26 Mar 2026
Moving From SafelySwim Endless to DOYRMS - What to Expect
If your swimmer is getting ready to move from SafelySwim Endless to our main programme at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School, this guide will help you understand exactly what to expect.
Our goal is to make this transition feel simple, positive and fully supported for every family.
When Will My Swimmer Move?
Swimmers are ready to move across when they can:
- Swim 5 metres on both front and back
- Take a breath without needing to stand up and touch the floor
- Show confidence without signs of panic during their lessons
Your instructor will always guide you and let you know when the time is right. The usual move up procedure will continue as usual. For more information, please see our Assessment Week blog post.
What Happens Before Your First Lesson
Before starting at DOYRMS, you’ll receive a notification to select your new class time along with access to a welcome video. This will help you and your swimmer:
- See the new pool environment
- Understand how lessons work at DOYRMS
- Arrive feeling more confident and prepared
When swimmers arrive at DOYRMS, they are treated as new to the environment. There are no expectations placed on them straight away. Instead, they are given time to settle, build confidence and show their ability in their own time.
Reminder for Parents: Not all swimmers feel confident to get into the water straight away, it can feel overwhelming, watching from the side for a couple of weeks is ok!
Discounted Private Lessons
For those who would benefit from additional support during their settling in period, discounted private lessons will be made available via an exclusive discount code for 1 month via our One-Off Booking Page. These can help swimmers become familiar with the pool and feel more comfortable before or alongside their group lessons.
Certificate
To mark the occasion, swimmers will receive a certificate after taking part in their first lesson at DOYRMS, recognising an important step in their swimming journey.
Progressing Forwards
Once your swimmer has settled into their new environment, their instructor will continue to assess their confidence and ability within the group.
When they are ready, they will progress into our Stage 1+ classes, where they begin working towards their 10 metre badge and continue building strong, consistent swimming skills.
Learn More About Our Stage Criteria
For full details on what’s covered in each stage, visit:
