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Your baby’s first splash should be fun – not stressful. But with drowning being the leading cause of death for young children under the age of five, including babies, water safety isn’t optional – it’s essential. That’s where our top-rated, experienced instructors come in.

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Fun, safe & effective baby swim lessons in Fort Lauderdale!

Our Fort Lauderdale swim lessons help your little one progress from their first splashes to advanced safety skills using gentle, proven techniques like songs, games, and guided movements, our instructors teach your baby to:

We call this the Sunsational Safety Sequence. We even offer parent-and-baby lessons to ease you both into the water together.

Studies show that formal swim lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88%, making our swim school a crucial part of family safety. This is especially true if you have a home pool, as over 72% of pool drownings occur at home.

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Christina has been very accommodating to our schedule and very patient with my 1.5 yr old daughter trying to warm up to her. She provides age appropriate lessons. We are very pleased with our experience so far and would def recommend her

June K.

'Coach Q is our greatest blessing! Our baby is thriving in the water! Highly recommend' - Nicole Johnson

Nicole B.

Shannon is terrific! She is great with the children, imparts safety protocols as part of her lessons, and even had my three-year old doing proper arm strokes on her first lesson (which was something we had tried to get her to do for over a year.)

Stephanie V.

'Dana is great with our child and he really likes her. She has creative ways to teach a toddler to swim where it looks like they are playing but he's really learning his skills in the water.' - Nicole N.

Nicole G.

Sylena was great with our 1 year old. She made it fun and simple for her but also for us to learn skills to continue to help our daughter develop in the water. Communication was easy with her and we were able to reschedule many times due to the weather. We highly recommend Sylena!

Ashleigh M.

'Benjamin is amazing. He is patient, and kind and taught my toddler so much and made it all fun. I highly recommend this swim school and Ben as an instructor.'- Erin M

erin m.

Christina was a great swim teacher for our 18mo old daughter. It was her first experience with swimming and Christina was very patient and made her feel very comfortable from the first lesson. She made swimming fun and my daughter loved seeing her & getting in the pool.

Tami L.

My swim instructor was Marianela Freites and she did an amazing job. It's hard enough to teach a 17 year old how to swim but she managed to do it in only 6 lessons. Her lessons were not only educating but also fun.

Sherene T.

William has been an excellent instructor for our two-year-old son. He's very motivational and patient. Our son was initially nervous about going under water during his lessons. Now, he looks forward to retrieving swim rings, etc. from under water. Since he started his lessons, he has become much more confident in the pool. He now gets so excited whenever he gets to go swimming.

Andrea A.

Courtney is teaching my 2.5 year old twins to swim at our pool. Both kids look forward to their lessons and we can see improvement in skills and confidence in the pool with each lesson. I feel like they are developing a great foundation for a lifetime of swimming.

Sofia Y.

Marianela continuously goes above and beyond! Her passion shines through and we could not be happier. My husband and I have learned so much, all thanks to her knowledge. She is patient and naturally fantastic with our 9-month-old son. We look forward to continuing our lessons with her throughout next year!

Valerie M.

We love Marianela who has been giving lessons to our 10-month-old daughter. She is patient, warm, and knows when to push and when to just let our daughter have fun. She has made great progress in a short period of time which I couldn't believe such a young child. We recommend Marianela 100%!

Batya G.

Can't say enough about Marianela! My son loved her! She was early every lesson and was never rushed to leave. The progress my son has made is truly remarkable. Thank you Marianela for being so wonderful. I'd recommend Sunsational Swim, especially Marianela to anyone.

Christina K.

Christine was great with our 2 year old, no regrets using this school. Christine was very patient and showed professionalism and experience with each class.

Michele B.

My daughter loves her instructor and cannot wait for her swim lessons each week.

Allana W.

We couldn't be happier with the experience our children have had with Lee Ann. From day one, she created a warm and welcoming environment that made our kids feel comfortable and excited to learn. It is a highlight during their week. We highly recommend to anyone looking for an outstanding swim instructor for their children.

William K.

