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Go Rio Riverboat at Hilton Palacio del Rio San Antonio during Christmas. Photo by Nan Palermo via Flickr 2.0
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City Park Skate Park near Houston. Photo courtesy of the Sugarland Texas Govt.
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Baby Swimming Classes in Houston: Swimming Lessons for Babies and Toddlers

SwimJim offers baby swim classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of SwimJim Baby Swim School, Facebook
SwimJim offers baby swim classes in Houston. Photo courtesy of SwimJim Baby Swim School, Facebook
7/8/22 - By Rachael Cherry

We all know the importance of water safety and teaching your children swimming basics, and it definitely does not hurt to start baby swimming lessons at a young age. Plus, baby swim classes are a great bonding opportunity because the parent gets in the pool, too. Here is where you can find baby swim classes in Houston that you and your little one(s) will love.

Ready to have your little one tackle the water solo? Head over to our swim lessons and camps post instead! To find more enrichment classes for kids around Houston, from STEM to music, visit our ultimate classes guide, and check our directory to discover even more.

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Getting comfortable in the water/Photo courtesy of Wolfies Swim School
Getting comfortable in the water/Photo courtesy of Wolfies Swim School

Baby Swimming Classes in Houston

Wolfies Swim School

Bellaire
At Wolfies, children from ages four months and older can enroll in mom and me classes, weekly and everyday swim lessons, swim camps, specialty clinics, and even home lessons. Most lessons are 30 minutes long. New swimmers must commit to two months of sessions. There are also seasonal swim camps offered that also include arts, crafts, science experiments, and more. Camps are offered during Spring Break, Summer Break, Thanksgiving Break, and Holiday Break. Children must be at least 4 years old to attend. READ MORE

Saint Street Swim

West University Place
Saint Street Swim is committed to teaching children not only how to swim, but also how to understand and respect the water. Swimmers as young as 6 months start off in the Little Fins parent-tot swim classes and progress through the levels all the way to Swim Team Prep.The instructors implement a patient, gentle approach to swimming, helping kids feel comfortable in the water and progress at their own pace. Group classes max out at 3 kids per class to ensure each child gets personal attention.  READ MORE

Goldfish Swim School - Houston

Multiple Houston Locations
Goldfish Swim School offers year-round classes for children ages 4 months and older and caters to all experience levels. The goal is not just to teach children how to swim, but to teach them how to survive in the water. Parents can choose to enroll kids in parent-child swim lessons, lessons by age, Goldfish swim team (ages 5-12 years), or Jump-Start Clinics that introduce the fundamentals of water safety and get kids water-ready in a short amount of time.  READ MORE

YMCA Houston

Multiple Houston Locations
The YMCA offers everything from general gym memberships to fitness classes, swim lessons that include both mom and me classes for 6 months and older and individual and group lessons for ages 3+, sports camps, and more. Options are available for all ages, abilities, and interests. The mission of the YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.  READ MORE

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools

Multiple Houston Locations
Parents can begin enrolling their children in Aqua-Tots swim lessons as early as 4 months of age. Classes focus on driving home the importance of swim safety, and levels of swim instruction start with "Parent & Tot" and proceed up to "Advanced." Each level works on mastering a new skill, such as comfort or independence in the water. Aqua-Tots also offers a recreational Swim Club, competitive Swim Team, and various Specialty Classes. Lessons are 30 minutes long and pricing varies by location.  READ MORE

Pengu Swim School

Multiple Houston Locations
At Pengu Swim School students can enroll in Swimming Lessons for Babies, Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced Swim Classes to help them learn and refine their swimming skills. There are also swimming clinics and private lessons offered, as well as Swim Academy, a year-round swimming program. READ MORE

Emler Swim School

Multiple Houston Locations
Children as young as two months of age can enroll in parent and tot swim lessons at Emler Swim School. From there, classes progress by age and level, teaching water comfort, water safety, foundational skills, and the different swim strokes. Classes are kept small to ensure each child gets individual attention. Pricing and class schedules vary by location.  READ MORE

Houston Swim Club

Multiple Houston Locations
With Houston Swim Club's curriculum developed by University of Houston head coach and US Olympic coach Phill Hansel, parents can trust that the methods employed are both safe and effective. Other perks include small class sizes, 30-minute lessons and the option to enroll year-round. New students are required to enroll in a two-week session. After completing this course, kids can then enroll in monthly lessons that meet once, twice, or more times per week. Pricing is per class. Parents interested in enrolling children under 2 1/2 years old can sign up for special parent-child classes. READ MORE

SwimJim Houston

Multiple Houston Locations
Infants who are 8 weeks old to adults can enroll in age and skill specific classes at SwimJim. The youngest water babies start with a caregiver in the water and progress to swimming independently, while more experienced swimmers can hone their skills and refine their strokes. Adults can choose from beginnger, intermediate and advanced level classes. Private lessons are also available. READ MORE

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