Baby & Toddler Swimming Lessons in Leeds (From 6 Months)

At Swimbrite Swimming School, our Baby & Toddler swimming lessons provide a calm, supportive introduction to the water — helping little ones build confidence while parents feel reassured and involved.

Through songs, play and gentle guided movement, we create a positive first experience that lays the foundations for lifelong water confidence.

No pressure · Parent in the water · Small, calm groups

A Gentle Start to Swimming

Your baby’s first experience in the pool should feel safe, relaxed and enjoyable.

Our Baby Aquatots programme is designed around confidence first, allowing babies and toddlers to explore the water at their own pace in a warm, welcoming environment.

There’s no pressure to perform — just encouragement, repetition and plenty of smiles.

What Happens in a Baby & Toddler Lesson?

Each session is carefully structured and led by experienced baby-swim instructors.

During lessons, you and your child will:

Use songs, toys and routines to build familiarity
Learn gentle floating and supported movement
Develop early breath control and water awareness
Build trust and confidence through repetition

Parents are always in the water, supporting and sharing the experience with their child.

Baby & Toddler Age Groups

We offer two dedicated age groups to ensure lessons are developmentally appropriate.

Our team will always help guide you to the most suitable group for your child.

👶6–17 Months

• Sensory play and water familiarisation

• Gentle supported floating and movement

• Focus on comfort, trust and bonding

🧒18 Months – 3 Years

• Increased independence and confidence

• More active movement and exploration

• Early swimming skills introduced through play

Lesson length:

30 minutes

Class size:

Small, calm parent-and-baby groups

Why Parents Choose SwimBrite

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Strengthens the parent–child bond
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Fun, playful lessons using songs and games
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Warm, comfortable pools ideal for young swimmers
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Friendly, qualified baby-swim instructors
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Calm, pressure-free learning environment

Every child develops differently — and our lessons respect that.

Where Baby & Toddler Lessons Take Place

Our Baby & Toddler swimming lessons run at carefully selected venues with warm water and family-friendly facilities:

Village Hotel, Headingley
Mercure Parkway Hotel, Bramhope
Woodhouse Grove School, Bradford

All venues include suitable changing facilities and free parking.

Baby Swimming FAQs

No. You’ll always be standing in shallow water, with full guidance from our instructors.
A double-layer swim nappy system (disposable plus reusable) is required.
This is completely normal. Our instructors will help you settle your baby, and you’re never pressured to continue if they need a break.
Yes. Our lessons are designed around safety, warmth and gentle progression.

Whether it’s your baby’s very first splash or the next step in their swimming journey, our friendly team is here to help.