NATC Levels 1–8

Your Swimmer's Progression

A structured pathway from first splash to NATC Squad. Every swimmer progresses at their own pace with qualified, DBS checked teachers.

Levels 1–8

Each level builds on the last. Swimmers are assessed by their teacher and move up when they are ready.

LEVEL 1
🐠

Water Confidence

First splashes in the water — safe entry and exit, blowing bubbles, floating with support and feeling happy in the pool.

LEVEL 2
🐬

Floating & Movement

Floating unaided, pushing and gliding, and kicking to travel through the water with growing independence.

LEVEL 3
🏊

Basic Stroke Development

Early front crawl and backstroke actions, first breathing patterns and short swims without aids.

LEVEL 4
🚀

Stroke Development

Building recognisable strokes over longer distances, with treading water and underwater confidence.

LEVEL 5
⭐

Stroke Confidence

Swimming further in front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke, with dives and sculling skills introduced.

LEVEL 6
🏆

Advanced Skills

Water safety and survival skills, swimming in clothes, endurance sets and race starts.

LEVEL 7
🥇

Advanced Swimming

Tumble turns, butterfly, lifesaving skills and long-distance swimming across all four strokes.

LEVEL 8
🌊

NATC Squad

Our top level — squad training for swimmers who have completed Level 7 and want to keep developing technique, stamina and race skills.

Not sure which level your swimmer is?

Tell us about their experience and our team will recommend the right group — or book them in and we'll assess in the water.

Qualified, DBS checked teachers
Small class sizes
Progress tracking and updates
Level certificates and awards

Ready to Book?

Choose your level and venue, then secure your swimmer's place online.

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