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Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex in Tonbridge

Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex

  1. Run by local parents Clive and Lindsay who are passionate about providing exceptional quality Puddle Ducks Aquanatal and Baby and Preschool classes to enable you to nurture a love of the water for life in your little ones.
    Swimming offers your baby a unique sensory experience and develops confidence in the water that lasts a lifetime, as well as truly magical one-to-one time for you and your baby.
    Taught in lovely warm pools with a maximum of 8 children, our classes incorporate rhyme, music and movement based on extensive child development research.
    We also teach invaluable water safety and personal survival skills from the start in our classes, which the children love practising in our termly pyjama parties!
    Although we have spent many years developing our progressive lesson plans, our teachers adapt every activity to suit every child. Our baby-led swimming approach ensures that your child's needs are expertly filled - never forcing development, but rather nurturing it to ensure a positive experience and love of swimming.
    As well as intensive Puddle Ducks training all our teachers are fully STA qualified and CRB checked so that you know that you and your baby are in safe hands. We also have poolside assistants at all our lessons to provide extra support and help to you and your child as soon as you arrive at the venue.
    You can begin your Puddle Ducks journey even before your bundle of joy arrives! Our Aquanatal classes are a perfect balance of relaxation, laughter and exercise - a wonderful way to unwind and stay healthy in pregnancy. Our teachers pass antenatal swimming training accredited by the Royal College of Midwives.
    If you have any questions or want to find out more please do email or call to chat to Lindsay about your individual needs.
    We look forward to welcoming you to our classes soon.

    • Puddle Ducks are delighted to announce bookings are now open for new classes at Brighton Hilton Metropole on Wednesday mornings starting 17th June. Call 01892 617246 or e-mail westkentandeastsussex@puddleducks.com; quote KalliKids for 10% discount!

      27 April 2015 - More announcements

    Areas covered

    Brighton, Burgess Hill, Crowborough, East Grinstead, Hassocks, Haywards Heath, Hildenborough, Hove, Maidstone, Otford, Ovingdean, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.

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    Locations

    • Tonbridge Fosse Bank School Mountains Country House, Noble Tree Road Hildenborough Tonbridge TN11 8ND
      • Free Parking
    • Hassocks Clayton Court Barn Underhill Lane Clayton Hassocks BN6 9PJ
    • Sevenoaks Brittains Lane Sevenoaks TN13 2PB
    • Brighton Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FU
    • Maidstone Mill Meadow Yard St. Peters Street Maidstone ME16 0SX
      • Free Parking
    • Crowborough Herne Road Crowborough TN6 2NT
      • Free Parking
    • Tonbridge The Tonbridge School Centre London Road Tonbridge TN10 3AD
      • Free Parking
      • Lift
    • East Grinstead Brambletye East Grinstead RH19 3PD
      • Free Parking
    • Hove Sports Direct St Helier's Avenue Off Portland Road Hove BN3 5RE
      • Free Parking
    • East Grinstead Energie Fitness 115 London Road East Grinstead RH19 1EQ
    • Sevenoaks St Michael's School Otford Court Otford Sevenoaks TN14 5SA
      • Free Parking
    • Tunbridge Wells Bowles Outdoor Centre Sandhill Lane Eridge Green Tunbridge Wells TN3 9LW
      • Free Parking
    • Ovingdean Ovingdean Hall Greenways Ovingdean BN2 7BA
      • Free Parking

    Activities

    Baby + Toddler Health, Baby and Pre-school activities, Baby, toddler and pre-school classes, Baby, toddler and pre-school Movement, Baby, toddler and pre-school Sensory, Baby, toddler and pre-school Sport, Baby, toddler and pre-school Swimming classes, Pre and Ante natal classes, Swimming lessons

    Pricing & Other Information

    Sibling discounts available

    Catch up classes are also offered

    We'd be delighted to discuss your individual needs - please quote 'KALLIKIDS' for an introductory 10% discount on your first term of classes.

  2. Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex has 11 reviews with an average of 4.9
    • Quality of Service 5.0
    • Value for Money 4.7
    • What the Kids Think 5.0
    • What the Adults Think 5.0

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    • Kate, Mum of One Year Old Son

      My son started lessons with Puddle Ducks when he was six months old. The venue is good, and they are very helpful. They have been flexible if I am unable to attend a particular class, always seeing if it is possible for me to attend another. I believe that my son is receiving high quality tuition. Clive is brilliant with the children, a confident and encouraging teacher, who the children warm to. The classes are professional but remain friendly.

