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British Swim School at Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, VA, offers a unique and engaging learn-to-swim program within a safe, heated indoor pool environment. Their method, refined over 40 years, focuses on teaching survival skills first, then progressing to advanced strokes. They cater to all ages, from infants (starting at 3 months) to adults, providing small group classes for personalized attention.
The pool(s) at this location are typically maintained at a comfortable temperature of 84-85 degrees Fahrenheit.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? Reviews for BSS swim school are highly polarized. Positive feedback highlights amazing, knowledgeable, and encouraging coaches, leading to increased confidence in children, especially nervous toddlers. Customers appreciate the small class sizes, shorter class times, and flexible evening slots, as well as friendly and helpful staff like Chuck. Conversely, a significant number of negative reviews describe instructors as confused, unenthusiastic, lacking confidence, and unqualified, with no clear teaching structure or progress. Concerns were also raised about freezing water temperatures, a perceived 'rip-off' membership and payment plan offering no value, poor communication, lack of feedback, staff accountability issues, and overall disorganization, leading some to deem the program unprofessional and not worth the time or money.
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July 16th, 2025Dawn Douros
We have absolutely loved our experience with BSS.. The coaches are amazing and very knowledgeable and encouraging with their students.. my granddaughter kooks forward to her class every week.. thanks guys for being amazing.
July 23rd, 2025Katie Mills
Cant say enough great things about this swim school! This is my toddlers first time taking swim lessons. She was very nervous and had a tough first class. Everyone was so understanding and compassionate towards her. Each class she grows more confident. The small class sizes and shorter class times are perfect for younger kids. There are also lots of time slots available in the evenings which is great for working parents. Chuck was the first person I spoke to and the reason I was sold on this swim school. He is so friendly and talked me through everything I needed to know.
July 26th, 2025tmfd513
Definitely do not recommend this school. The instructors seem confused and unenthusiastic. They lack the confidence to lead a class of toddlers. The “membership” and payment plan they have set up is a complete rip off. They make you pay for a membership which gets you absolutely nothing other than the ability to pay for a class. You’re honestly better off just watching a YouTube video and teaching your child to swim yourself.
July 26th, 2025Jazmin Duncan
Awful place. Water is freezing. When asked for feedback I got none. Other than recommending our child move up to the next class. Which then our instructors weren’t even aware of. The instructors lack confidence. This class might be for you if you have an older child who can follow instructions and if they are fine with freezing water temperatures.
July 28th, 2025Joselyn Impastato
Unprofessional and Unqualified This swim program is a complete disappointment. There is zero accountability—staff avoid responsibility, ignore concerns, and offer no real communication. Even worse, the instructors clearly don’t know how to teach. There’s no structure, no progress, and no sign that they’re qualified to be working with kids. Extremely unorganized and not worth the time or money. Avoid this place.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4:00 – 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:00 – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM |