Who we are
Bluefins was founded to make swimming accessible and enjoyable for all, combining expert teaching with a warm, community feel.
Who we are
Bluefins was founded to make swimming accessible and enjoyable for all, combining expert teaching with a warm, community feel.
Welcome to Bluefins
Welcome to Bluefins
Bluefins is a new, innovative and fun concept, with community at its core, based in the market town of Ringwood. Offering fantastic weekly swimming lessons for all ages and needs, top class STA aquatic training courses, birthday parties, community space and meeting room for hire and a locally sourced cafe, serving up some delicious refreshments - it is your one stop shop, with a welcoming, local feel.
Bluefins is a new, innovative and fun concept, with community at its core, based in the market town of Ringwood. Offering fantastic weekly swimming lessons for all ages and needs, top class STA aquatic training courses, birthday parties, community space and meeting room for hire and a locally sourced cafe, serving up some delicious refreshments - it is your one stop shop, with a welcoming, local feel.
Our story
Our story
After several years of running our individual swim schools in Poole and Southampton, hiring pools to facilitate our lessons, it was clear that we were each facing the same barriers, sometimes prohibiting our swimmers from having the optimum lesson experience. We would always discuss our vision of what would make the ideal environment for swimming lessons for children and parents alike, and after years of hard work, Bluefins was born!
After several years of running our individual swim schools in Poole and Southampton, hiring pools to facilitate our lessons, it was clear that we were each facing the same barriers, sometimes prohibiting our swimmers from having the optimum lesson experience. We would always discuss our vision of what would make the ideal environment for swimming lessons for children and parents alike, and after years of hard work, Bluefins was born!
Why it matters
It is vital to both of us, that children’s swimming lessons are accessible to all, that the weekly visit to your swim school is not the ‘dreaded club,’ where changing rooms are below par, bringing siblings along is inconvenient, or you melt into a puddle on poolside, not to mention having no coffee to get you through!
Imagine a space where teacher consistency is key, good quality lessons are accessible, you are met with a warm welcome and your child is not just a number. Imagine having a facility where you can finally pick up those lessons as an adult to overcome your fear or tweak that technique, or a venue where home educated children are cherished during school hours and SEN provision is as important as mainstream.
1,000+
Hours in the water
1,000+
Hours in the water
1,000+
Hours in the water
100%
Confidence & fun
100%
Confidence & fun
100%
Confidence & fun
What makes us different
What makes us different
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Purpose-built pool designed for comfort and safety
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Purpose-built pool designed for comfort and safety
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Personalised lessons for every age and ability
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Personalised lessons for every age and ability
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Qualified, caring teachers who know every swimmer
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Qualified, caring teachers who know every swimmer
Meet the team
Meet the team
Here at Bluefins, we are incredibly proud of our fantastic team - with passion, continual professional development and a love of what we do!
Here at Bluefins, we are incredibly proud of our fantastic team - with passion, continual professional development and a love of what we do!
Co-founder & director
Hi, I’m Anna, co-founder and director at Bluefins. With 12 years of teaching experience, I’m passionate about helping swimmers grow in confidence, from babies taking their first splash to adults perfecting their technique. Outside the pool, I love spending time with my family and our boxer, Rolo.
Co-founder & director
Hi, I’m Anna, co-founder and director at Bluefins. With 12 years of teaching experience, I’m passionate about helping swimmers grow in confidence, from babies taking their first splash to adults perfecting their technique. Outside the pool, I love spending time with my family and our boxer, Rolo.
Co-founder & director
Hi, I’m Anna, co-founder and director at Bluefins. With 12 years of teaching experience, I’m passionate about helping swimmers grow in confidence, from babies taking their first splash to adults perfecting their technique. Outside the pool, I love spending time with my family and our boxer, Rolo.
Co-founder & director
Hi, I’m Sophie, co-founder of Bluefins. Growing up with a swim-teacher mum, swimming has always been part of my life. I’ve been teaching for many years and now train new teachers too, bringing my own learning experiences into every lesson. I can’t wait to welcome you to Bluefins!
Co-founder & director
Hi, I’m Sophie, co-founder of Bluefins. Growing up with a swim-teacher mum, swimming has always been part of my life. I’ve been teaching for many years and now train new teachers too, bringing my own learning experiences into every lesson. I can’t wait to welcome you to Bluefins!
Co-founder & director
Hi, I’m Sophie, co-founder of Bluefins. Growing up with a swim-teacher mum, swimming has always been part of my life. I’ve been teaching for many years and now train new teachers too, bringing my own learning experiences into every lesson. I can’t wait to welcome you to Bluefins!
Passionate swim teacher
Hi, I’m Melissa. I’m a mum of two and a primary school teacher turned swim instructor. I love helping children grow in confidence and enjoy every splash. When I’m not in the pool, you’ll find me exploring the New Forest, at the beach, or reading with a coffee in hand.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi, I’m Melissa. I’m a mum of two and a primary school teacher turned swim instructor. I love helping children grow in confidence and enjoy every splash. When I’m not in the pool, you’ll find me exploring the New Forest, at the beach, or reading with a coffee in hand.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi, I’m Melissa. I’m a mum of two and a primary school teacher turned swim instructor. I love helping children grow in confidence and enjoy every splash. When I’m not in the pool, you’ll find me exploring the New Forest, at the beach, or reading with a coffee in hand.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi, I’m Beth. I recently moved to Hampshire from Devon, where I loved surfing, paddle boarding, and swimming in the sea. I’m passionate about sport, from gymnastics to running, and love spending time with friends, family, and exploring new places.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi, I’m Beth. I recently moved to Hampshire from Devon, where I loved surfing, paddle boarding, and swimming in the sea. I’m passionate about sport, from gymnastics to running, and love spending time with friends, family, and exploring new places.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi, I’m Beth. I recently moved to Hampshire from Devon, where I loved surfing, paddle boarding, and swimming in the sea. I’m passionate about sport, from gymnastics to running, and love spending time with friends, family, and exploring new places.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi! I’m Max, and I’ve been teaching swimming for six years. I’m currently in my final year studying Psychology at Bournemouth University. My favourite stroke is breaststroke; I love how unique it feels compared to the others. I always aim to make lessons fun and engaging, because the best learning happens when you’re enjoying yourself. Outside the pool, I love new challenges, whether that’s exploring new places, playing hockey, or meeting people from around the world.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi! I’m Max, and I’ve been teaching swimming for six years. I’m currently in my final year studying Psychology at Bournemouth University. My favourite stroke is breaststroke; I love how unique it feels compared to the others. I always aim to make lessons fun and engaging, because the best learning happens when you’re enjoying yourself. Outside the pool, I love new challenges, whether that’s exploring new places, playing hockey, or meeting people from around the world.
Passionate swim teacher
Hi! I’m Max, and I’ve been teaching swimming for six years. I’m currently in my final year studying Psychology at Bournemouth University. My favourite stroke is breaststroke; I love how unique it feels compared to the others. I always aim to make lessons fun and engaging, because the best learning happens when you’re enjoying yourself. Outside the pool, I love new challenges, whether that’s exploring new places, playing hockey, or meeting people from around the world.
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Where to find us?
First lesson free!
Where to find us?
First lesson free!