Turtle Tots West Glasgow & Renfrewshire

Turtle Tots West Glasgow & Renfrewshire Turtle Tots is an innovative and fun baby and pre-school swimming programme. You can join our programme at any stage.

Turtle Tots is an innovative and unique swimming programme, which begins during pregnancy and continues once your baby is born. Mums-to-be can join our Turtle Tums aquanatal yoga classes which help you prepare for pregnancy and birth. Once your baby is born you can join our Turtle Tots and Turtle Toddlers programme which teaches you how to teach your child to swim in a relaxed and sociable environment. All our programmes have been devised in conjunction with a personal trainer to ensure that mums (and dads!) receive a work-out while swimming with their babies to help with post-natal fitness and well-being. If you are interested and want to find out about classes in your area please contact me.

If you welcomed your little one around October or November, you’re probably just starting to come up for air… right arou...
15/01/2026

If you welcomed your little one around October or November, you’re probably just starting to come up for air… right around the time they hit that magic 12-week mark.

It’s that moment where their wee personalities begin to shine, they’re more alert, more settled, and you finally feel ready to do something for both of you.

Our newborn classes are gentle, warm, and completely focused on bonding and building early confidence. No pressure, no expectations- just cuddles in the water, simple splashes, and those gorgeous little “firsts” you’ll remember forever.

Starting in January gives them the whole of 2026 to grow, splash, and learn at their own pace… and honestly, the progress you’ll see by the end of the year is incredible.

Classes for 12-week-old babies run in Drymen, Loch Lomond & Renfrew.
Visit our website to find your newborn class or tag a parent whose baby is almost ready to start, or if you have a question drop us an email swimming@turtletots.com.

If your little one needs time to settle into lessons, that’s okay.Every child moves at their own pace, and water confide...
14/01/2026

If your little one needs time to settle into lessons, that’s okay.
Every child moves at their own pace, and water confidence grows slowly through love and repetition.

If your baby clings to you, or your toddler has a shy day, don’t worry, just being in the water together builds trust. Songs, cuddles, smiles and small steps all count.

There’s no rush it’s not about perfect strokes, it’s about feeling safe and happy in the water. Save this reminder for those wobbly days- you’re doing great.

12/01/2026

Summer swimmers aren’t made in July.
They’re made in January.

It might feel hard to believe when it’s dark by 4 o’clock and the weather’s doing its best impression of the Arctic 🥶… but this is actually the perfect time to start thinking about those sunny days ahead.

Picture your little one in a holiday pool this summer- relaxed, kicking confidently, and happy in the water. Or dipping their toes in the sea without that wee wobble they sometimes get when everything feels new.

Those calm, confident moments don’t start in the sunshine… they start now, in the warm pool, with gentle lessons that help babies and toddlers feel secure long before the sunglasses and flip flops come out.

If you’re already daydreaming about beaches, pool days and ice creams, starting lessons this term sets them up beautifully for summer.

👉 Find your 2026 class at Drymen, Loch Lomond, Renfrew or Glasgow West End, or tag a parent who’s already planning their sunshine adventures. We teach from 12weeks to 5 years .
Link in the comments.

12/01/2026

Summer swimmers aren’t made in July.
They’re made in January.

It might feel hard to believe when it’s dark by 4 o’clock and the weather’s doing its best impression of the Arctic 🥶… but this is actually the perfect time to start thinking about those sunny days ahead.

Picture your little one in a holiday pool this summer -relaxed, kicking confidently, and happy in the water. Or dipping their toes in the sea without that wee wobble they sometimes get when everything feels new.

Those calm, confident moments don’t start in the sunshine… they start now, in the warm pool, with gentle lessons that help babies and toddlers feel secure long before the sunglasses and flip flops come out.

If you’re already daydreaming about beaches, pool days and ice creams, starting lessons this term sets them up beautifully for summer.

👉 Find your 2026 class at Drymen, Loch Lomond, Renfrew or Glasgow West End, or tag a parent who’s already planning their sunshine adventures.
Link in the bio .

08/01/2026

Let’s clear up a big winter worry: Babies don’t catch colds from swimming.
Colds and sniffles come from viruses, not water or cold air. Our pools are lovely and warm, and babies are constantly on the move -which helps them stay warm too.

