At Easy2Swim, our Mom or Dad & Me Baby Swim Program is designed to gently introduce babies (ages 6 months to 24 months) to water, helping them develop confidence, essential water safety skills, and a love for swimming in a fun and supportive environment.
We understand that some parents may wonder if this playtime in the water is truly beneficial for their baby's long-term swimming ability. Stick with the program for at least one term, and you'll be amazed at how quickly your child starts picking up aquatic skills, setting the foundation for independent swimming. You and your little one are about to embark on a wonderful journey of discovery that will last a lifetime.
Our age groups are used as a guideline and are flexible based on each child's progress and comfort level. Our experienced swim teachers may recommend moving to a different class that is better suited to your child's needs.
Starting water familiarisation early provides lifelong benefits for your child's safety and confidence
Helps babies feel at ease in the water from an early age, building lifelong confidence and eliminating fear of water.
Teaches key survival skills like floating, holding onto the pool edge, and breath control that could save lives.
Babies who participate transition much more easily to proper swim lessons at age 2 compared to children starting without these foundations.
A wonderful shared experience that builds confidence and trust between parent and child through play and learning.
Each class follows the same format, gradually working through essential water skills tailored to your baby's age and abilities:
Safe, comfortable techniques for entering the pool
Fun water play to develop breath control
Back and front floating with parent assistance
Holding onto edges and safe pool exits
Gradual underwater introduction based on comfort
Basic swimming motions and movements
Fun activities to encourage engagement
Building comfort through positive experiences
Remember: Every baby progresses at their own pace. Our experienced instructors adapt activities to match your child's comfort level and readiness.
While this program focuses on fun and comfort, it also builds real skills. Babies who continue through at least one full term will often make significant progress, with many comfortably going underwater and starting to hold onto the side independently.
This program significantly eases the transition to structured swim lessons at age 2. A child who has gone through the Mom & Me program typically adapts far better than a child who starts swimming lessons without this critical early orientation.
Getting comfortable with water, splashing, and basic movements with parent support
Starting to blow bubbles, brief face submersions, and confident floating with assistance
Comfortable underwater, holding pool edge independently, ready for structured lessons at age 2
Comfortable swimwear for both parent and baby to enjoy the water together
For warming up quickly after the session - bring warm clothes for cooler days
Stay hydrated - swimming is exercise for both parent and baby!
This is a relaxed, no-pressure class! Your calm energy helps your baby feel safe and confident.
If your child is not potty trained or if there is any chance of an accident, they must wear a permanent, reusable swim nappy.
This helps maintain a clean and safe swimming environment for all participants.
Best prices available from Takealot.com
Splashing into Early Childhood: The Magic of Baby Swim Lessons As a devoted parent, your primary goal is to ensure the well-being and happiness of your precious child. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to achieve this, and one particularly valuable avenue is enrolling your baby in swimming lessons. The advantages
Hoekom voel lekker verhitte swembadwater soms koud? Swem is ‘n gewilde aktiwiteit wat baie mense geniet, veral in ‘n verhitte swembad waar die watertemperatuur gereguleer word om ‘n gemaklike ervaring te bied. Het jy egter al opgemerk dat dieselfde watertemperatuur op sommige dae warm en uitnodigend kan voel, terwyl dit
Why do children cry? Swimming lessons are a fun and exciting way for young children to learn a new skill and stay active. However, it’s not uncommon for children to cry or protest before their swimming lessons. In this blog post, we’ll explore the reasons behind these behaviours and what
What you need for your baby’s swim class If you enjoy swimming, you might want to introduce your baby to the joys of the pool as well. However, as a parent, you know how easy it is to forget essential items when you’re out and about with your little one.
Bonding with Your Baby Through Swim Lessons It is amazing to see how life changes after the birth of a child. Juggling work, carpools, dinners and extracurricular activities can make you question why there aren’t more hours in the day. Parents often forget to slow down and remember the magic
Did you know that babies have swimming instincts? Have you ever wondered why babies seem so comfortable in water? It’s because they have a natural swimming instinct that is present from birth. Babies are born with reflexes that help them survive in water, which is why swimming lessons are often
