OFF · only for fun
Swimming lessons for adults
in Porto & Matosinhos
From your first length to open-water races: small groups (max 8 people), freestyle technique and coaches with Master of Sport titles — in English. At the Municipal Pool of Matosinhos, and in summer in the ocean at Praia de Matosinhos.
Who these lessons are for
Never swum before? The beginners-from-zero group starts with water confidence: breathing, floating, your first strokes. No rush and no comparisons — everyone progresses at their own pace. Within 6–8 weeks most students swim their first 25 metres non-stop.
Can swim, but want to swim well? In technique groups we work on freestyle: body position, bilateral breathing, an efficient stroke. With monthly video analysis you see exactly what changed. Advanced groups prepare for pool meets, open-water races and triathlon.
Adult schedule
Tuesday & Thursday
14:00 advanced · 15:00 beginners · 08:00–10:00 and 16:30 personal training
PoolWednesday
14:00 and 15:00 adult groups · 16:30 personal training
PoolSunday
11:00 adult beginners from zero · 19:00 Sunset Swimming (open water, May–September)
Pool / BeachThe schedule may change — confirm your group with the coach before your first session.
Prices
16-visit pass
Sixteen group training sessions
160 €Personal training
One-on-one with a coach, at a time that suits you
from 40 €Online plan + video analysis
Monthly personal plan with analysis of your technique
100 €Your coaches
Andrew Skrypka — head coach, Master of Sport in swimming and in triathlon, 5+ years of coaching experience. Builds technique from the very first lesson and prepares athletes for pool, open-water and triathlon starts.
Ivan Tretiak — coach and sports massage therapist, Master of Sport in triathlon, medalist at national and European championships. Helps with recovery and training load management.
Frequently asked questions
- I have never swum in my life. Can I start from zero?
- Yes. We run a dedicated adult beginners-from-zero group (Sunday at 11:00) and there are places in the Tuesday and Thursday beginner groups. We start with water confidence and take you to proper freestyle with correct breathing, step by step.
- I'm afraid of water. Can you help?
- Yes — it's far more common than you think. The first sessions are only about confidence and floating, always where you can stand, with no rush. Many of our swimmers started exactly like this.
- How much do lessons cost?
- A 16-visit group pass is 160 €. Personal one-on-one training starts from 40 €. A monthly online training plan with video technique analysis is 100 €.
- Where do lessons take place?
- At the Municipal Pool of Matosinhos (Travessa Silva Pinheiro 107, next to Matosinhos City Hall, near Brito Capelo metro station). In summer we also train in open water at Praia de Matosinhos.
- What do I need to bring?
- Swimsuit, swim cap, goggles and flip-flops. If you don't have goggles yet, the coach will help you choose the right ones at your first session.
- What language are the lessons in?
- Lessons are taught in English, Ukrainian and Russian — most international students train in English. Demonstration in the water is always the best explanation anyway.
Book your first session
Message or call us — we'll suggest the right group for your level and invite you to your first session at the Municipal Pool of Matosinhos.
Municipal Pool of Matosinhos · Tv. Silva Pinheiro 107, 4450-053 Matosinhos