Swimming lessons for adults in Amsterdam

Swimming lessons for adults

Looking for swimming lessons for adults in Amsterdam or do you want to (re)learn to swim as an adult, become more confident in the water or improve your technique? At Zwemclub ABC in De Mirandabad (Amsterdam-Zuid) you will take swimming lessons in a calm, respectful atmosphere, suitable for beginners, re-entrants and advanced swimmers.

Adult swimming lessons Amsterdam: beginners, re-entrants and advanced swimmers

You are never too old to learn. That is why we offer swimming lessons for adults to for those who cannot swim yet, those who want to pick it up again after years, or those who want to improve their technique. We work with realistic goals for each level, so you quickly feel more confident in the water.

Lesson types for adults: beginner, advanced or private

• Beginner's group - water habituation, floating on belly/back, entering and climbing out of water safely, relaxed breathing.
• Follow-up group - Improve breaststroke and backstroke, first metres of chest crawl, underwater orientation, basic fitness.
• Targeted trajectory - technique & endurance for longer distances or recreational triathlons (chest crawl efficiency).
• Private swimming lessons - 1-on-1 to 1-on-4 for extra attention or acceleration; combine easily with the private swimming lessons.

Our method: build slowly with results

We start with water confidence and breath control. You will learn to blow out into the water, float stably and turn relaxed from belly to back. Then we build up technique for breaststroke and backstroke, followed by the basis of chest crawl. With short, repeatable exercises, you'll notice quick progress. The atmosphere is calm, there is time for questions and we take into account any tensions around water.

What will you learn by level (adults)

• Beginner
  • Goals: Water habituation, floating belly/back, blowing out, safe in/out of water.
  • Results: Move confidently in shallow and deeper water.
• Continued
  • Goals: improving breast and backstroke, first breaststroke, underwater orientation.
  • Results: swimming through at a steady pace with basic fitness.
• Technology+
  • Goals: Breast crawl efficiency, breathing rhythm, take-off jump/drop-off.
  • Results: Sustain longer with less effort per job.

Swimming lessons for adults in Amsterdam: lead time & goals

• 1× per week: noticeable progression within 6-8 weeks; independent swimming often within 3-4 months.
• 2× per week: Faster learning curve; technique and fitness build up faster.
• Need a boost? Temporarily combine the group with private lessons For a technique breakthrough or extra confidence.

Do you also want to eventually get an official diploma? You can do so through our pathway towards National Swimming Certificate A, B or C. We determine your entry level during the trial lesson.

Practical: location, times & rates

• Location: all classes are in De Mirandabad in Amsterdam-Zuid (bicycle-friendly, easily accessible by public transport and parking facilities).
• Group size & lesson time: Small groups for personal attention; class time 45 minutes.
• Rates & scheduling: view the current times and rates on our location page.

Water anxiety or a big threshold? This is how we tackle it

Tension around water is common in adults. We work with small steps and success experiences: getting used to and breathing calmly at first, then short buoyancy and turning exercises and longer swims later. Everything at your pace, without pressure. Do you prefer one-to-one? Start with a few private swimming lessons and then step into the group.

Next step: trial lesson or direct registration

A trial lesson for adults is available for a fee (€30).
During this lesson, we determine your level together and you can experience whether our teaching style and atmosphere suit you.
This ensures you start with confidence and enjoyment. You are not stuck with anything after the trial lesson.

Schedule a trial lesson or register directly.