About Tugboats

TugBoats Swimming has been operating in Cape Town for over 20 years. We are based in Vredehoek.

Our aim is simple: to develop every child and swimmer into a happy, confident, and proficient swimmer. In a country like South Africa where open water, dams, rivers, and pools are part of everyday life, water safety is an essential life skill.

We believe swimming is a life skill that stays with you forever, and that anyone, at any age, can learn to swim. We offer lessons for babies from 6 weeks old through to full Learn-to-Swim programs for all ages and abilities.

Testimonials from parents can be found on our Facebook page.  https://www.facebook.com/tugboats.swimming and on

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