Expert, qualified swimming tuition for children, adults and families at two stunning holiday park venues in Dumfries & Galloway.
Swim School is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for individuals of all ages and abilities to learn and improve their swimming skills.
Rebecca, who owns and teaches at the school, holds a Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification (SSTQ) and has many years of experience. Every student receives personalised attention.
The industry-recognised benchmark for aquatics education in Scotland — covering teaching skills, safeguarding, and risk awareness.
Whether you’re enrolling a child or taking the plunge yourself, Rebecca has a class tailored for you.
Fun, structured lessons building water confidence and technique in a safe, encouraging environment children love.
Relaxed, judgement-free classes focused on building real water confidence at your own pace.
Get the whole family in the water — a brilliant way to bond while building life-saving skills.
Rebecca teaches at two excellent holiday parks in Dumfries & Galloway — both with heated indoor pools.
📍 Castle Cary
Indoor & Outdoor Pools
Spectacular lakeside park centred around a 16th-century castle with panoramic views over the River Cree estuary. Large heated indoor and outdoor pools — a beautiful setting for lessons.
📍 Auchenlarie
Heated Indoor Pool
Award-winning 5-star coastal park on Wigtown Bay with a superb indoor heated pool, shallow area for younger swimmers, sauna, and full changing facilities. Non-residents welcome.
Seven commitments that guide every lesson at Swim School.
Robust risk assessment and emergency preparedness underpin every session.
Equal access for all ages, abilities, and backgrounds — no one left out.
Teaching adapted to each swimmer’s pace, confidence, and learning style.
High standards of conduct and ongoing commitment to professional development.
Clear, encouraging language that builds trust and motivation in the pool.
Structured lessons aligned to Scottish Swimming’s Learn to Swim framework.
Making every lesson joyful so swimmers love the water for life.
I’m the owner and lead instructor at Swim School. With many years of experience teaching swimmers of all ages across Dumfries & Galloway, I’m passionate about helping every student find their confidence in the water.
I teach at Castle Cary Holiday Park in Creetown and Auchenlarie Holiday Park near Gatehouse of Fleet — two wonderful venues that make every lesson feel like a great day out.
🎍 Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification (SSTQ)“My daughter was terrified of the water six months ago. She now swims independently and loves her lessons. Rebecca is patient, kind, and brilliant with children.”
“I’m 42 and never learned to swim as a child. Swim School made me feel completely comfortable from my very first session. I can now swim two full lengths — genuinely life-changing.”
“Both my boys attend and the progress they’ve made is incredible. Small classes mean they actually get coached, not just supervised. Can’t recommend Swim School enough.”
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Read more →Spaces are limited. Get in touch with Rebecca today to book your first lesson or ask anything about our two venues.
