How long is a Level 1 swimming teacher course?

Our Level 1 Assistant (Swimming) course is 4 days, and our Level 2 Swimming Teacher is 9 days in total.

What qualifications do I need to be a swimming instructor?

Swimming Instructors must complete formal training. A current CPR certificate and a Working with Children check is also required. Be at least 16 years old with a reasonable level of fitness and swimming ability. Hold a current CPR certificate issued by a Registered Training Organisation.

How much do swimming teachers get paid UK?

Swimming Teacher Salary in the UK The average salary for a Swimming Teacher is £11.40 net per hour (£24,000 gross per year), which is £5,600 (-19%) lower than the UK’s national average salary. A Swimming Teacher can expect an average starting pay of £7.50 per hour. The highest pay rates can exceed £40 per hour.

What is level1 swimming?

Learners will develop basic safety awareness, learn basic movement skills and water confidence skills. They will also be introduced to a structured class setting. Swimmers may use flotation equipment, such as armbands and floats, throughout this stage.

Is being a swim instructor hard?

Being a swim instructor can be a very rewarding job, but a stressful one. If you are more inclined to teach, becoming a swim instructor might be better suited, but if you are more disposed to watch out for the safety of others, a lifeguard role may be the better position.

How fast do you have to swim to qualify for the Olympics?

Qualifying standards

Men’s events	Women’s events
Event	OQT	Event
200 m freestyle	1:47.02	200 m freestyle
400 m freestyle	3:46.78	400 m freestyle
800 m freestyle	7:54.31	800 m freestyle

Is being a swimming teacher a good job?

The most popular response for swimming teachers, when asked what they love most about the role, is the satisfaction of building a young swimmer’s confidence in the water. It’s a hugely rewarding experience and one which sticks with some people for the rest of their life.

What do Stage 1 swimmers learn?