Baby & Toddler Swimming Lessons Now Open in Elephant & Castle
We're so excited to share some big news: Crazy Crabs Swim School is making a splash in London with a brand new pool in Elephant & Castle! After growing from one venue to twelve in just two years, we're bringing our small-group, fun-first approach to families in South London, and our baby and toddler swimming lessons are leading the way.
Whether your little one is taking their very first dip or is already a confident splasher, our new Elephant & Castle pool is the perfect place to start their swimming journey.
New sign up offer: 50% off the first 3 weeks of classes! Starting 7th October.
Why Start Baby Swimming Lessons Early?
Babies are natural water-lovers, and introducing them to the pool early helps build confidence long before any fear has a chance to set in. Baby swimming lessons give your child a gentle introduction to the water, help develop coordination and muscle strength, and teach important water safety skills from the very beginning.
Just as importantly, swimming together is a wonderful bonding experience. Our baby classes are a chance for you and your little one to enjoy dedicated one-to-one time, share lots of giggles and make memories in the water.
Toddler Swimming Lessons That Build Confidence
As your child grows, our toddler swimming lessons help them become more independent in the water through songs, games and play. Toddlers learn to kick, float, reach for the wall and get comfortable putting their faces in the water, all while having so much fun they barely notice they're learning.
These early skills lay strong foundations for learning to swim independently later on, and help keep children safer around water for life.
What Makes Crazy Crabs Different?
We know you've got plenty of choice when it comes to swimming lessons in London, so here's why families love Crazy Crabs:
Small groups, big attention. We never have more than five swimmers in a group, so every child gets the time, attention and encouragement they need to thrive.
Every child is welcome. We welcome swimmers with all additional needs, and we've never turned a swimmer away. Many swim schools aren't able to support children with SEN or additional needs, but we believe every child deserves the chance to learn to swim, and our teachers work to make sure each swimmer feels safe, supported and included.
Expert-led teaching. Crazy Crabs was founded by a former national and international synchronised swimmer with a lifelong love of the water, and that passion runs through everything we do.
Fun comes first. Happy swimmers make confident swimmers. Our lessons are packed with songs, toys and games to keep little ones smiling from start to finish.
Our New Elephant & Castle Pool
Our new pool is located at Darwin Court, easily reachable for families across Southwark, Lambeth, Kennington, Walworth and the wider South London area. The pool is lovely and warm, ideal for babies and young children who feel the cold more easily, with easy changing facilities and connections from all areas of London to make lesson day as easy as possible.
Lessons run on Wednesdays between 10am-12pm, with classes for:
Babies ([age range, e.g. 3 months to 1 year])
Toddlers ([age range, e.g. 1 to 3 years])
Pre-schoolers and beyond ([age range])
Frequently Asked Questions
How old does my baby need to be to start swimming lessons?Babies can start swimming lessons from [X months]. There's no need to wait for vaccinations before swimming, but if you have any concerns we recommend checking with your GP or health visitor.
Do I need to get in the water with my child?Yes, for our baby and toddler classes a parent or carer joins their little one in the pool.
What should my baby wear?Babies need a double nappy system: a reusable swim nappy worn over a disposable swim nappy.
Can you support my child's additional needs?Absolutely. We welcome all swimmers and are always happy to chat about your child's needs before they start, so we can make their first lesson a positive one.
Book Your Baby or Toddler Swimming Lesson Today
Spaces at our new Elephant & Castle pool are limited, and with a maximum of five swimmers per group, classes are expected to fill up fast. Don't miss out on the chance to give your little one the best start in the water.
To get booked on, email us at info@crazycrabsswimschool.co.uk and our friendly team will be in touch.
We can't wait to welcome you to the Crazy Crabs family!
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