For five-year-old Everly-Rose, swimming has been part of her life for almost as long as she can remember.
She started swimming lessons when she was just one and has had lessons at Kidsgrove Sports Centre since she was four. Since moving to KSC she’s quickly settled into her new lessons and has continued to thrive.
Indeed, Everly’s confidence has grown with every lesson. She’s been developing new skills on a weekly basis, and her family has loved watching her become a stronger and more confident swimmer along the way.
While Everly enjoys learning and improving, there’s one part of her lessons that Everly particularly looks forward to… Jumping into the pool!
Those moments of fun are a big part of what makes her swim lessons so enjoyable. She genuinely looks forward to coming to the pool every week, and her enthusiasm for swimming shines through in her lessons.
The importance of the right swim teacher
A big part of Everly’s experience has been the support she receives from her swimming teacher, Claire.
Mum, Katie, describes Claire as patient, encouraging and supportive, with a real ability to bring out the best in Everly and every child in her class.
That encouragement has helped create an environment where Everly can build her confidence and enjoy being in the water.
Feedback from Everly’s Mum, Katie

A smile that says it all. Everly loves her swim lessons at KSC.
Katie explains:
“Everly’s confidence has grown with every lesson and it’s been amazing to watch her develop new skills week after week.”
She also believes that having a fun, friendly and nurturing environment has made a real difference to Everly’s experience of learning to swim.
Everly’s journey is already something her family is incredibly proud of.
From starting swimming so young to continuing to develop her skills and confidence at KSC, she’s built a wonderful relationship with the water.
And with her enthusiasm for swimming showing no signs of waning, there’s no telling where her journey might take her next.
Mum, Katie, is happy to recommend swimming lessons at Kidsgrove Sports Centre to other families looking for an environment where children can develop their confidence, learn new skills and become happy, capable swimmers.
