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Water Babies Baby and Toddler Swimming Lessons We teach water confidence and safety skills to babies and toddlers

28/09/2026

💦 Confidence doesn't happen overnight. It's built one kick, splash and achievement at a time.

Our expert teachers support children as they take greater ownership of their swimming, helping them develop the skills, resilience and self-belief needed to swim independently.

These are the moments that prepare our swimmers for the next stage in their Water Babies journey: Swimvincible. 🎉

Designed for children aged 4+, our Swimvincible programme helps young swimmers take everything they've learned so far and turn confidence into true independence in the water.

Ready to see where your little one's swimming journey could take them? Visit 👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/lessons/swimvincible/ to learn more about Swimvincible 💙🧡

25/09/2026

1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ Swim! 💦

Every splash builds confidence.

Our 1, 2, 3 Swims help little ones develop independence in the water, strengthen their swimming skills and grow their water confidence from the very beginning.

Ready to dive in? Find your nearest class today 💙🧡

👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/

🤔 Has your little one come back to swimming after the summer break and suddenly seems a bit unsure in the water?First th...
23/09/2026

🤔 Has your little one come back to swimming after the summer break and suddenly seems a bit unsure in the water?

First things first, take a deep breath. This is incredibly common.

Many babies and toddlers go through what's known as the "water wobbles". It's a completely normal part of their development as they become more aware of the world around them and start seeking reassurance from the people they trust most. ❤️

The most important thing to remember? You're not doing anything wrong, and your child isn't going backwards. With patience, encouragement and plenty of smiles, most children soon rediscover the confidence and joy they had in the water before. 💦

Need a little extra reassurance? Our blog is packed with tips to help little ones work through the water wobbles. Click the link below to read it now.

👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/blog/how-to-help-your-baby-overcome-the-water-wobbles/

You've got this. And we've got you. 💙🧡

💦 Some of our favourite Water Babies memories happen beneath the surface 📸 From first underwater swims to confident pose...
21/09/2026

💦 Some of our favourite Water Babies memories happen beneath the surface 📸

From first underwater swims to confident poses, every image captured at our underwater photoshoots tells a story.

We'd love to see yours!

Share your favourite underwater photoshoot image in the comments and let's celebrate all those incredible moments together 👇

Warning: the comments are about to get VERY cute. 🥹💙🧡

Want to know more about underwater photogrpahy at Water Babies? Visit 👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/lessons/underwater-photoshoot/

18/09/2026

👶 And that's a wrap on National Baby Swimming Week 2026! 💦

As we bring this special milestone campaign to a close, we'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported over the past decade. From our incredible families, teachers and franchisees to our partners, advocates and supporters, you've helped us shine a spotlight on the many benefits of baby and toddler swimming.

🎉 Today, around 40,000 little ones swim with Water Babies every week across the UK, and we're so proud to be helping families raise happy, confident and water-safe children.

Ready to start your own swimming journey? Tap the link in our bio to find your nearest class now! 💙🧡

💦 Start their swimming journey from the very beginning 💦At Water Babies, babies start their adventure in Team Pearl, whe...
16/09/2026

💦 Start their swimming journey from the very beginning 💦

At Water Babies, babies start their adventure in Team Pearl, where they begin building confidence, developing key water safety skills and creating positive associations with the water during some of the most important stages of their development.

From those first splashes as a baby through to becoming a confident, capable and competent Swimvincible, our programme supports children every step of the way, with 10 progressive teams designed to grow alongside them.

Swipe to discover what your little one can learn at every stage of their Water Babies journey. 👶➡️🏊

Ready to give your little one the best possible start in the water? There's no better time to begin than babyhood, when confidence, skills and a love of swimming can develop naturally from day one.

Visit 👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/ to start your Water Babies jounrey now! 💙🧡

❤️ "What I never could have imagined was how much freedom being in the water would give Phoenix."When Phoenix joined  ju...
14/09/2026

❤️ "What I never could have imagined was how much freedom being in the water would give Phoenix."

When Phoenix joined just before his second birthday, his mum Lauren simply wanted him to feel confident in the water. Born with spina bifida, Phoenix has reduced movement and sensation in his legs and primarily uses a wheelchair and posterior walker. But what started as a way to build water confidence became so much more.

Over the years, Phoenix has gone from strength to strength, developing the confidence and independence to float and swim on his own. For his family, swimming gave him something they never expected: freedom.

