about paddle tots swim school

Paddle Tots was established by Lisa Cross in 2004 as a specialist swim school in Auckland catering solely for babies and toddlers. Originally trained in the United Kingdom all Lisa's qualifications have been converted to the ‘Swimming New Zealand’ requirements of Assistant Swim Instructor, Infant and Pre School Swim Instructor.

The school is a member of the ‘Quality Swim School’ group which performs audits on a regular basis to ensure professional standards are being followed and implemented. This gives parents the confidence their children are being taught to swim safely and using best practice methods.

We operate in Auckland out of a warm pool with a temperature of 33 degrees. This is recommended by medical and baby swimming professionals throughout the world as the most suitable temperature for babies and toddlers.

The environment in which your baby learns to swim is vital to ensure their swimming lesson is positive, therefore our friendly, relaxed and safe atmosphere coupled with this fabulous pool ensures a happy experience for you both.