SwimSafer-certified coaching at public pools and 100+ condo pools across Singapore. Small group sizes, patient coaches, no rushing. Lessons from $120/month.
In a crowded market of swim schools, here's what makes us worth trying.
All coaches are SportSG-accredited SwimSafer instructors, trained in CPR, AED, and lifesaving by the Singapore Lifesaving Society.
We specialise in anxious swimmers. No shouting, no rushing. About a quarter of our students join after a bad experience elsewhere.
Maximum 6–10 students per class, often smaller. More attention means faster progress and genuinely personal coaching.
Public complexes and 100+ condo pools across Singapore. We come to where you already swim — no school commute.
Rated 5.0 from 23 Google reviews
Coach Kes · Founder & Head Coach
I've been teaching Singaporeans to swim since 1994. I started Star Swim because I kept meeting adults who'd been "put off" swimming as kids — rushed through lessons, embarrassed, or scared.
My approach is different: we move at your pace, we build confidence first, and we make it fun. Every class is small. Every student gets seen.
Pick the programme that fits, or WhatsApp us and we'll recommend the right one.
For complete beginners. We start with bubbles, floating, and gliding — then progress to breaststroke and front crawl. Designed for nervous learners.
SwimSafer Bronze, Silver, Gold awards. Treading water, sidestroke, survival backstroke — real-world skills that save lives.
For swimmers whose strokes feel wrong. We fix freestyle rhythm, breaststroke timing, backstroke, butterfly. Popular with triathletes.
Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Award of Merit. For strong swimmers pursuing Singapore Lifesaving Society certifications.
4 lessons per month, 45 minutes each. Pay monthly by PayNow. Cancel anytime with one month's notice.
SwimSafer recommended swimming class size: 10 for public, 10 for schools
SwimSafer recommended swimming class size: 10 for public, 10 for schools Venue: Your residential pool
No registration fee. No hidden costs. First trial lesson from $30+ (45 minutes) — fully credited if you continue.
Honestly, it depends — but here's a realistic benchmark. For most children aged 6 and above, we see confident breaststroke swimming in 3–4 months of weekly lessons. Front crawl usually follows within another 2–3 months.
For younger children (4–5 years old), it takes longer — often 5–6 months — because motor coordination is still developing. That's normal, not a problem. We never rush this stage. A rushed child becomes a nervous adult swimmer.
Yes — and this is one of the things we're known for. About a quarter of our new students come to us specifically because they're afraid.
For very anxious children, we recommend starting with 1-on-1 or Duo lessons rather than a group class. The child gets the coach's full attention, progresses at their own pace, and builds confidence without feeling watched or compared.
Because Stage 1 isn't "can swim". It asks for 10 metres on the front, 5 on the back, floating and getting in and out safely. MOE's last published figures (2019) had 83% of children reaching at least Stage 1, but only 39% reaching Stage 3, the first stage with 50 metres of real strokes.
Nothing has gone wrong. School gave your child the safety basics; Stages 2 and 3 are where swimming actually happens. Here's exactly what each SwimSafer stage tests, or WhatsApp us your child's stage and age and we'll tell you honestly what comes next.
Yes — your first lesson is from $30+ (45 minutes) with no commitment. If you decide to continue, the trial fee goes toward your first month. If we're not the right fit, there's no further charge and no awkward conversation.
We conduct lessons at public swimming complexes across Singapore — including Heartbeat at Bedok, Hougang, Sengkang, One Punggol, Bishan, Yio Chu Kang, Yishun - and at 100+ condo pools islandwide.
Not sure if we cover your pool? WhatsApp us your address and we'll confirm within the hour.
No registration fee. No joining fee. No termination fee. The only additional costs are SwimSafer assessment fees (a standard $50 per stage, paid to the national booking system, and only when your child is ready — how SwimSafer tests work), pool entry fees at public pools ($0.50–$2 per lesson), and equipment (goggles, swimsuit, cap).
We do collect 1 month deposit. The deposit is non-transferable & non-refundable but can be used to offset the last month of learning. Just give us 1 month advance notice to stop.
Lessons continue in light rain and drizzle - the pool is already wet. Lessons stop only if the lifeguard closes the pool (thunder, lightning alert.). If that happens, land drills will be conducted.
Most parents prefer WhatsApp — Coach Kes personally replies, usually within the hour. No sales pressure, just honest answers.
First trial lesson from $30+ (45 minutes) · No long-term commitment · Cancel anytime
