Toddler swim lessons inChester County
Looking for the best private toddler swimming lessons near me? Itâs always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Chester County! Our private swim lessons ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills.
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With our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee, if your toddler canât demonstrate the âSunsational Swim Sequenceâ by the twelfth lesson, weâll give you up to four additional classes for free!
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to your home pool or local community pool, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across the Chester County.
What are survival float lessons?
Chester County parents often ask if we teach survival float, self-rescue techniques or Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) lessons. We share the same fundamental goal as ISR - ensuring water safety - but our teaching methods differ. ISR often uses a method called âforced back floatingâ, where toddlers are repeatedly submerged to trigger a floating reflex. While learning to float is valuable, this method can cause negative associations with water.
At Sunsational Swim School, we focus on teaching both floating and essential swimming strokes. This ensures toddlers can stay afloat as well as move to safety confidently.
Our experienced instructors in Chester County use gentle encouragement and positive reinforcement, which helps toddlers develop water skills in a fun, nurturing environment. Weâre committed to building a foundation of water confidence.
Why are swimming lessons so important for toddlers?
Drowning is the #1 leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. among children under 5, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes â even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:
Swimming lessons can save lives. Give your toddler the gift of swimming which lasts a lifetime!
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
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Benefits of kids swimming lessons
A 2009 study found that children who take kids swimming lessons have a significantly lower risk of accidental drowning. Learning to swim is essential for your kidâs safety and confidence in the water.
Kids swimming lessons reduce the risk of drowning
Unlike many sports, swimming is something kids can start at any age, and continue throughout their lives. Swim classes introduce young swimmers to a skill that is best developed early.
Swimming is a lifelong activity
Obesity is a rising problem in America, and swimming lessons for children might just be the answer. Swimming is a great full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health and builds muscle strength.
Swimming builds strength and endurance
Swimming isnât just about safety, itâs about enjoying the time in the water with confidence. Kids swimming lessons teach children lifesaving skills while also helping kids learn to enjoy swimming for the rest of their lives.
Important skill for fun and safety
This might surprise parents, but studies have shown children who undertake swim lessons at an early age develop stronger cognitive and motor skills, which can help them succeed in school. This means they might do better!
Kids who swim do better in school
Swimming isnât just a fun activity and an important life skill, itâs also a fantastic form of exercise. Non-weight bearing and able to work out every single muscle group, starting swim lessons will keep them fit until theyâve grown!
A fun way to stay active and healthy
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
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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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Why choose Sunsational Swim School for your toddlerâs swim lessons?
Water safety starts early
We prioritize safety in every lesson. Our toddler swim programs teach essential water safety skills, ensuring your child learns to swim in a fun yet secure environment.
A fun and progressive learning approach
At Sunsational Swim School our lessons follow a progressive method that makes learning fun; not stressful or fear-inducing. With private lessons our instructors go at your child's pace, progressing them only when they're ready.
Learn to swim guaranteed
We're so confident in our methods that we offer a Learn to Swim Guarantee in all of our private toddler swim classes. If your child can't swim back to the pool wall after 12 lessons, you'll get up to four more lessons for free.
Swim lessons that fit around your schedule
Chester County parents are busy, and often struggle to fit their toddler's swim lessons into their schedule. That's why our instructors come to you, holding lessons at a time, and pool, that's convenient for you.
Expert instructors you can trust
Our Chester County swim instructors are highly experienced and have a minimum of two years teaching, CPR and First Aid Certified, and many are also Red Cross lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor certified.
Lessons are fun and age-appropriate
We make learning to swim fun and engaging with games, activities and age-appropriate techniques. Young children also earn Sunsational skill charts and certificates to celebrate their progress!
Toddler lessons
The more lessons you buy, the more you save!
1 Student
30 - 45 Minute private Lessons
18 lessons
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12 lessons
71
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6 lessons
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*60+ minute lessons can be divided into back-to-back lessons for multiple children
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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!
Emma W.
West Bradford Township, PA 19335
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Emma Ward and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages 6 months - adults. I've also worked with children for 5 years as a camp counselor. I am a sophomore at Messiah College starting Art Education. I love teaching and I love swimming. I have been competitively swimming since I have been a little girl. I think it is important to be a swim instructor so kids can learn how to safely swim!
Caroline S.
Downingtown, Pennsylvania 19335-3440
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! My name is Caroline Shannon, and I am about to start my junior year at West Chester University where I am studying Media and Culture. I currently work as a swim team coach for the same team I grew up swimming competitively for at ACAC in West Chester. I have experience working with children of all ages through my time working for The Learning Experience, Kids First Swim School, and ACAC. I hope to instill the same love for the water that I have in all the kids I work with!
