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Parent & Baby Lessons

A Safe and Fun Introduction to Swimming

SwimWay’s Parent & Baby lessons are the perfect way to introduce your little one to the water. Designed for babies and toddlers aged 3 to 36 months, these small classes combine safety, fun, and expert guidance. Each session offers plenty of bonding time while helping your child build water confidence from the very beginning.

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What to Expect

Our progressive programme takes babies and toddlers step by step through the foundations of swimming. In every class, you’ll enjoy:

  • Gentle, structured activities that develop water safety and awareness
  • Support for your child’s physical development (muscles, coordination, motor skills)
  • Activities that encourage speech, language, and listening skills
  • Quality bonding time between parent and child
  • A friendly, social environment for parents and carers

You don’t need any prior swimming experience — our instructors guide you through every step, giving you confidence in the water as your child learns.

Find Your Nearest Pool

SwimWay swimming lessons take place across South West London & Kensington in warm, well-maintained pools that are perfect for learning. Use our map and postcode search to find the pool closest to you and start your swimming journey today.

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Why Choose SwimWay?

  • Small class sizes for maximum support and safety
  • Highly trained instructors in the water with you
  • A proven, progressive programme for babies and toddlers
  • Warm, welcoming pools across London
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TrustScore 4.9 | 283 reviews
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Leigh

Fantastic instructor, my daughter progressed so well with her. She's been super patient and gets straight down to it so they really get the most of the lesson time. My daughter loves her lessons and it's never been a chore getting her to go!!

Iza

We have been absolutely delighted with our teacher in Clapham. We began lessons when our daughter was just four months old, and the progress has been incredible. Today, she is completely confident in the water — happily jumping in, diving, and thoroughly enjoying her swimming sessions...

Alix

The girls have absolutely loved their week long summer course. They’ve come on so much and the coaches were brilliant, dedicated and very encouraging! Thank you SwimWay!

Laurent

We have been with SwimWay for several years now, currently at Kew Gardens Pool. Our son has autism and loves swimming there, not just learning to swim but having lots of fun too. It's a great venue and the instructor is excellent with lots of enthusiasm (and patience!) with our son...

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Parent & Baby Programme

Our lessons are carefully structured into five stages of development, so babies and toddlers can progress at their own pace. The classes are progressive with a strong emphasis for the children to have fun, while developing several important factors including:

  • Water safety and awareness
  • Physical development (muscular, neurological, cardio vascular, coordination, motor skills)
  • Speech and language skills
  • Bonding for both baby and adult
  • Confidence and self-esteem
  • Adult self-assurance, supporting the baby in and around water
  • Learning skills (sharing, taking turns, following instructions)
  • Gentle exercise and social activity for new mums
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Autumn 2025

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  • Term DatesSep 1st-Dec 14th
  • Half Term BreakOct 27th-Nov 2nd
  • Xmas HolidaysDec 15th-Dec 19th

Spring 2026

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  • Term DatesJan 5th-Mar 29th
  • Half Term BreakFeb 16th-Feb 22nd
  • Easter HolidaysMar 30th-Apr 10th