      Kate 21 Nov 2013

      4.8
      The kallikids reputation
    • Rachel, Mum to Noah (2 years), Brighton

      Noah has been having lessons with Puddle Ducks for about 18 months. Clive and Lindsay have been brilliant - easy to get on with, helpful, accommodating and very organised. Clive is very good with Noah who has recently started disliking the submersions - Clive is able to gauge his mood very well and never pushes him to do something that he is not comfortable with.

      Rachel 20 Nov 2013

      5.0
      The kallikids reputation
    • Jo, Mum to 2 year old Son, Hove

      My son had previously been to other swim schools from 6 weeks old, but unfortunately he was quite traumatised by his experience at one of the schools, and refused to go anywhere near a pool. Swimming was a skill that I really wanted him to learn so I explained the whole situation to Clive and he has been brilliant - my son is not put under any pressure in the lessons or pushed to do anything that he doesn't feel comfortable with. He really relates well to Clive and is eager to please him in the lessons - he was so proud of the sticker he got at the end of yesterday's lesson. They also communicate well with the parents via text and email.

      Jo 05 Nov 2013

      4.8
      The kallikids reputation
    • Mum of one, Tunbridge Wells

      Excellent classes, clear communication and good guidance.

      Siobhan 12 Dec 2013

      5.0

      Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex – Thanks for the feedback Siobhan!

    • Shirley, Grandmother of Finn (2)

      After only one term Finn is developing confidence in the water and enjoying himself enormously. The lessons are constructive and fun. The new venue at Bowles is very convenient and everything is run in a very organised manner. I highly recommend Puddleducks and the very friendly staff.

      Shirley 02 Dec 2013

      5.0

      Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex – We are so pleased Finn is enjoying the classes - we are very pleased with the pool at Bowles as well. Thank you for taking the time to give us this feedback and for the recommendation!

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  3. Latest from Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex

    • Puddle Ducks are delighted to announce bookings are now open for new classes at Brighton Hilton Metropole on Wednesday mornings starting 17th June. Call 01892 617246 or e-mail westkentandeastsussex@puddleducks.com; quote KalliKids for 10% discount!

      27 April 2015

    • Booking is now open for the summer term (April-July 2015). Places are filling fast so contact us on 01892 617246 or westkentandeastsussex@puddleducks.com for details of classes near you. Remember to quote KalliKids for 10% off fees for 1st term!

      04 March 2015

    • Happy New Year to all Puddle Ducks! It’s not too late to book for the new term; contact us on 01892 617246 or westkentandeastsussex@puddleducks.com for details of our classes in West Kent & East Sussex: quote KalliKids for 10% off fees for 1st term.

      07 January 2015

    • Try Puddle Bucks Baby & Preschool Swimming for just £50! We are launching selected taster term sessions from 3rd November – contact us on 01892 617246 or westkentandeastsussex@puddleducks.com for details

      08 October 2014

    • It’s been lovely to catch up with our little Puddle Ducks after the summer break and to welcome our newbies to the pool. There are still some spaces available and you can start at any point in the term – we tailor all our classes to each child!

      10 September 2014

    • ANOTHER new pool launched! BOOK NOW for our classes for 0-5's at the beautiful pool at Clayton Court Barn nr Hassocks. Term starts Monday 8th September.

      15 July 2014

    • BOOK NOW for our classes for 0-5's at the SUPERB hydrotherapy pool at Chailey Heritage School near Burgess Hill, Lewes and Haywards Heath. Term starts Friday 5th September.

      02 July 2014

    • New classes launching in Lewes at Harts Leisure club! A very special 25% discount on our taster term 2nd - 23rd July 2014 inclusive.

      05 June 2014

    • NEW classes launching at Herne Junior School in Crowborough on Tuesday afternoons starting from the 3rd June!

      07 May 2014

    • Puddle Ducks is now OPEN for bookings for the Summer Term! Come and try our award winning classes held in warm private pools throughout West Kent and East Sussex – we have plenty of choice of venues and days/times. Weekdays and weekends.

      19 March 2014

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  4. Puddle Ducks West Kent & East Sussex Timetable

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    Please note: We have a great selection of classes weekdays and weekends throughout our area. For the KalliKids timetable we have shown AM/PM slots for specific pools - please click here for our most up-to-date timetables:

    http://www.puddleducks.com/franchisees/25/pools/
    • Mon
    • Tue
    • Wed
    • Thu
    • Fri
    • Sat
    • Sun
    • Bowles Outdoor Centre, Tunbridge Wells-Crowborough AM

