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Basalt Pool
Wassenaarseweg 501, 2333 AL Leiden
A small private pool part of Basalt Rehabilitation Center, which was originally used for aqua therapy. As a result, the water is comfortably warm for an ideal teaching environment.
The pool’s depth is adjustable, making it perfect for all levels. The location offers total privacy meaning it’s just the coaches and students (no spectators that can bother you).
This pool is located on walking distance from Leiden Central Station and is easy to reach by bus 1 and 8. There's a big (paid) parking space.
Types of classes at this location:
| Level | Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginners | Sunday | 18:30 | 19:15 |
| Beginners | Sunday | 19:15 | 20:00 |
| Advanced (Sport focus) | Sunday | 20:00 | 20:45 |
| Beginners | Thursday | 20:30 | 21:15 |
| Advanced (Sport focus) | Thursday | 21:15 | 22:00 |
| Beginners/Advanced | Wednesday | 20:00 | 20:45 |
| Beginners | Wednesday | 20:45 | 21:30 |
Directions to our pool in Leiden
Our range of swimming classes for adults
Which class is the best fit? A range of swimming lessons is available, from beginner to advanced. Options include classes designed for learning the basics, as well as sessions focused on refining technique and building stamina.
Water introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 1 of 5
No swimming ability or afraid of water? Start your journey here at ground zero!
- Overcome fear of water
- Get comfortable in shallow water
- Learn to float and move freely
- Build basic water confidence
Water introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 1 of 5
No swimming ability or afraid of water? Start your journey here at ground zero!
- Overcome fear of water
- Get comfortable in shallow water
- Learn to float and move freely
- Build basic water confidence
Stroke introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 2 of 5
Ready to move past water play? This level focuses on turning your water confidence into real swimming skills.
Requirement: Completion of Level 1 or basic backstroke ability
- Learn the 4 basic strokes
- Improve breath control
- Build up stamina in shallow water
- Transition from water play to structured swimming
Stroke introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 2 of 5
Ready to move past water play? This level focuses on turning your water confidence into real swimming skills.
Requirement: Completion of Level 1 or basic backstroke ability
- Learn the 4 basic strokes
- Improve breath control
- Build up stamina in shallow water
- Transition from water play to structured swimming
Intermediate
Difficulty: Intermediate
Lessons range: 3 of 5
Participation in this level requires the ability to swim comfortably in shallow water. Discomfort in deep water is acceptable.
Requirements include: knowledge of all four basic strokes.
You can swim in shallow water but still improving technique or confidence.
- Refine technique for all 4 strokes
- Improve efficiency and endurance
- Get more comfortable in deeper water
- Work on swimming longer distances without breaks
Intermediate
Difficulty: Intermediate
Lessons range: 3 of 5
Participation in this level requires the ability to swim comfortably in shallow water. Discomfort in deep water is acceptable.
Requirements include: knowledge of all four basic strokes.
You can swim in shallow water but still improving technique or confidence.
- Refine technique for all 4 strokes
- Improve efficiency and endurance
- Get more comfortable in deeper water
- Work on swimming longer distances without breaks
Advanced
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 4 of 5
No issues in deep water and able to swim more than 100 meters without exhaustion? This level is the perfect match. The goal: getting fitter and stronger through swimming as a weekly workout.
You swim 100m+ without stopping and want cardio & progress.
- Swim in deep water with full confidence
- Increase swimming stamina and speed
- Improve stroke power and breathing
- Prepare for diploma-event and/or sports-level training
Advanced
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 4 of 5
No issues in deep water and able to swim more than 100 meters without exhaustion? This level is the perfect match. The goal: getting fitter and stronger through swimming as a weekly workout.
You swim 100m+ without stopping and want cardio & progress.
- Swim in deep water with full confidence
- Increase swimming stamina and speed
- Improve stroke power and breathing
- Prepare for diploma-event and/or sports-level training
Sports Class
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 5 of 5
Take swimming skills to the next level with the Sport Class! Designed for holders of official swim diplomas or advanced swimmers seeking new challenges — this class delivers focused, high-level training.
For advanced or diploma-level swimmers seeking challenge.
- Train like an athlete
- Learn interval and endurance sets
- Improve race technique and starts
- Build peak swimming fitness
Sports Class
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 5 of 5
Take swimming skills to the next level with the Sport Class! Designed for holders of official swim diplomas or advanced swimmers seeking new challenges — this class delivers focused, high-level training.
For advanced or diploma-level swimmers seeking challenge.
- Train like an athlete
- Learn interval and endurance sets
- Improve race technique and starts
- Build peak swimming fitness
Why choose us?
EARN YOUR OFFICIAL
SWIMMING DIPLOMA
At Your Personal Swim Coach, one of the few swim schools in the Netherlands helps adults earn their official swimming diploma. Whether starting from scratch or refining technique, guidance is provided all the way to certification. Be proud of every achievement.
Progress deserves recognition!
ALWAYS LOCATED NEAR YOU
The Your Personal Swim Coach Swim schools are always conveniently located near you, ensuring easy access to top-notch swimming lessons. Whether seeking private or group classes, a nearby location is ready to help achieve swimming goals.
BECOME PART OF A TEAM
AND MEET NEW PEOPLE
Acting as a team, united by a passion for water and people. Assistance is provided on the journey to reach personal aqua objectives. Goals become shared goals. Making friends comes easily!
WE OFFER A VARIETY OF
SWIMMING LESSONS
From one-on-one private swimming lessons to group sessions, training is available for all levels and ages. Whether improving technique or learning to swim for the first time, these programs are designed to help achieve goals.
SAFETY AND PERSONALIZED APPROACHING
Safety is ensured with the best personal guidance provided. Small groups of only five swimmers at the same level are used. This allows for plenty of personal attention.
Apply for a try-out!
Why wait any longer?
Take the plunge and book a first group lesson now — temporarily available for just €30,50!
Discover how a personal, safe, and fun approach supports confidence in the water.
No pressure — just a supportive try-out to explore the fit.
Book a try-out now and take the first step toward swimming success!