Puddle Ducks South East Wales

09/10/2026

Let’s take a peek at our Swim Academy swimmers during our Water Safety Pyjama Week!👚💦 Puddle Ducks Mid Cheshire 💦

Puddle Ducks Pyjama Week teaches invaluable personal survival skills as well as being lots of fun! All our classes have a water safety element to them every week, however, our Pyjama Week gives all our swimmers an opportunity to see what it might feel like to be wearing clothes in the water.

This week is our annual Charity Pyjama Week where we raise money for Children’s Hospital Pyjamas who donate pyjamas to poorly children staying in hospital. You can also donate to Children’s Hospital Pyjamas by bringing a new pair of pyjamas to your class if your local pool is collecting.

Well done to all of our swimmers, teachers and parents for joining in and having lots of fun in the pool! 💦

07/10/2026

It’s our Water Safety Pyjama Week! 💦

Puddle Ducks Pyjama Week teaches invaluable personal survival skills as well as being lots of fun! All our classes have a water safety element to them every week, however, our Pyjama Week gives all our swimmers an opportunity to see what it might feel like to be wearing clothes in the water.

This week is our annual Charity Pyjama Week where we raise money for who donate pyjamas to poorly children staying in hospital. You can also donate to Children’s Hospital Pyjamas by bringing a new pair of pyjamas to your class if your local pool is collecting!

05/10/2026

It’s our Water Safety Pyjama Week with our charity partner Children’s Hospital Pyjamas 💦

Puddle Ducks Water Safety Pyjama Week teaches invaluable personal survival skills as well as being lots of fun!  
During these special lessons, children (and their grown-ups if in the pool) come to class in their pyjamas and experience what it feels like to swim in clothes. This helps them understand how different the water feels in real-life situations, while still enjoying the songs, games and activities they love. 

It’s a brilliant way to give children practical skills and confidence in the water, while also reassuring parents that their little ones know what to do if they ever find themselves in the water unexpectedly. 
 
Our swimmers (and teachers!) always look forward to Pyjama Week - it’s a memorable milestone and a valuable part of your child’s swimming journey.

01/10/2026

Let’s celebrate our Puddle Ducks parents! We appreciate everything you do to help your little ones reach their swimming milestones! 💦

Here at Puddle Ducks we love to see grown-ups and children having fun with each other! Our classes incorporate rhyme, music and movement based on extensive child development research and the benefits to both parent and baby of swimming together are immense. Supporting skin and eye contact, being fun and socially stimulating, and a wonderful way to relax and spend time with your child. 

Find your nearest Puddle Ducks class today!

30/09/2026

Puddle Ducks Baby & Pre-school and Swim Academy teachers are trained to the highest standard by the best in the business. Not only will you have internationally recognised STA qualifications, but you will be specially trained in the 100% child-led Puddle Ducks and Swim Academy programmes.  

Our swimming teachers come from all walks of life but they all bond over their love of the way we teach children to swim here at Puddle Ducks. Previous swim teacher experience isn’t necessary, but we do look for a few basics when we are recruiting. We are looking for someone who: 

💧Can swim 25m and is confident diving to the bottom of a pool.
💧Is confident, friendly, flexible and reliable. 
💧Has a passion for working with children. 
💧Has a driving licence and access to a car.
💧Is willing to commit to training over several months.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

28/09/2026

What a fantastic achievement! Best friends from
Puddle Ducks to National Championships! 

Lottie and her best friend Amber, daughter of Puddle Ducks franchisee Jay Nash (Puddle Ducks Chester, Wirral & North Wales), first splashed into the pool together at Puddle Ducks Holywell Leisure Centre. Fast forward 10 years, after completing the Puddle Ducks programme through to our Elite Swim Academy, these two best friends, now 12 years old, are making waves at the National Swimming Championships competing together for Holywell Swimming Club.

Lottie is excelling in breaststroke while Amber is soaring through the water as an avid butterfly swimmer. From those early Puddle Ducks lessons to competing on the national stage, their journey is a wonderful reminder of how swimming can create friendships and inspire young swimmers to achieve incredible things. Good luck girls, everyone here at Puddle Ducks is cheering you on!

26/09/2026

The fabulous Toy Gift Pack is the perfect accessory when going on holiday and includes our most popular Puddle Ducks toys with a saving of over 25%*! 🐥

The pack includes a Puddle Ducks Rubber Duck, a Duck Puppet Bath Mitt, and a very cuddly 'Puddle the Duck'! £23.99.

https://my.puddleducks.com/shop/bath-bed-pack-

24/09/2026

Our free trials give you the opportunity to experience our lessons and chat to the teacher before signing up to our classes. They are simply a taster session and there is no obligation to sign up following the class however we will be in contact with you after your trial to see how you got on and if you would be interested in joining the Puddle Ducks family.
 
There are so many reasons why children thrive in our classes. From our warm pools, the use of music and rhymes and the wonderful bonding opportunities with their grown up. We also hear time and time again from our Puddle Ducks parents how much they appreciate the routine of coming to Puddle Ducks and the wonderful opportunity to connect with other parents in their classes.

Sign up for your free trial today! https://www.puddleducks.com/puddle-ducks-free-trial?

23/09/2026

Your child’s swimming journey can start at any time but what ‘learn-to-swim’ environment do you want for them? 

