Friendships At Water Babies
Classes with us are a safe and judgement-free space for parents to come together as friends
A Water Babies swimming class is the best opportunity for parents to meet new people and bond over shared experiences.
Friends are your chosen family, and at Water Babies, we have endless stories from customers who have met friends for life through their lessons. Hear their stories and find a class of your own today.
Leah’s Story
“Through Water Babies, Freya and I have made the best group of friends with Laura, Nathalie, Adele and Harkiran along with their gorgeous little babies. I do not know how I would have made it this far in motherhood without them.
We do everything together and I’m so grateful to Water Babies for bringing us all together I constantly say that I’m so thankful I went out of my comfort zone after the dreadful lockdowns to take my first class.
I was meaning to book for a while but always held back and one day I decided to just do it and book our classes, the best decision ever!” – Leah, Water Babies customer
In 2017, a survey of over 2k mothers by video parenting site Channel Mum revealed:
- 90% of mums in the UK admit to feeling lonely since having children.
- 54% admitted they felt more “friendless” since giving birth.
- 80% said they want more “mummy friends” however, 30% said they have never started a conversation with another mother that led them to becoming friends. These figures are expected to increase due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Adele’s Story
“I was super anxious to start water babies but knew the benefits for Oliver out weighed my anxiety.
When I met Nathalie, Laura and Leah I felt like I’d slipped straight into the friendship group they’d already made through Water Babies. I am super grateful, we now meet regularly, the babies are growing up together and we even have a WhatsApp group.
If it wasn’t for water babies I wouldn’t have made such wonderful mumma friends who we always turn to for advice!” -Adele, Water Babies customer
At Water Babies, we provide a safe and judgement free space for parents to come together and help to give their children the best start in life through baby swimming.
Not only can you make friends easily in Water Babies classes but your baby or toddler will experience the following benefits:
- Classes taught by some of the world’s best trained baby and early years swimming teachers.
- Boost their physical development by exercising their muscles, joints, heart and lungs.
- Increase their cognitive abilities through a structured learning environment.
- Socialising with other children in a relaxed setting.
Sami’s Story
I started Water Babies February 2013 with my little boy Jaxx at not even 12 weeks old. We were so excited to get him swimming to learn to be safe in and around the water as it was something I never learnt as a child. Little did I know that I would not just be teaching my little boy to swim but from day 1 of swimming I met my best friend Michelle. She joined Water Babies with Joseph the same day and we have been inseparable since. Not only myself and her but our boys. Jaxx and Joseph are amazing friends 9 years later!
We added to the clan and the Water Babies family with our youngest boys too. Although my youngest Arlo who is 4 and Michelle’s youngest Samuel who is 5 never swam at the same time they are also best friends and still to this day we have regular play dates with our boys. Thanks to Water Babies we both have amazing confident swimmers and have made a friendship for life!
To add to this amazing experience I have also become a Water Babies Teacher myself. I love everything about Water Babies, not just the teaching little people to swim but the friendship it can bring. The best thing I have ever done is join Water Babies as a parent and now continue my journey also as a teacher. – Sami, Water Babies customer
Becci’s Story
Polly and I made good friends with Becci and little Elspeth when we moved classes from a Monday to a Saturday when Polly was around 4.5 months old. At first I was hesitant about going to Everlast because of the communal changing room however my nerves soon disappeared when I met Becci, we talked about anything and everything.
When Becci had to stop taking Elspeth swimming to have her 2nd baby we made a plan to have mum dates and play dates for the girls. Polly and Elspeth often get mistaken for twins as they are very similar in looks and personality which is makes for funny introductions! – Becci, Water Babies customer
Caroline’s Story
Becci and I discovered that we went to the same primary school, were born in the same hospital, both lived in Lincoln at the same time and Becci lives across the close from my uncle.
We could have crossed paths many times before but it was Water Babies that brought us together!
I can’t wait for Polly and Elspeth’s friendship to grow as they get older and see how their little characters develop.
I’m glad both Polly and I have made amazing friends. Becci and I will be friends till we are old and grey. – Caroline, Water Babies customer
How our lessons work
Supportive lessons
With a maximum of 10 little ones, a carer per child and one of our teachers in the pool in each lesson.
30 minutes long
Lessons take place each week, so it’s a wonderful way to bond with your baby away from the craziness of life.
Have fun!
Skills are taught through song, play and repetition, so there’s never a dull moment when you’re in the pool.
Tailored progress
Our teachers will tailor each lesson to your little one’s ability, so it’s only when they’re ready, we’re ready.
Ready to start your swimming journey?
Splash into unforgettable memories and learn a skill for life today.
FAQs
We know that taking your baby swimming can be daunting. We’re here to support you both, from booking your lessons right through to the pool. Find quick and clear answers to any queries you may have about Water Babies. From booking your first lesson to what to bring with you, we’ve got you covered so you feel confident and prepared.
Our Water Babies world, Oceans of Imagination, is an immersive swimming experience where little ones learn a skill for life. You’ll be guided by our team of Swimvincibles, on your own, individual swimming adventure, tailored to your needs. Every water baby will join one of our swimming superheroes, The Swimvincibles, in their Team. They’ll work towards progressing key swimming skills and collecting Water Babies Treasures along the way, with their Swimvincible Team member leading the way. This includes everything from badges and stickers to certificates, highlighting your little one’s achievements as they travel through our programme.
The Swimvincibles are a team of swimming superstars, who head up our swim Teams at Water Babies. They’ll inspire and guide your little one through their swimming journey with us. Starting with Pearl for our new baby classes through to Saffi, Echo, Sculli, and finally Finn, as you head for independent swimming!
A Team represents where your little one is in their swimming journey with Water Babies, with our littlest water babies starting with Team Pearl, and our big water babies swimming in Team Finn.
You’re a ‘Swimvincible in training’ from your very first lesson. There are five Swimvincible Teams in total, and you’ll progress through a team in a year.
Mystery Island weeks are a chance to have extra fun and let imaginations run wild! We have few sprinkled through the year as special events in class, with a chance to wear fancy dress and get involved in a themed lessons such as our bi-annual ‘Splashathon’ charity week.
Water Babies badges are awarded at special celebratory Island badge weeks planned into our swimming calendar. There are three spread out evenly throughout each swimming year, which are collected on the way to achieving each Team Swimvincible badge.
You get four Water Babies badges per year! There are three Island badges (Cloudfish Cove, Lighthouse Lagoon and Floating Forest) spread out evenly throughout a swimming year, which are collected on the way to achieving each Team Swimvincible badge.
They will appear in your ‘My Water Babies’ account and your teacher will let you know when an Island week is approaching.
Each Water Babies Island badge relates to the skills you’ll have been learning and working towards in your lessons. The badge week will highlight and celebrate your little ones efforts, progression, and development as a class.
So what are you waiting for? The adventure awaits…
Discover your local class today.
