Give Your Child a Life Skill
Looking for swimming lessons in Bulawayo? Learn to Swim with Lorna is a private children’s swimming school for ages 3 and up. FINA Level 3 qualified, producing competitive and competent swimmers since 1992.
Why Swimming Matters in Zimbabwe
With rivers, dams, and pools throughout Matabeleland, swimming is not just a sport, it is a life-saving skill. Every child in Bulawayo should learn to swim.
Children's Swimming Lessons in Bulawayo
Learn to Swim with Lorna has been teaching children to swim in Bulawayo since 1992. Over more than three decades, Lorna has helped thousands of local children move from their very first splash to confident, competent swimmers, and in many cases all the way to competitive gala level.
Lorna is FINA Level 3 qualified and UK-trained, so every lesson is built on proper stroke technique, water safety, and genuine confidence in the water. Classes are kept small and personal, which means each child gets the individual attention they need to progress at their own pace, whether they are a nervous three-year-old or a keen young swimmer chasing faster times.
In a country full of dams, rivers, and pools, swimming is far more than a sport, it is a life-saving skill every child in Matabeleland should have. Lessons run at a private, secure pool at 45 Pauling Road in the Suburbs area of Bulawayo, making it easy and safe for families across the city.
Families We Teach
Learn to Swim with Lorna welcomes children from across Bulawayo and the surrounding suburbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age can my child start swimming lessons?
Learn to Swim with Lorna takes children from age 3 and up. Lessons are structured to suit each child, from nervous first-timers who have never been in a pool to confident swimmers working towards competitive galas.
Where are the swimming lessons held in Bulawayo?
Lessons are held at 45 Pauling Road, Suburbs, Bulawayo. It is a private, secure pool environment where children can learn at their own pace with individual attention.
What are Lorna’s qualifications?
Lorna is FINA Level 3 qualified and UK-trained, with more than 30 years of experience teaching swimming in Bulawayo. She has produced competent and competitive swimmers since 1992.
Do you teach beginners as well as competitive swimmers?
Yes. Lessons run from complete beginner through to competitive squad level. Children progress step by step, building water confidence, correct stroke technique, and water safety skills along the way.
How do I book swimming lessons with Lorna?
The easiest way is to send a WhatsApp message or call. Lorna will discuss your child’s age and ability and find a lesson time that works for your family.