A class for every stage.

From the very first time your baby touches the water to confident, capable swimmers — we have programs that grow with your child.

Baby Programs · 2 months – 1.5yrs

Tiny pearls, big beginnings.

Our youngest swimmers begin a lifelong love of the water through play, song and gentle skill-building — all in mum or dad's arms.

Parent and baby in the pool at a newborn class
8 weeks – 15 weeks

Free Newborn Classes

The very first introduction. Babies and parents experience water safely and gently and also includes newborn education. The very best start to your child's water journey. 20 minute sessions on Tuesday and Fridays.

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Baby enjoying a Little Pearls class in the pool
4 – 8 months

Little Pearls

Our signature beginning baby class, songs, water games and breath association in a warm calm environment.

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Mobile baby building skills in a Pearls class
8 months – 1.5yrs

Pearls

Progressing skills for the mobile baby with more independent activities.

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Toddler programs · 1.5 – 3.5 yrs

Curious, confident, splashy.

Toddlers learn through play. These classes blend song, movement and skill-building so your little one builds water confidence one giggle at a time.

Toddler and parent in an Anemone class
1.5 – 2.5 yrs

Anemone

Building independence in the water — kicking, paddling, water safety activities, all in a parent and child format.

Toddler building confidence in an Octopus class
2.5 – 3.5 yrs

Octopus

The last step before independent lessons. Toddlers gain confidence, control and the foundations of true swimming.

Seahorse transition class with instructor
3 – 3.5 yrs

Seahorse

The toddler to independent transition. Children start working with their instructor without a parent in the water. For the toddler who is socially and emotionally ready to leave their parent on the side.

Learn to Swim · 3 – 6 yrs

Independent swimmers, growing every week.

From their first solo class to fluent freestyle, our learn to swim levels guide each child gently through every milestone.

Little Pearls swim level mascots from Seahorse through Dolphin
Yabby, Crayfish and Crab learn to swim levels
3.5 – 4.5 yrs

Yabby · Crayfish · Crab

Progressive levels developing core skills: floating, kicking, arm strokes and confidence under water.

Jellyfish to Barra learn to swim levels
4.5 – 6 yrs

Jellyfish · Penguin · Stingray · Barra

From beginners to stroke development. You can start swimming at any age. Freestyle and backstroke begin to take shape, with regular breathing patterns and longer distances.

Starfish and Turtles beginner classes for 6 years and over
6 yrs +

Starfish · Turtles

For beginners from 6 years of age. It is never too late to begin swimming lessons. We have a level for all. Building confidence and water safety skills along with learning freestyle and backstroke.

Stroke Development · 6 yrs +

Strong, lifelong swimmers.

Refined stroke technique, endurance and water safety skills — preparing children for school squad, surf, ocean and pool, for life.

Seals and Sharks stroke development class
6 yrs +

Seals · Sharks

All 4 strokes developing. Stronger endurance and an emphasis on stroke quality.

Dolphins and Platypus squad-ready swimmers
6 yrs +

Dolphins · Platypus

Squad ready swimmers. Refining technique, building stamina, learning racing skills and water safety mastery.

When we swim

Class times

Lessons run Tuesday to Saturday. Baby and toddler classes are busiest in the mornings; independent learn-to-swim and stroke levels fill afternoon and Saturday slots.

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Baby & toddler

Tuesday – Friday · 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday · 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

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Learn to swim & stroke

Tuesday – Saturday · morning and afternoon sessions (level dependent). Contact us for current availability.

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FREE NEWBORN

Pool classes for babies 8 – 15 weeks, including newborn education on Tuesdays and Fridays (20 minute classes).

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Adult learn to swim

Every Tuesday · 6:15 pm – 7:00 pm (bookings essential)

Reception is open Tuesday – Saturday (closed Mondays and Sundays). Existing families can also check the parents portal for the live timetable.

Private lessons

One-on-one attention.

For swimmers who need a little extra focus — children through adults, one-on-one. $60 for a 30-minute private lesson, scheduled outside our regular timetable.

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Adult lessons

It's never too late.

$25 per class — every Tuesday 6:15pm to 7pm (bookings essential). Beginners, water confidence and stroke learning in a calm space; max 4 per class with quiet time as the only adult class running.

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Your first visit

What to expect at your first lesson

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1. Get in touch

Call or message us — we'll help find the right level.

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2. Book a trial

Come along for a trial lesson before committing.

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3. Splash & smile

Small classes, gentle teaching, lots of fun.

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4. Grow with us

Term-on-term, watch confidence and skill build.

Find your child's level.

Not sure where to start? Tell us your child's age and we'll match them to the right class.

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Visit us in Cairns

1 Cumberland Avenue, Smithfield

Heated indoor pool · Boutique trauma-free lessons · Babies through to adults