Toronto, ON
Toddler swimming lessons in Toronto provide a fun-filled introduction to water safety. While young children may not be developmentally ready to swim on their own, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends starting swimming lessons between the ages of 1 and 4. Learning water safety and survival skills is proven to lower drowning rates among children, including toddlers and preschoolers.
Parents should be involved in swimming lessons for kids under the age of 4. The goal is for you and your child to have fun while learning water safety basics. Toddlers gain confidence and comfort through water play and guided instruction, building a solid foundation for long-term success.
Does your little learner seem eager to swim? It’s never too early to teach water safety, and children are safest when they get started early in life. If you’re uncertain, talk to your child’s pediatrician to determine if they’re physically and developmentally ready. The sooner, the safer.
How We Teach Toddler Swimming Lessons in Toronto
British Swim School is the perfect place to introduce your toddler to the water. Our child-friendly instructors teach first-time swimmers using our signature fun and gentle approach. The parent-assisted classes incorporate songs, splashing, and educational playtime to ensure a child’s first time in the water is an enjoyable experience. We want to develop safer, stronger swimmers that enjoy a lifetime of safety and fun in the water.
Our toddler swimming lessons focus on comfort, fun, and the basics of water survival. A parent or caregiver will be in the water with their child while splashing and singing alongside the instructor. The more comfortable and engaged you are, the better. Your participation will help keep your child’s attention and make them feel secure in the water, allowing them to learn faster.
What can you expect from our toddler swimming lessons in Toronto?
- A lot of singing, splashes, and smiles
- An introduction to the water in a safe and gentle manner
- Confidence-building while working towards independence from the parent or accompanying adult
- Instruction on how to jump in, roll over, and float independently
- An introduction to basic water survival and swim readiness skills
Get Started Today
Are you ready to introduce your soon-to-be swimmer to the water? Children can enroll in our parent-assisted water acclimation classes as early as 3-months! Enrollment is available year-round, and lessons are held in warm, indoor pools to make swimming as comfortable of an experience as possible. Find a nearby location and sign up today!
Hear From Our Parents and Students
My son LOVES swim lessons and has learned so much since starting this year.
My son had never taken swim lessons before and did not like getting his face wet, before starting lessons with the British Swim School. The swim instructors and staff have all been warm and encouraging! Ryland, satisfied parent
So happy we found British Swim School!
Our instructor is wonderful with my daughter. She makes the lesson so much fun and is able to make my daughter feel so comfortable she forgets she is doing things that are really stressful for her. We just started recently and I am amazed at how much my daughter has already accomplished! Abby, satisfied parent
