Private Diving Lessons
Private diving lessons are a one-to-one coaching session designed to build confidence, technique, and safety on the 1 m or 3 m springboards and platforms. Led exclusively by qualified coaches, the lesson focuses on fundamentals such as body positioning, take-off, balance, and clean water entry, with exercises tailored to the diver’s ability and goals.
Training can include both springboard and platform work, providing a supportive, controlled environment ideal for beginners learning their first jumps or divers refining specific skills at height.
One-to-One Diving Coaching
Our private diving sessions provide a fully personalised approach to learning and improving in the water.
Working one-on-one with an experienced coach, each session is tailored to the individual—whether you’re starting out or looking to refine specific skills. From building confidence on the board to developing clean technique and advanced dives, our coaching is designed to support steady, measurable progress.
Suitable for both children and adults, these sessions cater to all levels—from complete beginners and nervous first-timers to those preparing for competition or perfecting their form. Whatever your goal, our coaching team will guide you every step of the way.
Our Private Lessons
- Private diving lessons cost €50 and are 30 minutes in duration.
- Participants must be at least 6 years old to attend a private diving lesson and competent at swimming unaided in deep water (no goggles or floatation devices).
- All our private diving lessons are booked at a depth of 5m.
- All lessons are 30 minutes in duration, this will include Coach feedback.
- All bookings will close 48 hours before the selected lesson commences.
- If you need to cancel or reschedule a private diving lesson booking for any reason, you must notify our sales by phone or email at a minimum of 48 hours in advance. The sales team can be contacted on 01-6464300 or email sales@sportirelandcampus.ie
- All bookings are made on a one-off basis. The times of lessons may very week to week.
- All lessons will take place in the diving pool.
- Entry is permitted to public changing rooms 15 minutes prior to lesson start time
Private Diving Coaching
Our private diving sessions are led by highly qualified, experienced coaches who are passionate about developing each athlete’s potential. With a strong emphasis on technique, confidence, and progression, every session is tailored to the individual, ensuring a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience.
Combining expert coaching with access to top-tier facilities, our programme provides a personalised training environment designed to accelerate improvement and build skill at every level. Whether refining fundamentals or advancing competitive performance, our private coaching offers a standard of excellence that sets it apart.
World Class Facilities
The Sport Ireland Campus Swim Lessons are held in the state-of-the-art Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre. This is Ireland's national swimming centre and is not only built to Olympic standards but was also home to the 2003 Special Olympics Pool swimming and diving events, and more recently the 2023 LEN European U23 Swimming Championships.
The swim lessons are held in a 10-lane 50-metre x 25-metre international-standard swimming pool with two moveable floors which allow our coaches to cater for all ability levels during our swimming lessons.
For parents, the swimming lessons are viewable from any of the 2,500 seats around the pool and there is also an on-site Café and Restaurant.
Coaches Available to Book with:
Sara
Sara is a highly qualified coach with ten years of professional experience in diving, including her time as a member of the Polish National Diving Team, where she achieved success at national and international level.
She delivers clear, supportive, and technique-focused lessons, combining her high-performance background with physiotherapy expertise to help swimmers and divers progress safely and confidently. Her sessions are personalised, structured, and tailored to all levels—from beginners to aspiring divers.
Qualifications: Swim Ireland Level 2 Swimming Teacher | Level 2 Diving Coach | Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy
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Anna
Anna is a highly accomplished Level 2 Diving Coach and Level 2 Swim Teacher with a lifelong passion for aquatic sports, having swum from age 4 and dived from age 6.
She is known for her warm, inclusive coaching style, creating a safe and supportive environment where swimmers and divers can build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy their progress. Her sessions are engaging, well-structured, and tailored to help each individual succeed.
Qualifications: Level 2 Swim Teacher | Level 2 Diving Coach | Rookie Lifeguard
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Connor
Connor is a dedicated Level 2 Diving Coach and Level 2 Swim Instructor with strong technical expertise and a genuine passion for athlete development.
He is known for his patient, supportive coaching style, focusing on strong fundamentals and building confidence in a positive, structured environment. Connor creates engaging, well-planned sessions tailored to each individual, whether they are learning new skills or refining advanced techniques.
He has also supported athletes at both local and international competitions and gained valuable experience early in his career working alongside experienced coaches and Irish Olympians.
Qualifications: Level 2 Swim Instructor | Level 2 Diving Coach
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Jess
Jessica is an experienced Level 2 Diving Coach and Level 1 Swim Teacher with over a decade of competitive diving experience. She began diving at age 8 and competed at both national and international level, developing strong technical and performance knowledge.
Now in her third year coaching at the Sport Ireland Campus, she is known for her calm, supportive approach and ability to work with all levels—from beginners to advanced athletes. Her coaching focuses on strong technique, confidence, and enjoyment of the sport.
Athletes and parents value her encouraging manner and attention to detail, creating a positive environment where divers can progress at their own pace.
Qualifications:
Level 1 & Level 2 Diving Coach | Level 1 & Level 2 Swim Instructor | Rookie Lifeguard Qualified
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