Peter HillSwimming
24+ years teaching in Belfast & Holywood, coached by the only swim school owner in Northern Ireland who has produced Olympic-level swimmers. Group and private lessons for children and adults.
Head Coach & Founder
Peter Hill is an ASA Level 2 swimming teacher and ASA Level 3 swim coach with over 24 years of experience, including 9 years teaching at Belfast Royal Academy. He is the only swim school owner in Northern Ireland who has coached Olympic-level swimmers.
As Head Coach at Larne Swimming Club, Peter has coached Ireland's fastest-ever female swimmer, Danielle Hill, alongside many other competitive athletes — bringing elite-level technique and coaching craft to every lesson, from a child's very first splash to competitive stroke refinement.
From nervous first-timers to competitive-minded swimmers, every class is built around small groups and genuine attention.
Structured group lessons for children aged 3 and up, run across two venues, six days a week, building confidence and technique from the very first class.
It's never too late to learn. Friendly, patient adult lessons arranged on request, at a pace that suits you.
Dedicated one-to-one sessions for accelerated progress, stroke correction, or competitive squad preparation — coached by an ASA Level 3 coach.
Among the most competitively priced swimming lessons in the Greater Belfast area.
Belmont Road, Holywood, BT18 9EY — our primary venue with dedicated lesson pool time for group and private classes.
Cliftonville Road, Belfast — a long-standing venue where Peter has taught for over 9 years.
"Peter and his team are so patient and friendly with the kids — our daughter went from scared of the water to swimming full lengths in a few blocks."
A Belfast Parent Sullivan Upper School"You can tell Peter has coached at the highest level. The technique focus even in beginner lessons is a step above other swim schools we've tried."
A Holywood Parent Sullivan Upper School"Professional, well organised, and genuinely invested in every pupil. Highly recommend Peter Hill Swimming to any family in the Belfast area."
A Belfast Royal Academy Parent Belfast Royal AcademySpaces fill quickly across both venues. Get in touch today to book your 8-week lesson block.