Are you an adult who wants to finally feel comfortable in the water? In this beginner swim course, we’ll start from scratch and teach you how to float and move confidently and effortlessly in the water.
Absolutely! This course is designed specifically for beginners. We start from the very basics and guide you patiently and gently so you can feel comfortable in the water.
We exclusively train adults and have extensive experience addressing the unique challenges that come with learning to swim as an adult.
No worries at all! We schedule our sessions with some flexibility, ensuring our minimum goal (swimming across the pool) can still be achieved within 6 sessions. You can check the class curriculum here.
We hold our classes in collaboration with various fitness studios (e.g., Holmes Place). Currently, classes are offered in Charlottenburg (Bismarckstraße) and Mitte (Friedrichstraße). These locations are centrally located, accessible by public transportation, and have nearby parking options.
Participants gain access to the studio on course days, meaning you can also enjoy the sauna, whirlpool, showers, and even hairdryers to freshen up after your session.
Using our Understand – Feel – Build Routine training method, you’ll master the four pillars of great freestyle swimming:
The course costs €799. Here’s what you get:
Simply put, you’re investing your valuable time to learn how to swim, and we do everything to ensure you reach your goal quickly and effectively.
The course begins in the water at the scheduled time (e.g., 7:30 PM). For the first session, we’ll meet as a group at the entrance beforehand, and we’ll send you detailed information after registration. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to change and get to the pool. The reception staff will be happy to assist you if needed.
Exactly! Your course will take place on the same day and time each week for eight consecutive weeks. Changing session times isn’t possible since the group progresses together, and the shared experience is essential for your success.
Of course! Wear whatever swimwear makes you feel comfortable.
Options include bikinis, swimsuits, long-sleeve swimsuits (“beachkinis”), full-body suits (rash guards, burkinis, or even wetsuits).
Just make sure your swimwear fits snugly. Loose-fitting swimwear can balloon in the water, slowing you down and making swimming harder.
We swim together once a week during the course. However, you’re welcome to practice as often as you’d like between sessions. You can also arrange practice sessions with fellow participants through our group!
The more you practice, the better you’ll swim by the end of the course.
We understand the challenges of swimming with poor vision—Stefan himself used to have -5 diopters. For mild vision impairments (up to -2), you can typically swim without glasses and still see well enough.
During the beginner course, you can wear your regular glasses in the water, but be aware that chlorine can damage the metal parts.
For freestyle swimming, you’ll need goggles, as your face will be in the water. Prescription swim goggles are available, ranging from -0.5 to -6. After registration, just reach out to us, and we’ll help you find the right pair.
Indoor pools use chlorine to maintain cleanliness. While swimming for long hours in chlorinated water can damage hair and scalp, our 60-minute sessions are safe for your hair.
We recommend wearing a swim cap, and after registration, we can suggest some suitable models. Here are a few tips:
With your course registration, you’ll have access to the entire fitness studio (e.g., Holmes Place) on course days. You’ll receive a locker card for your clothes and valuables and can use the studio’s showers (shampoo and body wash included), hairdryers, and even body lotion and facial cream.
It depends on the type of jewelry. Chlorine, used in all swimming pools, can cause oxidation and dull the shine of certain pieces.
Some participants wear jewelry and rinse it under fresh water afterward to maintain its sparkle. However, if you have valuable pieces and want to avoid risks, we recommend leaving them at home or storing them in your locker. Your locker is secured with a personal key card.
We’re happy to help! Feel free to email us at sales@stefanhelwig.de, send us a WhatsApp message, or give us a call.
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