Aditya C.
Chester Springs, Pennsylvania 19425
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Aditya Chavan, and my passion for swimming started at Boy Scouts summer camp, and I have loved it ever since! I have been swim instructing since February 2023, and I have had more than 4 years of teaching/tutoring experience. I will help my swimmers learn and grow while also having lots of fun! I have experience instructing ages 4 and up, including those with special needs!
Indigo W.
West Chester, Pennsylvania 19383
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi, my name is Indigo! I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2022 with ages 1 to 15, but I have also worked a little with infants and adults. I have been working with children since September 2018 as a nanny, substitute paraprofessional, and working with children with autism and special needs. I go to West Chester University and am working towards my bachelor's degree in psychology. I have always loved the water and love kids, so teaching swim lessons is a joy to me.
Jennifer H.
Chester, PA 19382
Sunsational Certified Since 2016
Hi, my name is Jenn, and I've been teaching swim lessons over 4 years with ages 1 to 60 years old. I have worked with children as a babysitter, assistant teacher, outdoor facilitator, and tutor. I went to Delaware County Community College for Associates degree in Early Childhood Education (2010), and Gallaudet University for Bachelor degree in Recreation (2014). I enjoy teaching swimming because the water feels good, and it is fun. I love working with individuals with special needs.
Finn H.
Paoli, Pennsylvania 19301
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Finn! Swimming has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can rememberIve been a competitive swimmer for 16 years, and that passion naturally led me into lifeguarding and teaching. Ive spent the last 6 years lifeguarding and the past 4 years teaching swim lessons, and I genuinely love helping people feel confident and safe in the water. Ive worked with all ages, from toddlers taking their very first strokes to adults conquering their fear of swimming. My teaching style is patient, upbeat, and tailored to each swimmers needs. I focus on building trust and making lessons both effective and enjoyablewhether were working on water safety or fine-tuning technique.
Carson C.
null, Pennsylvania 19342
Certification N/A
I am 24 years old and love the water! Since I was 15, I have taught swim lessons for ages as young as 2.5 years old and up to 18 years old. For the past 4 years, I have taken over as the head dive team coach at Hidden Hollow Swim Club. I love encouraging athletes to have fun learning new skills safely. I specialize in teaching diving, water safety, freestyle skills, and treading water. I look forward to working with you!
Jeffery S.
Pottstown, Pennsylvania 19465
Certification N/A
Hey! Im Jeffery! With six years of experience teaching swim lessons, Im passionate about helping swimmers of all ages and skill levels gain confidence in the water. As a Red Cross-certified instructor with CPR certification, I prioritize safety while making lessons engaging and effective. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or looking to refine your technique, Im here to help you reach your goals in a supportive and fun environment since February 2019.
Emma L.
Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania 19060
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name is Emma Lunn! I swam for the University of Miami for the past 2 years and am transferring this fall to continue swimming and study biology at Emory University. I have been swimming since May 2008 and started competing when I was 5 years old. I am lifeguard certified and have worked with kids ranging from 5 years old to high school swimmers. I love sharing my love for the water and for swimming!
Darlene S.
Royersford, Pennsylvania 19468
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi! My name is Darlene Smith. I have experience teaching infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. I hold a Bachelors degree in Elementary and Special Education, as well as a Masters degree in Education. I have worked extensively with children who have disabilities and those who are fearful of the water. My goal is to teach individuals of all ages how to be safe in and around the pool.
Aidan R.
Reading, Pennsylvania 19606
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Aidan Rutherford. I was on the swim and dive team for 15 years; I also played water polo for 4 years. After my last year on the swim team, I decided I wanted to teach kids how to swim. I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2021. I started off at our local pool, and I now work for the British Swim School. I have worked there for about 3 months now, and I have loved every second of it. I have now been accepted to teach at Sunsational Swim School.
Andreia O.
Aston, PA 19014
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
ĂĂĂŻI take swimming very seriously, not only is it a hobby of mine, but when I was younger I used to compete as well. When I work with children my main focus is teaching them to feel comfortable in and around water, along with water safety. As for adult students, I focus on their skills and how to improve them and the goals that we set together. I am an Early Childhood Education Major and I have had the opportunity to work with children in many different environments.
Kalrissian W.
Claymont, Delaware 19703
Certification N/A
Hi, I look forward to teaching you and or/your children! I am proficient in all swim strokes, and I am able to teach different techniques, but my main focus is water safety. I used to be on a swim team as a kid, but after that, I decided to stay active by lap swimming and teaching students to swim. I have over 4 years of experience working with students ages 4 months through adults. I can't wait to meet you!
Stacey S.
