Best swimming classes in Johannesburg: find options near you

This is the best swimming school that offers a safe and supportive environment for learning, and it caters to toddlers, kids, and adults. They have well-maintained facilities, quality equipment, and top-notch instructors. They also offer training for competitive swimmers. Now I know proper swimming techniques and water safety. If you’re looking for an affordable school that offers more lessons, Splash Aquademy is for you and not forgetting that their lessons are 40 minutes and most swimming schools are 30 minutes.

I am a retired senior citizen aged 66. I joined Splash Aquademy end of October 2024 as a birthday gift to myself…swimming had always been my great passion. However I never knew how to swim…I am so glad I took the plunge…every lesson has been so enjoyable. The instructors that have been teaching me…Coach Diedier…Gavin…Tiffany and Jose are the best. They are so kind…very friendly…patient and encouraging. I feel so safe, comfortable & relaxed in the pool. The whole atmosphere surrounding the pool feels like a holiday resort… so tranquil & absolutely inviting…I am actually so fascinated with what I have achieved with their expertise and dedication…I feel as though I am becoming a natural born swimmer in such a short space of time. I would highly recommend Splash Aquademy to anyone aged from…0 to 99.
So please sign up today…swimming is a life skill… ‍♂️

Good day, Christel.

I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation and admiration for the outstanding instruction Nthabiseng provided during my swimming lesson today. Her patience, expertise, and enthusiasm have made a significant impact on my progress and confidence in the water.

Her ability to break down complex techniques into manageable parts and provide constructive feedback has been invaluable. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my lesson and look forward to continuing to improve. And also thanks to the greater team as well, for the exceptional instructions, and for making my swimming journey so enjoyable!

Best regards,

Palesa Shokgolo

My son hates sports or any form of exercise so when I took him for the swimming lessons I thought he was going to hate it and quit after the first lesson. But because of the friendly instructors he was so excited after each session and couldn’t wait to go back for more. Thank you for the great experience. You guys are absolutely the best !!

My daughter was so nervous for her first lesson but Teacher Tiffany was so patient with her that she didn’t even realise that she was in the water… now she only wants Teacher Tiff and even calls her cute. I cant wait to start my lessons, and thank you very much for what you are doing for my daughter

Baby Fishes is such a wonderful swim school. My first born started there at 8 months and is very confident and can swim on his own without any floatation devices at 3.5 years. The teachers are kind and patient. They allow children to progress through levels and tailor the lessons to the child’s ability while gently pushing them to achieve more but never forcing. The pool is warm and clean. The lessons incorporate pool safety and learning through play. Would highly recommend.

Loving our experience at Baby Fishes Swim School! My son is only on his second lesson, but he’s already having so much fun. Teacher Jane is amazing—so patient and great at building his confidence in the water. Excited to see where this journey takes him!

My daughter just started swimming classes.

She loves it! She loves the songs and play and the individual attention.

Teacher is kind, compassionate, gentle and awesome with her.

The classes are very informative and it’s lovely to see my baby enjoy her swimming.

The facility is clean and well kept. Staff are so friendly and welcoming.

10/10 recommend Baby Fishes Bedfordview for your little ones.

So happy with Baby Fishes swimming school! My 2-year-old enjoys each lesson and they really make it fun, while still teaching key skills. The instructor is very professional and patient.The water is nice and warm too. Highly recommended!

We had a fantastic time at baby fishes both me and baby!
The staff is so friendly and welcoming. They made us feel very comfortable and safe. The facility is superb. Clean, safe and modern. The water temperature was nice and warm for me and baby. The changing areas are well equipped and clean, with heaters in the bathrooms as well to keep us cosy.

A fun an exiting place for kids to play during a Hot summer day with nearby spaza shops for your KOTA ( Bunny chow) & Barbers to do your haircut and More..

it’s an in door heated pool for all the you wanna do rain or shine

Indoor pool, which makes it possible to swim even when raining. Well maintained.

Nice place but yoh kids enter that place without taking a bath , you will find your self swimming with dirty kids n water will turns dirty also

Went there today, online it says they are open til 5 PM…when we got there the community tells us that it is closed and will open on the 1st of October…and I called twice but no one picked up which sucks because I spent a lot of money on Ubers to and fro my place.

