Teen Swim Lessons inCentral Scottsdale
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Sunsational Swim School offers private teen swim lessons in Central Scottsdale for beginner, intermediate, and competitive swimmers. If your teen hasn’t learned to swim yet, private swim lessons are the best way to help them build this essential life skill quickly and confidently.
Water safety is a skill that should not be delayed. The sooner they start with a private swim instructor, the better prepared they’ll be for pool parties, beach trips, or water parks.
Some teens may feel embarrassed about learning to swim. That’s why private swim lessons are so effective—no audience, no pressure, just one-on-one guidance from a skilled instructor focused on helping your teen succeed.
Intermediate swim lessons for teens in Central Scottsdale
For teens who already have a grasp of swimming basics, formal swimming lessons can provide a perfect way to go from a beginner swimmer to swim team-ready. Intermediate private lessons will usually include developing the mechanics of the various competitive strokes; freestyle (or front crawl), backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke. For a teen looking to join a swim team, a working knowledge of these strokes is a must. While a teen will learn how to do these swimming strokes from a swim team coach, private swim lessons ensure that a swimmer has a strong grasp on proper stroke form. Intermediate lessons for teens can also include introductions to other competitive swim skills, such as diving, flip turns, breathing technique, treading water and underwater streamline work.
Water safety is a skill that should not be delayed. The sooner they start with a private swim instructor, the better prepared they’ll be for pool parties, beach trips, or water parks.
Some teens may feel embarrassed about learning to swim. That’s why private swim lessons are so effective—no audience, no pressure, just one-on-one guidance from a skilled instructor focused on helping your teen succeed.
Why choose Sunsational Swim School for your teen swim lessons in Central Scottsdale
Water safety starts early
Our private swimming lessons in Central Scottsdale teach essential water safety skills from day one. The “Sunsational Swim Sequence” teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.
Flexible scheduling for busy Central Scottsdale families
You may have to squeeze into your swimsuit, but you don’t have to squeeze our lessons into your calendar! Your Sunsational swimming class fits your schedule, not the other way around.
Personalized instruction for faster progress
Our instructors make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths. Sunsational’s teen classes in Central Scottsdale utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so teens can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.
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 teen lessons at the Central Scottsdale-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!
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Advanced and competitive swimmers benefit from private lessons too
Even experienced swimmers can benefit from teen swim lessons near me. Private lessons provide focused, one-on-one coaching to help competitive swimmers refine their technique and improve performance. With a dedicated private swim instructor, teens can target specific skills like hand pulls, kicks, and stroke timing. Advanced techniques such as relay starts, backstroke starts, diving skills, and flip turns can also be practiced and perfected.
Teen lessons have always been my favorite to teach. Over the years, I’ve been lucky to teach teens at almost every level: beginners learning how to swim, teens enrolled in the GuardStart program, competitive swimmers on swim teams, and everything in between. Most of my work with teens has been with non-swimmer beginners looking to gain the fundamental basics of swimming. This has included teens who were terrified of water as well as teens who simply hadn’t yet had the opportunity to learn how to swim.
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Kelsey A.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85259
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Kelsey, a fellow mermaid and swimming enthusiast. I love helping people of all ages remove their fears about the water. Once we move past water safety, it becomes even more fun learning and perfecting swimming styles for the best strokes. I have a background in water acclimation, survival-based swimming, and stroke development.
Thomas V.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Tommy and I've taught swim lessons for 3 years. I've also been a recreational coach for 2 years. I have experience with toddlers, children, young adults, and adults. I have experience with special needs children and fearful children. I love to see children of all ages develop a love of water. I'm a graduate of the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona and have a degree in marketing. I'm a former competitive swimmer and have a passion for all things swimming!
Natalie B.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Natalie, and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2019. I have always loved swimming and being in the water, so it is my joy to teach students of all ages, helping them enjoy the water as much as I do! My goals are to foster safety, comfort, fun, and technique. I am a naturopathic doctor currently working on building my practice, so I have a high level of training in water safety and lots of experience working with both children and adults!
cate c.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
Certification N/A
Hi! I'm Cate Clowers, and I have been a swimmer for 14 years now! I started teaching swim lessons in March 2023 and fell in love with it! I love to swim, and it makes me so happy to have the opportunity to teach others how to swim or become better swimmers!
