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Water Babies 💦 Water Babies South Manchester
📍 Didsbury, Flixton, High Peak, Gorton, Timperley
🌐 www.waterbabies.co.uk/baby-swimming/manchester-south

We teach water confidence and safety skills to babies and toddlers

📣 Did you know we have a REFER A FRIEND scheme? And because we love our customers very much, when you refer a friend, yo...
06/10/2026

📣 Did you know we have a REFER A FRIEND scheme? And because we love our customers very much, when you refer a friend, you BOTH receive a FREE LESSON! It's worth shouting about!! 🎉

When we ask our new customers how they heard about Water Babies, word of mouth is usually the answer. You know someone who has been doing Water Babies with their child and they have told you how brilliant we are! So we want to reward you for your fabulous honesty. 😎

How does it work?

1️⃣ Your friend states your name when they book on to their new class.
2️⃣ You contact our office to let us know the name of who you referred.
3️⃣ We apply the free lesson discount to the next monthly bill for you and your friend.

Classes are available from birth, subject to availability. Each customer can refer up to five friends, who must state your name when they complete their bookings!

Thank you for recommending us to your friends! 💙🧡

💙🧡 Happy World Teachers' Day! 💙🧡 A huge thank you to our wonderful teaching team - Jenny, Sarah, Jess, Becky, Gabby and ...
05/10/2026

💙🧡 Happy World Teachers' Day! 💙🧡

A huge thank you to our wonderful teaching team - Jenny, Sarah, Jess, Becky, Gabby and Vicki! 🎓

We have the privilege of being many of your children's first ever teachers, which is such a nice part of this job! We hope you enjoy coming to our lessons as much as we enjoy teaching your little ones! 💦

Come along to our next photoshoot and you'll have all your very cool images in time for Christmas! 💦📸 If you love our le...
30/09/2026

Come along to our next photoshoot and you'll have all your very cool images in time for Christmas! 💦📸

If you love our lessons and the time you get to spend with your little one in the water each week, the photoshoot is a lovely way to remember this stage of your parenting journey.

It's also a great way for your little one to show off the amazing swimming skills they have developed through our classes! 💪

We aim to get you around 9 photos from 3 underwater swims, and if you choose a family shoot we'll aim to get a few different shots so long as the little ones are happy! The price includes all your digital images, too!

📅 Saturday 21st November
📍 Delamere School, Flixton
⏰ Slots from 10am
🏷️ £99 for just your little one, or £149 to make it a family shoot with siblings and/or parents

To book just email us on [email protected], call us on 0161 928 6385, or speak to your teacher! 🫧

What better time to start swimming lessons than the autumn months, when you need a few more indoor plans to keep them en...
29/09/2026

What better time to start swimming lessons than the autumn months, when you need a few more indoor plans to keep them entertained as the weather is turning! 🍂🎃

If you're not swimming with us yet, we have limited spaces to join Water Babies in October, from newborn babies all the way up to age 5. 💦

We teach a skill for life, ensuring little ones learn water safety as well as having lots of fun in our lessons! We have three-year-olds who can swim 5m completely unaided - what we do works! ✅

Click the link in our bio to find a class near you, and we'll see you in the pool soon! 💙🧡

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! 💙🧡

17/09/2026

We sat poolside with David before the summer holidays, prepared him for his Netflix documentary on life as a Water Babies franchisee, then asked him some questions!

Teaching your children really is the best job in the whole world! We are very privileged to help them learn and to help your whole family develop a lifelong love of the water! 💦

Thank you for choosing us! 💙🧡

💦 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! 💙🧡

Our next underwater photoshoot is coming up soon! And with the date of this one, you'll have all your images in time for...
15/09/2026

Our next underwater photoshoot is coming up soon! And with the date of this one, you'll have all your images in time for Christmas! 📸🎉

Details:
📅 Saturday 21st November
📍 Delamere School, Flixton
⏰ Slots from 10am
🏷️ £99 for the shoot and all your digital images
➕ Add other family members for a £50 supplement!

This is really a highlight of the Water Babies experience and a way to capture these early swimming memories, and your pride at your child's skills! 💦

To book:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 0161 928 6385
🗨️ Chat to your teacher and we'll arrange a call back!

We hope to see you in the water! 🫧

❤️ "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

Our Sarah and David went to John Lewis Cheadle last night for the ever-popular All Things Bump To Baby event! 🫄➡️👶 This ...
11/09/2026

Our Sarah and David went to John Lewis Cheadle last night for the ever-popular All Things Bump To Baby event! 🫄➡️👶 This is event is fab if you are expecting - we highly recommend it!

They spoke to lots of expectant parents about the many benefits of baby swimming and starting our lessons young. This is very relevant during !

Introducing babies to swimming is so good for so many reasons - they literally take to it like fish when they are little! 🐠

We hope to see some of you in our classes over the next few months! If you are expecting and know you want to start lessons when your little one is here, you can click the link in our bio to send an enquiry. 🔗

We regularly email new timetables to the mailing list, so when you are ready to start and see a class that suits you, we'll be ready to welcome you! 💙🧡

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/

National Baby Swimming Week is in full swing! This week, our lessons have a focus on the many benefits of learning to sw...
08/09/2026

National Baby Swimming Week is in full swing!

This week, our lessons have a focus on the many benefits of learning to swim from a young age as we celebrate our swimmers and their amazing skills in the water. 💦

Be sure to collect your sticker from your teacher for this year's National Baby Swimming Week! 💙🧡

What a great weekend! ✨ We had a bunch of new swimmers join us over the last few days, some of whom experienced their fi...
06/09/2026

What a great weekend! ✨

We had a bunch of new swimmers join us over the last few days, some of whom experienced their first time in a swimmIng pool with us! 💦

It's also been amazing to see familiar faces back to lessons, many of whom have started new schools or nurseries and were excited to tell us all about it!

Thank you to all our parents and carers who trust us to teach your children to swim. We are so proud to do what we do! 💙🧡

03/09/2026

It was wonderful to see all the Delamere swimmers today, and to welcome some new friends to our lessons, too!

We hope you all enjoyed your time in the pool! 💙🧡

If you want to get signed up, don't delay! Our September spaces are filling fast. Click the link in bio to send us an enquiry. 🔗

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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