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Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Athens! Our private swim lessons in Athens ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills

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Private swim lessons in Athens, GA

Bring your private swim lessons home with Sunsational Swim School

With our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee, if your child can’t demonstrate the “Sunsational Swim Sequence” by the twelfth lesson, we’ll give you up to four additional classes for free! Lessons are available for all ages: infants, toddlers, older children, and adults, helping swimmers gain confidence, safety and skills in weeks, whether at your home pool or a local community pool in the Athens area.

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Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across Athens.

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Why our students and parents love us!

5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike

'We absolutely love Gianna. We have a 2 yr old and 3 yr old and she does wonderful with them. She is so patient and kind with them. We would definitely recommend her. She is great with young kids!' -Teresa O

Teresa O.

My two year old has learned so much and has such confidence in the water! Joey has done such a good job!! She’s extremely patient and kind, and you can tell she loves her job

Yahna M.

Sensational was very easy to work with. They were very communicative and matched us promptly with an instructor, whom my kids loved. Our instructor, Alexa, was amazing with kids and as patient as they come (my kids' ages are 3 1/2 and 2). My 3 1/2 is now an avid swimmer and my 2 year old is so comfortable with the water, she will be swimming come next summer in no time. I highly recommend this company, although pricier, they certainly take good care of you.

Hailey W.

Sunsational was very easy to work with. They were very communicative and matched us promtly with an instructor, whom my kids love. Our instructor, Alexa, was amazing with kids and as patient as they come (my kids' ages are 3 1/2 and 2). My 3 1/2 is now and avid swimmer and my 2 year old is so comfortable with the water, she will be swimming come next summer in no time. I highly recommend this company, although pricier, they certainly take good care of you.

Hailey W.

Nancy is phenomenal! She is patient and a great communicator! My kids love her and they have made huge leaps in their swim skills! - Anushka Amin

Anushka A.

'I cannot recommend Lizz highly enough! She has been an amazing swimming coach for my toddlers. Her patience and kindness made the learning experience so enjoyable for the kids. She took the time to make each child feel comfortable in the water, showing incredible understanding of their individual needs. Not only did she teach them the basics of swimming, but she also instilled a sense of water discipline that I found very impressive. My toddlers felt safe and supported, and their progress under her guidance has been remarkable. If you're looking for a coach who can effectively balance fun, safety, and skill-building, Lizz is the one!' -Qasim K.

Qasim K.

Coren S.

My twins have been so confident and they've conquered the fear of the water Anthony has been so patient with them and he works with them individually but they're both learned so much he's a great instructor and I would recommend him to anyone for their toddler 's to learn how to swim.

Samantha J.

Popular Swimming Lesson Programs

Levels we teach on our Swim Lesson Programs

Tadpole Skills

Cue words to learn to hold breath underwater

Assisted back float

Assisted front float/submersion

Developing underwater comfort & water acclimation

Assisted Kicking

Introduction of Water Safety Skills (based on age)

Blowing bubbles

Assisted "monkey crawl" along pool wall

Starfish Skills

Unassisted backfloat

Underwater swim (person to person & to wall)

"Monkey Crawl" holding the side of the pool wall

Reach for the side of the pool after submersion

Assisted roll to back float

Assisted climb out of pool

Goldfish Skills

Unassisted kicking underwater

Underwater turn to grab wall (near edge)

Roll to back float (less assistance)

Unassisted 15+ second back float

Assisted fall into water and roll to back float

Unassisted climb out of pool

Jellyfish Skills

Unassisted roll to back float

Drop in from pool edge, turn around and kick back to wall

Unassisted 30+ second back float

Unassisted roll to back float after fall in water

Seahorse Skills

Tread water

Assisted back float

Assisted front float/submersion

Developing underwater comfort & water acclimation

Assisted Kicking

Introduction of Water Safety Skills (based on age)

Blowing bubbles

Assisted "monkey crawl" along pool wall

Dolphin Skills

Breaststroke

Jump into pool tread water 10s return to side

Forward somersault

Skull head first 5m

Backstroke

Dolphin kick

Seal Skills

Technique refinement for all strokes

Tread water 30+ seconds

Retrieve underwater objects in deep water

Flip turns

Head first surface dive in deep water

Butterfly

Why are Athens swimming lessons so important?

Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the US for children under 14, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes – even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:

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75%of children who drown were out of sight for five minutes or less
9 out of 10drowning deaths occur while an adult is present

Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is one of the best ways to prevent drowning by teaching them essential water safety skills.

Benefits of private swimming lessons in Athens

Water safety comes first

Our private swimming lessons in Athens teach essential water safety skills from day one. Our Sunsational Swim School instructors focus on helping swimmers learn how to swim confidently to recover from unexpected falls into the water. The “Sunsational Swim Sequence” teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.

Personalized instruction for faster progress

Our experienced teachers make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths, because every student learns to swim differently. Sunsational’s classes in Athens utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so that kids and adults can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.

Top-rated Instructors

All Sunsational instructors are CPR/First Aid certified w/ minimum 2 years experience teaching baby lessons

Home or community pool: your choice!

