Teen Swim Lessons inFort Myers
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Sunsational Swim School offers private teen swim lessons in Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers
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 Fort Myers
Water safety starts early
Our private swimming lessons in Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so teens can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.
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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 Fort Myers-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!
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Teen lessons
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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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Isabelle H.
Fort Myers, Florida 33916
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, I'm Isabelle! I have over six years of experience teaching both private and group lessons with students 6 months to adults, including those with special needs. I have a strong swim background myself! I was on the Varsity swim team during High School. I have a deep understanding of swimming techniques and training methods. My goal is to make swimming a fun and safe experience for all my students, helping them build confidence and skills in the water.
Elizabeth K.
Fort Myers, Florida 33905
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, and my nickname is Ellie. I've been a swim instructor and lifeguard since February 2015, teaching ages 0 through 90. I have experience teaching water fitness classes and basic diving as well. I learned to swim when I was 3 and never stopped! In high school, I was on the swim team. My favorite event was the 200 IM. My absolute favorite stroke is the butterfly . By working closely with my clients and learning their goals and abilities, I am able to create personalized lesson plans. I hope to provide my clients with confidence in themselves, their aquatic abilities, and a renewed joy of swimming! Thank you so much for your consideration, and I hope to get the chance to work with you!
Stephanie M.
Fort Myers, Florida 33905
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
My name is Stephanie. I have been a swim instructor for 16 years. From infants starting at 6 months to adults, I have experienced teaching at every age. Whether you or your child is fearful of the water, learning water safety skills, stroke development, or interested in learning as an adult for your health, I am the instructor for you. My favorite part about teaching people to swim is finding something that they can relate the skills to and showing them how to have fun in the water.
Sarah R.
Cape Coral, Florida 33990
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Immersed in swimming since I was 4 mths old & competing at age 6. My passion spans water sports, lifeguarding, & teaching water exercise, + swim lessons to all ages; from parent-baby classes to adults. Specializing in private, adaptive & stroke development since the 1990s. My experience includes roles at Milwaukee County Pools, MPS After School Program, HS swim manager & the YMCA's in WI. Additionally, I am a Registered Nurse, FF/EMT, & PADI Certified Scuba Diver. Let's learn & have fun together!
Laney B.
Cape Coral, Florida 33990
Certification N/A
I was a competitive swimmer for 11 years and competed regularly at state championship meets. I was a lifeguard for 7 years. For 3 of those years, I was a lifeguard manager. I was also a Red Cross lifeguard instructor. I have taught swim lessons for children ranging in age from 3 to 16 years old. My experience ranges from helping children become more comfortable in the water to teaching all 4 strokes to older children and more advanced swimmers. As someone who grew up in and around the water, water safety is very important to me. Your child's safety is my number one priority. I look forward to helping your child improve their swimming skills!
Gabriela R.
Cape Coral, Florida 33909
Certification N/A
Im excited to share my love of swimming with your child! I bring over four years of experience teaching swim lessons since February 2021. I strive to create a safe and fun environment where each swimmer can grow in confidence and skill. My background includes seven years of synchronized swimming and two years of water polo. Im also CPR certified, ensuring your childs safety is always my top priority. In addition to my swim instruction, Im a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and have worked with children with special needs since February 2021. This experience has equipped me with the patience, understanding, and communication skills needed to support all learners, including those who may benefit from extra encouragement or a tailored teaching approach.
Anthony Sr. W.
Cape Coral, FL 33904
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hi, my name is Anthony, I've worked as a lifeguard Instructor with the Y.M.C.A. and managed a pool as a Swimming and Safety Instructor teaching swimming lessons for over 30 years. Ages ranging from infants to adults, special needs students, water aerobics, and remarkable results with fearful swimmers. I"ve recently acquired my Boating Education I.D. card from the (NASBLA) approved by the state of Florida. I love teaching swimming because I almost drowned and helping others to swim is my joy.
Kasey B.
Fort Myers, Florida 33912
Certification N/A
My name is Kasey. I am a year-round competitive swimmer, and I have been teaching lessons since February 2021. I have worked with all ages and a variety of abilities! I teach not only the basic survival skills but also proper technique, and I make sure everyone learns to swim to the best of their ability and to prevent any swimming-related injuries in the future.
Stavros M.
Fort Myers, Florida 33919
Certification N/A
I have been a competitive swimmer for over 5 years and a certified lifeguard for 2. I love the water, and I enjoy teaching others to love it as well. I have been a swim instructor since February 2023; I work with a vast range of skill levels and ages, usually ages 4 to 16.
Cathy L.
Fort Myers, FL 33919
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi I'm Cathy and I have been teaching toddlers water safety and swim for 4 yrs. Being safe in and around the water is a top priority of mine and I always include safety in some form in every lesson. All children learn at a different pace, but it is so rewarding to see them excel and move to a new level. I want them to feel safe, learn and have fun all at the same time. I truly enjoy working with them. I am Red Cross certified to teach swim, in addition to CPR.
Alexandra P.
