Swimming school for all ages in the capital region
Swimming lessons in Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa for both beginners and experienced swimmers.
Group sizes are kept small, offering instruction either privately or in small groups.
Swimming schools for children
Children’s elementary swimming classes
For children who cannos swim yet or can swim less than 10 meters.
We proceed at the child’s own pace, starting from the basics.
Children’s swimming technique courses
Swimming technique courses for children who can float on their back and front and swim at least 25 meters.
Freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, and butterfly.
Swimming lessons for adults
Adult swimming school
Beginner swimming lessons for adults who do not swim well or at all.
Adult’s swimming technique courses
Swimming technique courses for adults. Freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, and butterfly.
Advanced swimming courses
Tailored technique training for triathletes and experienced swimmers. Sharpen your strokes and swim with confidence.
Your swim coach Markku Illi
I’ve been swimming actively since primary school, both in pools and in open water. I’ve mastered swimming techniques that allow for energy-efficient and long-distance swimming.
My focus is specifically on swimming – and on teaching you the most effective technique possible, whether you’re a complete beginner, an open water swimmer, or a triathlete.
I’m your personal coach. I get in the water with you and teach with patience. You can feel completely at ease during the lesson.
Locations in July–August 2026
During the summer season (July–August), swimming lessons are available only in open water for experienced and open water swimmers.
Beginner swimming lessons will resume during the second week of September.
Klobben bech
The beach has changing rooms and showers.
Klobben beach
Soukanlahdentie 13
02360 Espoo
Oittaa beach
The beach has an accessible swimming pier, showers, and changing rooms.
Oittaa beach
Kunnarlantie 33-39
02740 Espoo
Munkkiniemi beach
The beach has a changing shelter, shower, and toilet.
Munkkiniemi beach
Munkkiniemenranta 44
00330 Helsinki
Lauttasaari beach
The beach has a changing shelter, shower, and toilet.
Lauttasaari beach
Kuikkarinne 1 A
00200 Helsinki
Book your own lesson
Book a private session or gather your own small group and start your journey toward confident and relaxed swimming skills.
Prices from €25 / person / hour.