Ottawa’s Most Convenient Swimming Lesson Provider!

“Highly recommended. The instructors are amazing and they do a tremendous job in every single lesson. We had Melissa and I was amazed how she tailored her coaching style to match my child’s needs. The booking system is gold and you can cancel a class easily. I find the staff very responsive.”

– Rachna Goswami

“My two children absolutely love their hippo swimming lessons. So much so that’s they constantly ask when their next one is. I love that they are happy and are becoming more confident and competent as a result so it’s a winner all around. Love the flexibility of booking too.”

– Debbie Howe

“We have had the wonderful team at Hippo in the Bathtub in our home for backyard swimming lessons for four summers and counting. I absolutely love working with Natalya to organize our large group lessons and have always been impressed by the professionalism and courtesy. It’s been so nice to watch this company grow!!”

– Alicia Brett

“My children have thoroughly enjoyed their backyard swim lessons this summer with Caroline. They have learned so much and in my mind this is one of the most important investments parents can make. The quality of the lessons don’t compare to any other lessons we’ve had. It’s Hippo in the Bathtub from here on in for all our swimming lessons in this family! Thank you Caroline and thank you Hippo in the Bathtub!”

– Noelle Georganas

“Natalya, you and your staff are simply the best! We have been amazed by our daughter’s progress since starting with Hippo in the Bathtub! We look forward to her weekly sessions at your indoor location and are also very much looking forward to sessions in our backyard again this summer!”

– Kim Bonin

“We had a mermaid party for my daughters 6th birthday and she and her friends had a blast. The instructors were extremely nice and the kids loved it. I will be booking lessons in the future. Thanks so much!!”

– Heidi Moore

“My daughter came into lessons being very apprehensive about the whole thing but Melissa has made her experience amazing! She looks forward to her weekly lessons and is learning so much! Great facility and instructors!”

– Erin Veitch Gabal

“Hippo in the Bathtub is great because it provides swimming lessons in an intimate environment, while providing flexibility in the timing or rescheduling of lessons. They also have great staff who have helped our daughter navigate her fear of water. Thank you Hippo in the Bathtub!”

– Liz Toller

“We have had a wonderful experience at the Trainyards location with Sarah! Our toddler is nervous in the water, and after a few classes is so excited to get into the pool! The waiting area is also a big bonus, with so many things for our toddler to play with while she waits for her class.”

– Jessica Natalie

“I loved Hippo in the Bathtub! My daughter had a very fun 7th birthday party there and she and her friends had a blast! We went with the pirate theme and the decor and games were right on the mark. Natalya and her team were great with the kids… and the parents. I highly recommend HIppo in the Bathtub for your next children’s birthday party.” 

– Marisa Fusaro

“My two sons have been attending private lessons and love it. They look forward to their weekly swim and are progressing nicely. The instructors are wonderful and encouraging helping them through any fears they have.”

– Brandie Adams

“My 6 yr old daughter had a terrible experience with lessons through the city and refused to go to swimming lessons again. I convinced her to try private lessons and the guidance that she’s been receiving at the Trainyards location from Neha these past weeks has been great! My girl is now excited to go to her swimming lessons and is starting to warm up to the idea of putting her face in the water. We couldn’t be happier. Another plus is that they have some bilingual staff, which is very important because my girl mostly understands French. I highly recommend, worth every penny!”

– Maxine Croteau