Very professional institution, the stuff is friendly from the admin to swimming lessons where they coach you. Before I attended their lessons I could merely swim but after attending with them I can confidently swim in deep and long pools. Thanks to their patience and willingness to teach.

My child was very unhappy with the lessons. The teacher was rude and impatient. Also the property needs a lot of maintenance. The roof was very rusty and seems like it could collapse on us at any moment. I will definitely NOT recommend.

Had the best experience as a first time swimmer. The instructors were friendly and helpful. Today I can confirm that I’m never going to drown again with the lessons I had.

Thanks Khani and to the whole team.

Thank you Irena team, I’ve never seen my son so happy in the water & making such great progress. I’m really glad we took a decision to bring him to your school. Keep up the amazing work!

I don’t normally write reviews but I just could not say anything about this Swim School. I took the special package and I’m glad to say I will be enrolling soon for regular classes. Teachers are professional, encouraging and patient. Thee best

I have been bringing my kids to Sandton swim school for almost five years now, and I can confidently say it has been a fantastic experience. The instructors are patient, professional, and truly dedicated to helping children develop strong swimming skills while building their confidence in the water.

Over the years, I’ve seen incredible progress in my kids’ swimming abilities. The classes are well-structured, and the staff ensures that each child receives the attention they need. The facility is always clean and well-maintained, creating a safe and comfortable environment for learning.

What I appreciate most is the encouraging and positive atmosphere. The team genuinely cares about the students, and their approach makes swimming lessons enjoyable and engaging. Whether it’s beginner lessons or advanced training, they cater to all skill levels with great expertise.

I highly recommend Sandton Swim School to any parent looking for a top-notch swim school. It’s been an amazing journey watching my kids grow into confident swimmers here!

We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Sandton Swim School! My 3.5-year-old son, Jake, started off as a very cautious and fearful swimmer—he didn’t even want to get in the water. There were lots of tears, screams, and clinging at the beginning, but thanks to his amazing teacher’s patience, kindness, and encouragement, he has come such a long way.

Week by week, Jake has gained more confidence, and it’s been incredible to watch his progress. The teachers make learning fun through play, which keeps him engaged while helping him build essential swimming skills. The indoor pool is a huge plus because it means he can keep learning year-round without losing momentum.

The environment at Sandton Swim School is warm, welcoming, and professional. The teachers are all highly qualified and follow a consistent, supportive approach to teaching. They’re also super accommodating and always happy to answer any questions or concerns. Parents have the option to sit outside or inside, making it easy to watch and support their little ones.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience, and I love seeing Jake improve each week. If you’re looking for a fantastic swim school
that prioritizes both skill and confidence-building in a fun, nurturing way, I highly recommend Sandton Swim School!

The extraordinary team at Sandton Swim School perfectly balance technical swimming skills, safety and play. It’s been a fantastic journey watching both my girls swimming confidence grow week by week! Thank you team 🙂

We absolutely love Sandton Swim School! The instructors are incredible—so patient, kind, and attentive. They make my son feel truly loved and supported, always accommodating his needs and ensuring he
feels comfortable in the water. Their teaching approach is both fun and effective, and I’ve seen so much progress in his confidence and swimming skills. It’s clear they genuinely care about each child, and that makes all the difference. I highly recommend this swim school to any parent looking for a warm and welcoming environment for their little one❤️

Fantastic swim school. My daughter’s first month and she is showing great improvement. Alex is a great teacher and Aaliyah enjoys her lessons and looking forward to.

I cannot recommend Swimsational enough! My daughter has truly enjoyed every minute of her time in the pool. The instructors are fantastic, creating a positive and encouraging environment that has made learning to swim an enjoyable experience for her.

I’m thrilled to share that she can now swim completely unassisted, and it’s all thanks to the dedicated team at Swimsational. The progress she’s made is remarkable, and I’m so proud of her achievements. Thank you, Swimsational, for building her confidence and teaching her such an important life skill. We couldn’t have asked for a better swim school!

