LearnToSWIM Arvostelua 

I've experienced four sessions with Mark at Learn to Swim, and I can't express how amazing he's been from the very start. As someone who hadn't attempted swimming since childhood and felt a bit self-conscious about learning as an adult, Mark's approach made me feel incredibly comfortable. His guidance not only helped me overcome my fear but also boosted my confidence in the water. I genuinely look forward to our upcoming sessions. If you have any reservations about swimming, especially as an adult, Mark is undoubtedly the instructor you need.

Mark consistently imparts valuable insights about swimming that have significantly improved my technique. His lessons are undeniably worth the investment. The streamlined booking process through the Learn to Swim app adds convenience, and the exceptional facilities, complete with clean changing areas and provided equipment, contribute to an overall excellent experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Mark to everyone—friends, family, colleagues, or even strangers. He's simply the best.

I have been doing lessons with Mark in fitness first at london bridge for about 2 months (2-3 times per month). I’ve started as complete beginner, but Mark was so helpful in every possible way. His lessons are always great, and with every lesson you will learn something new. I’m feeling a significant progress since beginning and I am looking forward to every next session with Mark. He is very knowledgeable, patient
and great teacher. (sometimes he can be funny as well :). He also send you videos and pictures of the board where he is taking notes of every lesson. If you are looking for a place to learn to swim, or improve your swimming skills, look no further, I cannot recommend him highly enough. Also worth mentioning that facilities are quite good, changing room, showers and toilet are always very clean. Swimming pool itself is 1.50m depth (in case you are afraid of deep water like me). Thank you Mark once again, and see you at our next session, looking forward to it :)

I’ve been taking lessons with Mark for a couple of months and I have to say his lessons are brilliant. His knowledge on swimming is outstanding and his passion combined with his enthusiasm to teach really shows. Marks ability to remain calm and collected no matter how many times you make a mistake is always highly appreciated. He knows your swimming limits and can push you beyond what you thought you were cable of. It also helps tremendously that he is in the pool with you every step of the way which is a massive confidence boost especially for beginners. It also makes you feel less odd learning to swim especially as an adult.

All lessons take place at Fitness First located opposite London Bridge station. They’re 1-1 in a closed lane of the pool. The pool itself is around 15 metres long and only 1.5 metres deep. The classes are tailored specifically to your ability and go at a steady pace that you can manage. Mark makes notes throughout the lesson and sends them to you afterwards. The staff are friendly and polite and the changing facilities/ showers are kept clean and tidy. Added bonus, there’s a machine to wring out water from your shorts!

Booking lessons are done via an app. It’s easy to use and lets you see what’s available quite far ahead and plan accordingly. There’s different times and packages available to suit everyones needs. Most days classes are available from 6:35 - 20:35. Be warned, they go very fast so you’ll have to be quick! Which I believe in itself is a testament to how great Mark is.

Honestly, I don’t think you could beat the service you get with Mark. If you’re serious about learning to swim or improving your technique who better than someone who’s travelled all over in the name of swimming and taught at an Olympic level. Personally, I recommend everyone try the new client offer £45 for 60 minutes. What do you have to lose?

I came to Mark with the challenge of needing to improve my swimming in a very short space of time for a course I had to do. We both knew it would be difficult but even after 1 lesson my swimming improved leaps and bounds.

Mark is understanding, patient, kind and a natural teacher. Since then I have returned for lesson after lesson and for my personal improvement I'm astonished how much better of a swimmer I am in a matter of a few weeks. He breaks the process down very well and really gives confidence and pushes you just the right amount.

He plans each lesson perfectly, takes notes and videos so you can review them afterwards and is always available for further questions outside the pool. Mark is worth every penny and I would recommend him to anyone, beginner or not, as he completely takes away the daunting feeling of having to learn something as an adult!

LearnToSwim is a fantastic swimming course. The course content is really through leaving no stone unturned and covering and the small details whilst still keeping a big picture about form, strokes. Mark is a great teacher and makes learning something hard quite enjoyable!