You save time and money when you can choose the location that works best for your family. Sunsational Swim Instructors teach lessons at the Athens-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!

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Member of National Drowning Prevention AllianceMember of United States Swim School AssociationMembers of Female FoundersMember Stop Drowning Now

How it works?

Start America’s #1 rated swimming lessons at your home pool as easy as 1,2,3

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Shortly after registering, we'll introduce you to your hand-selected instructor, who will contact you to schedule lessons at a time and place that suits you.

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Dive in and start making waves! Our private swim lessons in Athens are designed to help you or your child gain confidence and reach your swimming goals quickly.

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100% Satisfaction Guarantee

We're so confident in the quality of our swim instructors that we stand behind them with our Sunsational Instructor Guarantee!

If your first lesson is anything less than sunsational, just let us know and we can either refund your unused lesson time or re-start your lesson package with a more suitable Instructor, your choice!

Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

Private Swim Lessons

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Group Swim Lessons


Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualised instruction

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Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

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Flexible scheduling, may vary for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

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Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons

Faster Progression saves money in the long run

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More Sessions Needed Needed to see real progress

4000+ 5-Star Ratings from Happy Swimmers

Read Sunsational reviews from thousands of happy customers! Learn why families love our top-rated swim instructors and how we help students learn water safety and confidence in the water.

Teresa O.

'We absolutely love Gianna. We have a 2 yr old and 3 yr old and she does wonderful with them. She is so patient and kind with them. We would definitely recommend her. She is great with young kids!' -Teresa O

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Yahna M.

My two year old has learned so much and has such confidence in the water! Joey has done such a good job!! She’s extremely patient and kind, and you can tell she loves her job

Hailey W.

Sensational was very easy to work with. They were very communicative and matched us promptly with an instructor, whom my kids loved. Our instructor, Alexa, was amazing with kids and as patient as they come (my kids' ages are 3 1/2 and 2). My 3 1/2 is now an avid swimmer and my 2 year old is so comfortable with the water, she will be swimming come next summer in no time. I highly recommend this company, although pricier, they certainly take good care of you.

Hailey W.

Sunsational was very easy to work with. They were very communicative and matched us promtly with an instructor, whom my kids love. Our instructor, Alexa, was amazing with kids and as patient as they come (my kids' ages are 3 1/2 and 2). My 3 1/2 is now and avid swimmer and my 2 year old is so comfortable with the water, she will be swimming come next summer in no time. I highly recommend this company, although pricier, they certainly take good care of you.

Anushka A.

Nancy is phenomenal! She is patient and a great communicator! My kids love her and they have made huge leaps in their swim skills! - Anushka Amin

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Qasim K.

'I cannot recommend Lizz highly enough! She has been an amazing swimming coach for my toddlers. Her patience and kindness made the learning experience so enjoyable for the kids. She took the time to make each child feel comfortable in the water, showing incredible understanding of their individual needs. Not only did she teach them the basics of swimming, but she also instilled a sense of water discipline that I found very impressive. My toddlers felt safe and supported, and their progress under her guidance has been remarkable. If you're looking for a coach who can effectively balance fun, safety, and skill-building, Lizz is the one!' -Qasim K.

Coren S.

Samantha J.

My twins have been so confident and they've conquered the fear of the water Anthony has been so patient with them and he works with them individually but they're both learned so much he's a great instructor and I would recommend him to anyone for their toddler 's to learn how to swim.

Featured swim instructors in Athens, GA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Athens. Every Sunsational swim teacher has a minimum of 2 years teaching experience, is CPR/First Aid certified, passes a national background check, and has a proven track record of successful teaching before they even land an interview with Sunsational.

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*If you'd like to work with a specific instructor, we'll do our best match you with your request. However, instructor availability is not guaranteed. If the instructor is unavailable, we'll pair you with a swim instructor who's equally qualified!

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Jasmine S.

Athens, GA 30601

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi im Jasmine! Im from South Florida and I love the water. I was on my school swim and water polo team where I was captain. Ive been teaching swim lessons for almost 3 years. I love children and they usually love me! I have taught all ages from 6 months to elderly. I cant wait to meet your kids!

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Treasure A.

Athens, Georgia 30605

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name is Treasure Allen. Currently, I am attending Georgia Southern, majoring in Public Relations. I previously taught at Mountain Park Aquatic Center for three years. I have experience teaching infants to adults & enjoy teaching all skill sets! Even though I swam for sport/exercise, swimming helped me relax & brought joy. Ultimately, I aim to promote safety, confidence, & fun in aquatic environments. I know swimming will benefit my clients lives because swimming surely changed mine!

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Abigail S.

Athens, GA 30601

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Im Abi Sukowatey, and I am a student at the University of Georgia! I have swam for 13 years on summer league, high school, and club swim teams. I was a summer swim coach for the past 5 summers, and I have experience teaching ages 2.5-18. I am excited to continue teaching lessons!

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Sarah K.

Athens, Georgia 30606

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Sarah Kachur and I have been a swim instructor since February 2017. I have taught ages 2 through 77 but specialize in working with kids who are fearful of the water. I am the art teacher at Porter Academy, a school that caters to kids on the spectrum and/or with ADHD and high anxiety, aged 5 to 14. I believe swimming is for everyone, and my goal is to teach kids the love of the water through safety, swim instruction, and play. I am an FSU graduate with a B.S. degree in Psychology.

