Adult Swimming Lessons in Singapore: Learn to Swim with Confidence

Swim Masters group swimming lessons for kids at Bukit Panjang cost $100–$120 for 4 lessons. Adult group courses cost $280–$320 for 8 lessons, completed within 10 weeks. Private 1-to-1 lessons cost $400 for 4 sessions. There are no registration fees, and pool entry fees at Senja-Cashew Swimming Complex are paid separately ($1.30–$1.70 for adults, $0.50–$0.70 for children).

All Bukit Panjang lessons are held at Senja-Cashew Swimming Complex, 101 Bukit Panjang Road, Singapore 679910, inside Senja-Cashew Community Club. The complex is a short walk from Bukit Panjang MRT (DT1) and Senja LRT, and has a competition pool, a training pool, and a wading pool for young children.

Yes. Swim Masters is an MOE-registered swim school and all coaches are NROC-certified (National Registry of Coaches, Sport Singapore). The team is led by Head Coach Alvin Ng, and the school holds a 5.0-star Google rating from more than 210 reviews.

Yes. Swim Masters teaches the full SwimSafer 2.0 programme from Stage 1 to Stage 6 at Bukit Panjang, and children are assessed for their SwimSafer certification as part of the regular lesson programme. Each stage builds water-safety and stroke skills in line with the national syllabus.

Swim Masters runs toddler classes at Senja-Cashew Swimming Complex for the youngest swimmers, and group classes for school-age children through to teens. Adults of any age and ability, including complete beginners, can join the 8-lesson adult course.

No. The Swim Masters adult course at Bukit Panjang is designed for complete beginners as well as swimmers who want stroke correction. The 8-lesson course runs within 10 weeks and costs $280–$320, with private lessons available for adults who prefer 1-to-1 coaching.

Lessons are still on! If the pool is closed, we'll have fun land drills instead. And if there are no aqua activities, don’t worry—we’ll arrange den makeups for the following weeks.

For makeup classes at Swim Masters, please attend land drills and provide a medical certificate if it's due to illness.

Keep in mind, only one makeup class is allowed per missed lesson, and payments can’t be deducted or postponed.

To request a makeup class, just fill out a form and wait for confirmation from an administrator. If no main classes are available for makeups, the coach will try to schedule a different time that works for you.

If you need help with the process, feel free to reach out to your administrator or coach—they’re happy to assist!

Your safety is our priority during bad weather or lightning alerts. Lessons will be conducted at the sheltered pool, ensuring uninterrupted and safe learning.

Each swimming lesson lasts 45 minutes.

We maintain a strict no-cancellation and no-refund policy, even in cases of interruptions due to Covid-19 or environmental factors like haze. We appreciate your understanding.

Kindly note our no-refund policy, which applies to all situations, including any interruptions due to Covid or environmental issues such as hazes. Your understanding in this matter is highly appreciated.

Yes, you can arrange a makeup class within one month from the date of the missed class. After this period, the missed class will be void.

If you miss a class, please arrange a makeup session within one month from the date of the missed class. Otherwise, the missed class will be void.

To arrange for a makeup class, please contact us within one month from the date of the missed class. Our team will help schedule a suitable time for your makeup session.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding of our policies to ensure a smooth and enjoyable swimming experience for everyone. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us.

You can postpone a maximum of 2 adult swimming lessons. Please note that the 8th and 10th lessons are subject to specific policies.

By using Swim Masters services, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal data (e.g., name, date of birth, email, phone number) for managing our relationship, processing services, preventing fraud, and complying with legal requirements. Your data may be shared with third-party service providers. To withdraw consent, email our Data Protection Officer at admin@swimmingcourses.sg.

• Land Drill Location: Land drills are conducted at the play area beside the Big Pool, Gents and Ladies side.

• No Make-Up Classes: There are no make-up classes for absenteeism or bad weather conditions.

Not at all! Many of our students start their swimming journey in their 30s, 40s, and even later.

Most beginners notice significant progress within 8–12 lessons, depending on their practice and comfort level.

• Assessment schedules are available on the Radio Button of other locations

  • book available assessment slots on this website: https://www.swimmingcourses.sg/swimsafer-test-booking.

  • Individual Slots:

    • For service providers with fewer than 10 students.

    • Maximum of 10 participants (Stages 1-4) or 5 participants (Stages 5/6) per slot.

    • After selecting individual slot, the available times will be shown.

  • Group Slots:

    • For service providers with 10 or more students.

    • Maximum of 1-2 groups of 5 or 10 participants per slot.

    • After selecting group slot, the available times will be shown.

  • Select your preferred slot and proceed to register your students.

  • Full slots will be indicated as "closed" on the website.

To get ready for the SwimSafer Test, focus on honing your swimming skills, practicing water safety techniques, and understanding the test criteria for each stage. Regular practice with guidance from our certified instructors will boost your confidence and readiness.

A: The test assesses both swimming proficiency and water safety, including rescue techniques and emergency response skills.

The recommended minimum age to enroll in the SwimSafer 2.0 program is 6 years old, but individual coaches may have their own specific age requirements.

Yes, if you have prior swimming experience, our instructors will assess your ability and advise on the appropriate SwimSafer stage for you.

• The assessor will consult with ActiveSG staff to determine the expected duration of the weather delay.

  • If the delay exceeds the scheduled assessment time, the assessment will be cancelled.

  • The assessor will notify ActiveSG_SwimSafer@sport.gov.sg of the cancellation.

  • Cancelled assessments will be automatically rescheduled for at least one week later.

  • Service providers will be informed of the new assessment details.

  • If the new scheduled time does not work for the service provider, they will have to re-ballot for a new timeslot.