Phoenix's story is a powerful reminder of the difference swimming can make for children with disabilities and additional needs. Water is a leveller, creating opportunities for children to move, explore and achieve things that may feel more challenging on land. From building confidence and body awareness to developing vital water safety skills, the benefits can extend far beyond the pool.

That's why, this , we're shining a light on the importance of inclusive swimming lessons and celebrating every child's journey.

Because swimming isn't about comparing children to one another. It's about helping every child build confidence, celebrate their achievements and discover what they're capable of. Whether a child has a physical disability, learning difficulty, developmental difference or requires additional support, the right environment can help them thrive.

Click the link below to discover how swimming can support children with disabilities and additional needs 💙🧡

👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/blog/swimming-lessons-for-children-with-disabilities/

13/09/2026

💦 Celebrating 10 years National Baby Swimming Week with Tom Daley 🎉 ⁠
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For the past decade, National Baby Swimming Week has helped families discover the incredible benefits of introducing little ones to the water from an early age.

To mark this special milestone, Olympic diver and Water Babies dad, , is back to share why teaching your child to swim from a young age is so important.
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Ready to dive in? Visit our website to discover more about the benefits of baby swimming and start your own Water Babies adventure! 💙🧡

👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/national-baby-swimming-week/

👶 The best baby gifts aren't always wrapped. ✨ This  , we're celebrating the experiences that make a real splash.Swimmin...
11/09/2026

👶 The best baby gifts aren't always wrapped. ✨

This , we're celebrating the experiences that make a real splash.

Swimming lessons give new parents so much more than a weekly activity. They create precious bonding time, support little ones' development, build confidence in and around water, and help lay the foundations for a lifelong love of swimming.

And if you're looking for the perfect gift for a new arrival, we've got even better news... 🎁 We proudly accept Little Starts Gift Cards, making it easy to give a gift that creates memories, milestones and skills that last a lifetime.

Because baby grows are lovely...but a skill for life is even better 💙🧡

👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/
👉 https://www.littlestartsgiftcards.com/brands/9990effa-3725-4b73-9b65-5f31c885f9fc/water-babies

10/09/2026

Got questions about swimming lessons or water safety for your little one? 💦👶

As strategic partners, Water Babies and share a common goal: helping families build confidence in and around water from the very start.

To celebrate , Water Babies' Aine and RLSS UK's Nick have come together to answer some of the questions parents ask us most, from when to start lessons to how water safety is taught and why early swimming experiences matter.

Because when it comes to raising confident, water-safe children, knowledge is power.

Watch now and let us know your questions in the comments 👇

Ready to start your Water Babies journey? Click the link below 💙🧡

👉 https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/national-baby-swimming-week/

03/03/2025
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22/03/2024

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23/10/2023

We have an exciting opportunity for our Water Babies customers…💦

On the 26th October, we’ll be running a photo and video shoot with our Head Office Photography team, to trial video at our underwater photoshoots, and capture exciting content of what happens at our photoshoot’s.
As this is a trial, we cannot guarantee what will come out of it, but will try to get you at least one underwater video of your little one to cherish.

The shoot will be running on 26th October at Whitings Hill Primary School, Quinta Drive EN5 2QY. You’ll be given a timeslot between 10pm and 3pm on this, each timeslot being half an hour long.

So, if you’d like at attend, please can you:
Ensure you’re free between 10am and 4pm on 26th October.

DM us or email [email protected] confirming you would like to attend, including your little one’s age

Complete our GDPR consent form to confirm your permission, we may use some of the footage across socials – https://forms.office.com/e/vAM9yvY2YG


This will be on a first come, first serve basis and spaces are limited. So, to avoid disappointment, do let us know if you would like to attend sooner rather than later!

This won’t be your average underwater photoshoot, as you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a possible new underwater product alongside our amazing underwater photography, like our underwater photoshoot you’ll be in the pool together.

You’ll do a warmup with a teacher and then you’ll head over to our underwater studio. Your little one will usually have three submersions, where we’ll capture your baby or toddler swimming underwater but this time it will be filmed rather than photographed, As always, we assess every baby individually and once they’re ready, we’re ready but children must be comfortable doing under water submersion that last around 3 seconds 💙

We have new classes starting in April so call us now to book your place and be swim ready for the summer! 🏖️💦We will tea...
13/04/2023

We have new classes starting in April so call us now to book your place and be swim ready for the summer! 🏖️💦

We will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy the pool together safely from the correct holds and float positions, safety skills such as holding on, monkey monkey, entries and exits, breath control, underwater submersions, kicking and tiger arms and so much more!!!

