Best Swimming Academy in UAE
Swimming Academy Dubai
Sports Academy in Dubai, UAE
Welcome to Elite Sports Swimming Academy in Dubai
Elite Sports Swimming Academy in Dubai offers a complete pathway for swimmers of all ages and abilities - from Babies Swim and Learn to Swim programmes through to competitive Swim Squads. With an extensive schedule of sessions, we provide the perfect platform for children to develop this essential life skill while building confidence in the water. Our fully qualified coaches bring years of training and teaching experience, delivering sessions in line with the Swim England framework. This ensures every swimmer can progress safely, effectively, and in a supportive, nurturing environment.
Dubai's leading Swimming Academy
Learn-to-swim sessions & squad sessions for children of all ages and skill levels
Adult Swim
Our adult swimming lessons cater to all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced swimmers. Designed to help you build skills, boost confidence, and enjoy the water at your own pace, our programmes support your journey every step of the way.
Adult Beginner
Ideal for those new to swimming or looking to overcome their fear of water. Our expert coaches will guide you through fundamental techniques such as floating, breathing, and basic strokes. You’ll develop a strong foundation, gain water confidence, and learn essential safety skills, all while progressing toward becoming a competent swimmer.
Ages
16+ years old
Baby Swim
Introduce your little one to the water in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment! Our Parent and Baby Swim sessions are specially designed for infants and toddlers, using gentle, playful activities to spark early water confidence.
These sessions not only help develop essential water safety skills but also strengthen the precious bond between parent and child. Guided by experienced instructors, you’ll learn how to support your baby’s natural movements and encourage early swimming skills.
It’s the perfect way to create joyful, lasting memories while ensuring your child feels happy and comfortable in the water from the very beginning.
Ages
1 – 2.11 years old
Learn to Swim
Our Stages system guides students on a step-by-step journey toward mastery of all swimming strokes - including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly and essential swimming skills. Like fitting together the pieces of a puzzle, each stage builds on the last to develop well-rounded, confident, and safe swimmers.
By progressing through this framework, swimmers gain a strong foundation that not only helps them reach their full potential in swimming but also prepares them to excel in a variety of water-based sports.
Ages
1.5 – 10 years old
Swim Squads – Development Squads
Designed for swimmers aged 10 to 15, our Development Squad inspires young athletes to elevate their skills and techniques in a fun, supportive environment. Our experienced coaches provide personalized instruction, focusing on starts, turns, underwater work, Individual Medley, and other key fundamentals.
Swimmers in the Development Squad regularly compete in internal and external galas, gaining valuable race experience and confidence. The programme also introduces them to various training zones to build stamina, consistency, and overall performance, preparing them for the next level of competitive swimming.
Ages
10 - 15 years old
Swim Squads – Junior Squad
Developing skills and techniques learned in our Learn to Swim program is a crucial part of the Junior Squad program. Young swimmers aged 7 to 10 years old can benefit from this program. Swimmers will be introduced to the concept of Learning to Train, this will lay the groundwork for their future development in swimming. Through the BLABT (Body position, Leg action, Arm action, Breathing, Timing) approach, our skilled coaches will conduct technical-focused sessions that will improve their strokes and enhance their swimming abilities.
Ages
7 – 10 years old
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- Elite Sports Academy is proud to be partnered with Swim England, we follow their curriculum and level system.
- The Swim coach will assess your child’s comfort in the water, the ability to perform basic swimming skills such as kicking, arm strokes and breathing and if your child is advanced enough to swim in the deep end, the Swim Teacher may ask them to swim a certain distance or demonstrate a specific skill.
- Based on the results of the swim assessment, the Swim Teacher will be able to recommend the appropriate level/class for your child.
- We accept children from 3 years of age.
- Our Learn to Swim program has 5 levels and our Squads program has 3 levels (Junior Squad, Development Squad and Competitive Squad).
- Level 1-2 / 30 mins / Max 4 students
- Level 3-5 / 45 mins / Max 8 students
- Squads / 90 mins (min twice per week) / Max 12 students
- We do offer private 1 on 1 lessons with an experienced Swim Teacher. One lesson is 30 minutes long and available at our locations in Dubai. If you would like more information on our private swim lessons, please contact a member of the Elite Team.
- Each level has a different criteria to meet. Our lower levels focus on water safety and water confidence while developing their swimming ability. Our higher levels focus on BLABT (Body, Legs, Arms, Breathing & Timing)
- Each level has different skills to be mastered before moving up to the next level so it will depend on your child’s ability and the frequency in which they train.
- It depends on why you are enrolling your child into swimming; is it for Water safety, Fitness or competitive swimming. Each factor will have a different approach to the outcome and we encourage you to discuss this with the coach.
- Yes, communication is encouraged at Elite. Swim Teachers overseeing the lessons are specifically evaluating each child every 5-6 weeks. Children will progress when they are ready and parents will receive a termly progression report.
- Yes, Elite strives to provide consistency for your child. When you commit to a class, our teacher commits to your student. Not only does the swim teacher enjoy seeing your child every session, but it is also an important element in the swim lessons curriculum for a swim teacher to bond with their swimmers.
- We select ‘ELITE’ coaches based on their experience, qualifications, and their ability to communicate with / inspire children. We want all children to LOVE their chosen sport, so we need the best coaches to impart their knowledge.
- All of our coaches have international coaching certificates for their sport, in addition to First Aid and Safeguarding qualifications plus Police Clearance from the UAE and home country.
- Our coaches are from all over the world… wherever the most suitable candidates are we will find them! Please check ‘meet our coaches’
- Our Learn to Swim kit pack includes a string bag and customized swimming cap.
- Our Squad swimmers will receive squad swim cap, squad towel and Elite Swim Squad shirt.
Testimonials
Real reviews from parents and guardians
My son has been attending Elite Sports Academy since 2018 and I have nothing but praise for their organization, professionalism, and competence.
Lois Dela Rosa
Parent — Dubai
The coaches at this location are exceptional. They really focus on individual development while maintaining a fun environment.
Ahmed Al Mansouri
Parent — Abu Dhabi
Elite Sports Academy has been instrumental in developing my child's confidence and athletic abilities. Highly recommended!
Sarah Johnson
Parent — Dubai
The facilities are world-class and the variety of sports programs available is impressive. My kids love coming here.
Mohammed Hassan
Parent — Dubai
Professional coaching staff and excellent customer service. The booking system is very user-friendly.
Emma Williams
Parent — Dubai