Benjamin W.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hello. My name is Benjamin Weber. I have been providing swim and surf instruction for 6 years. I have taught children to swim ages 6 month up to adults. I have just begun working part-time as a substitute teacher as well. I graduated from CSUMB in 2016 with a B.S. in Kinesiology. I have a deep love for water, whether it be pools or oceans. It is my goal to be able to share that love with others by providing a personalized experience to each client.
Paul M.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
Certification N/A
My name is Paul Miller. I have been a swimmer since I was 5, starting in private lessons just like this and working all the way up to swimming through college and beyond. It has been a constant throughout my life, and it would be my pleasure to offer you an opportunity to find as much joy from it as I did!
Erika B.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, I am Erika and I am a California native and have grown up for a love of water and the ocean. I began swimming at a young age and competitively from high school through college. I have over 8 years of experience teach private lessons from infants to adults, from water safety to advance technique. I have also had the honor of being a club swim coach for the the ages of 5-18. I still enjoy swimming in my free time and look forward to bringing my passion for swimming to those I teach.
Kristin T.
Phoenix, AZ 85054
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
Hi, my name is Kristin. I've been teaching swim lessons for 16 years with swimmers of all ages and abilities, infant to adult. I swam competitively and coached at the summer league, high school and U.S.S. Club levels. I graduated college quite a few years ago. I have a Bachelors in Business and a Masters of Business Admin. I love teaching because watching a swimmer build confidence and skill is so rewarding. Also as a parent, I want to do my part to reduce water related tragedies in Arizona.
Isabella C.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85254
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Emery (They/Them)! I have been a dedicated teacher with experience since February 2021! I have worked at community pools and the YMCA, providing both group and private lessons, as well as adaptive lessons for children with special needs. I have a passion for working with students of all ages and levels. Whether they are a new swimmer or want to work on advanced techniques, I am willing and able to teach them! I believe swimming is a very important skill that can also be a lot of fun! I'm excited to meet your student and start our swim journey together!
Alex R.
Phoenix, AZ 86260
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi my name is Alex and I am a native of the valley! My experience comes in the form of 4 years of private one on one swim instruction mostly focusing on children ages one to 12. I also have experience working with adults of all ages up to 75 years of age. My passion is to help my clients achieve total and complete confidence in and around water and to also enhance swimming proficiency. I love to teach and cant wait to help you achieve your swimming and water safety goals!
Jami W.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Sunsational Certified Since 2020
Hi! I'm Jami. I've been teaching swim lessons and coaching swimming for almost 20 years. It was my first job, and I've been doing it ever since! I've worked with kids starting at the age of 6 months and adults, both for technique and to learn from the beginning. I am also a teacher and vice principal. I love sharing my knowledge and watching someone learn a new skill or understand something new. I look forward to working with you!
Hannah S.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! Im Hannah and Im so excited for the opportunity to teach students how to swim. Ive been around water my whole life, from summer league swim team to coaching a USA swim team. My favorite activities are pool and lake days and I want to teach and empower students to love, learn and be aware of water as much as I am. Ive taught infants to adults how to swim, be comfortable in the water and improve stoke techniques. Cant wait to meet your family!
Artjom A.
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, I am Artjom, and I grew up in Slovenia. I began swim lessons when I was 5. I swam competitively for 13 years and began teaching in 2010. My experience is with children aged 3 to 15 years, beginning and advanced students, non swimming adults and students with autism. I graduated from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in 2016 and taught swimming at the YMCA in Los Angeles. Blending challenge with fun and a lifetime love of swimming is what my lessons are all about.
Colleen C.
Mesa, AZ 85203
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hi, my name is Colleen and I've been teaching swim lessons for eight years with ages 1 to 12 years old. I've also worked with children for five years as a teacher. I went to school at Arizona State University and earned a bachelors degree in elementary education in 2013. I love teaching students the fundamentals of water safety, and taking part in their learning process. I look forward to working with some great kiddos!
Josephine B.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85257
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Josephine, and I just moved to Arizona from Massachusetts! I have a lot of experience working with kids of all ages through teaching both swimming and ski instructing. I grew up swimming on a swim team and was both a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I am a full-time engineer and excited to get back to teaching swimming lessons as I explore the area and eventually transition back into a career in engineering. I really want to make a difference with what I do and make a difference in the lives of others. Swimming is a very important skill that everyone should know how to do on some level. If you choose me to teach your child, you wont be disappointed!
