Private Swim Lessons inBurlingame
Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Burlingame! Our private swim lessons in Burlingame ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills
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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 Burlingame area.
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across Burlingame.
Why our students and parents love us!
5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike
Cassidy is patient and a great teacher. My three year old is getting closer to swimming every lesson.
Steve h.
Popular Swimming Lesson Programs
Baby Swim Lessons
Your baby can begin to learn water safety skills—it’s never too early to start!
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Fun, safe lessons to help toddlers build confidence and basic swim skills.
SelectChild Swim Lessons
Our private classes can help your child achieve—and exceed—their swimming goals.
SelectTeenager Swim Lessons
Our one-on-one lessons help your teen pickup the basics of swim with comfortable guidance.
SelectAdult Swim Lessons
Our lessons help even the most reluctant adults to conquer their fears.
SelectSpecial Needs Swim Lessons
Our trained instructors can help students with autism, sensory challenges, ADHD, physical disabilities & more.
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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 Burlingame 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:
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 Burlingame
Water safety comes first
Our private swimming lessons in Burlingame 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 Burlingame 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 Burlingame-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!
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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
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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.
Steve h.
Cassidy is patient and a great teacher. My three year old is getting closer to swimming every lesson.
Featured swim instructors in Burlingame, CA
We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Burlingame. 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!
Sanam G.
Burlingame, California 94010
Certification N/A
Hi, Im a lifelong water lover with experience as a swim instructor, coach, lifeguard, and water polo coachI even still play Masters water polo for fun! Whether youre just getting comfortable in the water or training to improve your technique, Im here to help you reach your goals and have a great time doing it. I studied Exercise Science at Cal Poly and earned my Masters in Healthcare Administration from Columbia University.
Bryan K.
Belmont, CA 94002
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hello, I am Coach Bryan Koester. I specialize in swimming development for all ages (6 months - 90 years) and levels (beginner to competitor). I've worked in the San Francisco Bay Area since January 2010 as a swim coach/instructor and lifeguard. I have helped hundreds of children and adults reach their swimming goals on many award-winning swim teams and swim schools, including disabled adults and children. I swam competitively in high school and still love swimming with my family and friends.
Mohamed A.
Belmont, CA 94002
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Moh and I have been teaching swim & squash lessons for over 3 years. I am a telecommunication engineer who received my degree in 1992. I love teaching swimming because it is my favorite sport and I want to use my experience to help others learn how to swim and enjoy the water!
Kaylie M.
Pacifica, California 94044
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Kaylie, and Im a kindergarten teacher and certified swim instructor with a deep passion for helping children grow in confidenceboth in the classroom and in the water. I hold my California teaching credential and bring a patient, encouraging approach to every lesson. I played college water polo and swam competitively. I also spent many years as a lifeguard, where I developed a strong focus on water safety and prevention skills. I have worked with many neurodivergent students and tailor my lessons to meet each swimmers individual needs and learning styles. My goal is to create a safe, positive, and empowering environment where every swimmer feels confident, supported, and excited to learn.
Stanley P.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hello, my name is Stanley and I have taught water safety and swim lessons with ages from 3 to adults. I have worked with children since college as private tutor, skiing coach, outreach programs, and volunteers. I love teaching swimming because I love it when people learn new skill for life. Safety is number when it comes to water. So making friends with water is what I am best at introducing beginners. After that, anything is possible.
Thomas L.
Redwood City, California 94062
Certification N/A
I am a retired public school teacher and administrator with many years of experience in and on the water. Sailing, kayak surfing, and snorkeling are water activities that I enjoy in my free time. I was a lifeguard and swimming instructor in college and have taught hundreds of children and dozens of adults to swim. I have also taught children and adults a variety of other water sports, including water skiing, sailing, bodyboarding, sea kayaking, and rowing. My many years of time on the water, experience as a swimming instructor, and years as a teacher have given me the skills to be an excellent swimming instructor.
Juliana W.
Pacifica, CA 94044
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Jules and I've been teaching swim lessons for 8 years with ages 3 months through 80 years old. I've also worked with children and adults for 5 years through the local Special Olympics team. I swam competitively for 10 years and played water polo for 5 years. I went to UC Davis and earned a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering in 2014. I love working with children and watching them succeed and become water safe.
Sheris M.
Daly City, CA 94015
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi there! My name is Sheris! I've swam for over 10 years in a competitive swim team, and have 3 years of experience teaching swim lessons for children 3yrs. to adults. I've worked as an after-school elementary teacher and YMCA lifeguard. This year in 2023 I received my Bachelor's in Psychology at UC Berkeley. I love teaching because I enjoy motivating and seeing students improve in the water. It is so rewarding and I'm excited to work with amazing soon-to-be fishes in the water!
Vivian R.
Redwood City, California 94061
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Vivian. From a young age, I learned to swim. I joined a competitive swim team. I had fun doing competitions, and I often won. My first job was as a lifeguard and swim instructor at my local pool. I have taught in many swim schools and aquatics programs. I have been teaching since February 2015. I teach all ages, from 3-month baby classes to adult first timers. Teaching people to swim, have fun, and be safe in the water is my passion.
Amber L.
