I would recommend South West Swimming - have used both Henry Cavendish School pool in Balham - tends to be for younger children - my child moved in reception year to Emmanuel School. Lessons for pre school in daytime , then after school and saturday mornings. SW swimming offer 1:1, 1:2 and 1:4 lessons + intensive holiday courses.

They are not the most organised with regard website or ease of booking but please don't let this put you off - the teaching is good and we have been with them for nearly 2 years. My child now swims but i intend to keep going until learn't all strokes.
South West swimming - Tel:02087672723

This one is opening in January and looks lovely and luxurious (and warm - unlike some) http://www.londonbabyswim.co.uk/locations/wandsworth/

Actually - I have the same question... I'm looking for swim classes for my 2 year old, but within walking distance of Northcote area. He is currently going to lessons at the Tooting Bec Leisure Centre, but it's a bus ride away, while the Balham Leisure Centre doesn't give lessons to under 5 and I find the Latchmere pool just a bit too dirty! Does any one know of a pool or private swim class "between the commons"?

My daughter has her swimming lessons at Fulham Pools and only started when she was 4 years old as well. They have a car park and do have lessons at the weekend.

I've used the Sarah Harris swimming school which is at Linden Lodge school near Southfields. My children did an intensive course and learnt in a week!

Hi I'm new to nappeyvalley and this is my first post!
My son is four years old and I'm looking for somewhere where they do swimming lessons for complete beginners. I would prefer weekends but after school could be an option. I'm in the putney area. I've looked around but had no luck. Thanks x