Turning Water Lovers
Into Champs
Since 1993
South Africa's largest swim school for babies, toddlers, children and adults — 16 branches, 10,000+ swimmers every month, across South Africa and Namibia.
Safe, Confident Swimmers for Life
Since 1993, Kiddies Aqua has been South Africa's most trusted name in children's swimming education. Our exclusive Self-Rescue Water Safety Method, strict 1:3 instructor ratio, highly trained and experienced swimming instructors and modern-heated indoor pools create the perfect environment for every swimmer — from 6 months to adult.
- Free first lesson — no commitment required
- Programmes from 6 months to adult
- 16 branches across South Africa and Namibia
- POPI-compliant, safe and secure
Watch the Kiddies Aqua Story
See our instructors, our pools, and the smiles of thousands of safe, confident swimmers — every single day, across 16 branches.
Swimmers of every age, background, and ability — welcome at Kiddies Aqua
Find the Right Programme
From a baby's first safe float to high-performance competition — world-class instruction for every stage of life.
6–24 Months
Self-Rescue for Babies
Using the internationally acclaimed Les Bébés Amphibies International method, we teach babies to roll onto their backs and float independently for up to 15 minutes — even fully clothed. The most powerful layer of drowning protection available before your child can walk.
View Details 2–12 Years
Learn-to-Swim
A three-phase progressive journey from first splashes to competitive readiness, with a strict maximum ratio of 1 instructor to 3 children. Children advance through Foundation, Intermediate, and Advanced levels at their own pace under qualified supervision.
View Details 6–16 Years
Stroke Correction
The natural next step after Learn-to-Swim. Focused on biomechanical precision across all four competitive strokes, race-specific interval training, and gala preparation — helping good swimmers become great competitors.
View Details 8–16 Years
Competitive Development
High-performance coaching bridging Learn-to-Swim Advanced and elite club training. Race-pace conditioning, advanced starts and turns, biomechanical analysis, and mental preparation for school galas and inter-schools competition.
View Details 18+ Years
Adult Swimming
Fully private, 1-on-1 sessions with your instructor in the water alongside you. Two tracks: Beginner (overcoming fear, learning basics) and Intermediate/Advanced (stroke efficiency, endurance, triathlon prep). Judgement-free environment for adults at any level.
View Details Any AgeSpecial Needs — KA-CARE
KA-CARE provides one-on-one aquatic therapy and education for individuals with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Muscular Dystrophy, and other conditions. Three core pillars: personalised attention, fun-filled learning, and holistic motor, cognitive, and emotional development.
View Details AdultsWater Aerobics
A dynamic, instructor-led group fitness programme using the natural resistance of water for a full-body, low-impact workout. Cardio, strength, and flexibility combined in customisable routines suitable for all fitness levels — including post-injury rehabilitation.
View DetailsLevel Finder
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No Risk, No Cost
Your Child's First Lesson Is Completely Free
- Free first lesson with professional assessment
- Free Kiddies Aqua swim cap when you join
- Free Kiddies Aqua swim bag when you join
- Zero joining fee · Zero admin fee
- Month-to-month — cancel with 30 days notice
100% Free
No obligation. No credit card. Just show up.
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Free Family Water Safety Audit
Worldwide, around 300,000 people drown every year — and more than 90% of those deaths are preventable (WHO, 2024). Our expert-designed audit covers 10 safety categories, gives you a personalised risk score, and provides a free downloadable safety plan.
Nationwide
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Real Classes · Real Children
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Swimming Saves Lives
Drowning kills around 300,000 people worldwide every year — more than 30 every hour — and children under 5 account for nearly a quarter of them. The WHO African Region carries the highest drowning rate on earth. Yet more than 90% of these deaths are preventable, and teaching children to swim is one of the WHO's top-recommended interventions.
Drowning deaths worldwide every year — more than 30 every hour
People, mainly children, will drown by 2050 if nothing changes
Of drowning deaths are preventable through swimming education
Source: WHO Global Status Report on Drowning Prevention, 2024.
See the full global drowning crisis →
Don't wait. Give your child the ultimate life skill today.
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Why South African Parents Trust Us
SSA Accredited
Water Safe
Best of Pretoria 2025
Strict 1:3 Ratio
Maximum 3 children per instructor at all times — every child gets hands-on attention, progresses faster, and is never lost in a crowd.
Heated Indoor Pools
All pools are heated to a comfortable 32°C year-round, so lessons continue safely through winter without any disruption to your child's progress.
Exclusive Les Bébés Amphibies International Method
KASA is Africa's exclusive provider of the French Les Bébés Amphibies International infant self-rescue water safety technique established by Jean Fouace — the world's longest and most trusted infant self-rescue water safety technique for infants.
33 Years of Excellence
Since 1993, we have built, refined, and proven our teaching methods across more than three decades and hundreds of thousands of lessons nationwide.
Princess Charlene Partner
We are proud partners of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation SA — a global leader in the fight against drowning, particularly among children.
No Obligation Free Lesson
Your child's first lesson is 100% free — no obligation, no joining fee, no credit card. Just arrive, meet our instructors, and see the magic for yourself.
What Parents Say About Us
We had an amazing experience here. The instructors are professional, patient and caring. Our daughter was terrified of water and now she swims independently. What a change in only a few months!
Anriette O.
Menlo Park
The 1:3 instructor ratio is not just a marketing line — you actually see it. My son gets real individual attention every single lesson. Best decision we made for his safety.
Jacques P.
Centurion — Wierdapark
I brought my baby in at 6 months using the Amphibies programme. Watching her float independently by 9 months gave me complete peace of mind. I recommend KASA to every parent I know.
Taryn B.
Hatfield — TUKS (Hillcrest Sports Campus)
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Are you a pre-school or primary school? Discover our School Partnership Programme
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Our Affiliations & Partnerships
Trusted by the people who set the standard
From global drowning-prevention foundations to South Africa's national federation and the country's largest swimming club, the partnerships behind Kiddies Aqua reflect three decades of credibility, accreditation, and shared mission.
Affiliations
Princess Charlene SA
Kiddies Aqua is the official Gauteng representative.
ACAF
Supporting water safety in underserved communities across Africa.
Centre for World Peace
Global partner in our shared mission of child welfare and safety.
Swimming SA
Affiliated national federation. We also work alongside Namibia Swimming Federation, the World Swimming Coaches Association and the Tuks Swimming Coaches Association.
Strategic Partners
TuksSwimming
South Africa's largest swimming club. Direct pathway from infancy to Olympic-level training. Partnership since 2016.
Amphibies Babies Africa
Exclusive African licensee of Les Bébés Amphibies (Switzerland).
