Water-Bugs was born from a simple wish: to see every child splash, laugh, and grow confident in the water. Founded by a South African parent who saw the gap in the market for a truly effective, safe, and comfortable swimming aid, Water-Bugs set out to create something different.
We spent years developing and refining our product, testing it with real families across South Africa. The result is a swimming aid that children actually want to wear — and parents trust completely.
Today, Water-Bugs is trusted by over 10,000 families nationwide and continues to grow — one happy little swimmer at a time.

10,000+
Families Served
Across South Africa
5 Stars
Average Rating
By verified buyers
2019
Founded
Komatipoort, SA
"To make water safe, accessible, and joyful for every child in South Africa — building the confidence that lasts a lifetime."