Stadium 2000 · Blenheim

Where water confidence begins.

Small classes, a friendly local teacher, and a warm indoor pool.

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Dan teaching a swim lesson at Stadium 2000
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Small group sizes

Small classes mean every child gets real attention and plenty of time in the water.

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Qualified instructor

AUSTSWIM certified and first-aid trained. Calm, patient, and professional.

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Held at Stadium 2000

Warm indoor pool right here in Blenheim. Easy parking and family-friendly facilities.

Dan Stephens — Aqua Start Academy instructor
About Aqua Start Academy

Meet your instructor — Dan Stephens.

As a local primary school teacher, I am passionate about helping children build confidence, skills, and a love of learning. I bring this same patient, supportive, and individualised approach to my swimming instruction.

In New Zealand, surrounded by beaches, rivers, lakes, and pools, I believe swimming is an essential life skill. Every child deserves the opportunity to learn to swim and feel safe and confident in and around water.

My goal is to provide a positive learning environment where swimmers can develop water confidence and strong foundational skills at their own pace. Whether they are beginners or refining their technique, I am committed to supporting each child on their swimming journey.

  • Patient, encouraging teaching style
  • Lessons tailored to your child's level
  • Clear progress updates each term
Lessons & Pricing

Four levels, one straightforward price.

All lessons are $17, 25 minutes long, for ages 4+. Held Sunday mornings at Stadium 2000.

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Aqua Starters

Stage 1 · Water Confidence
$17 / lesson 25 minutes Ages 4+

Your child's goal

To become safe and comfortable in the water with teacher support.

Focus

Confidence Pool safety Submersion Supported floating Basic kicking

Advancement checklist

  • Enter and exit the pool safely
  • Walk safely around the pool edge
  • Put whole face in the water confidently
  • Blow bubbles for 3 seconds
  • Submerge ears and eyes
  • Hold the wall independently
  • Front float with assistance for 5 seconds
  • Back float with assistance for 5 seconds
  • Kick on front with support
  • Kick on back with support
  • Retrieve an object from shallow water
  • Listen and follow safety instructions
Enquire about this level

Not sure which level your child fits? No worries — add their current swim level to the enquiry form and we'll suggest the best fit.

Book a Lesson

Let's get your little one swimming.

Add your details below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can to confirm a time.

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FAQ

Parent questions, answered.

What should my child bring?
Togs, towel and a pair of goggles. A warm change of clothes for after is a good idea, especially in winter.
Where do I park at Stadium 2000?
There's free parking right at Stadium 2000 on Kinross Street. Allow a few extra minutes on Sundays during sports season as it can fill up.
How many lessons should we book?
Bookings are for a full school term, and payment is required in full before the term commences.
What's the refund or cancellation policy?
All policy information, including our refund and cancellation policy, can be found under the Policies link in the footer.
Do you teach private or 1:1 lessons?
If you think your child would be more suited to a 1:1 lesson, please get in touch and let us know. While private lesson availability depends on several factors, including time and schedule, our goal is to accommodate all children and their needs.
Do you teach adults too?
Right now we're focused on children, but get in touch — if there's enough interest we'd love to add adult lessons down the track.
Contact

Come say hi.

Got a question we haven't answered? Get in touch.

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Where to find us Stadium 2000, Kinross Street, Blenheim
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When we run Sundays, from 9am