Meet Dominique
Hello, and welcome to Float & Flourish!
I'm Dominique, founder of Float & Flourish and a qualified swimming teacher specialising in babies, toddlers and young children.
Swimming has the power to build confidence, create precious family memories and, most importantly, equip children with a skill that could one day save their life. I believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn in a safe, supportive and enjoyable environment where they feel encouraged to explore, grow and flourish at their own pace.
As a mum of two young boys, I understand how important it is to find activities where children feel happy and parents feel welcomed. I know that every child is different, and there is no such thing as a "one size fits all" approach to learning. Some children are eager to jump straight in, while others need a little more time and reassurance—and that's absolutely okay.
After several years of teaching swimming, I decided to create Float & Flourish so I could build the kind of swim school I had always imagined. A place where children are never rushed, where lessons are full of smiles, songs, games and imagination, and where building confidence is just as important as learning swimming skills.
My lessons are play-based, engaging and carefully planned to support each child's development. Through fun themes, repetition and positive encouragement, children develop water confidence, independence and strong swimming foundations that will stay with them for years to come. Every achievement is celebrated, whether it's the very first splash, blowing bubbles for the first time or swimming independently across the pool.
Qualifications & Experience
I am proud to hold the following qualifications:
Swim England Level 2 Swimming Teacher
Swim England Level 2 Teaching Swimming to Babies and Toddlers
AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional
STA Rescue Award for Teachers
Since qualifying, I have taught babies, toddlers, preschool children, school-age children and adults across a variety of learn-to-swim programmes. This experience has helped me develop a patient, supportive teaching style that focuses on helping every swimmer reach their potential while enjoying the journey.
What you can expect at Float & Flourish
At Float & Flourish, every lesson is built around a few simple principles:
Safety always comes first.
Every child learns at their own pace.
Learning should be fun and engaging.
Confidence comes before perfection.
Parents are partners in their child's swimming journey.
Every milestone is worth celebrating.
Whether your child is experiencing the water for the very first time or developing the skills needed to become a confident swimmer, my goal is the same: to help them leave every lesson smiling, feeling proud of themselves and excited to come back the following week.
I can't wait to welcome you and your family to Float & Flourish.