Play-based kids swim lessons in New Gisborne
Swim • Play • Learn
Structured, play-based lessons for kids from 6 months, in a purpose-built swim school in the Macedon Ranges.
A swim school built for our community
Splash Buddies is the first purpose-built, privately owned and operated swim school in the Macedon Ranges. Founder Rynelle grew up in Gisborne and built Splash Buddies for the families in the town she calls home.
Both our 25 metre pool and 8 metre learn to swim pool are heated all year round, and each features teaching platforms so that every buddy can confidently touch the bottom.
Small group classes
Maximum practice time
Structured play
Safe, fun, and effective
Heated pools
Year-round reliability
Local & family run
Built here in Gisborne
Programs for every age and stage
From your baby's very first splash through to confident school-age swimmers, we have a program for every buddy.
Infant Program
6 months to 3 years
A parent or guardian joins their little one in the water for playful, bond-building lessons that build water confidence from the very start.
Transition to Preschool
2.5yo- 3yo
A gentle bridge between parent-and-child lessons and independent swimming, helping your toddler gain trust and confidence with our teachers.
Preschool
3 years to school age
Your child swims independently with their teacher, building foundational skills and early stroke development through play and exploration.
School Age
School age
Structured lessons that progress your child through strokes, endurance, and water safety, all at their own pace.
Pre-Squad
Advanced swimmers
For swimmers ready for the next challenge, Pre-Squad prepares older kids for squad-style training and longer distances.
Access & Inclusion
One-on-one lessons
One-on-one lessons for children with additional needs, tailored to each buddy's goals and comfort in the water.
A little extra time, one-on-one
Sometimes a buddy needs a little extra time with a teacher. We run private lessons for kids who are working on specific skills or want to catch up to where they would like to be for their age. Get in touch and we'll talk you through your options.
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Purpose built for our buddies
Our centre was designed from the ground up for learning to swim. That means reliable year-round heating, warm change rooms, and a facility that puts our children first.
What families say
"My nephew has been attending Splash Buddies for 2 years. I recently got to join him in a lesson for the baby/toddler class and I must say I was so impressed. The owner and staff were lovely and welcoming, the lesson was well structured, the environment was calm and relaxed, and all the children were having a good time. The facilities were great, the water in the baby/toddler pool was the perfect temperature, and there was no feeling cold at any point which is really nice when you're in Gisborne!"
Teagan Jones
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"Amazing customer service. The new facility was a tad too cold and I gave them some feedback. Each week there's something being done to make sure the facility is nice and warm after the lesson during this cold winter season. Well done and thank you."
Hafiz Omar
Google Review
"Great facility and friendly service."
Miles Ratcliff
Google Review
"Intensive lessons were great."
John H
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