How much does a lesson cost?

It depends on the format. Small-group lessons (4 to 6 pax) are $40 to $70 per head. Semi-private (2 to 3 pax) is $50 to $90 per head. Private 1-to-1 with an NROC-registered coach is $60 to $120 per lesson. The exact rate depends on the coach's experience, the pool, and the lesson length, and is always confirmed before you commit.

Kids from 2.5 years, adults, and senior citizens aged 55 and up. We coach total beginners, stroke correction, water fitness, and returning swimmers fixing old habits.

Do you teach complete beginners and non-swimmers?

Yes. Many of our learners, both children and adults, start with no swimming experience at all. Early lessons focus on water comfort, breathing, and safety before any strokes are introduced.

How many lessons will it take to learn to swim?

It depends on the swimmer's age, how comfortable they are in water, and how often they practise. Most beginners build basic water confidence within the first few lessons, and your coach reviews progress with you as you go.

Do you offer group lessons?

Yes. You can book a private 1-to-1 lesson, a semi-private lesson with 2 to 3 swimmers, or a small group of 4 to 6. Group lessons split the rate, so they cost less per head.

Do you teach senior citizens?

Yes. We coach seniors aged 55 and up at a gentle, unhurried pace, with a focus on water confidence and joint-friendly fitness. There is no maximum age.

Can I choose a male or female coach?

Yes. Tell us your preference when you message us and we'll match a coach from our roster accordingly.

Where do lessons take place?

Your condo pool (islandwide) or a public swimming complex. We coach across Singapore on weekdays and weekends, with daytime and evening slots.

What should we bring to a lesson?

Swimwear, a towel, and goggles. A swim cap helps for longer hair. Your coach brings any teaching aids that are needed.

Are your coaches certified?

Yes. Every coach is registered on Sport Singapore's National Registry of Coaches (NROC), which requires accreditation through the SG-Coach programme (formerly NCAP), a Basic Sport Science certificate, current Standard First Aid with CPR and AED, and Singapore Life Saving Society (SLSS) awards. Coaches are also SwimSafer Instructor certified to teach and assess the national programme, and many hold international qualifications such as STA or AUSTSWIM.

What is SwimSafer 2.0 and what are the stages?

SwimSafer 2.0 is Singapore's national water-safety programme, run by Sport Singapore and Singapore Aquatics. It has six progressive stages: Stage 1 builds water confidence; Stage 2 covers a 25 m swim; Stage 3 introduces all four strokes; and Stages 4, 5 and 6 award the Bronze, Silver and Gold certificates, adding rescue, survival and longer-distance skills. Our coaches teach and assess every stage.

Is there a package lock-in?

No. Pay per lesson. No packages required and no long commitment.

Where does Kes coach?

Kes coaches Heartbeat @ Bedok, Sengkang Swimming Complex, Hougang Swimming Complex, Bedok Pool, Bedok, Hougang, Sengkang and is based in Bedok · Sengkang · Hougang (East & North-East Singapore). Condo-pool lessons are available islandwide with MCST approval.

What does Kes charge for swim lessons?

Rates are from $380 for private 1-to-1. There is no surcharge to request a female coach.

Is Kes a qualified swim coach?

Yes. Kes is registered with Sport Singapore's National Registry of Coaches (NROC) and holds NROC, SwimSafer. The NROC ID is available on request and can be checked on the public CoachSG lookup before you book.

Mr Kes Low: Swim Coach Singapore

About Kes

Kes Low is a male swim coach with 32 years of teaching experience, certified in both NROC and SwimSafer. He runs his own swim school, Star Swim (starswim.com), offering lessons across public ActiveSG pools and condominium pools in the east and north-east of Singapore — covering Bedok, Sengkang, and Hougang.

Kes teaches both private 1-to-1 and group lessons for kids and adults at all levels. His areas of focus span the full spectrum: fear of water, beginners, special needs, fitness swimming, and competitive development. Lessons are priced on a monthly structure, making it straightforward for families and individuals to commit to a consistent training schedule.

He currently holds open slots across Heartbeat@Bedok, Sengkang Swimming Complex, and Hougang Swimming Complex on weekdays and weekends. Friday classes at Hougang Swimming Complex (3–6pm) are listed as new classes opening soon, as of 8 June 2026.

Profile	Details
Experience	32 years
Certifications	NROC, SwimSafer
Gender	Male
Classes	1-to-1 & group — kids and adults
Pool types	Condo & public (ActiveSG)
Areas covered	Bedok, Sengkang, Hougang
Group rate	$120/month
Private 1-to-1 rate	$380/month
Specialisations	Fear of water, beginners, special needs, fitness, competitive
Website	starswim.com
Open slots (as of 8 Jun 2026)	Mon Heartbeat@Bedok 4.30pm (2 slots) · Tue Heartbeat@Bedok 4.30pm (3 slots) & 5.15pm (3 slots) · Wed Sengkang SC 5.15pm (3 slots) · Fri Hougang SC 3–6pm (new classes opening) · Sat Heartbeat@Bedok 9am (5 slots) & 9.45am (2 slots) · Sat Sengkang SC 12pm (2 slots), 12.45pm (5 slots), 1.30pm (2 slots) & 2.15pm (5 slots) · Sat Hougang SC 4.30pm (4 slots) · Sun Heartbeat@Bedok 12pm (2 slots), 12.45pm (3 slots) & 1.30pm (3 slots)

Credentials

NROC
SwimSafer

NROC registration can be confirmed on Sport Singapore’s public CoachSG lookup. The coach’s registry ID is available on request before you book.

What Kes teaches

Learner groups

kids
adults
beginners
fear of water
fitness
competitive
special needs

Lesson formats

1-to-1
2-to-1
group

Pool types

public
condo

Where Kes coaches

Pools

Heartbeat @ Bedok
Sengkang Swimming Complex
Hougang Swimming Complex
Bedok Pool

Areas covered

Bedok
Hougang
Sengkang

Rate card

Private 1-to-1

From $380

per lesson

Programmes you can book with Kes

Frequently asked questions

Where does Kes coach?: Kes coaches Heartbeat @ Bedok, Sengkang Swimming Complex, Hougang Swimming Complex, Bedok Pool, Bedok, Hougang, Sengkang and is based in Bedok · Sengkang · Hougang (East & North-East Singapore). Condo-pool lessons are available islandwide with MCST approval.
What does Kes charge for swim lessons?: Rates are from $380 for private 1-to-1. There is no surcharge to request a female coach.
Is Kes a qualified swim coach?: Yes. Kes is registered with Sport Singapore's National Registry of Coaches (NROC) and holds NROC, SwimSafer. The NROC ID is available on request and can be checked on the public CoachSG lookup before you book.

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