What Makes Our Program Different

The Swim Survival Program

Swim Survival is a specialized program that teaches essential, lifesaving water skills every child should know. Through one-on-one lessons, children learn to swim independently to safety or roll onto their backs to float, rest, and breathe.

Brought to South Africa by Nikki Dovey in 2017, this proven method has saved countless young lives and gives parents real peace of mind. Our goal is to help your child become confident, capable, and safe in the water – without floatation devices.

About Us

Who We Are

Nikki's Story

My journey with Infant Aquatics started many years ago when my own children did the swim survival program. I was amazed at how quickly they progressed. My son took to it easily, while my daughter – strong-willed and going through separation anxiety – was vocal through the entire six weeks!

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As a water-loving family, with holidays filled with scuba diving, snorkeling, and time at our holiday home on the river, I knew these skills were essential. Once my daughter completed the program and regained her sense of control, she blossomed into a little mermaid. The peace of mind I felt, knowing my children could swim and find their air if needed, was priceless.

That experience inspired me to pursue this as a career. In 2017, I traveled to Colorado, USA, to complete the intensive six-week Infant Aquatics certification. Since then, I’ve been teaching for over eight years, and I’m still in awe of the results – children growing in confidence, overcoming fears, and even saving themselves in real-life situations.

This program truly changes lives, and I look forward to giving your child the gift of water safety while helping them discover a love for the water.

Meet Our Swim Survival Team

Our instructors are more than swim teachers, they’re passionate about giving every child the skills and confidence to be safe around water. Each member of our team is trained in survival swimming techniques and brings their own warmth, patience, and energy to every lesson.