Niola is AMAZING! Always on time if not a few minutes early! Developed a trusting friendship with my child very quickly. Very good at reading my child's needs emotionally and would adapt lessons... [read full review](https://biz.yelp.com/r2r/DHq998gAKmjEYgpxFccbtg/review/jIQGCx1oxtwNL_VVE4XDLg)

Brynn L.

Marianela Marquina is the best swim instructor ever! She was amazing with my 2 yr old daughter! I decided to purchase private lessons during the pandemic because I did not want my daughter around a large group of parents and kids. She was worth every penny. My daughter loves the water and learned so many safety lessons. She is excellent

Allana W.

My father in law bought lessons for our 2 year old son, Maximus. He swims like a fish now and his instructor, Amy is amazing. She's so friendly and enthusiastic. Our son was engaged the entire time he was in the pool. He got small prizes and a certificate after he achieved expected results. Will recommend to our friends. Amy is the best! Thanks Sunsational!!

Harry P.

'Julia did an EXCEPTIONAL JOB!!! She was patient, adapted to my 11month olds moods when he was tired, created a welcoming pool environment, set clear expectations for his age, and was knowledgeable. What I enjoyed most was her pleasant attitude and her flexibility due to weather and our short time frame while we were visiting Florida. Thanks again Julia! When we come back we'll call you if you're available!!' -Olivia Holland

OLIVIA H.

incredible! both my daughters loved Nela and I would recommend her to anyone!

Corey H.

We couldn’t believe how much our baby learned in such a short amount of time! Our instructor was friendly, informative and great with our baby! - Danielle McCambridge

Danielle M.

My daughter had swimming lessons with Marianela and we loved them! She learned how to hold her breath underwater in just a day and by the end of the week she was grabbing toys from the bottom of the pool. Marianela was very patient with her and knew how to keep my daughter entertained. My daughter was laughing the whole class! I really recommend Marianela if you want your children to learn while having fun.

María F.

We have really enjoyed our classes with Marianela. She is very professional, arrives very prepared to all of the classes, is effective in teaching skills, and is great with children.

Jennifer M.

Christina was great instructor for our 2 year old daughter. She was very punctual and was always available when we wanted lessons. We highly recommmend her!! - Jamie

Jamie G.

'We had an incredible experience!! Julia was our swim instructor and was able to come to our house to teach our almost 2 year old how to be safe in and around the pool. He is now almost able to swim to the side and get to the stairs safely, whereas before he would have been afraid! Julia was so kind and very patient with our son. She was awesome! Highly recommend Sunsational Swim School!!' - Annah T.

Annah T.

Marinella is fantastic with our 2-year-old! She knows exactly how to push JUST enough to keep her growing and becoming more comfortable in the water, without her becoming scared or overwhelmed! She makes the whole lesson seen like playtime while still teaching her the basics of swimming. We couldn't be happier with Marinella! -Nate D.

Nate D.

Sunsational Swim School pared is up with Marianela to teach my 21-month-old grandson swim/survival skills. She was professional, patient and sincerely committed to making him successful. I highly recommend her to teach any age. Marianela was a professional, patient and caring instructor for my grandson. I highly recommend her to anyone needing swim/survival skills.

Jackie R.

We love our instructor, Marianela! She is very patient with our 2 1/2-year-old son and he has learned so much with her in just 5 sessions. We are impressed he is already swimming underwater to the wall and we couldn't be happier so far with his progress. Thank you!!

Danielle S.

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When can babies start swim lessons?

From backyard pools to sun-drenched beach days, water is everywhere, but is your baby ready? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends reducing the risk of accidental drowning by starting swim lessons as early as six months to start building essential water safety skills.

A lifetime of water adventures is such a precious gift for your child. But the foundation of that gift needs to be child water safety skills. Start early, stay safe!

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WE FIT YOUR SCHEDULE

When you have a baby swimming lesson with Sunsational you get to choose a lesson time that works for you. You can even book more than one study back to back, so all your kids can have lessons at the same time.

QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS

Sunsational has very strict rules for our instructors, and you can expect an airtight screening and qualification process (including working with children and background checks) that ensures every instructor is certified in CPR/First Aid and has a minimum of 2 years teaching experience.

