
Introduce your little one to the water from an early age, with so many sensory and developmental benefits.
Suitable from 3 months until age one, you can connect with your baby whilst they discover the water and build confidence.

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As your little one is gaining independence you can enjoy watching their confidence develop as we get them ready for the transition to group lessons from age three in learn to swim!
We welcome little swimmers from 3 months to 3 years old in our Parent & Toddler classes.
It’s never too early to introduce your child to the water in a positive way.
Early exposure helps build comfort, trust, and lifelong water confidence.
Yes! A parent or guardian joins their child in the pool for every class.
Your presence helps your little one feel safe and supported while our instructors guide you through activities, holds, and skill-building exercises.
Our focus is on:
At this stage, we are building foundations — not independent swimming.
Completely normal — and very common ❤️
New environments can feel overwhelming at first. Our instructors are patient, encouraging, and experienced in helping little ones adjust. Most children become more comfortable after a few lessons.
We always encourage a calm, positive approach — children feel what we feel!
Pro tip: Bring a snack for after class — swimming builds big appetites!
Pro tip: Wrap your baby's clothes for after the class in a hot water bottle!
Early swim exposure:
Most importantly, it helps children feel that the water is a safe and fun place to be.
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