Propeller Swim School is a children's swimming school at 140 Hayton Road in Wigram, Christchurch. Its lessons are skill-based rather than age-based, so each child moves up levels as they pass set criteria, with ongoing assessments along the way. Classes are small, which gives more one-on-one coaching. Baby and pre-school lessons build water confidence early, and the school holidays can be used for intensive lessons. The website describes the pool as modern and clean. Reception is usually staffed on Monday to Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 12pm and 2pm to 5.30pm. Enquiries, and notice of a child who cannot attend, can be made by phone or text on 027 277 6735.
Customers praise the instructors for correcting technique and giving proper swimming lessons, and mention small class sizes and attentive tutors. Parents of young children say the teachers were great and the facility new and clean. Not every view is positive. One parent said teaching quality varies, and that the toilets and changing rooms are showing wear. Our pick in Wigram for children who need steady, small-class lessons.