Helping babies and children
discover a love for swimming
A family-run swim school with small, hands-on lessons
near Biggleswade, Peterborough and Huntingdon
Swimming lessons close to home
THORNECOTE GREEN, NEAR SANDY
Where Happy Fins began. We’re just a short drive from Biggleswade, Sandy and Tempsford.
LONGWATER, ORTON LONGUEVILLE
Hands-on lessons in the heart of the Ortons. We're easy to reach from across Peterborough.
OAKWOOD BUSINESS PARK, SAWTRY
Our Sawtry venue! We're around 14 minutes from Huntingdon and close to Alconbury Weald.
Find the perfect swimming lesson
for every stage
From very first splashes to confident club swimming,
find the lessons that suit your family.
Why hundreds of local families
choose Happy Fins
As a family business, we understand the importance of building a close-knit swimming community. Our swim school has been 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.
Hands-on teaching
without armbands
We teach without flotation aids from the start, so children never have to relearn how to swim without them. Our teachers act as your child’s support 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 differently from adults
Our swimming lessons are built around guided play, because our teachers understand that little ones learn differently than adults; they learn through play, exploration, and fun.
We never want children to feel stressed, pushed, or out of their depth. Our methods support children to build skills and confidence in the water naturally, so they make plenty of progress, and we help them discover a love for swimming along the way.
What families say
Kind words about
Happy Fins
“Happy Fins is our happy place! Both my daughters attend swimming classes here, and we couldn't be happier.
My eldest has made incredible progress in the year she's been taught by Leanne. When she started, she couldn't swim at all, but now she has huge water confidence. She jumps in fearlessly, dives for sinkers, and swims lengths unaided - it's amazing to watch. Leanne's teaching is fantastic, and it's no surprise this is my daughter's favourite activity of the week!
Thank you, Happy Fins, for helping us create such special memories!”
- Lucy Matthew
BIGGLESWADE - THORNCOTE GREEN
“Such an amazing experience! We tried a different swimming school previously, and each week was a struggle, but now my daughter can't wait to go swimming!
My daughter attends lessons with Lucy. She has made such incredible progress, and I'm totally over the moon with how her confidence has improved. She has additional needs which can make it difficult for her to access and enjoy activities, but she really feels comfortable and confident here, and in such a short amount of time.
Thank you, Happy Fins.”
- Katy Reed
PETERBOROUGH - ORTON LONGUEVILLE
“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
Meet our team
Our team are the heart of Happy Fins. Our instructors form close bonds with all our little swimmers, get to know your family and guide your child at each stage of their swimming journey.
“We want families to feel known and looked after, not just booked onto a swimming class.”
Amanda | Co-Founder
“A positive experience and a creative teacher can lead to a lifetime of loving the water.”
Nick | Co-Founder
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?