We run Puddle Ducks classes in Cardiff, Newport and Caerleon
- Baby & Pre-school swimming classes for children
- Lessons for toddlers and pre-school children
- Swim Academy classes for school-aged children

Our Pools & Classes
We swim at several hand-picked pools around Newport and Cardiff.
Our Pools & Classes
Baby & Pre-school Swimming Lessons
Our Baby & Pre-school programme is a wonderful bonding experience. Progressive lesson plans instil water-confidence and a love of swimming whilst our expert teachers tailor activities to your child’s abilities and needs. Taught in lovely, warm pools with a maximum of ten children, our classes incorporate rhyme, music and movement based on extensive child development research; we are the only national baby swim school that is 100% child-led. Our lessons are so well-received that the children we teach can often swim over 10m before they start school.

Swim Academy - aged 4-10 years
Swim Academy teaches primary-school children up to the age of 10 to swim beautifully and efficiently, as well developing essential water safety and lifesaving skills. Our close-knit class sizes mean all children get the right level of support to suit their age. Small enough to nurture; large enough to let go. Children learn through experience, fun and some repetition. Practice makes perfect. We keep our classes fun, lively, varied and exciting to help your child stay engaged and challenged in the water.
Meet the Team

Susie
Susie's been with us 4 years and teaches Swim Academy (Mon/Thur/Sat) and Baby & Preschool (Mon/Sat)

Susan
Susan teaches Baby & Preschool (Fri/Sun) and Swim Academy (Thurs)

Rachel
Rachel is our newest team member! She teaches Baby & Preschool on Saturdays in Cardiff

Rob
Rob teaches Swim Academy on Saturdays and Mondays

Abby
Abby's on maternity leave but will be back on Tuesdays in June

Helen
Helen is the Franchisee (it's her in the office), and teaches Baby & Preschool on Tuesdays

Heather
Heather is our Poolside Assistant on Saturday Afternoons
Not sure which class you need?
Read about each class level and watch our videos to see us in action!
Floaties
(0-6 months)Splashers
(6-15 months)Kickers
(15-30 months)Little Dippers
(30 months - 4 years)Swim Academy
(4-10 years)Enquire for classes
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Join our team!!
We're searching for a Level 2 Award teacher to train up to teach our Swim Academy classes - could it be you?

New Swim Academy Classes at the Mercure Cardiff Holland House on Thursdays
New Swim Academy classes coming to the Mercure Cardiff Holland House, CF24 0DD

Swim Academy (for children age 4-10) is coming - Book now!
This November Puddle Ducks will be bringing you our Swim Academy lessons for children age 4-10 years!