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The Jelli Swim Academy
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Hello and welcome to our award winning swim school! We are an established family run business of 8+ years, formerly known as Diddy Dolphins.
We have a variety of programmes, Jelli Babies, Jelli Juniors and JelliENGAGE.
We run high quality swimming lessons for all ages and abilities in Bolton, Leigh, Wigan, St Helens and Southport.
The Jelli Swim Academy
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The Jelli Swim Academy
jelli programmes
Jelli babies
Our child-led swimming programme aimed at children age 3 months – 4 years. Lessons are themed each week and have progressive practises which focus on building water confidence and developing early swimming skills.
Age 3 months – 4 years
jelli juniors
Our highly recommended swim programme for children age 4+, offering quality beginners, improvers and advanced lessons. Teachers are in the water with a pool helper to assist. Class sizes are limited to 8 in a class.
Age 4 years +
jelli engage
Our JelliENGAGE programme is designed for children age 4+ who would benefit from smaller class sizes and a calmer learning environment. JelliENGAGE operates in Wigan, Bolton & Leigh venues only.
Age 4 years +
private lessons
We do also offer 1-2-1 and 1-2-2 lessons. These are extremely limited. Private lessons only operate in our pools in Bolton.
The Jelli Swim Academy
the jelli team
Laura
Director, Safeguarding Lead & Swim Specialist
ryan
Cover Teacher
clare
Baby Swim Specialist
JESSICA
Swim Specialist & Assistant Swim Co-ordinator
lynda
Enrolment Manager & Poolside Assistant
alex
Pool Helper
LYDIA
Pool Helper
lucy
Pool Helper
The Jelli Swim Academy
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OUR POOLS
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