WE COMETO YOU

Don’t worry about running your kids all over town to attend infant swimming lessons, because our instructors can come straight to your door. If you don’t have a pool, we can use your nearest community pool!

WE CARE ABOUT WATER SAFETY

After years of offering swimming lessons for babies, we understand that the most important part about learning to swim is safety skills. Our instructors prioritize these skills with our students to make sure they’re safe in the water.

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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!

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Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

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Infant swim lessons near me made easy for parents

Getting to swim classes in Fort Lauderdale can be tough – that’s why we bring the lessons to you! We want your baby to be comfortable in the water, so we offer private parent and baby lessons or the option to create a small baby group (3 to 6 babies) with your friends. Our instructors make it easy for everyone to have fun while learning key water safety skills together.

Babies will receive a certificate after completing their lessons. What’s more fun than your baby earning a certificate with their friends?

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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

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5 reasons to start swim lessons for your baby now

Many Fort Lauderdale parents wonder if their baby is too young to start learning to swim. They think babies will eventually learn the skills on their own, or that the skill isn’t necessary. Here’s why starting lessons early is a smart choice:

Water safety starts early

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children under four. Babies are naturally curious, which is why baby swimming lessons make so much sense. An awareness of the water, and water safety skills, could very well save your child’s life one day.

Decreased risk of drowning

It’s impossible to watch over your children every second. Most daycare facilities have pool or splash days during the summer or have field trips that include water fun. Children can drown in less than 1 inch of water, particularly if the person is under the age of 4. Swimming lessons help decrease the risk of drowning.

Encourages social interaction

Swimming and playing in the pool with parents and other babies helps boost babies' social development. Babies learn through shared experiences, laughter, and engaging in activities together. Your child shouldn't have to skip these character-forming moments due to a fear of the water or because you simply haven't found the time for swim lessons.

Builds their strength

For babies, swimming helps strengthen their muscles, improve coordination, and enhance their motor skills – all without any unnecessary stress on joints. Plus, the water’s resistance provides a full-body workout, even for the tiniest of swimmers. Swimming may even help learn to walk sooner thanks to better muscle control.

Lifelong skill that starts early

Swimming is a skill for life. Providing your baby with swimming lessons opens up a whole new arena of fun and fitness that they can participate in all their lives. If you don't know how to swim, consider taking a parent and baby swim class together or taking adult swim lessons on your own. Create core memories in the water, together!

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How parent and baby swim lessons help build confidence around the water

Babies as young as six months old benefit from pool time in the arms of a trusted adult. Infant swim lessons allow your child to enjoy the water before they have a chance to learn fear. Positive pool experiences help babies remain calm so they can progress to learn effective water navigation skills such as kicking and back floats.

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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

The benefits of swim lessons extend beyond the pool. The sensory and motor stimulation resulting from pool time creates new neurons that positively impact confidence and even intelligence. Bilateral movements, or using both sides of the body, help increase the connections between the two hemispheres of the brain, which will later help with skills like language development, spatial awareness and reading.

How to prepare your baby for swim lessons

Not ready for a formal class yet? Start at home! Simple activities in the bathtub, like gently pouring water over your baby’s head, introducing words like “kick” and “splash”, or laying them on their back in shallow water, can help them feel comfortable in the water before their first lesson.

When you’re ready for the pool, help your baby be successful with these tips:

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Feed them at least 30 minutes before a lesson to prevent tummy discomfort
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Pack essentials like swim diapers, towels, dry clothes, and fresh diapers
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Arrive early so you have time to get ready
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Ease into the water to keep the experience positive

Water safety is always the number one priority

Even the most comprehensive and successful water training program isn’t enough to drown-proof your child. Babies should always be within arm’s reach in the water, and children should never swim unsupervised. The goal of baby swimming lessons is to reduce the chance of accidental drowning, but it can’t guarantee to prevent it completely. Even if your little one was the star of the class, you should still be vigilant in your supervision to ensure that the water provides positive experiences for years to come.

