Fins Swim Schools Pty Ltd 35 Northcott Drive, Kotara, New South Wales 2289
About the Business
Welcome to Fins Swim Schools Pty Ltd, located at 35 Northcott Drive in Kotara, Australia. We are a premier establishment and point of interest in the area, offering top-quality swimming lessons for all ages.
At Fins, we believe in the importance of early swimming education, which is why we offer FREE 4-week baby classes starting from mid-October 2017. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment for your little ones.
One of our standout features is our hydrotherapy pool, which is the highest quality in Newcastle. Open from 12:30pm to 3:30pm every day, this pool provides the perfect setting for therapeutic swimming sessions.
Our facility is designed to prioritize our students' learning outcomes. We want them to spend as much time swimming as possible, rather than watching others. In fact, our programs are specifically designed to have your child swimming for over 80% of their lesson. We believe that swimming is a participation sport, and the more you do, the better you get at it!
Fins Swim School is privately owned and conveniently located behind Officeworks Kotara, just 7km from Newcastle CBD. Our purpose-built swim school is equipped to cater to swimmers of all ages, from 3-month-old babies to adults. It's never too early or too late to learn how to swim!
Our founder, Damon, started his first swim school, the Rodd Swim School, while studying for an economics degree. His passion for swimming and his dedication to creating a fun and engaging environment for his students led him to pursue swimming instruction as his full-time profession.
One of Damon's core teaching philosophies is to make swimming a "fun" activity for all children. By fostering a love for swimming, our students not only enjoy their lessons but also experience the numerous benefits that swimming brings.
We are proud to have created a space that is light-filled, spacious, and free of chlorine smells. Our aim is to provide a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for both swimmers and their families.
If you're looking for the best purpose-built learn to swim center in Newcastle, look no further than Fins Swim Schools Pty Ltd. Book your swimming lessons now and secure your spot!
Location & Phone number
35 Northcott Drive, Kotara, New South Wales 2289, Australia
Hours open
Monday:
15:00 - 19:00
Tuesday:
15:00 - 18:30
Wednesday:
15:00 - 19:00
Thursday:
15:00 - 18:30
Friday:
15:00 - 19:00
Saturday:
07:00 - 12:00
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"We love and miss Alicia’s classes so much (moved interstate). Felt our child moved up when he was ready and Alicia always gave great tips and feedback. It feels a bit hectic with quite a full pool but once you get used to it it’s fine!"
"Wouldn't recommend coming here, instructors are either disinterested in progressing kids or don't have the required skillset to progress them probably hoping that parents are not paying attention or a just complacent. Additionally they have a very high staff turnover rate for example there has been 5 different instructors for my youngest child within the last 6months alone. They have an excessive 4 week cancellation policy to draw more money from their customers. Very below average experience."
"Updated to respond. I have been a customer since 2019. I would call and have often tried, but no one picks up the phone or returns calls - what’s the point? I may not be a customer in your database because I have pulled my daughter out. I’m extremely disappointed by FINS. My daughter has attended for the past two years. Despite her swimming coming along in leaps and bounds, she has not once been moved up a class. She has become disengaged by the constant changes in staff and repetitive lessons. The administration of the place is a shambles - no one returns calls and it’s almost impossible to get anyone on the phone. The pool and facilitates are old and dirty. I feel ripped off and strongly feel the place would benefit from change in ownership."
"My three year old daughter loves Monday mornings because we get to go to Fins. The teachers—special shout out to Alicia and Grace—build confidence; teach skills for life; and perhaps most importantly, make swimming fun. I can’t recommend Fins enough."
"Wow so many negative comments. I don't understand. My son has been here since he was a baby (now three). The staff are amazing and supportive. There is a friendly community. People say the pool is too small?? Hmmmm you'd have to be a total Karen to get annoyed. There is a real emphasis on developing good kicking habits from an early age. Such an important aspect of swimming (I'm a very lazy kicker and wish I'd come somewhere like this when I was a kid). Highly recommend."
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