Swimkidz are proud to say that they have successfully taught thousands of babies & children to swim and experience the joys of water!

Our classes differ from traditional swimming lessons in terms of content, delivery, and the venues we use. We only use warm water pools and babies can join us from birth in our hydro pools. Not only do we emphasise on the fun element we have ensured that every course is carefully structured, with progressive lesson plans for each week so skills are consolidated and built upon.

Our amazing fully qualified world class trained instructors work hard to ensure every moment spent in your lessons is fun filled and memorable. We carefully explain exactly what we are doing and why with clear demonstrations, this is because in effect we are teaching you to teach your little one. All our lessons are baby led.
Your baby will feel at ease swimming both on the surface and below the water sensing a calm and holistic atmosphere as they swim unrestricted in their wonderful watery world. There are so many health benefits to early swimming including motor and neurological development. Research has suggested that babies who participate in swimming are often more alert for their age and have better eating and sleeping patterns. So not only are you having an amazing time in the pool you are aiding your child’s future development.
Once your child has completed our baby programme, they can progress into our amazing toddler lessons. If you have not participated in swimming before with your little one you will still be able to join us. Classes are structured on ability as well as age taking into consideration each individual child’s needs.


These levels will further develop their core aquatic skills, essential to learning to swim independently. Every song and activity will lead to more independence, encourage increased arm, and leg movements in the water, now you will see them achieve short unaided swims. Activities are progressive and with your help they will learn through guided play and problem solving to initiate new tasks and be more creative. Our unique and innovative practices engage your toddler’s imagination and allow them to explore new experiences. From blowing bubbles rhythmically to practices that lead to ‘roll to breathe’ (turning the head to take a breath), these are essential skills in learning front crawl.
Children can swim independently without a parent in the pool around their fourth birthday. We realise that each child will be at distinct stages of their swimming journey so if your child has no swimming experience, we may recommend a transitional class to prepare them for the next step.

The criteria for swimming without a parent are that your child is happy and content in the water without you and can swim on a noodle without being held for support on both their front and back.

Working toward the national and international plan for teaching swimming our structured programme is about developing confident and competent swimmers in a fun and challenging way.

Our framework sets out 8 distinct stages- with clear targets for the swimmers to achieve with a badge and certificate to award them as they move onto the next stage. There are steppingstones to our Swimming Pathway which allows for children to achieve Distance and Water Skills badges, ideal for those who are taking a little longer to achieve a more challenging task.

Every stage we teach safe entries and exits to the pool, floatation, balance, rotation, orientation, aquatic breathing, streamlining, water safety, travel, and coordination. All of these are essential skills to improving swimming strokes.

Swimming lessons for babies, toddlers & children 3 months to 10 years. Lessons are fun & progressive and taught by highly trained teachers across Surrey & Berkshire.

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