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Featured baby swim instructors in Fort Lauderdale, FL

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Fort Lauderdale. 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. We back their expertise with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Why? Because we know great instructors mean fast results!

Sylena J.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Kalista S.

Oakland Park, Florida 33334

Kandysee L.

Davie, Florida 33312

Maria L.

Hollywood, Florida 33021

Angela C.

Cooper City, Florida 33328

John A.

Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Kendra G.

Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009

Biajani L.

Pompano Beach, Florida 33064

Raya M.

Davie, Florida 33325

Ramses P.

Davie, Florida 33325

Danielle M.

Coral Springs, Florida 33065

Samantha A.

North Miami Beach, Florida 33162-1343

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Paula L.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi. My name is Paula and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for over 20 years with ages 6 months old and up. I`ve also worked with children as a kids yoga teacher and with special needs students. I have been swimming my whole life and it is my passion to teach kids how to swim and survive.

Casey O.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello, my name is Casey! I have 2+ years experience in swim lessons, primarily in ages 6 months to 6 years. I've worked with children for an additional 7+ years as babysitter, after school counselor and rehab aide. I have used these experiences to learn new skills, establish proper goal-setting and hone my skills of working and communicating with clients.I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Business from Maryville University of St Louis and am currently a student pursuing a PT degree.

Clemence D.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi! My name is Clemence Derival, and I have been teaching swim lessons for 9 years to children ages 6 months-9 years old. I am a dedicated, patient, and extremely loving person. I moved here from New York just last September and I will be studying to be an LPN starting in August. I have been working in childcare for about 11 years. Swim instructing has become one of my many passions. I love helping children reach their goals and I love being a part of it.

marcie p.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi my name is Marcie and I've been teaching swimming lessons for the past 14 years. I was an aquatic director of a swim program with 100+ kids in the program from ages 6months-14yrs. I have my B.S degree with a concentration in physical education. I love teaching swimming lessons and water safety and making a difference in kids lives!

Micky K.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33305

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi my name is Micky I have been teaching swimming lessons for 10 years . I volunteer as a room parent and special events that are go on at the school . I enjoy working with children and teaching them to have a fun and safe experience in the water . It makes me happy watching them grow and progress . My hobbies are swimming,surfing and getting to enjoy them with my four kids .

Sylena J.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi! I'm Sylena, a swim coach and certified lifeguard. I grew up in Jamaica in a small fishing village where I learned to swim and dive in the sea. I have 5 years of experience with swimmers from 0-90 from all walks of life, including swimmers on the spectrum. I have the skill set to work with both beginner and advanced students. I love teaching people how to have fun and be safe in the water. I can't wait to see where your swim journey takes you.

Kalista S.

Oakland Park, Florida 33334

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Kali. I think knowing how to swim is so important as water activities have impacted me the most in life. I have been swimming competitively and recreationally my whole life! I have taught every type of person, from infants to the elderly, as well as special needs students. I have also played water polo and love to teach those skills as well!

Shireen S.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33305

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi everyone, I am Shireen. I am a Paralympic Gold medalist and former multiple world record holder for swimming. I have devoted my life to the world of aquatics and now I share all my years of hard work in the pool teaching other how to swim and fall in love with being in the water. As a Paralympic champion, I have devoted myself to teaching everyone how to swim. I believe we should all be given this gift despite potential limitations. I specialize in infant swim, learn to swim for both adults and children, as well as anyone who is looking to improve in competitive swimming. I cant wait to swim with you.

Kandysee L.

Davie, Florida 33312

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

I am Kandysee Leonard and I have been teaching swim lessons since 2017. I have taught ages 0 - 60, covering water safety survival skills to basic stroke development. Additionally, I am completing my doctorate in school psychology at the University of Florida which has equipped me with knowledge and experience of how to engage developmentally appropriate teaching strategies and approaches to maximize student success and progression.

Maria V.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! Im Maria and Im a bilingual swim teacher. I have experience teaching different kids, including kids with ADHD and autism, ranging from 10 months to 17 years old. My experience began in 2021 when I became a camp counselor at La Llanada in the same year completing my lifeguard certification. I also completed my WSI, which I used working as a lifeguard and instructor for the City of Boca Raton. I focus on achieving small goals to build confidence and prioritize safety and fun in lessons.