Swimming is actually brilliant for their wellbeing at this time of year. It supports sleep, builds strength, and gives them a confidence boost when everything else feels a bit dark and chilly.
So if you’ve been on the fence because of the weather, you can relax. The pool is absolutely fine, and your little one will love it.
New term is kicking off across all of our venues- Renfrewshire, West Dunbartonshire and West Glasgow.

Hands up if your house is still full of Christmas toys… and your toddler has only played with two of them? If 2026 is th...
06/01/2026

Hands up if your house is still full of Christmas toys… and your toddler has only played with two of them?

If 2026 is the year you want to focus on experiences instead of more stuff, swimming lessons are such a lovely place to start. They build confidence, teach early water-safety skills, and give you proper one-to-one time with your little one- something no toy can compete with.

By next January, they could be splashing in confidently, kicking on their own, or even starting early stroke skills. It’s amazing what a year in the water can do.

Classes for babies from 12 weeks and toddlers up to age 4 run across Drymen, Loch Lomond, Renfrew and Glasgow West End.

Visit the website or email us with any questions. swimming@turtletots.com

💥 JANUARY SALE 💥 We have some stock of Turtle Tots warmas, wetsuits & changing mats available with ❗️HUGE❗️ savings of u...
06/01/2026

💥 JANUARY SALE 💥

We have some stock of Turtle Tots warmas, wetsuits & changing mats available with ❗️HUGE❗️ savings of up to 70%!

🩷 Warmas ONLY £5
💚 Wetsuits ONLY £8
🩵 Roll-up changing mats ONLY £3

Available throughout January while stocks last!! Be quick, they won’t be around forever!!

PM us to place your order!!

We’re back in the pool this week… and there’s something lovely about getting back into a routine after the Christmas cha...
04/01/2026

We’re back in the pool this week… and there’s something lovely about getting back into a routine after the Christmas chaos. 😊

If your little one’s been a bit out of sorts these past few weeks (late nights, too much chocolate, all the excitement) don’t worry, the first class back is always a gentle one. We go at their pace, settle them in, and help them rediscover that confidence in the water.

A new term is the perfect time to start building those little milestones again, the cuddles, the kicks, the smiles, the early water safety skills that matter so much.

If you’ve been thinking, “I really want to do something positive with them this year”… this is it.

Visit our website to find your class, or tag a parent who’d love to join us. 🩷🐢

Our winter term is online now for booking. We have classes across our 4 venues from 12 weeks upwards.Some new baby class...
02/01/2026

Our winter term is online now for booking. We have classes across our 4 venues from 12 weeks upwards.
Some new baby classes for the new year :

Cameron House Hotel, Loch Lomond (Tuesday 9.30am & Thursday 10.30am)
Buchanan Arms Hotel, Drymen (Wed 11.30am)
Glynhill Hotel , Renfrew (Thursday 10.30am)

Find the link in the comments, and email if you have any questions swimming@turtletots.com

Happy New Year from all of us to all of you!.Thanks to every person who swam with us, shared, liked or commented on our ...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us to all of you!.
Thanks to every person who swam with us, shared, liked or commented on our posts, recommended us to friends and family- we are so grateful for your support this past year.
Have a lovely day and we will see you back in the pool soon!

If you’ve got a toddler or preschooler who’s bouncing off the walls by 9am, our weekend classes might be exactly what yo...
30/12/2025

If you’ve got a toddler or preschooler who’s bouncing off the walls by 9am, our weekend classes might be exactly what you need.
Our Saturday morning lessons for 15-month to preschool age are the ideal mix of fun, learning, and proper quality time together:

• A brilliant way to burn off that endless toddler energy
• Confidence-building games and activities in the water
• A cosy, warm pool- perfect for chilly January mornings
• A lovely little ritual to start your weekend on a happy note

Whether your little one is taking their first splashes or ready for the next challenge, these classes are such a lovely way to build water confidence and create memories you’ll both treasure.
Spaces for January 2026 are now open, and weekend spots always fill quickly - so if you fancy joining us at Cleveden, now’s the moment.

Tap the link in the comments to grab your space and make Saturdays your favourite day of the week.

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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