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Mini Manta Ray’s Swim School

At Mini Manta Ray’s Swim School, we believe that swimming is more than just a skill—it's a journey of confidence, safety, and joy. Located in the heart of Dorset, our Swim England-accredited programs cater to all ages and abilities, ensuring a nurturing environment for every swimmer.

Dive into Confidence and Fun in Dorset

Mini Manta Rays offers expert-led swim classes in Dorset

✓ Qualified Instructors

Our team is certified by Swim England/STA, ensuring high-quality instruction.

✓ Inclusive Programs

From infants to adults, beginners to advanced swimmers, we have classes for everyone.

✓ Unique Experiences

Be among the few to experience mermaid swimming in Dorset.

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CLASS OVERVIEW

Adult and baby swimming lessons in Dorset helping infants build water confidence

Mini Manta Ray’s Swim Lessons

Class swimming Lessons for: Adults and Babies, Adults and Toddlers and Adults and Pre-schoolers.

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Children’s Swim Lessons

Class swimming Lessons for: Children aged 3-14yrs.

For beginners with parents, beginners without parents, and Stages 1-6.

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Endless Pool

Private swimming Lessons for: Adults, Children, Pre-schoolers, Adults + Toddlers, and Adults + Babies.

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Swim Fit

Junior Swim Fit (ages 13-17yrs)
Adult Swim Fit (ages 18yrs+)
Cold Water/Ice Swimming (Adults)

Mixed abilities welcome

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Sensory Swimming

Loads of colourful lights, sounds, songs, bubbles, water toys and fun!

Adult & Baby/Toddler
For ages 0-24mths

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Mermaid tail swimming experience in Dorset for kids and adults

Manta Ray’s Mermaids

Mermaid classes, experiences and parties for children and adults.

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Adult and Baby Sensory Swimming Sessions

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Mermaid swimming lessons in Dorset for children learning to swim with tails

Mermaid experiences

Pick your tail, learn the techniques, and finish off with mermaid games! Invite a friend to a one-of-a-kind experience!

Experiences are divided by ages 5-8yrs (with Adult) and 8-14yrs.

Sunday afternoon sessions

5-8yrs

8-14yrs

Mermaid Parties

A unique and unforgettable party perfect for birthdays, hen-do’s, and any magical celebration.

For adults and children (5yrs+)

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Adult mermaid swimming class in Dorset for fitness and fun in the water

Adult Mermaid Class

A fun and exciting way to get fit, meet new people and enjoy the freedom of swimming with a tail!

For ages 18yrs+

Weekly class with bonus sea swims in the Summer months

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  • “Fantastic swim lessons for my little girl (7 months). They have all been really interactive, fun and by doing these we have felt enabled to confidently go swimming more often in our own time. The swim lessons are well priced and we highly recommend Mini Manta Ray's”

    S. Pearce

  • “I have fallen in love with swimming and this is all down to Liz- Liz is a truly inspiring, motivating, patient and a fabulous teacher! I could never swim properly until now and Liz has started me on my triathlon adventures.”

    M. Green

  • “My boys had never swam before, they now are very confident in the water and swim happily, mini manta ray swim school is amazing. Both Liz and Michelle are fantastic , I cant recomend them enough”

    C. Niklas

  • "The baby swim lessons are perfect for little ones. Liz is so friendly and makes the classes enjoyable. She takes the time to learn everyone’s names (mums & babies) which is a little touch that makes all the difference!"

    C. Raymond

  • ''Fantastic swim school. My daughter's confidence in the water has grown so much since starting. Highly recommended to others.''

    B. Kellett

  • ''We attended the Mermaid experience (Adult and Child).session. They got to pick their mermaid tails and pose for pics then have a proper swimming lesson learning how to swim with a tail! It was so much much and the kids absolutely loved it! Liz is an amzing teacher and makes it lots of fun with loads of different activities. We cannot recommend this enough, it's fab!!''

    K. Bath

  • ''I booked a Mermaid Party for my daughter's birthdayand was very impressed with how Liz organised everything from the beginning to the end. The communication between her, myself and the attendees was exceptional, the structureand smooth running of the party exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend as we all had so much mermazing fun!''

    P. Peek

  • ''Thank you so much. My daughter loves her swimming lessons and I am really happy with her progress.''

    A. Makarczyk

Private Swim Lessons

From 1:1 adult coaching to shared sessions, we offer personalised swim lessons to suit every goal. Whether you’re refinding technique, boosting fitness, or helping your child gain water confidence—book your block today and dive into progress.

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ALL CLASSES

  • Adult & Baby

    For ages 0-18mths
    Packed full of fun songs and activities to develop water confidence and water safety skills.

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  • Adult & Toddler

    For ages 18mths - 3yrs
    Each lesson includes a wide variety of water toys and games to gently simulate toddlers and to encourage development of the key water skills.

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  • Adult & Pre-school

    For ages 3yrs - 4yrs
    The Adult and Pre-school programme teaches children to be happy and safe in the pool. 

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  • Swim Lessons (Stages)

    From 3yrs + to 12 years

    Swimming lessons are from beginners with parents to Stage 4, and taught by our fully qualified Level 2 Swim England/STA Swimming teachers, with extensive experience with children of all ages and abilities, and children with special needs.

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  • Private Lessons

    For all ages | 1:1 or 2:1 sessions
    Private swimming lessons in an indoor heated Endless Pool in Corfe Mullen

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  • Adult Swim Fit

    For ages 18+
    For recreational swimmers to triathletes/club swimmers/open water swimmers training for events.

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  • Junior Swim Fit

    Ages 13-17yrs
    Stage 8 to club level.
    The hour training sessions will include stroke technique work, drills, speed and endurance work.

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  • Adult Mermaid Class

    For ages 18yrs+
    Mermaid classes for Adults are a fun and exciting way to get fit, meet new people and enjoy the freedom of swimming with a tail! 

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  • Mermaid Experience (5-8yrs)

    For ages 5yrs - 8yrs accompanied by an adult
    Our children’s mermaid experiences are an amazing way for your child to experience swimming like a mermaid, in a safe and friendly environment, with a fully qualified and experienced mermaid instructor.

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  • Mermaid Experiences (8-14yrs)

    For ages 8yrs - 14yrs | able to swim independantly and confidently
    Learn to swim like a mermaid, in a safe and friendly environment, with a fully qualified and experienced mermaid instructor.

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  • Mermaid Parties

    For all ages
    These private mermaid experiences will be great for hen do groups, birthday parties, open water swimming groups and anyone who wants to try something new, different and exciting.

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  • Sensory Swim

    0 - 24 months
    Brand new Adult & Baby/Toddler Sensory Swimming Sessions in our indoor Endless Pool, in Corfe Mullen.

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our aim is to instil a love of water for the rest of you AnD your child’s life.