Douglas R.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi my name is Doug, I swam year round for over 10 years for a USA swim club. I started teaching lessons and coaching when i was in high school. I taught lessons for 5 summers for the City of Glendale, one summer for the City of Surprise then a year and a half for the YMCA. I have taught children as young as infants with their mother up to middle aged adults at LA Fitness. I can teach anything from basic learning to swim to in depth technical training for all 4 strokes for competitive swimmers
Carlie H.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Carlie and I have taught swimming for 2 years with kids aging from 2-13. I have also worked with children in school settings, home settings, and in my personal life for over 15 years. I graduated form UC Davis in 2017 with a BA in Communication and minor in Human Rights. I am currently a graduate student at ASU earning a MA in Social Justice and Human Rights. I swam and played water polo through high school and it brings me joy to share my passion for the water with others.
Lauren C.
Mesa, AZ 85203
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi, my name is Lauren Castillo. I have been teaching swim lessons in the summers since 2010. I have worked with all ages from 6 months to adults. I love teaching young children how to swim with good form and safety skills. I work as an elementary school counselor during the school year and have experience with children of all abilities. I love teaching swimming because I love to instill confidence in children and see how quickly they can progress.
Emily T.
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi, my name is Emily and I have been a competitive swimmer since I was 6 years old. I swam 4 years on a Division 1 swim team at Valparaiso University and graduated in May 2017 with a degree in Biology. I taught swim lessons to children ages 4-11 for one summer. I love teaching swim lessons because I love seeing children having fun and completing tasks in the water. Also, I love encouraging kids and knowing the children will be safer near and in the water.
Eiley C.
Phoenix, Arizona 85018-7816
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hello! My name is Eiley! After being born and raised in North Carolina, I moved to Arizona for my day job. I have a passion for what I do and understand the importance of learning how to swim. I was the captain of my high school swim team and swam in college. I was also a lifeguard for years and have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I have taught ages 2-35 and love to take on a challenge!
Samantha S.
Mesa, AZ 85201
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Samantha and I have been teaching and coaching swimming for ten years ages one through adulthood. In 2012 I graduated with my MA in Communication from ASU. I am a former competitive swimmer and NCAA Division II water polo athlete. My teaching style is patient, caring, motivational, instructional, fun, and even competitive. Once my students conquer their fear of the water, the entire swim world is opened to them with endless swim opportunities. I look forward to meeting you!
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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 Central Scottsdale, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.
Sunsational Swim School offers private, at-home swim lessons designed to help teens build confidence, improve technique, or overcome fear of the water. Each session is taught one-on-one by a certified, background-checked instructor who personalizes every lesson to the teen’s goals—whether learning to swim for safety, fitness, or school requirements. In Central Scottsdale, where backyard pools, HOA pools are part of everyday life, our private format ensures teens feel comfortable, respected, and motivated to progress.
Yes. Sunsational instructors can tailor lessons for fitness, endurance, stroke refinement, or lifeguard readiness. Whether your teen wants to prepare for summer lifeguard certification, join a team, or simply improve technique, our certified instructors in Central Scottsdale create targeted programs that strengthen skills and boost performance while reinforcing safe, efficient swimming habits.
Every teen progresses at their own pace, but most beginners in Central Scottsdale see significant confidence and skill development within 8–12 lessons. Factors like comfort level, athletic background, lesson frequency, and practice between sessions all play a role. Private instruction accelerates learning because every minute is focused on your teen's specific needs—no waiting for others or repeating skills they've already mastered. Many teens who start nervous about water are swimming independently within a few weeks. Your Sunsational instructor will assess progress regularly and adjust lessons to keep momentum going, ensuring your teen reaches their goals efficiently and safely.
Each lesson plan is customized to your teen’s ability and goals. Beginners focus on floating, breathing, and survival strokes, while more advanced swimmers learn freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and endurance training. Sunsational instructors also teach water safety and rescue awareness, so teens are confident around backyard pools, HOA pools, home pool cooling, morning/evening swims and all the great activities to enjoy in Central Scottsdale.