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We welcome all children from 0 – 4 years & love helping them develop their water confidence: from that special first Splash, to their first Kick right through to the all-important first Swim and beyond.
We welcome all children from 0 – 4 years & love helping them develop their water confidence: from that special first Splash, to their first Kick right through to the all-important first Swim and beyond.
Everyone is welcome at Baby Squids! You can start swimming anytime; at any age up to 4 years old, and at any point in the term. Our main aim is to make our pre-school and baby swimming lessons an inclusive, enchanting experience that gives your child vital life skills whilst they are having lots of fun!
We are really excited to be re-opening but things will be a little different. Be assured our lessons will continue to be fun, progressive and most importantly safe. This is a must-read for anyone returning to swimming lessons, check out our Covid-19 Frequently Asked Questions.
Our Baby Squids classes specialise in the 0 – 4 year old range, starting with parent and baby swimming lessons, and focusing on building water confidence and safety skills. Our toddler swimming lessons help you work with your child towards independent swimming. Most importantly, we have fun while we are doing it!
We keep our classes small, so you and your child have plenty of room to learn and play!
As we want to make our classes available to all, we work to keep our prices as low as possible.
No one enjoys a chilly dip. Our pools are always nice and warm for you and baby!
Our teachers are always friendly, professional and LOVE their jobs!
Want to love what you do? If you are ready to start your own business and want to be running a successful, rewarding swimming teaching company within months, rather than years, the Baby Squids franchise opportunity is perfect for you.
I couldn't recommend Baby Squids New Forest enough. My little one has been swimming with Nadina for almost 4 years. Nadina is totally fantastic and I couldn't imagine him swimming anywhere else. He is learning such a valuable life skill in a calm, fun and safe environment.
Maisie Bovett - Christchurch, Dorset
My daughter swam with Baby Squids from the age of 1 until she left for school. Emma is a fantastic teacher. She is patient with the children and is great at encouraging them to do things they might be afraid to try. Thank you Emma for teaching my daughter such an important life skill.
Simone Murray - Christchurch, Dorset
My daughter has been taught to swim by Baby Squids since she was just a few months old. Since the age of one she was taught by Nadina and then Emma. They are both brilliant teachers and have given her so much confidence in the water. They have lots of fun whilst learning. The teachers are firm but fun! I can't recommend them enough.
Sophie Berry Hills - New Milton, Hampshire
We absolutely love Heather and Baby Squids. It's really great to get little ones happy in a pool and is always really fun and friendly. Ashurst Lodge is a beautiful private pool, facilities lovely and clean and peaceful.
Becky Murray - Ashurst, Hampshire
We have had an incredible journey with Nadina at Baby Squids. A's swimming has come on so much and her confidence has improved greatly! We will always cherish the two years we’ve had with you and I honestly can’t thank you enough. The way you have the child at the heart of what you do is amazing and something that helps make you so special. Your passion shines through your teaching in your sessions.
Lisa Urquhart - Christchurch, Dorset
I can’t express my great experience enough with Baby Squids. Charlie started his journey at just 5weeks old and we have been loyal to Baby Squids ever since, it is just incredible the confidence he has developed. Massive credit to Michelle our pool instructor who is just fabulous with the kids, she’s a real asset to the company.
Stacey Bushell - Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
I just wanted to thank you guys for the baby swimming lessons that you gave to Saby & Vendel. Saby has now turned five and swam 50m unassisted across an Olympic pool - proud parents 🙂 Hope you are well, Neil (we now live in Australia)
Neil Hobden - Exeter, Devon
We would like to thank you for the opportunity for Arfan to be taught his first swims by your instructor Lee. If you are looking for a swimming lesson for your children we recommend you guys! We appreciate Lee's kindness, professionalism and patience. He is Arfan's instructor No.1!
Neringa Skridulyte - Okehampton, Devon
I was a little nervous watching my husband and son as they first got in the water. Jodie made my husband (& me on the sidelines) feel completely at ease... so friendly & reassuring. It was such a beautiful introduction to swimming & our baby boy loved it! Thank you so much, we will be recommending Baby Squids swimming lessons far & wide!
Zoe Roe - Salisbury, Wiltshire
Viki's patience, encouragement, brilliantly planned & pitched swim lessons & outstanding teaching style have had a huge impact on the remarkable progress and water confidence Jasper has gained since joining your classes - and I can confidently say that being an Assistant Headteacher myself!
