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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.

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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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Mathilde
Children's Term Time Lessons

My child loves swimming at SwimWay and has made impressive progress. Thank you very much!

Katherine
Children's Parent & Baby Lessons

I just wanted to tell you how much my son is enjoying swimming and how great his instructor has been. He has always been afraid of water and she has been so patient in working with him - he's made so much progress!

Sara
Children's Holiday Lessons

My daughter has been doing the intensive course this week and I just wanted to let you know that our instructor is absolutely amazing with her! I have seen such an improvement over the week and really I wanted to let you know she has been superb in her teaching style, she is very experienced and very kind and my daughter loves her. She is wonderful – you guys all are – you have always been so professional, quick to respond and so helpful with all of our bookings. Thank you!

Rachel
Children's Pre-Club Lessons

My daughter had her trial at Ealing last night, and has been accepted to join the club! She showed them her front crawl, back stroke and breast stroke, along with some lovely tumble turns. They commented on her good technique, and were really impressed with how she swam - which really is thanks to her SwimWay instructors because they have done a fabulous job in training her. She is super happy and proud of herself, so thank you SO MUCH for all your advice and support.

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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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Summer 2026

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  • Term DatesApr 13th-Jul 19th
  • Half Term BreakMay 25th-May 31st
  • Summer HolidaysJul 20th-Aug 28th

Autumn 2026

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  • Term DatesSep 7th-Dec 20th
  • Half Term BreakOct 26th-Nov 1st