Our lessons are structured and progressive but mostly lots of fun and they’re taught by the highest trained swimming teachers there are!

We teach 7 days a week across North London at the following venues;

💦Swiss Cottage SEN School NW8 (from birth)
💦 Marriott Regents Park NW3 (from 12 weeks)
💦 Oak lodge Special School N2 (from birth)
💦 Moss Hall Junior School N3 (from 12 weeks)
💦 St John’s Primary School N11 (from 12 weeks)
South Harringay Junior School N4 (from 12 weeks)
💦 Chestnuts Primary School N15 (from 12 weeks)
💦 The Brook Special School N17 (from birth)
💦 Waverley School EN3 (from 12 weeks)
💦 Nuffield Health Hendon NW4(from 12 weeks)
💦 Nuffield Health Brondesbury Park NW2 (from 12 weeks)
💦 Whitings Hill Primary School EN5 (from 12 weeks)

We swim in all warm water pools so they’re the perfect t place to get started on your swimming journey! We can’t wait to talk to you 💦🐳💙🥳

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 020 3617 8823

Hey everyone! We have an exciting opportunity for our Water Babies customers…On Monday 13th February and Tuesday 14th Fe...
07/02/2023

Hey everyone!

We have an exciting opportunity for our Water Babies customers…

On Monday 13th February and Tuesday 14th February, we’ll be running a photo and video shoot with our Head Office Aquatics and Marketing teams, to capture some amazing and inspiring new content of our lessons. And we would love for you to attend!

The shoot will be running on Monday 13th February and Tuesday 14th February at Whitings Hill Primary School, Barnet EN5 2QY. You’ll be given a timeslot between 12pm and 3pm on one of these dates, with each timeslot being half an hour long. A Happy Nappy will also be provided for your little one to wear.

So, if you’d like at attend, please can you:

Ensure you’re free between 12pm and 3pm on Monday 13th February AND Tuesday 14th February
Email the office at [email protected] and confirm you’re able to attend, including your little one’s age and their Happy Nappy size. Include 'PHOTOSHOOT' in the subject line.
Complete our GDPR consent form to confirm your permission – https://forms.office.com/e/kcgr4ksDCL
This will be on a first come, first serve basis and spaces are limited. So to avoid disappointment, do let us know if you would like to attend sooner rather than later! We will then confirm your date and timeslot via email, along with some more information about the shoot location – parking etc.

If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us 📸

You must be swimming with us to attend. 🧡💙⭐️📸⭐️💙🧡

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30/06/2022

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Please sign this petition for a Minister for Children to be appointed. It won’t solve these problems overnight but it’s an important first step.

Every child deserves the best start in life: We need a Cabinet Minister for Children!

Fancy a job that makes you smile every day?
11/05/2022

Fancy a job that makes you smile every day?

From flexible shifts to long term careers in the water, here's everything you need to know about teaching with Water Babies, including training, benefits and how to apply.

Just letting you all know that we still have some places available at Our beautiful warm pools across North London 💦💙🌟Te...
16/02/2022

Just letting you all know that we still have some places available at Our beautiful warm pools across North London 💦💙

🌟Teach your baby to swim🌟local, friendly, award winning classes🌟spaces for 0-1yr olds available now🌟PM us or call 020 3627 8823 now 🌟

Our nurturing and gently structured classes provide the perfect environment for your little one to learn water confidence and vital water safety skills which are key to developing their swimming ability 💦👶🏼

Learning whilst having fun is key to our classes, and our welcoming, highly trained instructors are by your side all the time to support the needs of both you and your little one.

Our classes run in the following areas:

West Finchley
East Finchley
Hendon
Friern Barnet
Barnet
Enfield
Tottenham
South Tottenham
Haringey
Swiss Cottage
Brondesbury Park

If your child is over 1 get in touch as other time slots would be suitable 💦🐳💙

For more details and to book your space contact us on;
☎️ 020 3617 8823
💻 PM us now
📧 [email protected]
Or check out www.Waterbabies.co.uk ☺️☺️

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London

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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+442036178823

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