Stacey Macdonald - Andover, Hampshire
Charlie and I've both really enjoyed our classes. Alex is a great teacher, calm & confident with a big smile that puts everyone instantly at ease. The lessons are fun & relaxed with songs and games and lots to keep the little ones busy and active in the water. Highly recommended for kids swimming lessons in Winchester!
Lucy O'Neill - Winchester, Hampshire
I'm delighted as well as extremely sad that Evy is graduating. It's been the best experience, not only has she learnt to swim but has made some lovely friends too. Evy started at 4 months and her love of swimming has grown and grown to now a confident swimmer of 4 years, I will truly cherish our Baby Squids memories.
Samantha Lamb - Christchurch, Dorset
Thomas and I have had a fantastic time with Alex at Winchester Hospital hydro pool. He started swimming lessons when he was 7 weeks and now at nearly 6 months he doesn't have any problems with going under the water, getting splashed or swimming on his front or back. Thank you Baby Squids.
Alex Cornell - Winchester, Hampshire
In my honest opinion, swimming lessons with Baby Squids have been the best thing I've done with my baby. We have been swimming since he was 8 weeks old and now he's 11 months and so full of confidence in the water.
Emily Walsh - Andover, Hampshire
The baby swimming lessons with Baby Squids have been amazing, my daughter absolutely loves it every week, she is never happier than during lessons which she started at 8 weeks old. I can't recommend it highly enough, I'm amazed every week at how she improves even at such a young age.
Lexi Obee-Kendall - Salisbury, Wiltshire
Thomas ( and I!) love the sessions. Nicky has been fantastic from day one - always so friendly and reassuring and the baby swimming lessons have given Thomas so much confidence and enjoyment in the water.
Kate Behan - Salisbury, Wiltshire
My little lady absolutely loves her swimming lessons. Thank you to Nicky for all your patience! I cannot believe how far she has come! If you are looking for children's swimming lessons I would really recommend these guys.
Rachel Jennings - Salisbury, Wiltshire
Our teacher Nicky has been fantastic! Oskar has really loved this term & I've really noticed a difference in him really enjoying the swimming lessons as well as kicking away and mainly splashing haha! She's a great teacher and it's nice to see someone really enjoy their job too!
Katrina Harris - Andover, Hampshire
Fabulous swimming lessons! Really look forward to each week!
Sam Marmot - Romsey, Hampshire
Out of all the baby classes we do, Baby Squids is by far our favourite!! I even requested Tuesdays off work so I could continue with the swim classes!! Nadina is a brilliant teacher! Joseph absolutely loves swimming, and that's down to Baby Squids!! What more could you want!
Nina Pearshouse - Totton, Southampton
My 8 month old loves his baby swimming lessons with plenty of happy splashing in the pool! Alex the instructor is very clear and great with the babies. Great value for money too.
Kathryn Rowe - Winchester, Hampshire
Fantastic swimming lessons in a relaxed and friendly environment. The group rranges from 3-9 months but the instructor ensures all needs are catered for. I genuinely look forward to this class every week & my daughter is growing in confidence. Highly recommended!
Rachel Williams - Southampton, Hampshire
Highly recommended. My son Noah has been attending classes since he was 4 months and is now 17 months. Laura & her team have been fab & as a result Noah is very confident and happy to be in the water. Don't hesitate in trying them out if you are looking for swimming lessons for your baby!
Emily Hollyoake - Winchester, Hampshire
Love our swimming lessons with Nadina, would highly recommend. There are a couple of other baby swimming lessons near me which I tried out, but these swim classes are far and away superior!
Beany Waddington - Lymington, Hampshire
Faye loves her toddler swimming lessons & interacting with her friends. Our instructor Emma is amazing with them and she thoroughly enjoys every session - always very well planned and never pressured to put them under water. Thank you for making it so pleasurable.
Samantha Verrall - Totton, Southampton
Thank you for the brilliant swimming lesson with my 5 month old Oscar. We are 4 sessions in and love every second! He is getting so confident and loves splashing himself and me!
Clare Daunter - Winchester, Hampshire
My 3 year old daughter loves the classes; she enjoys all the singing and fun whilst learning that makes swimming, jumping in and putting her face in the water fun and it’s improving her water confidence. Fantastic children's swimming lessons!