Kaylee G.

Davie, FL 33314

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi my name is Kaylee and I have been teaching swim lessons, as well as, working with kids as a babysitter. I am studying Recreational Therapy at NSU. I have swam all my life and into college. I love teaching swimming because it is important to understand water safety. I have taught children as young as 8 months to a 32 year old training for a triathlon. I love working with all ages of kids and giving them a fun experience in the water!

Kylie B.

Davie, Florida 33314

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Kylie, and I have been swimming since February 2012. I recently completed my second year swimming Division I at the University of New Hampshire and am about to enter my third! Over the past two summers, I have had the amazing opportunity to coach for the Willowsford Waves, working with swimmers ages 3 to 18. I am passionate about helping swimmers grow in and out of the water and look forward to teaching!

Kristen P.

Lauderhill, FL 33319

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Kristen, currently pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at FAU. I've been teaching swim lessons for 6 years to infants through adults ranging from beginner to advanced swim levels. I've worked with children for 3 years as a lifeguard at a camp and while volunteering at an aftercare program. As drowning is the 3rd leading cause of unintentional death, I would love to share my passion of swimming to lower that rate while helping to teach and/or improve that skill of swimming :)

Maria L.

Hollywood, Florida 33021

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Maria! Your splash-loving swim coach! With over 17 years of experience teaching little swimmers, adaptive learners, and adults, I bring energy, patience, and a whole lot of fun to every lesson. Whether its building water confidence or perfecting strokes, Im here to make swimming safe, exciting, and unforgettable.

Artemiy C.

Hollywood, FL 33020

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Artemiy and I've been teaching swim lessons for almost 5 months at a swimming academy working with ages between 18 months and 54 years of age. I also have a lot of experience with swimmers who have special needs and fearful beginners. I am an ex-pro swimmer from Dubai, specializing in sprinting. I am studying 3D Design and I coach in my spare time. I love teaching swimming because as an ex-swimmer I still have that same passion for swimming that I want to pass on to other people!

Walter R.

Hollywood, Florida 33020

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hey there my name is Walter, I've been teaching swim lessons for over 6 years now, I've been working with infants and children from the age of 3 months to adults, and special needs of all kinds and specialize in autism. I'm a loving, sensitive, down to earth, punctual person with great ability to understand and empathize children's wants and needs.

Lily S.

Pompano Beach, Florida 33069

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Lily. I am looking forward to being your swim instructor. I am a hardworking college student with experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor at my local YMCA. I have experience teaching all ages, from toddlers as young as 1 to adults. My teaching style focuses on making lessons enjoyable while also ensuring you meet your swimming goals within your available time.

Madison A.

Davie, FL 33314

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Madison and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages 1.5 to 14. I have also worked with children as a nanny. I am a college student at Nova Southeastern University studying Exercise & Sports Science. I am also on the swim team at NSU and have been swimming competitively since I was 7. I love to share my passion for swimming with others while teaching important life skills.

Natalia S.

Hollywood, FL 33020

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello, my name is Natalia! I started teaching when I was 14 when I assisted the modified swim teams coaching staff while in high school swimming on the varsity team. I started teaching professionally at the age of 16, now 6 years later I can safely say that there is little when it comes to the pool that I haven`t handled before. I have taught students ages 2 - 80 years old, with a range of ale menus from autism to knee replacements to deaf and amputee students.

Angela C.

Cooper City, Florida 33328

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello, my name is Angela! Ive been teaching students ages 6 months to adults for the past 6 years. I have a background in Swimming Biomechanics, but I teach all levels of swimming. From survival skills in the water (learning how to float) to the technique of every stroke at a high competitive level. I am very positive, smiley, and dedicated to making you excel and progress! Looking forward to working with you!

Luis C.