Newark, Delaware 19711
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hello! My Name is Stacey I am 19 years old college student and I have been working in the Aquatics field for 2 years now. Ive worked primarily as a Swim Instructor for the Western YMCA for 3 summers now(which is also my first job). I have taught all age groups and levels from infant to senior and from basic acclimation to competition. I am also a coach for a summer swim league team and the Y. In my spare time, I usually play music, read, game, or do nights out (or in) with friends. (Fun fact when I was in High-school I joined the swim team to learn how to swim. Lets just say there was a LOT of learning to do. Lol)
Julie B.
Media, PA 19063
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Julie! I taught swim lessons for 7 years and was a lifeguard for 6 years. I also swam competitively for 14 years! I`m now a speech language pathologist working with students aged 5-8, which I`ve been doing for 4 years. I earned my bachelors and masters degrees in speech pathology from La Salle University and now I`m getting a second masters degree in special education from Penn State. I have a passion for teaching and a love for swimming and I can`t wait to share that with you!
Kathryn D.
Wayne, PA 19087
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi, my name is Kathryn and I've been teaching swim lessons for six years with ages 2 to 14. I've also worked with children for 10 years as a babysitter, camp counselor, lifeguard, tutor, coach and health instructor. I went to Clemson University and earned a degree in Health Science in December of 2017 and I am now in Physician Assistant School at Temple. My favorite part about swimming my students looks when they master a new goal.
Gia C.
Newark, Delaware 19713
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Gia. I currently work as a supervisor and swim instructor at another institution. I have loved swimming since I was a kid. I swam competitively during my freshman year and a little bit of my sophomore year of high school. Even to this day, I remember who taught me how to swim, and I enjoy teaching others and being that person to make swimming fun and memorable for your kids as well!
Emi B.
Wallingford, Pennsylvania 19086
Certification N/A
Hi! Im Emi, and Im from Media, PA. I have been competitively swimming since January 2014 and have been working with children since February 2016. This will be my third season as a swim instructor and my first as a Sunsational partner. I recently graduated from Skidmore College with a BA in Neuroscience and Psychology (along with a minor in Education), and I love incorporating research-backed teaching methods into my lessons. Im comfortable working with swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Im looking forward to working with you!
Jeanne H.
Brookhaven, Pennsylvania 19015
Certification N/A
Special Education teacher of 40 years with 10 years of swim instruction and coaching experience at a local swim club.
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We have answers. When should toddlers start swim lessons?
We make scheduling easy. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend lessons are avaialble 6AM-8PM to fit your familyâs 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 Chester County, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever youâre ready.
YesâSunsationalâs instructors in Chester County are CPR-certified and are insured under our company liability insurance policy. Every Sunsational certified swim instructor has a minimum prior 2 seasons of teaching experience. Lessons are always one-on-one or small group for close supervision. Our instructors teach toddlers to float, roll to their back, and safely reach the pool edgeâwhat we call the Sunsational Safety Sequence. These skills are proven to reduce the risk of drowning by up to 88% for children ages 1 to 4 years old[1] and are included in our Learn to Swim Guarantee for children ages 3 and up!
Your childâs first swim lesson focuses on safety, comfort, and trust. Our instructor will introduce floating, kicking, blowing bubbles, and gentle submersion using songs and games. Our private swim instructors in Chester County come to you and lessons are taught in your own pool to create a safe, familiar environment. Teers are not unexpected, but what is even more expected is that your child will become more familiar and more confident in the water!
Every child learns at their own pace, but most toddlers in Chester County start floating, kicking, and swimming short distances within a few weeks of consistent lessons. Sunsationalâs personalized approachâtaught in your own poolâhelps toddlers learn faster than in group swim schools. With Sunsational's Learn to Swim Guarantee, toddlers ages 3 and up are guaranteed to learn to swim within 12 lessons, or weâll provide up to four additional lessons free until they do.
Most parents in Chester County start toddler swim lessons between 18 months and 3 years old. At this age, children are curious, active, and ready to begin learning basic swimming and safety skills. Sunsationalâs certified instructors in {{metroAarea}} customize lessons to your toddlerâs confidence and comfort level. We offer a learn to swim guarantee for toddlers ages 3 and up!
Swim lessons help toddlers build coordination, strength, and confidenceâbut the biggest benefit is safety. In Chester County, where many families enjoy indoor pools, community centers or indoor lap swim, summer pool programs, early swim instruction reduces drowning risk by up to 88% for children ages 1-4 years old and teaches respect for the water while keeping learning playful.
Yes! Sunsational offers both private 1-on-1 swim lessons and small sibling or friend groups in Chester County and nearby neighborhoods in Greater Philadelphia. Private lessons let your child learn at their own pace with minimal distractions.
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 Chester County, 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.
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.