Why start swimming early?
The first months of life are a wonderful window for introducing babies to water. At this age babies are naturally at ease in warm, supported aquatic environments, and early positive experiences help build a lifelong comfort and love of swimming.
Our free Teeny Tots lessons are designed around calm, gentle guided activities that support bonding, sensory development and water familiarity, all at your babies pace with you in the water every step of the way.
Why our mineral water pool is ideal for babies
Babies have sensitive skin and developing immune systems. Our magnesium mineral pool is a gentler, more comfortable first swimming experience than a traditional chlorine pool.
Lower chemical exposure
No strong chlorine smell
Gentle on sensitive skin
Comfortable for sensitive eyes
Warm 32°C water ideal for infants
Relaxing calming environment
what to expect in YOUR FREE LESSONS
Every class is calm, warm and parent lead, with your instructor guiding you both through gentle activities designed to build familiarity, confidence and joy in the water.
You and your baby in the water together throughout the session
Songs, movement and gentle water play activities
Safe handling and early water safety guidance for parents
Bonding and confidence building in a warm, supportive setting
Infant trained instructors guiding you every step of the way
Small, class sizes with personalised instructor support
Lessons always adapted to your babies comfort and readiness
Ready for the next stage
As your baby grows our going lessons continue building movement, confidence and early water skills.
Explore our baby swimming lessons for 6 months to 3 years.
Welcoming families from across melbourne's north
Our Heidelberg swim school is easy to reach from across the Northern suburbs: Heidelberg Heights, Ivanhoe, Rosanna, Viewbank, Bulleen, Macleod, Yallambie, Balwyn North, Heidelberg and surrounding areas.
Faq's
No. We never force babies underwater. Our lessons are gentle, nurturing, and based on your babies comfort and readiness. Every child progresses at their own pace.
That's completely normal. Some babies love the water immediately, while others need time to adjust. Our instructors create a calm and supportive environment and will guide you and your baby gently through the experience.
Lessons include songs, movement, floating, cuddles, gentle water play , and simple water safety activities designed for babies 3 to 6 months. Parents remain in the water throughout the lesson with their baby.
You're not alone. Many parents joining baby swimming lessons feel nervous at first too, especially first time parents. Our infant trained instructors guide both parents and babies every step of the way in a clam and supportive environment.
No. Our lessons are designed to be calm , welcoming and supportive for young babies and families. We keep class sizes small so instructors can provide personal attention and families can feel comfortable in the water.
Early swimming experiences help babies become comfortable and confident in the water while introducing important water safety habits from a young age. Lessons also support bonding, movement, and confidence development in a fun and gentle environment.
Book your babies first free lesson
Free Teeny Tots classes for babies 3 to 6 months. Places are limited, secure yours today.