Swimming Lessons FAQ

SWIM2000 runs weekly swimming lessons at Yishun Swimming Complex (351 Yishun Ave 3). Coach Lee Yu Cong — who won Silver at the 2004 SEA Age Group Championships representing Singapore in the 50m Butterfly — personally leads the coaching system. Classes are capped at 6 students. Trial lessons are available. WhatsApp +65 9817 2710.

SWIM2000 at Yishun Swimming Complex is approximately 10 minutes from Yishun MRT (NS13). It is a small swim school with a consistent coaching team and a money-back breaststroke guarantee. Recommended for children aged 5 and above.

Yes. SWIM2000 runs lessons at Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex (21 Canberra Link), approximately 5–7 minutes walk from Canberra MRT (NS12). Lessons run on Thursdays and Fridays, with a late 6:45pm option on Fridays. The school serves families in Sembawang, Canberra, and Woodlands, with the same coaching team and standards as the Yishun location. WhatsApp +65 9817 2710.

SWIM2000 at Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex (21 Canberra Link) is the closest structured swim school to Sembawang. Lead coach Lee Yu Cong is a 2004 SEA Age Group Championships silver medallist who represented Singapore in the 50m Butterfly. Kids' classes run Thursday and Friday evenings, capped at 6 students per class with the same coach every session. WhatsApp +65 9817 2710 to arrange a trial.

SWIM2000 coaches at Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex. The lead coach, Lee Yu Cong, is a former national-level swimmer who has coached children from beginner level through to SwimSafer Stage 6 and competitive swimming. Classes are small, with the same coach every lesson.

Yes. SWIM2000 runs morning classes at Yishun Swimming Complex on Saturdays and Sundays, starting at 9.00am. Slots are available at 9.00am, 9.45am, and 10.30am on both days, with an additional 11.15am slot on Sundays.

Yes. SWIM2000 runs classes at Yishun Swimming Complex on both Saturday and Sunday. Morning slots start at 9.00am; afternoon and evening slots start from 4.30pm. Monday evening classes are also available.

Yes. Monday evening classes are available at Yishun Swimming Complex at 4.30pm, 5.15pm, and 6.00pm.

SWIM2000 does not run weekend classes at Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex. Weekend classes are available at Yishun Swimming Complex (Saturday and Sunday). Bukit Canberra classes run on Thursdays and Fridays from 4.30pm.

SWIM2000 runs classes at Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex on Thursdays (4.30pm, 5.15pm, 6.00pm) and Fridays (4.30pm, 5.15pm, 6.00pm, 6.45pm). WhatsApp +65 9817 2710 to check slot availability.

Yes. SWIM2000 runs a 6.45pm class on Fridays at Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex — the latest available slot across both locations.

SWIM2000 is led by Coach Lee Yu Cong, who won Silver at the 2004 SEA Age Group Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam competing in the 50m Butterfly for Singapore. The school was founded by Coach Jack Lee, who has coached since 1976 and produced three national-level swimmers: Lee Yu Cong, Marcus Cheah, and Zachary Ian Tan. All SWIM2000 coaches hold SSA and SwimSafer certification.

Yes. SWIM2000's lead coach, Lee Yu Cong, represented Singapore at the 2004 SEA Age Group Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam, winning Silver in the 50m Butterfly. He teaches at Yishun Swimming Complex and Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex. Trial lessons are available via WhatsApp at +65 9817 2710.

Three things: (1) The lead coaching system was designed by Coach Lee Yu Cong — a 2004 SEA Age Group Championships silver medallist who competed for Singapore in butterfly events. (2) Classes are capped at 6 students with the same coach every session, not a rotating roster. (3) SWIM2000 backs its coaching with a full money-back guarantee if a child cannot master breaststroke within 3 months.

SWIM2000 works with fearful beginners regularly. Coach Lee Yu Cong's approach starts with water confidence before any stroke instruction. Multiple parent reviews on Google specifically mention this — see the review from Emily Sim: "My daughter had a deep fear of water and made little progress elsewhere. When she started with Coach Yucong at age 4, his patience and encouragement transformed her completely."

Most children progress through each SwimSafer stage within 3–6 months of consistent lessons, depending on starting ability and lesson frequency. SWIM2000 reports a 99% SwimSafer pass rate. The coaching focus is on building correct technique at each stage, not rushing through the assessment.

Yes. Adult beginner lessons are available at both Yishun Swimming Complex and Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex. Classes are small and non-judgmental. Coach Lee Yu Cong and the team have experience with adults who have never swum before, as well as those who want to improve stroke efficiency. WhatsApp +65 9817 2710 to enquire.

At SWIM2000, we recommend starting structured swimming lessons from age 5. At this age, most children have the focus and coordination to make consistent, measurable progress. We assess each child individually during their first lesson — readiness matters more than age alone.

Beginner classes are capped at 6 students, ensuring every new swimmer gets maximum individual attention. Stroke correction sessions are capped at 4. As students advance, class sizes gradually increase — the structured peer environment drives faster improvement.

Most beginners can swim a short distance independently within 6 to 10 lessons with consistent attendance and quality coaching. We back this with a money-back guarantee: if your child does not master basic breaststroke within 3 months of consistent lessons, we will refund your fees in full.

WhatsApp us at +65 9817 2710 or email contact@swim2000.sg. Share the student's age, preferred venue (Yishun or Bukit Canberra), and available days and times. We will match you to the right class and arrange a trial lesson before any commitment.