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Carlie S.

Athens, GA 30606

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello,My name is Carlie, and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for over 10 years with ages infancy to adults. I`ve also worked with children and adults for 7 years as a mental health clinician. I went to the University of Colorado in Denver and earned a Master`s degree in Counseling Psychology/Counselor Education. I love teaching swimming, because it combines my love for the water and helping children/adults grow into learning a new life skill. I look forward to meeting you!Carlie

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Jay K.

Athens, Georgia 30605

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Jay Krueger, and I am a 21-year-old swim coach with over 6 years of experience helping swimmers ages 2-18 build confidence, skill, and a love for the water. I try to make sure all my lessons are focused, clear, and engaging. I grew up loving the water, and its my personal goal to make sure your kids do too.

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Hadley C.

Athens, GA 30605

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

My name is Hadley and I have been teaching swim lessons for 6 years with ages ranging from 2 to 60. I have a lot of experience teaching everything from learn to swim to swim team, and am confident teaching fearful students and making swimming fun. I've also worked with children in tutoring writing, music, and rock climbing. I have a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Coe College where I dove competitively. Before that, I was on swim team for 5 years and taught and lifeguarded through both!

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Jadyn W.

Athens, Georgia 30606

Certification N/A

Hi there! My name is Jadyn Ware, and Im so excited to meet you (or your little swimmer)! I have been teaching swim lessons since December 2016 and have specialized in private swim instruction since January 2020. Over the years, Ive worked with all agesfrom wiggly infants just learning to love the water to adults looking to sharpen their stroke technique or conquer their fear of swimming. My approach is high-energy, encouraging, and always fun! I believe learning to swim should be a positive and empowering experience, and I bring plenty of enthusiasm, patience, and creativity to every lesson. Outside the pool, Im a law student at the University of Georgiabut swimming has always been my favorite way to stay active and connected with others. Whether your

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We have answers. What makes private lessons better than group classes?

We are so confident in our private, one-on-one instruction that we offer a Learn-to-Swim Guarantee for all students ages 3 and up!* We guarantee your child will be able to resurface, turn around, swim back to the edge of the pool and grab the wall unassisted after they complete their Learn to Swim Guaranteed package. If your child completes their lesson package and hasn't achieved the agreed-upon milestones, we'll work with you to provide up to 4 additional lessons at no extra cost until they do. This program is our commitment to building a foundation of safety and confidence for your child in the water.

Our pricing is transparent and based on the swim lesson package you choose. Packages are available in 6, 12 and 18 lessons with options for 30-minute, 60-minute or longer sessions for multiple students back-to-back. Every package includes a certified, background-checked instructor who comes to your home or preferred pool. Because lessons are private and personalized, you’ll see faster progress and greater value compared to group classes. Start a registration to build a package and see an exact, no-hassle price on options best for your goals and budget.

We make scheduling easy. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend lessons are avaialble 6AM-8PM to fit your family’s lifestyle. You choose the days, times and number of lessons per week that works for you. Because all lessons are private, scheduling is completely flexible and can be adjusted for vacations or weather. In Athens, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.

Our core service is providing private, at-home swim lessons. Your trained instructor travels to your home pool, community pool or aquatic facility anywhere in Athens or across Metro Atlanta. If you don't have a pool, our instructors are happy to meet you at any safe, local pool of your choosing. If using a facility pool, be sure to have authorization to have your Private Swim Lessons there.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational swim instructor is rigorously vetted with comprehensive background checks and is certified in CPR and first aid, and insured under our company insurance policy. Our instructors have a minimum of 2 seasons of teaching experience before being certified. Many also have specialized experience working with infants, toddlers, special needs learners, or adults overcoming fear of water. In Athens, where backyard pools, neighborhood swim clubs, lakes make swimming skills essential, you can trust that your instructor is not only qualified but passionate about building water confidence and safety in every student.

We understand if you're concerned about selecting the right swim instructor for your lessons, because we are too! Our full-time, dedicated matching team carefully reviews your registration and hand selects a swim instructor for your lessons based on your swimmer's age, goals and your schedule. You'll receive a detailed instructor profile with experience, certifications, and reviews. If you'd like to request a specific instructor in Athens, we'll do our best to accommodate. But rest assured that we stand behind each of our swim instructors and selections with our Satisfaction Guarantee.

We stand by the quality of our instructors and offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. While we are confident in our rigorous selection process (all instructors are background-checked and CPR-certified), we want you to have the perfect match. If you're not completely satisfied with your first lesson, just let us know, and we'll restart your lessons with a new instructor or refund your unused lessons, your choice.

For baby and some toddler lessons, parent participation is encouraged for building water comfort. For older children (typically ages 2+), parents are not specifically encouraged to be in the water, as our one-on-one private instruction is designed to build independence. However, we always require a responsible adult to be present on the premises for all lessons with minors. If you have specific preferences or concerns, our team is happy to accommodate them in your registration. We tailor each lesson to your comfort and goals.

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