

Zichen International Swim School
(ZISS)
Let's start your professional swimming journey!


ABOUT ZISS
ZISS is an international premium swimming school offering a variety of high-level professional programs, from beginner to advanced. The school was founded by the Head Coach of Oxford University, who brings extensive experience as a former international swimmer.
Our programs feature long, high-quality sessions in small groups with a strong emphasis on technique. Students benefit from proven teaching methods, experienced coaching staff, well-structured lesson plans, and a supportive training environment designed to ensure rapid progress. Because we value the time of both parents and students, we offer a flexible training schedule, including weekend sessions.
As one of the leading professional swimming schools in the UK, our mission is not only to develop excellent swimming technique, but also to ensure that every swimmer grows in confidence, skill, and enjoyment of the sport.
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PRINCIPLES OF OUR SWIM SCHOOL
Professionalism
Progression
Technique
Confidence
Premium Service
Performance Teaching
MEET OUR STAFF
Zichen Liu
Founder and Head Coach
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ASA Level 3 Senior Swimming Coach
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Swim England Talent Skill Coach
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Head Coach at University of Oxford Swimming
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Performance Coach at Abingdon Vale SC
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Senior Swimming Coach at Abingdon School
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Has coached and produced multiple regional, national and international swimmers.
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Ex Professional International Swimmer
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Finalist at the Asian Games.
ASA Level 2 Senior Teacher
Jen Brown
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Swim England level 2 Swimming Teacher
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Level 3 Education and Training Award
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Fin2fit monofin instructor
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Rookie lifeguard instructor
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Over 10 years teaching experience in swimming
Elizabeth Basterfield
ASA Level 2 Senior Teacher
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A highly competent and reliable individual with over 15 years of experience working alongside swimmers and coaches at all levels.
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Excellent performance at county, regional, and nationals levels with a proven track record and results.
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Tracking swimmers through the learn to swim school onto development through to county, regional and then onto national level.
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A genuinely passionate coach with a hands-on approach and the determination to achieve the best for the swimmers and club.