Swim Academy, brought to you by the child swimming experts at Puddle Ducks, has a supported learning approach that works. We start with our teachers in the water with your child and we keep our ratios small. Why? With a maximum teacher to child ratio of 1:4 we have developed beginner levels that means your child will never wear a fixed buoyancy aid. Our expert teachers can support swimmers on an individual level, to discover their body’s natural buoyancy in the water, a crucial skill were they to ever fall into water. 
Our swimmers are involved in their own learning; we teach them cause and effect; we ask them questions and make sure they understand why they are performing certain activities and what it will lead to – the child is empowered to achieve their goals because they know why they are doing it. We build them up as individuals as well as swimmers; every element of our programme advances their confidence and their skills. Swim Academy, brought to you by the experts at Puddle Ducks. Let’s Do This.

22/09/2026

Make every swim trip easier with a Puddle Ducks Tote Bag – roomy enough for towels, costumes and everything in between. 🏊

Waterproof, practical and featuring a secure zipped pocket, it's a must-have for every swimming lesson. £8.99 from our online shop. 🐥

https://my.puddleducks.com/shop/puddle-ducks-tote-bag-

14/05/2026

CLASSES START THIS SUNDAY AT EVERLAST FITNESS IN LECKWITH, CARDIFF!!!

With the lovely Kim, we have child led classes for children from 6 months - 4 years starting this Sunday morning!

9am Little Dippers (2.5 years+)
9:30am Kickers (15 - 30 months)
10am Splashers (6 - 15 months)

Our nurturing, child led classes are the perfect way to get your little one swimming. Book in here to secure your spot - https://www.puddleducks.com/local-teams/south-east-wales/our-pools-classes/everlast-fitness-cardiff

No sure if you'll love it? Just send an enquiry and ask for a free trial!

Email [email protected] for more information.

17/04/2026

BRAND NEW PUDDLE DUCKS CLASSES COMING TO EVERLAST FITNESS CARDIFF ON SUNDAY MORNINGS IN MAY!

We're so excited to announce new baby & preschool classes for 0-4 year olds in Leckwith on Sunday mornings from May 17th - get in touch to book your space now!

This is a great opportunity for your little one to start getting water confident, whilst providing you both with a wonderful bonding experience.

✅Our classes are small
✅The pool is great - plenty of free parking and places for a coffee afterwards!
✅100% child led
✅Aids brain and muscle development
✅Great way to make friends

For more information or to book your space please visit our website, link in the bio or below:
🔗https://www.puddleducks.com/local-teams/south-east-wales/our-pools-classes/everlast-fitness-cardiff

Weekend classes book fast so these rare spaces won't stay around for long.

28/03/2026

🔎 Are you still looking for swimming lessons for your child? Why not come along with your child to a FREE swimming class at the Novotel Cardiff?

After the Easter break we’d love you to come along and see what our lessons are all about, giving you and your children the chance to experience the child-led, progressive, and fun swimming lessons from Puddle Ducks 💦🐥.

📍 Novotel Cardiff, CF10 4RT
📅 Wednesday 15th April
💷 Cost: FREE

✳️ BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL - please email [email protected] to book in✳️

Puddle Ducks operates a monthly payment system where customers pay in advance to secure their space in their class. When you join Puddle Ducks, your joining payment will be for enough lessons to take you just past the date of your first monthly payment (this date varies depending on where you swim)....

27/03/2026

Swim with Puddle Ducks in Cardiff!

We have classes at the Novotel Cardiff, CF10 4RT (Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) and Fitzalan High School, CF11 8AP (Saturdays)

Our lovely child-led classes are perfect for little ones to build confidence and start their swimming journey.

Visit the website or email [email protected] to find out more :)

27/03/2026

🔎 Are you still looking for swimming lessons for your child? Why not book them in to a FREE swimming class with us to meet our teachers and see how they get on?

We have beginner classes for children from 4-10 years at the following pools, giving children the chance to experience the child-led, progressive, and fun swimming lessons from Puddle Ducks 💦🐥

📍 Holiday Inn Newport, NP18 2YG: Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays
📍 Novotel Cardiff, CF10 4RT: Thursdays and Sundays
📍 Fitzalan High School, CF11 8AP: Saturdays

💷 Cost: FREE
✳️ BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL ✳️

To book in, please email [email protected] letting us know what pool you're interested in!

24/03/2026

👉👉 Join us after-school at the Holiday Inn Newport!
📍 Holiday Inn Newport, The Coldra, NP18 2YG
📅 Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 4:15pm.

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. Teachers remain in the water with children for Level 1 and Level 2 classes, with a 4 child : 1 teacher ratio.

18/03/2026

Swim with Puddle Ducks! We have lovely, child-led classes for babies and children from birth to ten years at the Novotel Cardiff, CF10 4RT.

Our unique approach means we progress children at the pace that works for them, never forcing, never undermining.

Whether your child already loves the water or has never dipped a toe before, everyone is welcome at Puddle Ducks!

12/03/2026

Daniel started his Puddle Ducks journey at 4 weeks old, and he filmed our TV adverts with us back in 2018 when he was 2. Now he's absolutely flying in Swim Academy Level 3, having achieved his 5m and 10m awards! Take your little one on their own Puddle Ducks swimming journey by visiting our website today:

11/03/2026

Blowing bubbles is one of the first skills our swimmers learn in lessons, starting with even the youngest of babies. It’s the foundation for exhaling whilst swimming. There is never any pressure for your child to put their face into the water, but we find that by watching you and their fellow swimmers our little ones are definitely more encouraged to give it a go! It’s a great little activity to add to your bathtime routine at home, so why not give it a try today?