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The Maqam Centre

πŸ“ London, Greater London

β˜…4.3(179 Google reviews)πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Family swimming centre in London with a heated indoor pool, Swimming Nature lessons from babies to adults, parent-baby classes from 3 months, a Scandinavian-inspired cafe with play area, and a yoga studio. Pram-friendly throughout.

βœ“ Professional swim instructorsβœ“ Heated indoor poolβœ“ Family cafe with play areaβœ“ Good for beginnersβœ“ Parent-baby classesβœ“ Pram friendly
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I recently enrolled in swimming lessons at Maqam Centre and had a great experience. The instructors are friendly, patient, and very professional. They explain techniques clearly and create a comfortable environment, especially for beginners. The pool is clean , actually the whole place is CLEAN and well-maintained. I’ve seen real improvement in my confidence and swimming skills. Highly recommended for both kids and adults looking to learn or improve their swimming!

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

The Maqam Centre is best for families committed to structured swimming lessons, particularly those with babies or beginners. The quality of instruction varies by teacher, so ask specifically about your assigned instructor before enrolling for a term. The warm pool temperature may not suit children prone to ear infections for regular long sessions.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Ask which instructor will teach your child before booking a full term β€” quality varies
⏰Parent-baby lessons are available from 3 months old
🎟️The cafe has a children's play area and reading corner β€” useful for siblings waiting
πŸš—The pool runs at a high temperature β€” factor this in for children with ear sensitivity

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.3
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179 Google reviews

Clean facilities throughout40%
Professional and patient instructors35%
Good for babies and beginners15%
Pool temperature notes10%
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Nidaa

9 months ago

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β€œI recently enrolled in swimming lessons at Maqam Centre and had a great experience. The instructors are friendly, patient, and very professional. They explain techniques clearly and create a comfortable environment, especially for beginners. The pool is clean , actually the whole place is CLEAN and well-maintained. I’ve seen real improvement in my confidence and swimming skills. Highly recommended for both kids and adults looking to learn or improve their swimming!”

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Danielle Mercey

6 months ago

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β€œI have just started swimming lessons with my 2 year old granddaughter and I really wanted to say what a fantastic place the Maqam Centre is. The reception staff are friendly, helpful and very encouraging. The facilities are truly excellent and cannot be faulted. Our instructor, Alejandro is superb. The lesson was fun and engaging and my granddaughter can't wait to go back for the next one. Thank you all!”

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Natalia Taumaturgo Bento

4 months ago

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β€œI live in Kilburn and I got to know Maqam Centre due to Thais Turri classes. She is a very dedicated teacher, keen to details and in providing new ways to make our bodies strength and healthy. I am very happy having a teacher like her close to where I live. The Maqam receptionists are always very kind as well.”

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Food Critic

a month ago

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β€œBrought my son for swimming lessons weekly for a least two years but sadly had to cut my term short after a couple of sessions after an altercation with my sons swimming teacher who was speaking very coldly to my son who was crying in the water after feeling he was going to sink in the water from the way the teacher was holding him which made my lose contact in the swimming teacher’s abilities to teach a toddler. The management didn’t seem bothered in my opinion either to enquire as to the incident as to why I cancelled the term classes after that so nothing more was done to rectify in my opinion. My priority was for my son’s wellbeing and am looking for an alternative swimming school nearby who can take him mid term.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

The Maqam Centre combines a heated indoor pool with a full family programme. Swimming Nature delivers lessons across all ability levels, including parent-baby sessions starting from 3 months and private one-to-one tuition. The AN Other Cup Cafe has a children's play area and reading corner with outdoor terrace seating. A yoga and pilates studio runs alongside. Birthday party hosting is available. The pool runs warm β€” reviewers note the high temperature affects suitability for long sessions.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday09:00 – 21:00
Wednesday09:00 – 21:00
Thursday09:00 – 21:00
Friday09:00 – 21:00
Saturday09:00 – 21:00
Sunday09:00 – 18:00

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