Dive into your
Swimming Journey
Professional swimming lessons for all ages and skill levels. From beginners strokes to advanced techniques, we'll help you master the water with confidence.
Swimming programs
Private & Semi-Private Classes
Private & Semi-Private Classes provide personalised swimming instruction tailored to each swimmer’s goals and ability. Private sessions offer full one-on-one focus, while semi-private classes combine individual attention with the motivation of learning alongside others—ideal for faster progress and targeted skill development.
Group Classes
Group Classes offer a fun and structured learning environment where swimmers develop skills, confidence, and technique alongside peers of similar ability. These classes encourage motivation, teamwork, and steady progress through guided instruction and shared learning experiences.
Holiday Intensive Classes
Holiday Intensive Classes are fast-paced, focused sessions designed to boost swimming skills in a short period. Ideal for swimmers looking to improve technique, confidence, and endurance quickly, these classes combine structured coaching with fun, engaging activities to make the most of holiday time.
Adult Stroke Correction
Adult Stroke Correction provides focused coaching to refine technique, improve efficiency, and prevent injury. Designed for adult swimmers of all levels, these sessions help enhance performance, build confidence, and make swimming more enjoyable through personalized guidance.
Our Team
Irina Skvortsova
Owner & Head Coach at SwimNest
I have been coaching swimming since 2010, with over 16 years of experience helping children and adults become confident, capable swimmers.
My coaching journey began in Russia, where I joined a local fitness centre as a swimming instructor. Although I was new to teaching at the time, I came from a strong professional background as a competitive open-water swimmer. Very quickly, I discovered a natural ability to break swimming down into simple, achievable steps and help people progress toward their individual goals.
What started as a job soon became my true passion. Today, I cannot imagine my life without teaching swimming. I find genuine fulfilment in supporting swimmers through every stage of their journey — from the first nervous steps into the water to celebrating small wins and major milestones.
I work with:
- young children and anxious beginners
- school-age swimmers learning and refining strokes
- adults overcoming fear of water
- adults training for endurance events such as the Cole Classic
Every swimmer is met exactly where they are, with patience, encouragement, and a personalised approach.
Throughout my career, I have coached across three countries — Russia, the UAE, and Australia — and worked with more than 20 swim schools. This diverse experience has shaped a unique teaching style that combines strong technical foundations with emotional support and confidence-building.
At SwimNest, I believe swimming lessons are about more than learning strokes. They are about building trust, resilience, and a lifelong love of water — starting from the very first splash.
Peter Henry
Coach at SwimNest
I have been coaching swimming since 2007, working with swimmers of all levels — from babies and beginners to adults, special needs swimmers, and competitive squad athletes.
After a successful career in retail, I made the decision to pursue a profession that truly aligned with my passion. Swimming, running, and triathlons played a major role in my younger life, and I competed as a triathlete for many years.
During my competitive years, I was coached by an Australian Olympic swim coach. Learning from such a high-level mentor gave me a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of effective swim training — knowledge that I now bring into every lesson I teach.
I have a genuine passion for swim coaching and take great pride in watching swimmers grow in confidence and ability. Whether it’s a child mastering a new skill or an adult achieving a long-held swimming goal, those moments are what make this work so rewarding.
I believe swimming lessons should be engaging, supportive, and fun — while still delivering real progress. Every swimmer is different, and I tailor my teaching approach to suit each individual’s needs, abilities, and goals.
My only regret in swim coaching is not starting earlier in life. I truly cannot imagine my life now without teaching and helping others succeed in the water.
Prices
Private & Semi-Private
| Northern Beaches Rockpools | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | One Student | Two Students |
| 30 min | $70 | $40 per swimmer |
| 45 min | $90 | $55 per swimmer |
| Terrey Hills and Brookvale indoor pools | ||
| 30 min | $90 | $50 per swimmer |
| 45 min | $120 | $65 per swimmer |
| Backyard / Residential pools | ||
| 30 min | $100 | $100 |
| 45 min | $120 | $120 |
| 60 min | $150 | $150 |
Group Classes
| Terrey Hills and Brookvale indoor pools | ||
|---|---|---|
| Available during the school term only | ||
| Class | Term Price | Notes |
| Group Classes | $300 per term (10 weeks) | Сlass size and session length vary according to skill level |
Holiday Intensive
| Terrey Hills indoor pool | ||
|---|---|---|
| Available between 11am-3pm during School Holidays only | ||
| Number of Lessons | Duration | Price |
| 4 lessons (1-1) | 20 min each | $200 |
| 4 lessons (1-1) | 30 min each | $250 |