This is by far the most amazing swimming school I’ve ever come across. My daughter began a year ago and now is a professional in every sense of the word

She actually had a near swimming accident but due to all the lessons with her Coach, she was able to get out of the water and not have any fear.

Her Coach is beautiful and has such patience and love ❤️! Verena is the best and very loving and couldn’t have asked for a better Coach for my daughter.

I can’t say enough good things about Swimsational Swim School! From the very start, the process has been seamless and stress-free. The sign-up process was straightforward, and the administration and accounts are so well organized that we could enroll, pay, and book classes all online without ever needing to visit the office in person.

The coaches at Swimsational are fantastic! They are friendly, professional, patient, and incredibly gentle with the kids. They know how to balance being encouraging and firm, which has been a game-changer for my children. My son joined with a real fear of water; he wouldn’t even go near the pool without tears. Thanks to the coaches’ understanding and gentle approach, he’s now swimming with just a noodle – a huge step forward for him!

The small class sizes are another big plus, as each child gets dedicated attention, which has really boosted my kids’ confidence in the water. I am so glad we chose Swimsational – it’s been an excellent experience for us all. Highly recommend!

I highly recommend that you do not sign up your kids with these people. They are SCAMMERS! They falsely advertised that they offering 3 free lessons for their swim clinic in December and one can pay for January. I sign up. As you can see on the photos on 3rd December 2024 Nicole (the scam mastermind) asks me after one lesson if I want to continue swimming for January 2025. I tell I will let her know on 13 December. She agrees. Then she asks me for payment on 11 December 2024.

She ignores me after I explain the ad to her. Days later I called to tell her we will no longer be swimming with them due to the false advertisement. I can not associate with such lack of integrity. I told her they can use the fees I paid for January as fees for December. We won’t be swimming with them going forward.

Nicole and Shiane continue to harass me for payment. Today 15 April I receive a call from debt collectors asking for R3000. I tell the debt collector everything. He was appalled at such low behaviour.

Typical scammers. Want money for doing nothing. I was very clear on December 2024 that I will no longer continue swimming with them.

Swimsational is absolutely amazing. I joined in the beginning of 2024 with my partner and our 2 year-old daughter. For a person who had never been in a pool, couldn’t swim. The coach was patient and she pushed me to my best potential and I can confidently say I can swim now. My daughter is also doing well and she is enjoying her lessons.

I did my confined scuba diving water session at aqua marine aquatics academy. Great swimming pool, pools are heated. Extremely friendly staff. Ample parking, super clean bathrooms – with 1 toilet, a shower and a tiny changing area. Cute little Kids play area. There’s a coffee shop – they sell refreshments, Anusha (the lady behind the counter) sells Indian cuisine. Overall, everything is well maintained.

Devon is a star! wonderful day recapping techniques. he has vast knowledge and dishes out plenty of practical advice to improve our scuba diving skills..love love love

We have gone through two swim schools in the area and we have found our forever home. Gilla is an excellent introductory instructor, strives to ensure that kids are comfortable in the water and is ever so gentle and passionate with the kiddies.
We also love our transition to Tristan who is excellent in strokes and harder swimming techniques, our daughter is very happy at Aqua Marine.

If you’re looking at a swim school, this is your sign to give Aqua Marine Aquatics a chance you will not regret.

Great swimming school for kids off all ages. The staff are very caring, and they try their best to accommodate their clients.
Pools are heated, so classes go throughout the year.

The instructors are really friendly and patient. I learnt alot, I have gained confidence in water. I would definitely recommend!!!

Thank you to the team at Swimmly Swim School

You guys are amazing, and have empowered my family and I with this life saving skill. The team is friendly and extremely patient with both kids and adults. They go the extra mile to ensure their clients are comfortable. As an added convince you can also get your car washed while you watch your kids swim.

We truly have enjoyed our time at Funky swim school. Tes and her team are wonderful with the kids. My younger son was afraid of water when we started and now he loves to swim. I would highly recommend the school to anyone wanting to learn critical life saving skills.

Amazing swim school with super amazing teachers.

My son is a sensory child and they took him in and made him love swimming despite the fact that I couldn’t get him to wear a cap.

