About Us

Our mission is to shape stronger swimmers

At Swim Superb, we believe swimming is an essential life skill that should be accessible, enjoyable, and safe for everyone. Our passionate, certified instructors are dedicated to helping students of all ages develop confidence and strong swimming techniques in a positive learning environment.

We take a structured yet flexible approach, tailoring each lesson to individual needs, whether in a group setting or private session. With a strong emphasis on water safety and skill progression, we provide practical and effective methods to help students master the art of swimming.

Our Story

Swim Superb was founded in 2025 by husband-and-wife duo Tom and Jess Glover, alongside Tom’s mum, Diane Glover.

Diane has been teaching swimming since the 1980s and has coached many children through to national-level competitions. Her lifelong dedication to swimming is at the core of the Swim Superb ethos. While Diane now enjoys a more relaxed role in the water, Tom and Jess continue her legacy — committed to raising industry standards and shaping stronger swimmers for years to come.

Together, the team brings over 40 years of combined experience to the pool. As parents themselves, Tom and Jess understand how important it is to find a swim school that balances progress, safety, and care.

Tom, a former competitive swimmer, brings his expertise to coaching triathletes and open water swimmers. With a sharp eye for detail, he specialises in stroke analysis, helping swimmers fine tune their technique for maximum efficiency. At Swim Superb, we are passionate about helping adults overcome Aquaphobia. We're proud to be one of the few swim schools in the UK accredited by the Institute of Aquaphobia (IOA). Our adult programme is designed to support everyone — from nervous beginners taking their first steps into the water, to seasoned athletes aiming to refine their performance.

Jess brings a wealth of experience from her background in supporting vulnerable children and young people, which greatly influences her approach to teaching. She ensures that our baby and preschool lessons are not only developmentally supportive but also fun, engaging, and tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our Swim School's approach is rooted in the Swim England Learn to Swim stages, ensuring that children progress through a structured and proven framework, while enjoying the learning process. Working alongside Olympic swimmers in the teaching field, we have developed a comprehensive swim programme that is continually updated to reflect the latest research and best practices in swimming education. This combination of professional insight and personal passion forms the foundation of our children’s programmes, ensuring every child thrives in the water and progresses confidently at their own pace.

More recently, Tom and Jess became STA Tutors, founding Superb Training to help mentor the next generation of swimming teachers and drive forward excellence in the industry.

Their shared mission — and the foundation of Swim Superb — is simple:

Shape Stronger Swimmers, at every age and every stage.