Sophia Smith - Chandlers Ford, Hampshire
Alfie loves his swimming. Now an independent swimmer (just!), I'm really pleased with the way he has taken to the lessons, and looking forward to him starting to develop his strokes. Highly recommended Southampton baby swimming lessons!!
Tom Moore - Eastleigh, Hampshire
Fantastic swimming lessons for my toddler, his confidence has come on leaps and bounds since starting! Great swimming pool in central Southampton too!
Joanna Dzitkow - Southampton, Hampshire
I was looking for baby swimming lessons in Bournemouth for my baby and thought I'd give the free trial a go. So glad we did, we both really enjoy it, and Charlie has come on so much - I highly recommend Nadina and Baby Squids.
Jemma Miles - Christchurch, Dorset
Hoburne is a lovely warm pool and Nadina a fantastic teacher - both my kids have attended swimming lessons which have been great fun and both of them have come on so much since starting! Fabulous Bournemouth baby swimming classes!
Karen Bristow - Bournemouth, Dorset
If looking for baby swimming lessons nearby, then Baby Squids is the place to go! Freddie's swimming confidence has come on so much since he started and he just loves the water, highly recommended.
Kate Skilton - Bournemouth, Dorset
Rufus is a confident, happy and able swimmer. At just 2, under Laura's guidance he has accomplished so much. He has progressed far more than we could have imagined by this age. Look no further for Winchester baby swimming lessons!
Alison Thompson - Winchester, Hampshire
Kristina is excellent with the babies giving lots of encouragement, smiles & keeping the swim lessons fun & interesting. She's given my daughter tremendous confidence in the water. If looking for baby swimming lessons in Exeter then choose Baby Squids!
Jane England - Exeter, Devon
My daughter has now been working with Kristina for two years, and absolutely loves her swimming lessons. She has learnt so much from Kristina, and so have I! Classes are so small, it is practically like having your own private swimming lessons. Recommended for swimming lessons near Exeter!
Caroline Neal - Exeter, Devon
My 17 month old daughter has made such progress thanks to Kristina's hard work and smiles! Thank you Kristina and Baby Squids!
Michelle Greedy - Exeter, Devon
Kristina has helped my son progress from being nervous and upset to be extremely confident in the water, and what's more, he loves it! She has the patience of a saint and makes every swimming lesson exciting and fun!!
Roxanne North - Crediton, Devon
We are loving the swimming classes at Elmers in Lymington. Our lessons have very low numbers so it feels like we are having private swimming lessons, really good value for money.
Charmaine Bradford - Lymington, Hampshire
Kristina is fantastic!! She is really encouraging. William wasn't overly keen to begin with but seems happier every time we go. She is a real asset! Much better than other swim classes we have tried nearby!
Nikki Copeland - Crediton, Devon
Phoebe love love loved her taster session sat Elmers today! Will definitely be booking some toddler swimming lessons. Really fun and friendly.
Kasia Redpath - Lymington, Hampshire
Elisabeth, loves going to Baby Squids swimming classes, she has really developed skills and confidence, at her own pace. She loves jumping in and joining in with the games and songs, and it is great value too!
Donna Neill - Brockenhurst, Hampshire
Zachary's progress has been unrecognizable. He's developed loads of confidence, loves the swimming lessons and I am so proud of him. Cannot wait until next term starts!
Emily Goymer - Winchester, Hampshire
One word...brilliant! The groups are smaller than other swim classes my friends have attended & that our teacher spends time with each of us and goes at a pace we are both comfortable with. Really enjoyable & highly recommended if looking for Christchurch baby swimming lessons.
Hana Jones - Christchurch, Dorset
Rory started at 9 weeks old and is now 17 months and still loves it, and his confidence and skills grow week after week. Great swimming lessons for your kids, I cannot recommend Laura and Baby Squids highly enough.
Zoe Garfath - Lymington, Hampshire
Abbie loves her swimming lessons, often she asks if we ‘have swimming today?!’ Her water skills & confidence have grown so much. Baby Squids have given Abbie the best start we could have wished for. I would thoroughly recommend them to anyone looking for swimming lessons for your baby or toddler in Bournemouth.
Jo Coats - Bournemouth, Dorset
Our 3.5 yr old son has been learning to swim with Baby Squids from 12 weeks old. We have nothing but praise; he's developed independent swimming and his confidence is fantastic. I cannot hesitate to recommend Baby Squids for New Forest baby swimming lessons.
Beth Kerwood - Southampton, Hampshire
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