I was sad to have to cancel, but Saturday mornings were always a struggle. Thanks to their amazing work, my son was able to start swimming at school.

Thank you so much for helping us!

Swimmly Swim School has ABSOLUTELY changed my life – I highly highly recommend them.

I drowned as a child and had been carrying the trauma over many many years. I had tried swimming at school and many swim schools as an adult but every-time i would get into a pool i would feel re-traumatized and regress. The team at Swimmly changed this for me – over an above the amazing swimming & survival skills i learned, the team was extremely patient and provided psychological support during my swimming journey. For every fear i had (rational and irrational) they provided various options and tactics to help me get over it and build confidence in my own way – this made a massive difference as they did not apply a one size fits all approach

Today i am a confident pool swimmer with great survival skills. I will forever be grateful to the team for the impact this has had on my life as a whole.

My Son has been going to Funky Swim for Years and he just loves the one on one attention. They are patient, kind and treat him like their own child. Its like going to learn how to swim with Family. Thank you for everything that you do for him.

A Milestone Worth Celebrating!

When our daughter Milah was about to turn 3, she faced a tough challenge, needing an emergency operation that left her with a fear of water. We tried everything to help her, but it was Coach Dan at Seahorses Sunninghill who made all the difference.

Thanks to his patience, understanding, and commitment, Milah now loves the water! She swims with confidence and joy, never missing a lesson, no matter the weather or the power cuts. We also played our part, attending every lesson, even in the cold pools during LoadShedding.

Today, Milah swims like a fish and enjoys every moment in the pool. We’re so grateful to Coach Dan for his hard work and dedication.

Go Dan, go Dan, you are the man! ‍♀️

With lots of love and gratitude,
The Berry Family ❤️

Little Seahorses has be an amazing experience for the get go. Their swimming coaches are so friendly and supportive of the kids. Seeing my daughters swimming grown from strength to strength has been so incredibly and rewarding. I am looking forward to what lies ahead for her.

This has to be the best swimming classes for my little one. He loves the water but was not so confident and comfortable and after 2months he was so confident in the pool and always remembers each and every lesson teacher Erin teachers him. It’s been more than a year now and it’s part of our routine to have swimming classes. This the best school that understands little ones and takes time to teach them patiently with so much care for them to do better each lesson. Oh and play time is the best! It just makes his whole week! Thanks little seahorses swimming school!

Little Seahorses is fantastic. Coach Dan does an incredible job at making swimming fun for the babies. We have seen immense improvement in our son’s swimming abilities and confidence.

Started taking my daughter there when she was about 3 years old (she’s 10 this year). The team has been great, and I’ve watched her grow from monkey bars to galas now. Little seahorses has been instrumental in my daughter’s swimming journey in all spheres – techniques, confidence in herself.. Big shout out to Duncan, Daniel and Becky!! Thank you so much

Melville Swimming Pool is a facility with a lot to offer. The pool itself is well-maintained and provides ample space for swimmers of all levels to enjoy. The water is clean, and the pool is of a size that accommodates both casual swimmers and those looking to get in some serious laps.The facility also boasts a pleasant surrounding environment, with well-kept grounds that add to the overall ambiance. It’s a great spot for families, individuals, or groups to enjoy a day out, especially on a warm day when a refreshing swim is just what’s needed.Furthermore, the staff on-site are generally friendly and approachable, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. With the right crowd management, this could easily be one of the best public swimming pools in the area.In conclusion, Melville Swimming Pool has many strengths, including its well-maintained facilities, clean water, and friendly staff. it has the potential to offer an even better experience for all visitors.

No space for picnic, needs more seating areas and grass for comfort.

Just visited today and it’s an awesome facility. One thing I’d like to see difference in when I visit again is that the pool be brushed or scrubbed to remove the algae on the sides of the inner pool wall. But other than that, place was good. Lifeguard was present and vigilant

I urge the management to start maintaining the rest rooms.
Service the tables and mantain the lawn also.
The prices must start to be constant with an early note of price changes.
Hence or otherwise there’s great service regarding the life guards.

This pool is very dirty, we couldn’t stay. Algues all over the walls, the pool has even turned green. Please get people that know how to keep it clean all the time