      Clayton Court Barn, Hassocks AM

      Freedom Fitness, Maidstone PM

      Sports Direct, Hove PM

      The Tonbridge School Centre AM
    • Ashdown Primary School, Crowborough PM

      Brighton Hilton Metropole PM

      Clayton Court Barn, Hassocks AM

      Freedom Fitness, Maidstone AM

      Ovingdean Hall, near Brighton AM
    • Brighton Hilton Metropole AM


      Fosse Bank School, Hildenborough PM
    • Ashdown Primary School, Crowborough AM

      Energie Fitness, East Grinstead PM

      Fosse Bank School, Hildenborough PM

      Ovingdean Hall, near Brighton PM
    • Bowles Outdoor Centre, Tunbridge Wells-Crowborough PM

      Brighton Hilton Metropole PM
    • Bowles Outdoor Centre, Tunbridge Wells-Crowborough AM & PM

      Energie Fitness, East Grinstead AM
    • Ashdown Primary School, Crowborough PM

      Brambletye Prep School, East Grinstead AM

      Chailey Heritage School PM

      New Beacon School, Sevenoaks PM

      St Michael's School, Otford PM

      The Tonbridge School Centre PM

      St Michael's School, Otford - Aquanatal session 7.15pm
  5. Rebecca Turner-Wyld

    I have always loved the water, one of my very early memories is being in my backyard, in a huge paddling pool and going under the water for the first time, all by myself. After that my parents had trouble keeping me out of the water. By the age of 11 I was training at squad level and regularly competing for my local team, my school and at county championships. I discovered lifesaving when I was about 14 and started to participate in both pool and open water competitions, my spare time was filled with swimming in one guise or another. Unfortunately, this all took a dramatic halt after I developed a knee injury at the age of 16. So swimming left my life for a few (ahem) years, until I had my daughter in 2012. After taking her swimming, seeing how much she loved it, I knew I had to become a baby and pre-school teacher. I feel very privileged that I have joined the Puddleducks team, not only do I get to do something I love, I get to share with parents the joy they have when their child learns a new swimming skill. There are not many jobs in the world which can be as rewarding. As a new mum myself I understand the importance of teaching my little one to love and enjoy the water - but I also realise that allowing them the freedom to truly develop their skills can be daunting for mum (or dad). It certainly was for me when I submerged Lyra for the first time! I think this understanding enables me to help my mums and dads feel as comfortable as possible with their little ones in the water. I look forward to spending time with you soon!

    • Qualifications (5)
      • National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches
      • STA Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults
      • STA Baby & Preschool National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
      • STA Level 2 Certificate in Swimming Teaching
      • STA Pool Responder (QCF)

    Clive Relf

    My passion for teaching babies and children to swim began when my youngest daughter Gracie May and I started attending classes when she was just 11 weeks old. From day 1 it became the highlight of our week, a special bonding time that surprisingly I enjoyed as much as her! As a child I was not initially a strong swimmer and I had an alarming experience, nearly drowning having fallen into a pool well out of my depth. From that moment on I resolved to improve my own ability in the water and I never looked back. Now I am lucky enough to be able to be teaching other children to swim and I am very proud to be part of the Puddle Ducks team. Every class has been carefully devised to fit your child's developmental stage, with lots of songs, games and activities geared towards getting your little one to swim independently. Most of all, each class is a lot of fun!

    • Qualifications (4)
      • STA Baby & Pre School Safety Training Award
      • STA Antenatal Swimming Programme
      • STA Safeguarding Children, Young People & Vulnerable Adults
      • National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches
    • Annual memberships (1)
      • STA Membership

    Lindsay Relf

    Hi, I’m Lindsay and I run the business with Clive. I am passionate about providing exceptional quality Puddle Ducks Aquanatal and Baby and Preschool classes to enable you to nurture a love of the water for life in your little ones. I work mainly behind the scenes, though you may sometimes see me poolside, and I am always available to answer any queries or questions you may have - please do email or call me for a chat or to let me know about your little Puddle Duck’s progress! We always love to hear how they are doing and to hear what you enjoy about our classes.

Suitable for ages

  • Pre-natal
  • 0-12 months
  • 12-24 months
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12+
  • 14+

Customer Reviews (11)

4.9
  • Quality of Service
  • What the Kids Think
  • What the Adults Think
  • Value for Money

Information for Parents

  • Gender: Mixed
  • Operates during: Weekly , Termly , Weekends , Weekdays , After school , During school , Term time
  • Grouping: With others (group, class or team)
  • Number of visits: Continuous course

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Qualifications

  • STA Baby & Preschool National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
  • STA Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults
  • STA Pool Responder (QCF)
  • STA Baby & Pre School Safety Training Award
  • STA Membership
  • STA Antenatal Swimming Programme
  • STA Safeguarding Children, Young People & Vulnerable Adults
  • National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches
  • STA Level 2 Certificate in Swimming Teaching
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