Swimming lessons for babies, pre-schoolers and children in Bristol, Bath, North Somerset, Wilts & South Gloucestershire

Welcome to Puddle Ducks Bristol & Bath!

We'd love to help your little one start their swimming journey at one of our fun, progressive, expert-led classes.

We swim at 16 venues across the region. Click 'Find a class!' in the top left corner to see where you can swim locally, or check out our Pools & Classes page to browse your options.

Any questions? Contact our friendly office team -  Caroline, Vicki, Amanda and Sarah J - for an informal chat to find out more:  

• Tel: 0117 9717165 (office open Monday to Friday 9.30am-4pm)
• Email: bristolandbath@puddleducks.com

Term dates

Click here: Term and Holiday Dates. 

Why choose Puddle Ducks?

As well as our successful, child-led approach to swimming, you might be interested in:

• Convenience  - we swim at 16 different pools and offer classes across weekends and weekdays.
• Start tomorrow! - no need to wait to start swimming, where there is space, you can begin your classes immediately.
• Relax - your place is guaranteed - once you've joined, there is no need to worry about re-booking every term, your child's place will automatically be renewed.
• Courtesy classes - let us know you can't make a class and you can book a place at any other class, at your usual pool or elsewhere (T&C apply)
• My Puddle Ducks account - 24/7 online access to your child's swimming details - see which milestones they've hit, check class dates, tell us about a holiday and much more.

All about our classes

Baby, toddler and pre-school swimming classes  - newborn to age 4

Find out more about our Baby & Pre-school classes

Swim Academy classes for school-age children - ages 4 - 10 years

Find out more about our Swim Academy.

We look forward to welcoming you into the Puddle Ducks family very soon!

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