Hollywood, Florida 33020

Certification N/A

My name is Luis Alejandro Cruz Pastrana! I have a large record of competitive experience back in my country, Cuba, where I'm originally from. After 15 years of representing Cienfuegos, the state where I lived as an elite athlete, I decided to continue my career as a coach. That's how the idea of becoming a bachelor's degree holder in Physical Education materialized. Since I finished my studies in 2011, I have coached more than a thousand swimmers from all over the world, fulfilling their needs and improving their capabilities. I have worked with students ages 1 through adults. I'm passionate about transforming lives through swimming. Whether you are overcoming aquaphobia, refining your technique, or preparing for competition.

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We have answers. What age can babies start swim lessons?

No. Sunsational Swim School’s infant swim lessons are based on a child-centered and caring approach that focuses on building trust and rapport with the instructor and wonderment and respect of the water. When designing your baby’s swim lesson plan, our instructors consider all aspects of the well-being of your baby, including physical and emotional. Your swim instructor will create a safe environment for your baby to learn water-safety skills that include back floating, roll over breathing, “swim-float-swim”, the monkey crawl, and what to do after a fall into the pool. All of these skills are taught in a way that’s both fun and educational, using games, repetition, and even songs, at a pace that’s healthy for your little one.

Yes! Sunsational specializes in private, at-home baby swimming lessons, where our instructors come directly to your pool or community facility in Fort Lauderdale. It’s the easiest way for your baby to learn in a calm, familiar setting.

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 Fort Lauderdale, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.

Every child is unique and develops at their own pace. Physical and emotional readiness, motor skills and willingness all play a role in the pace your baby learns. However, the most common and most influential factors in the student’s learning pace we find is repetition and consistency. We recommend our baby students take 3 lessons per week for maximum skill retention and fast progression. Most of our students make significant progress within 12 to 18 lessons in our baby swim classes.

Yes. Swimming is not only defined as the four major swim strokes, but the ability to propel through the water. Your baby can learn how to use their little limbs, breathing and sense of direction to deliberately move from point a to b in the water, once they start walking. These skill sets are learned in a progressive manner and each child learns at a different pace. Our infant swim lesson teachers are experienced in coaching your baby to learn these skills in a fun, encouraging, and accelerated way. Even if your baby is not ready to swim, we'll work on swim and safety skills like blowing bubbles (breath control), kicking, rolling over onto our back and floating.

Your baby’s first swim lesson is designed to be gentle, fun, and completely pressure-free. The goal isn’t to make your baby swim right away—it’s to help them feel safe, happy, and relaxed in the water. Tears on the first day are not unexpected!

Your Sunsational instructor will start by introducing your baby to the pool gradually: gentle splashing, floating with support, and playful water exploration. Parents or caregivers are always encouraged to be present.

Most Fort Lauderdale parents begin lessons around 6 months old, when babies can comfortably hold their heads up and start exploring the water. Babies who have early exposure to swim lessons and the water are proven to have reduced anxieties and emotional obstacles learning how to swim. The water at this age is a familiar place as it’s similar to floating in the womb. Sunsational’s certified instructors offer private, at-home baby swimming lessons throughout Miami, helping your little one feel confident and safe early on.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational instructor in Fort Lauderdale is certified in CPR and insured under our company liability insurance policy. What's more, every Sunsational swim instructor has a minimum of 2 season's of teaching experience. We emphasize comfort, floating, and water awareness—always at your baby’s pace.

Every child learns differently, but with consistent, one-on-one instruction, most Fort Lauderdale infants begin floating and showing swim readiness within our 12 or 18 lesson package. Sunsational’s personalized approach—taught in your own pool—helps babies progress faster than in group lessons. We find that the most common and most influential factors in the student’s learning pace are repetition and consistency. To that end, we recommend our baby students take 3 lessons per week for maximum skill retention and fast progression.

While we specialize in private, at-home infant swim classes in Fort Lauderdale, you do not need to have a pool to register for our lessons. Our infant swim teachers near you can meet you at any pool of your choice in Miami. In some areas, we even have some swim instructors who can provide a pool for your lessons. To find out if we have instructors with pool access in your specific area, you can begin a registration here

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 Fort Lauderdale, 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.

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