Fort Myers, Florida 33912
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, Im Alex. :) Im a University of Miami graduate student studying marine biology, and I have grown up around the water all my life. Ive been a camper at summer camps, to then working there, working as a lifeguard and teaching swim lessons at the YMCA! Ive been teaching off and on for about 2 years primarily with ages 2-15. Im well-versed and ready to have fun while learning to swim in the water!!
Darla K.
Lehigh Acres, FL 33973
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hello my name is Darla and I've taught swimming lessons ever since I was in High School! I'm a professional educator and currently teach middle school students. I've taught infants through adults how to swim--including my own children and my own mother! I have worked with students who are terrified of the water, as well as those who have non fear. I love being by the water and feel very strongly that swimming is an essential life saving skill that every child and adult should have.
Jeremy N.
Cape Coral, FL 33914
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi, my name is Jeremy. I've been teaching swim lessons for 5 years, working with all ages from infants to adults. In addition to teaching water safety, I was also a swim and dive coach for 4 years and a preschool teacher for 2 where I received some experience with special needs children. I myself was a competitive swimmer for 11 years and am currently a triathlete. I love helping young swimmers reach new goals and getting beginners to overcome their fear of the water, all while having fun!
Paulette B.
Cape Coral, FL 33914
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
I`ve spent much of my life working with kids in the water and searching for warmer climates. I grew up in Minnesota and earned my B.S. in PE with a minor in Recreation & Aquatics at Mankato State University while teaching aquatic classes to put myself through school. After college, I taught middle school and high school PE and coached swimming in Missouri as I earned my M.S. in Athletic & Sports Business Administration. I am currently an elementary physical education teacher at a local school.
Rina L.
Cape Coral, Florida 33914
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Rina and I graduated from National College with an Associate Degree in Pharmacology. I am currently working towards my RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) board certification. I was a professional synchronized swimmer; I was part of my country's Cuban national team and I participated in the Central American Games where I finished as a runner-up. I worked for summer camps at the YMCA as a swimming instructor. I have experience with ages 12 months to adults. I hope I can teach children and adults to love the water as much as I do!
Alanah L.
Cape Coral, FL 33993
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Alanah. I used to be a lifeguard for two years at the Cape Coral community pool, where I first started swim lessons. I`ve worked with kids from ages 2-12. I have experience teaching kids who have never been in the water before, to kids that just want to learn swim strokes. I love teaching swim lessons, because I get to work with kids and watch them grow as a swimmer. I am currently enrolled as a student at FSW, and used to be a competitive swimmer from middle to high school.
Nichole P.
Cape Coral, FL 33904
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
My name is Nikki Plassenthal. I have been teaching people of all ages how to swim since 1988. I have taught hundreds of people how to swim throughout the years. I was a lifeguard for over 20 years, worked as a rescue scuba diver, have been certified in WSI, & was a Red Cross lifeguard certification instructor up until 2017. I love being in the water & teaching children & adults how to be confident in their swimming abilities. I have 2 degrees from The Ohio State University.
Suzanne A.
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi my name is Suzanne and I have been teaching swim lessons for 7 years, ages 6 months-9 years old. My experience includes working with special needs, multiple mommy & me classes, JR lifeguard training, competitive swim training, as well as, various classes for children & adults. I also have over 15 years of experience working with children as a preschool teacher & nanny. I attended Stratford Career Institute & earned a degree in Early Childhood Education.
Jordynn M.
Fort myers, FL 33908
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Jordynn. I have been working with kids for a total of 10 years. I went to College of Dupage in IL. I have my Associates in Arts and in Science. I also have an Early Childhood Education Certificate. I was lucky to work in a park district that gave me a variety of opportunities to work with children. I spent 7 years as a swim instructor, 2 years as a swim coach, 3 years as a preschool teacher, a summer as an inclusion aid for children with special needs and 4 years as a lifeguard.
Keith S.
Lehigh Acres, Florida 33976
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Keith Sherman. I am an NCAA Division 2 college swimmer and a lifeguard/swim instructor. Ever since I was 9, Ive been competitively swimming both as a club and high school sport. Halfway through high school, I started lifeguarding over the summer as well as teaching swim lessons to various age groups, all at different levels of experience. I have been teaching swim lessons and coaching new swimmers since February 2021. My goal is to encourage this valuable life and survival skill while also keeping my lessons safe and enjoyable for my students.
Douglas M.
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Fun & relaxation: the keys to learning how to swim easily.Hi, I`m Coach Doug I`ve certified 1000s and taught 100s to swim. I help children & families have fun in the water while making sure water safety and swimming become second nature. I've taught-beginners-advanced & special needs. PSU & Temple -BA.Lifeguard, Scuba/Free diver, CPR Cert,swimmer.USAF:WSI & LG at camp that trained medical per jungle survival skills, YMCA WSI. Learn the skills to enjoy a lifetime of fun and safety in the water.
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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 Fort Myers, 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 Fort Myers, where backyard pools, community pools, beaches 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 Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers 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, community pools, beaches, backyard swim, Gulf beach days and all the great activities to enjoy in Fort Myers.