Also very economical in todays market, location is great (London Bridge) and eat to get to. Would highly recommend it to a friend! Plan to use LearnToSwim for the foreseeable future.

The app is also a highlight, a lot of companies have an archaic website, the app makes it easy to book lessons.

Mark is a brilliant swimming instructor. He is extremely personable, has a deep knowledge of the sport of swimming and, most importantly, is able to explain the ‘process’ of swimming in a way that makes it accessible.

I have also found the booking app and the facilities to be excellent.

I highly recommend Mark as a swimming instructor. He is patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging. I have been taking swimming lessons from him for three months, and I have made significant progress.

Mark tailors his lessons to my individual needs and goals. He can explain complex swimming concepts clearly and concisely is also very supportive, and always encourages me to do my best.

I have become a much more confident and competent swimmer thanks to Mark. He has made swimming a fun and enjoyable experience for me. I am so grateful for his instruction and support.

We've been taking swimming lessons from Mark - he is a really really fantastic teacher! After just 4 lessons, our swimming skills have improved massively. Mark's lessons are extremely focused and structured to meet individual goals. His methods are holistic and focus on developing your swimming and breathing techniques with some great theory and practice (including videos and demonstrations), while also reminding us to have fun and enjoy swimming! The pool and facilities are also very clean and tidy. I would highly recommend joining Learntoswim with Mark for anyone looking to learn or improve swimming skills!

A big thank you goes to Mark which is helping me learning to swim. After each lesson, I feel more confident and ready to learn more. It’s so fun and I can’t wait for the next lesson 😁

I decided to learn swimming as am rehabbing from a running injury. Haven't learnt swimming until now and coming to it at this age (only 45!) can be daunting.
I couldn't have asked for a better teacher. From the get go - Mark is friendly, approachable and makes learning swimming an enriching experience....it's about learning a new life skill and my conversations with Mark during the sessions on why we are afraid to let go (and you have to if you want to learn to swim!) and how our brains work have made this learning journey even more enriching.
I look forward to my classes and am making steady progress. Everything from the booking experience on the portal to the facilities at the venue are first rate and take away all the stress of administration that I have gone through while trying to explore previous alternatives.

Am planing to continue investing in my coaching sessions with Mark and cannot recommend him and learntoswim enough ....Thanks for everything you do Mark!

Onwards & upwards!

Mark is an excellent teacher and explains swimming techniques really well. His explanations are backed by theory and effective demonstrations. He is great at identifying my weaknesses in swimming techniques and helps me improve them. The lessons are tailored towards my swimming goals and he helps me with my areas of difficulty. Mark is also very approachable and fun to interact with.

I’ve had three swimming lessons with Mark so far and each one has been better than the last. After my first lesson I already felt like I was capable of being a better than ‘decent’ swimmer - I can actually be great. I learnt so much and realised that I wasn’t starting from almost scratch as I’d thought.
In my first lesson I was asked to demonstrate the ways I currently swim and Mark pointed out some hindering factors which helped me to understand why things felt more difficult than it should. We discussed the 4 swim styles, timing, head posture, body position and we made a start on breathing technique which is ongoing.
The cost of the lessons is great value for what you’re actually getting. Swimming lessons at your local community leisure centre/pool isn’t comparable to what Mark can provide to you because his passion flows through in his teaching and he gives you a tailored experience.
I am steadily becoming more confident in my swimming and am excited to switch to a gym that has a pool so I can incorporate swimming into my fitness routine.
The Fitness First where the classes take place is also east to locate, if you follow the signs for the Fitness First and not the Cottons Centre.
If it’s not already obvious, I’d definitely recommend Mark as a swim teacher. He has a great personality and I’m grateful for the great minds he has exposed me to in our random discussion around arts and culture.

