Our Top-Quality Baby Swimming Lessons Are Great for Everyone

La Petite Baleen Swim Schools has been teaching infants how to swim since our first baby swim class in 1979. Paving the way in swimming lessons for infants in San Francisco, CA, and the Bay Area, we help babies and their caregivers get comfortable in our AQUATIC CLASSROOM^SM and learn basic safety skills. Some parents are hesitant to participate in swim lessons before their baby can walk and wait for swimming lessons for toddlers, but we believe providing a key foundation in safety and basic water skills starting as young as two months old will help children enjoy swimming for the rest of their lives. Our baby swim lessons are all offered as joint caregiver-baby classes, so you are always in the water with your child. Taking the plunge into baby swimming lessons doesn’t have to be scary for your little one. Call us today to schedule your first class!

Free Infant Swimming Lessons at La Petite Baleen

There are tremendous benefits for infant swimmers, and we invite you now to take advantage of our Free Infant Swim program. Available for 2 month – 5-month-old infants, come and experience the joy of swimming with your newborn at one of our clean, warm-water locations. In these classes, you and your infant will learn about our award-winning curriculum which includes different holding techniques, swim positions, water safety, and plenty of songs and games!

Free Infant Swim Lessons are subject to availability. Our annual membership fee will be applied at the time of registration. When your baby turns 6 months old you will be auto-enrolled into our swim program and begin paying the appropriate swim class tuition rate for your class unless you decide to cancel your lessons before your promotion end date.

Questions about our Infant Swim Program? Our knowledgeable Swim formation staff can assist you. Call us at (866) 896-3603.

We have 4 San Francisco Bay Area Locations!

What Do Baby Swim Schools Teach Infants Learning to Swim?

Your infant, as well as their caregiver, will learn a lot with baby swimming lessons. From getting comfortable with the water to practicing underwater submersions, your baby will be guided through different exercises with our top-tier swim teachers. Learning how to swim at a young age isn’t just for fun. A 2009 research study found that participation in formal swimming lessons was associated with an 88 percent decrease in the risk of drowning in children ages one through four, and we are committed to providing a safe, reliable environment for you and your child. Your baby will learn several skills in our AQUATIC CLASSROOM^SM, including:

• Breath Control, Balance, & Buoyancy – These skills are taught to your baby through a series of songs and games to make it a fun learning environment.
• Enhanced Cognitive Function – Infant swim lessons can help your baby’s brain grow by utilizing movements that use both sides of the body. These movements combined with the tactile sensation of water can enhance mental development and learning later on in their life.
• Safety Skills – Your baby will learn things like underwater submersion, how to float on their back, and how to grasp the wall at our baby swim schools. Some parents worry their baby will get too comfortable with the water if they take swim classes early, but research has shown that lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by teaching kids key safety skills from a young age.
• Using Goggles – We will get your baby comfortable with using goggles while swimming. Fins are introduced by 12 months of age as well.
• Bonding Time – Bonding with your baby at this age is so important. Getting to splash in the water with a parent or other caregiver is a great bonding experience for infants during this key developmental phase. Singing songs, having skin-to-skin contact, and water play all contribute to having fun and cultivating positive interactions.

 We Prioritize & Teach Water Safety to Caregivers

At La Petite Baleen, we are also committed to helping the caregiver participating in the class learn about water safety and how to keep their baby safe around water. Here are some steps you can take to promote water safety to prevent drowning:

• Actively supervise your child while they swim.
• Know CPR and First Aid.
• Make sure the supervising adult knows how to swim.
• Make sure your kids know how to swim.
• Fence-in your pool.
• Keep your pool well-equipped with safety equipment.
• Beware of drains.
• Clean up toys when not in use.
• Never let your child swim alone.
• Make sure your children don’t engage in horseplay in the pool, including pushing others into a pool.

Swim Diaper Policy

All swimmers under the age of 3 years old are required to wear a non-disposable, snug-fitting swim diaper, even if they are potty trained. Swim diapers may be worn alone, or with a swimming suit over them. Swim diapers are available for purchase at all 4 LPB locations.

Why Choose La Petite Baleen for Swimming Lessons for Baby?

La Petite Baleen has been providing swim lessons in the San Francisco, CA, area for more than 40 years. Teaching all ages, from infants to adults, our AQUATIC CLASSROOMS^SM provide a fun, safe environment for all our swimmers and caregivers. Your baby will love getting comfortable in the water and having more independence as they learn new water skills alongside their caregiver. Our CPR and First Aid Certified swimming teachers are highly trained in the La Petite Baleen method of teaching swimming and look forward to instructing new students. Contact us today if you’re interested in learning more about our baby swimming lessons!