De Kwakel
Paranadreef 10, Utrecht
This municipal pool is very close to the center of Utrecht which we rent for beginners, stroke improvers and advanced swimmers. The shallow pool has warmer water , while the 25-meter lanes are fresh and cool . The deep water has two floor levels which is great for newcomers to deep water. The staff on site are super friendly. On requests, we can facilitate private lessons here as well.
The pool offers free parking right in front of the entrance and is also easy to reach by U-OVBus 1.
Learn how to get inside.
Types of classes at this location:
We offer private lessons in Utrecht
When you are very fearful of water, please request for a 1:1 en 1:2 private swim lessons first. Supported by our certified coaches you overcome your fear of water and become a confident swimmer.
Water introduction
If you cannot swim at all and are fearful and/or challenged in water generally.
You took classes before and failed or it has been a very long time ago.
Stroke introduction
You are comfortable in shallow water, but are not able yet to perform all 4 basic strokes.
This level requires for you to have passed the introduction program, or you are able to perform swim an backcrawl and single back stroke (froggie leg).
Intermediate
You can swim comfortable in shallow water, however deep water gives you discomfort.
This level requires for you know all the 4 basic strokes and you have had swim lessons before.
Advanced
You have no issues in deep water and are able to swim more than one lane without breaking.
These groups works on improving their swimming skills and stamina and follow the program for diploma A, B and C.