San Francisco, CA 94112
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi there! I'm Amber and I LOVE teaching swim lessons. I've worked for two summers as a swim instructor and lifeguard for my city and I've also assisted swim classes for my college. I have taught private lessons for many years and it is such an encouragement to see my swimmers grow. Ages I have worked with include 6 mo's. to 25 years old. I have two major goals I aim to accomplish: for you and your swimmer(s) to be confident in and around the pool and to improve.Have a great swim!Amber
Julia M.
Menlo Park, California 94025
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Im a clinical psychology graduate student at PGSP-Stanford, and Ive been teaching swim lessons for 8 years. Ive been swimming competitively since the age of 6, and I attended Amherst College where I swam and played water polo. I have experience teaching both kids (1-18 years old) and adults (18+). I hope to teach students to love the water as much as I do!
Hana T.
Daly City, CA 94015
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name's Hana! I enjoy teaching people how to swim because it's a great life skill and it makes pool and beach days a lot more fun. I swam competitively on my high school and college swim team. I was also on my high school's water polo team for 3 years where I continued my love for water sports. I have been teaching swimming skills to the public for 7 years and I have worked with 2 to 40 year-olds.
Michael G.
Daly City, CA 94014
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Mike and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for over 5 years with ages 2.5-82. I`ve also worked with children for 32 years as a wrestling coach and teacher. I went to UCLA and earned a BA in History in 1985 and USF Law School in 1989, where I earned a Juris-Doctorate. I love teaching swimming because it is an important survival skill.
Sara C.
Daly City, CA 94015
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hello, my name is Sara and I have nearly 20 years of personal swimming experience as well as over 10 years of experience working with children. I have been a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, after school care worker, and swim instructor. I have been teaching swim lessons for 3 years and am capable of teaching students of all ages and skill levels. I am passionate about swimming and my favorite part of teaching is seeing my students have fun and gain confidence in the water!
Pablo V.
San Leandro, CA 94579
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, I'm Pablo and I've been teaching swim lessons for two years with ages 3 to 60. Before this, I was also the leader of a youth choir for a year - working with ages 6 to 20. I'm currently a freshman at Cal State Univ. East Bay and pursuing a bachelors degree in communications. I swam competetively during high school on the varsity swim team. I enjoy teaching swimming because I believe it is an essential life skill - and I'm grateful to be a promoter of it. Also, it's fun to work with children!
Sasha S.
San Francisco, California 94107
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hey there! Im Sasha- I'm a swim instructor who's passionate about helping students feel comfortable and confident in the water, so they can free their inner fish. I used to live in Shanghai and worked at a preschool, so I'm passionate about bringing new experiences to curious learners. I have experience teaching all ages, including adults. In my free time, I love triathlons and stand up paddle boarding basically anything that involves being near the water! I'm excited to teach students the skills they need to be confident swimmers and teach skills to keep this hobby for life.
Christa G.
San Francisco, California 94132
Certification N/A
Hello! I am a freshman at UC Berkeley with 2 years of professional swim instructor experience at the YMCA of San Francisco. I have a background in competitive swimming and 1.5 years of lifeguarding experience, meaning I prioritize water safety above all else when teaching lessons. Im eager to fill my time between college classes by teaching you how to swim. My goal is that through lessons with me, you will come to appreciate water safety while also having fun! What makes me a great teacher is my cheerfulness in the water, my flexibility with varying levels of skill, and my patience. I look forward to teaching you!
Nathan B.
Menlo Park, CA 94028
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
My 11 years of competitive swimming experience has led to a highly detailed and practical understanding of stroke technique. After over two years of swim instruction at the Burgess Pool in Menlo Park and later, private lessons around Portola Valley, Palo Alto and Menlo Park, I am able to teach students of all ages to be more comfortable in the water and have a better "feel for the water." I also have years of experience with adults who are complete beginners.
Sergio R.
Alameda, CA 94501
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, I'm Sergio! In Colombia, I was part of the Valle Del Cauca National Swim Team. I also swam competitively in the USA for the American Swimmers Club and at the collegiate level at Chabot College. I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years now to a wide range of age, background, skill set and abilities. My favorite thing about teaching swim lessons is seeing my students fall in love with swimming and gain confidence in and around the water. See you soon!
Kim H.
San Francisco, CA 94114
Certification N/A
Kim has been teaching swimming for many years. She taught for 5 years at the YMCA. She spent 12 years as a competitive swimmer. She loves to teach beginners ages 4 and up. She also has experience with special needs students and helping more advanced students improve their efficiency in the water and ongoing enjoyment of swimming.
Lian J.
San Francisco, California 94117
Certification N/A
Hi there! My name is Lian, and I am a Division 1 swimmer and rising junior at American University. I am a passionate athlete who loves helping others in the pool, whether it be fine-tuning their skills or simply becoming more comfortable in the water. My swimming experience of over 15 years has taught me all about the water and the sport, with expertise ranging from water safety to the smallest techniques that can drastically improve stroke and breath efficiency. I have been teaching kids and babies of all ages, including those with special needs and disabilities, since February 2022. If youre interested in starting or improving your journey as a swimmer, then I hope to see you in the pool!
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We have answers. What makes private lessons better than group classes?
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 Burlingame, 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 Burlingame or across South Bay. 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 Burlingame, where backyard pools, community centers 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 Burlingame, 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.