Helping babies and children
discover a love for swimming
A family-run swim school with small, hands-on lessons
near Biggleswade, Peterborough and Huntingdon
Venues close to home
Biggleswade
Thorncote Green, near Sandy.
Where Happy Fins began! We’re just a short drive from Biggleswade, Sandy and Tempsford.
Peterborough
Longwater, Orton Longueville.
Hands-on lessons in the heart of the Ortons. We're easy to reach from across Peterborough.
Huntingdon
Oakwood Business Park, Sawtry.
Our Sawtry venue! We're around 14 minutes from Huntingdon and close to Alconbury Weald.
Swimming lessons
for every stage
From first splashes to club swimming,
find the lessons that suit your family.
Why families choose Happy Fins
Our swim school has been carefully crafted by parents, swimmers, and experienced instructors, all with one goal in mind – to nurture a love of swimming while ensuring the safety of every child. As a family business, we understand the importance of building a close-knit swimming community where everyone feels supported.
Hands-on teaching
without armbands
We teach without flotation aids from the very first lesson, so children never have to relearn how to swim without them. Our teachers support your child in the water until they're ready to swim on their own.
Small classes at
every stage
No more than two children per teacher in 1-to-1, 2-to-1, and SEND lessons. Baby classes have a 6-to-1 ratio, with grown-ups in the water and a teacher guiding the class.
A team who know
your child
Our teachers take time getting to know you and your child, and celebrate progress with you along the way. Clear communication means you're never guessing.
An award scheme to celebrate milestones
We believe every achievement, no matter how small, deserves recognition. That's why we've developed an award scheme that celebrates milestones and builds self-confidence, allowing swimmers to take pride in their progress.
Family-run
and family-friendly
We know lessons are part of your routine, so we’ve designed everything to make life easier - structured weekly sessions, easy rescheduling, regular progress updates, and fun, supportive lessons you can all look forward to.
Water safety
for life
We prioritise water safety and equip our swimmers with essential life-saving skills, fostering both respect for water and a sense of responsibility.
Children learn through guided play
We build our swimming lessons around guided play because we understand that our little ones learn differently than adults; they learn through play, exploration, and fun.
Our methods help children build skills and confidence in the water naturally, without feeling stressed, pushed, or out of their depth.
What families say
Kind words about
Happy Fins
“My 13-week-old daughter had her first swim lesson today, and I cannot express just how much fun we both had!
We had Gemma as our instructor, and my goodness, she was such a calming presence to have around. She made sure to talk through what we were doing, and even had a little joke with us parents to put us at ease!
The team are fantastic, the pool is fantastic, and the time slots are the perfect length.”
- Amber Cooper
HUNTINGDON - SAWTRY
“I could not recommend Happy Finns enough... they are amazing. A lovely warm pool and small, friendly groups.
My 16-month-old daughter absolutely loves going. She adores her teacher Leanne and has formed a lovely bond with her. They are the best swim school around for Miles!!”
- Claire Backhouse
BIGGLESWADE - THORNCOTE GREEN
“Happy Fins is our happy place! The baby classes are just as brilliant. Carly does a wonderful job of explaining every activity and the reasoning behind it, making sure each baby is challenged appropriately for their age and stage.
The weekly themes keep things fun and fresh, and the classes are always energetic, engaging, and full of joy.
Thank you for teaching such an important life skill - and for helping us create such special memories along the way!”
- Lucy Matthew
BIGGLESWADE - THORNCOTE GREEN
Thinking of joining us?
Whether your child is new to swimming or you’re simply looking for an environment that works better for your family, we’d love to welcome you at Happy Fins.
Ready to discover a love for swimming?