Swimming Lessons in Oxted
A Local Club Worth the Short Journey
Families from Oxted have been swimming with L&M for years, and the reason they give is usually the same one: the teaching does not change from term to term.
We were founded in 1993 by Lesley Ryland and Moira Brooks and are still run by them. There is no rotating cast of instructors and no franchise script. Children are grouped by ability rather than age, classes are small, and progress is tracked properly against the Swim England curriculum.
It is the sort of club where a child can start at two and a half and, if they want to, end up swimming competitively. Harry Harriss did exactly that — he started with us aged seven and went on to win national gold at the Swim England Summer Meet. Families travel to us from across East Surrey, including neighbouring Woldingham and Caterham.
Choose Whichever Pool Suits You
We teach at two pools, and Oxted families use both depending on what their swimmer needs.
Woldingham School, on Marden Park, is a four-lane competitive pool with diving blocks and lane ropes — 12.5m by 25m, maximum depth 2m. It suits confident swimmers and stroke work.
Oakhyrst Grange School in Caterham is the gentler option: water at a constant 30°C and a shallow circular area around 45cm deep, which is where most beginners are happiest starting.
If you are not sure which would suit, ring Lesley or Moira — they will tell you honestly.
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Lessons for Every Age and Stage
From a first introduction to the water through to competitive training, all taught to the Swim England curriculum.
Pre-School Swimmers
A gentle first introduction to the water for 2½ to 4-year-olds, building confidence before they ever need to swim a length.
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Beginners & Improvers
Stroke technique and water safety taught to the Swim England curriculum, at a pace that suits each child.
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Advanced Swimmers
For confident swimmers refining technique or training competitively — the route that took Harry Harriss to national gold.
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Private Lessons
One-to-one coaching for faster progress or for swimmers who prefer a quieter setting.
Contact usWhy Oxted Families Choose L&M
Teaching Since 1993
Lesley Ryland and Moira Brooks founded the club over three decades ago. Many of the families we teach now are second generation.
Qualified & Checked
All instructors are Swim England qualified and hold Enhanced DBS checks. We are members of the Institute of Swimming and hold STA safety accreditation.
Small Groups, Warm Water
Classes are kept small so every swimmer gets attention, and our Caterham pool is held at a constant 30°C.
Rated 4.9 out of 5
Rated 4.9 stars by local families on Google, with a track record from first splash through to national competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Us
Talk to Lesley or Moira about lessons, class levels, or which of our two pools would suit you best.
L & M Swimming Club
01883 627668 (Moira) 07590 013823 (Moira) 07886 359223 (Lesley)