Why Yio Chu Kang Is a Great Pool for Children Learning to Swim
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 202 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9, Singapore 569771 |
| Pools | 1 competition pool, 1 teaching pool, 1 wading pool |
| Opening hours | Mon, Wed, Fri 6.30am–9.30pm Tue, Sat, Sun 8am–9.30pm Thursday: closed (open public holidays 8am–9.30pm) |
| Admission | Child $0.50 weekday / $0.70 weekend · Adult $1.00 / $1.30 |
| Nearest MRT | Yio Chu Kang MRT (NS15) · Ang Mo Kio MRT (NS16) |
| Lesson fees | Group from $120/month · Private from $400/month |
| Getting here | How |
|---|---|
| By MRT | Yio Chu Kang MRT (NS15) is closest; Ang Mo Kio MRT (NS16) is one stop away on the North–South Line. |
| By car | On-site parking on Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9. |
| Nearby estates | Yio Chu Kang, Seletar Hills, Serangoon Gardens and Sengkang West. The complex sits on Ang Mo Kio Avenue 9. Looking for the Ang Mo Kio Swimming Complex on Ave 1 instead? That is a different pool. |
This is what we are known for. Most schools can teach a willing child to swim. Fewer can get a child into the water who has decided they will not go in.
We do not force progression. No child is dunked, counted down, or pushed under before they are ready. A frightened child does not learn — they brace, hold their breath and wait for the lesson to end. So we start where the child actually is.
Yio Chu Kang helps here. Its dedicated teaching pool and wading pool mean a nervous child starts in shallow water they can stand up in, away from lap swimmers and away from an audience.
And we keep it fun. Games, songs, our swim bands and custom medals — children who enjoy the water come back willing. That is not decoration; it is the mechanism. A child who associates the pool with fun stops bracing, and a child who stops bracing starts floating.
Children who arrive at Yio Chu Kang refusing to put their face in the water routinely finish their first 12-week cycle swimming float-free. If your child has stalled elsewhere, or cries at the changing room door, this is the conversation to have with us.
Our Kids Swimming Lessons at Yio Chu Kang
At Yio Chu Kang ActiveSG Swimming Complex, swimming lessons are at the heart of the aquatic experience. With our team of highly qualified and experienced swimming instructors, the complex offers a diverse range of swimming lessons catering to individuals of all ages and abilities.
From learn-to-swim classes for beginners to stroke improvement courses for more experienced swimmers, our instructors are dedicated to providing personalized guidance and support. Whether you’re taking your first strokes or seeking to refine your techniques, our expert coaches will nurture your swimming abilities, build water confidence, and ensure your safety in the water. Our coaches are also National Registrar of Coaches (NROC) and Tatsuki Japan (TJAP) Certified.
Group Lessons (from 3.5 years)
Six to eight children per coach, running on SwimSafer 2.0 combined with the Tatsuki Japanese methodology. Children progress in 12-week grading cycles, so you get a clear checkpoint on where your child stands.
Every child earns our proprietary swim bands and custom medals as they hit milestones — we are the only school in Singapore running this system.
From $120/month
Private Lessons
One-to-one or private small-group coaching, for children who need a slower pace, a faster one, or focused stroke correction before a grading. Particularly suited to genuinely water-anxious children.
From $400/month
Why Yio Chu Kang Parents Choose Ace Dolphin
We Specialise in the Children Other Schools Gave Up On
Calm and Chill — Not Drills and Shouting
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Graduates
Years of Experience
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OUR COACHES ARE CERTIFIED WITH
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Explore Yio Chu Kang ActiveSG Swimming Complex
Address
Ace Dolphin Swim School
202 Ang Mo Kio Ave 9, Singapore 569771
Operating Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:30am – 9:30pm
Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday 8am – 9:30pm
Thursday CLOSED (except Public Holidays: 8am – 9:30pm)
Facilities
- 1 Competition Pool
- 1 Teaching Pool
- 1 Wading Pool
Admission Fee
Child S$0.50 (Weekdays) S$0.70 (Weekends)
Adult S$1.00 (Weekdays) S$1.30 (Weekends)
Senior Citizen S$0.50 (Weekdays) $0.60 (Weekends)
Nearby MRT Stations
- Yio Chu Kang MRT (NS15)
- Ang Mo Kio MRT (NS16)
Useful Information
CLASS SCHEDULE
| Yio Chu Kang ActiveSG Swimming Complex | |
|---|---|
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Saturday |
09:00AM – 04:30PM |
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Sunday |
09:00AM – 06:00PM |
Enrollment Option
Speak with us to discuss which program at Yio Chu Kang ActiveSG Swimming Complex is right for your child
Private Swimming Lessons at Yio Chu Kang ActiveSG Swimming Complex
For those seeking personalized attention and accelerated progress, our private swimming lessons offer an exclusive one-on-one learning experience. Our highly skilled instructors will design a customized lesson plan based on your unique goals, skill level, and learning style.
Private lessons provide a supportive and focused environment, allowing our instructors to closely assess your technique and provide immediate feedback. Whether you want to overcome a specific challenge, refine your strokes, or build water confidence, private lessons enable you to progress at your pace with the undivided attention of our coaches.
In a private setting, you have the freedom to ask questions, seek guidance, and delve into specific aspects of swimming that matter most to you. The personalized approach of private lessons empowers you to develop your swimming abilities with precision and unlock your full aquatic potential.
Fee: from $400/month
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yio Chu Kang ActiveSG Swimming Complex
From what age can my child start?
From 3.5 years, once they can follow simple instructions. For babies and toddlers under 3, we will match you with a specialist partner school free of charge.
My child is scared of the water. Can you still help?
Yes — this is what we are known for. We do not force progression. Coaches work at your child’s pace, in shallow water, until submerging and floating feel safe. Private lessons often suit highly anxious children best in the early weeks.
Which pool will my child be in?
Beginners start in the shallow teaching or learner water where they can stand comfortably. Children move to the competition pool only once they are confident and swimming independently.
Do you follow the SwimSafer curriculum?
Yes. Our programme runs on SwimSafer 2.0, Singapore’s national water safety framework, as part of 12-week grading cycles.
Is Yio Chu Kang Swimming Complex closed on any day?
Yes — see the opening hours table above. The complex closes one weekday for maintenance, except on public holidays.
How long is each lesson?
Each lesson is 45 minutes.
What should my child bring?
Swimming attire, goggles and a spare change of clothes. The starter kit includes a swim cap and swim board.
Can I watch my child’s lesson?
Yes. There is spectator space on the pool deck and most parents stay. Coaches will give you a read on progress at the end of class.
Swimming Lesson Fees at Yio Chu Kang Swimming Complex
| Class type | Price |
|---|---|
| Kids group swimming lessons | $120 / month |
| Kids private swimming lessons | $320–$400 / month |
| Adult private swimming lessons | $320–$400 / month |
| Ladies private swimming lessons | $320–$400 / month |
| Each additional person in a private lesson | +$20 / month |
| Trial class | Free (usually $30) |
| Starter kit (one time) | $35 |
| Deposit | 1 month |
Lessons run weekly for 45 minutes, roughly four a month, following the schedule we publish at the start of each year. Beginner groups are kept small, typically six children. The deposit is offset against your final month, so it is not an extra cost.