Mark is a great teacher. Made us feel very welcomed on our first lesson and have continued to book with him. The lessons are tailored for all students no matter the level. I go with my brother as a two to one session and we have really enjoyed our lessons so far. We will continue to book and I would definitely recommend Mark to anyone that is looking to learn how to swim.

Mark is an excellent teacher and definitely makes learning to swim more fun rather than daunting! The process in which he teaches makes learning a lot more seamless and helps you build your confidence in the water after every lesson. The venue itself is very clean, with a heated pool and lots of amenities. I would definitely recommend Mark if you're thinking about taking swimming lessons!

Mark is a brilliant swimming coach and I can’t recommend him enough. I started my swimming journey with him as a complete beginner, nervous and anxious. Mark put me at ease and has been extremely patient and encouraging. He focuses and forces you to apply the right techniques in water helping you build the right habits at the outset. He prepares for the lessons in advance making sure you are learning and progressing in every session and follows up with a recap/notes of the sessions. In only a few lessons, I already feel so much more confident in the water, have learnt to float, breathe under water, kick and do some arm movements. I never thought I would actually start enjoying my swimming time and I now look forward to my classes. Again, I would 10/10 recommend Mark and Learn to Swim for swimming lessons for all levels.

Mark is a really friendly teacher. Lessons are tailored specifically for your own needs. Affordable for two-to-one sessions. Very good facilities aswell. Simple and easy to book lessons. Would 100% recommend.

Mark is a great coach, he customises each session basis our progress and provides structured feedback on things to fix. We had started out as total newbies to swimming and marks method have made swimming enjoyable putting to bay a lot of our fears. Highly recommend Learn to swim for swimming of all levels.

Would completely recommend Mark to anyone wanting to learn to swim or improve- He’s super knowledgeable but more importantly puts you completely at ease, and is friendly and encouraging without ever being patronising. Being able to learn with a friend of similar level is also brilliant- we always really look forward to our lessons which, as someone who has always struggled with swimming I never thought I would say.

Learning to swim as an adult can be challenging, especially for someone like me who had always felt uncomfortable in the water. However, I can confidently say that Mark has been an absolute game-changer in my swimming journey. His expertise and teaching style have helped me feel more comfortable and confident in the water than I ever thought possible.

One of the standout aspects of Mark's swimming lessons is the structured and clear course content. From day one, he laid out a well-thought-out plan for my progress, focusing on building essential skills while gradually challenging me to improve. His lessons are always well-organized, ensuring that I am continuously learning and growing in my abilities.

But what truly sets Mark apart is his responsiveness and helpfulness. He goes above and beyond to provide exceptional customer service, always being available to answer any questions or address any concerns I may have. Whether it's in person during the lessons or through communication outside of the pool, he has been incredibly supportive throughout my swimming journey.

The cost of the lessons, considering the venue and facilities, is undeniably great value for money. Having access to a private lane at the London Bridge Fitness First is an incredible perk. The pool is well-maintained and provides an ideal environment for learning to swim. It's a privilege to have access to such fantastic facilities, making the investment in Mark's lessons worth every penny.

What speaks volumes about Mark's teaching is the fact that I was referred to him on two separate occasions by different individuals. This just goes to show how much his lessons and teachings resonate with his students. I can wholeheartedly say that choosing Mark as my swimming instructor was one of the best decisions I've made on my journey to becoming a confident swimmer.

In conclusion, I can't recommend Mark enough as a swimming teacher. He has transformed my relationship with water, and his structured approach, combined with his exceptional customer service and access to top-notch facilities, makes him an outstanding instructor. If you're looking to learn to swim or improve your skills, look no further than Mark – he's simply the best!

Mark is an absolutely amazing teacher and swim coach. He works hard to understand your goals and build a completely personalised coaching programme based on your goals and your learning style. He is methodical and plans each session in advance, follows up with pointers / notes and most importantly makes sure we’re having fun! I thoroughly enjoy learning with Mark and cannot recommend him highly enough.