A programme for people who have never swum, or who feel afraid in water — adults and children from age 4. No standards to meet, no rush, and no need to already know anything. Lessons are taught in Russian or Ukrainian.
You can start at any age. Sessions run one-to-one or in a small group where everyone is at roughly the same level, so nobody is watching or comparing.
If water makes you anxious, the first sessions stay in the shallow end and move entirely at your pace. You go deeper only when you are ready.
A first introduction to water through play. Sessions for ages 4–6 run 30 minutes; after that, 45.
If you could swim once but have not been in a pool for years, your coach starts from the level you are at now.
Just you and the coach. Full attention on your technique and your pace. Usually the fastest route for absolute beginners and for anyone working through fear of water.
Up to 4–5 people. A lower price per session and the encouragement of others starting where you are. You can switch formats along the way — many begin one-to-one and move into a group once the water feels comfortable.
Sessions are led by Alisa Solomina and Nikita Dmitriev. Both speak Russian and Ukrainian, so lessons run in whichever of those you prefer — which matters most when the thing being explained is fear and breathing.
More about the coaches →Three pools across Tallinn — Haabersti, Põhja-Tallinn and Lasnamäe. The pool and time are agreed when you book.
See pools and schedule →No. Neptune accepts everyone regardless of ability, and the beginner programme exists precisely for adults and children who have never swum.
No. Sessions move at your pace. You start in the shallow end and go deeper only when you decide you are ready.
A standard session is 45 minutes. For children aged 4–6 it is 30 minutes.
Russian or Ukrainian — both coaches speak both. Lessons are not currently offered in English or Estonian.
Message us on Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram or through the form on this page. A coach replies within 24 hours and agrees a time and pool with you.