Fun, supportive baby swim lessons designed to help kids build water confidence from their very first splash. Through sensory play, songs and structured activities, babies and toddlers begin developing essential water skills in a safe and welcoming environment.
Building confidence through every splash
Our Baby Swim programme gently introduces little ones to the water through safe, structured and fun lessons, with progression built in to build confidence for both babies and parents.
Water confidence
Helping babies and toddlers feel comfortable and relaxed in the water.
Early water skills
Introducing movement, floating and basic water awareness through guided activities.
Parent and child bonding
Encouraging interaction, trust and shared experiences through supported lessons.
Sensory development
Using songs, nursery rhymes, toys and activities to create an engaging and stimulating environment.
What to expect
Each Baby Swim lesson includes 30 minutes in the water, guided by dedicated swim teachers in a warm, family-friendly environment. With only 6 swimmers in each session, our lessons are carefully structured to support confidence, comfort and progression at your child’s pace. After each lesson, parents can take part in Splosh’s Chat, a dedicated 10-minute feedback session with your teacher to discuss progress, development and next steps.
Meet Splosh
and friends
Splosh, Splish and Dive help guide kids through their swim journey, creating a fun and engaging experience that supports learning and confidence in the water. Alongside Team Splosh, children progress through structured stages while enjoying a rewarding introduction to fitness and water safety.
Lesson stages
0-9 Months
Pool Pals
This is the start of an amazing journey where babies are introduced to the world of water. Through play, they will build water confidence and immerse themselves in the sensory experience of the pool.
9-24 Months
Super Splashers
Continuing their journey, group activities support social development through play and guided discovery. Your child will start to move their arms and legs in the water, as well as develop their floating skills.
24-36 Months
Water Wonders
Now is the time for your child to embrace the adventure of becoming more independent with less immediate support. Through play and exploration, they will become more confident in the water as they start developing their breathing skills.
3-4 Years
Early Explorers
It's time for your child to start exploring the water more, with partial support from parent or guardian in the water. Our lessons become more structured, and your child will begin to learn how to move and travel through the water in different directions, go under the water, float on their front and back, as well as travelling 10m without support.
Splish.
Splash.
Splosh.
Splish. Splash. Splosh.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Lessons take place in the warm, shallow, family pool.
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30 minutes in the water, plus an optional 10-minute Splosh’s Chat feedback.
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Yes, including level completion certificates and Swimmer of the Week awards.
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Swim England framework.
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Towels
Swim nappies
Swimwear (Child and Adult)
Goggles (optional)
Padlock
Toys
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Qualified teachers, lifeguards on duty, and regular water quality checks.
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All lessons are group-based with a maximum of 6 swimmers per class. We keep our classes small to ensure maximum time with each child.
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Yes, you will be in the water with your baby or toddler. Baby Swim offers a chance for parent and child bonding, as well as build your child’s confidence in the water.
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Baby Swim is more than just baby swimming lessons. The lessons provide your baby or toddler the opportunity to build water confidence, bonding with you, all whilst having fun in the water. All lessons include sensory toys and songs to support development and motor skills.
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Your child will master arm and leg movements in the water, develop front and back floating, practice breathing techniques, and progress to swimming 10 metres without support.
Ready to start your baby’s swim journey?
Find your nearest Swim Academy location and explore available Baby Swim lessons today.