Swimming technique courses for children in Helsinki, Espoo and Vantaa
Would you like your child to swim more smoothly, confidently, and with proper technique? Our children’s swimming technique courses provide an opportunity to refine swimming styles in a relaxed and encouraging environment. The instruction focuses on developing techniques in freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, and, if desired, butterfly stroke.
The goal is to support your child’s journey toward fluent, safe, and enduring swimming skills—and to achieve the Scandinavian swimming proficiency standard of 200 meters.
Who is the children swimming technique course for?
Our swimming technique instruction is suitable for children who:
- Can already float on their back and front and swim at least 25 meters
- Wish to improve their swimming posture and breathing technique
- Seek more confidence and endurance in water movement
- Are aiming for swimming competitions or simply want to enjoy swimming more
What is practiced in the swimming technique course?
Freestyle
In freestyle, we focus on head position, breathing rhythm, and body streamlining. A common challenge is holding the head too upright, which increases water resistance and impairs swimming posture. Instruction emphasizes directing the gaze toward the bottom, body rotation, and bilateral breathing to create a balanced and efficient technique.
Breaststroke
In breaststroke, attention is given to the kick and glide. Common errors include mule kicks or scissor kicks, which reduce effectiveness. We practice keeping the ankles flexed and bringing the legs together in a controlled manner. Proper breaststroke technique follows a clear cycle: arm pull – breath – kick – glide.
Backstroke
In backstroke, we focus on relaxed head positioning and body alignment. Many children fear water entering their nose, causing them to hold their head too high and their legs to sink. We practice relaxed back floating, pelvic control, and arm stroke rhythm. The goal is continuous movement where breathing is easy, and swimming progresses smoothly.
Butterfly
Butterfly stroke is taught if the child desires. It is a challenging but rewarding technique that interests many enthusiastic swimmers. Instruction covers combining the dolphin kick and arm pull, timing of breathing, and body control in the water. We practice the technique step by step to ensure the movement feels achievable and enjoyable.
Children’s Swimming Technique Instruction in Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa
Children’s swimming technique courses are offered as private lessons or in small groups at various swimming halls in Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa.
You can book a single lesson or arrange a series of sessions according to your needs. The schedule is flexible, with instruction available on weekday evenings and weekends.
Book a session for your child
Book a private lesson or form your own small group from the child’s siblings or friends. This starts the journey towards confident and relaxed swimming skills.
Prices starting from €25 / person / hour.