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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 Herald!

Our Herald 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.

Give your baby a head start on safety and building confidence in the water!

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5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike

I have twins and at first they had stranger danger, but Vlad has been SO patient and warm welcoming to my babies that they are finally warming up! He has gone above and beyond to do anything to get my babies to warm up with him. It is working and I'm seeing improvement every class! He is wonderful. Even if at the end they don't know how to swim, I am very pleased with him and it is getting my babies comfortable with being in the water. I would definitely recommend!

Brianna E.

'Kelly from Sunsational was fantastic. This has been our second year with Kelly. We have two daughters ages 2 and 5. Kelly has been patient and effective with both of the girls. Our 2 year old can be a challenge but Kelly managed it with ease. Our 5 year old has made tremendous improvements this year and is a much more independent swimmer and I feel much better about her safety in the pool. I sincerely hope that Kelly will be able to teach the girls again next summer. I highly recommend Kelly, she did a fantastic job!' Kristin H.

Kristin H.

'Our 1.5-year-old started lessons very nervous and scared to even touch the water -- but thanks to Miss Stephanie's incredible patience and gentle approach, she's now completely comfortable and loves being in the pool. Over just a short time, she went from crying when entering the water to joyfully floating on her back, splashing around, and playing with pool toys. It's been amazing to watch her confidence and happiness grow each week. Miss Stephanie is not only patient but also very understanding and accommodating when life happens and we've needed to reschedule. We are so grateful for her kindness, flexibility, and the genuine care she shows for each child. We couldn't recommend her more highly -- she's been a huge part of helping our little one learn to love the water!' -Maggie M

Maggie M.

Alison is an AMAZING instructor! She works so well with our stubborn daughter. She's also very understanding when it comes to rescheduling lessons. 11/10 would highly recommend!!

Becca L.

'We had a great experience with Remi! She was flexible with scheduling and so patient with our nervous toddler.' - Carlin H.

Carlin H.

'We had a great experience with Remi! She was flexible with scheduling and so patient with our nervous toddler.' -Carlin H.

Carlin H.

After trying several other swim classes with no success, we finally found a great option with Sunsational! We love Ashley!! She has been so patient and creative and after 2 weeks we're already seeing so much progress!!!! So happy to have Ashley work with our kids!

Amelia H.

'After trying several other swim classes with no success, we finally found a great option with Sunsational! We love Ashley!! She has been so patient and creative and after 2 weeks we're already seeing so much progress!!!! So happy to have Ashley work with our kids!' - A. B.

Amelia H.

Christina was wonderful with our toddler and very patient!

Lauren J.

I would absolutely recommend Sunsational. Our instructor Aden was amazing in the way he was able to handle and communicate with our three-year-olds. He taught them both swimming skills way beyond what our expectations had been. They can jump off the side, climb out of the pool, kick and paddle, across the pool with a foam noodle among other skills Aden taught them. Both toddlers really liked Aden and had a lot of fun. We'll definitely be signing up for more lessons with Aden.

maureen o.

Summer is AMAZING. She’s amazing with kids, a great communicator and great to work with. She’s super patient with our kiddo but also helps push her to move past her fears. We love working with her and would recommend her to anyone (especially with littles)! - Hannah Lee

Hannah L.

'Emma is a fabulous swim instructor, she is a 10+' - Kathleen D.

Kathleen D.

I am honestly happy with how the lessons are going so far. Cheryl is friendly and patient. Everything is going good so far. Today we completed our second lesson and I am very happy. Cheryl Rains is very good with my child. I can do another review at the end of the session

Sonja W.

We feel very fortunate to have our 14 month-old training with Miss Jaye. She is persistent with our ambivalent son, and he has made incredible progress in the swimming pool these past few months. She is caring and experienced. She did her utmost to accommodate my schedule so that I could be present for the lessons instead of relying on our nannies solely. Thank you very much Miss Jaye!

Kim-anh S.

Jordan is an AMAZING instructor. My 15 month old absolutely loves her. Jordan teaches the baby with fun songs, and a happy demeanor. I hope she's still giving lessons next summer! I would return for lessons again just for her!

Ashley L.

Madison has been a wonderful teacher for our little two! They are very comfortable with her and have learned so much so quickly!

Rena S.

My two year old daughter had is just finishing up on a 12 session swim class with Miss Jaye. She was amazing to work with and really worked great with my daughter. She was always excited and inspiring at each phase that my baby was able to accomplish. She was flexible with our busy schedule and great in responding to my texts and calls. She was so good with Marlowe. She started with being able to barely get in the water to now monkey crawling along the pool and swimming in her floaties without fear! We love Miss Jaye!

ANGELENE F.

My two year old daughter is just finishing up on a 12 session swim class with Miss Jaye. She was amazing to work with and really worked great with my daughter. She was always excited and inspiring at each phase that my baby was able to accomplish. She was flexible with our busy schedule and great at responding to my texts and calls. She was so good with Marlowe. She started with being able to barely get in the water to now monkey crawling along the pool and swimming in her floaties without fear! We love Miss Jaye!

ANGELENE F.

Ethan has been so amazing! He gives great instruction and is so patient with the kids. They've learned many new skills and built tons of confidence in the water this summer! And it was really nice to be able to do the lessons from the comfort of our pool at home.

Amy F.

Our two boys have been taking lessons from Lesa for two weeks, three times a week. My 2-year-old now wakes up yelling that he wants to go underwater. Prior to lessons, we couldn't get him to get his face wet. Lesa is an incredible instructor and her energy puts the kids at ease. I highly recommend Lesa for young children just learning to swim.

Candice K.

We are so pleased with Sunsational Swim School and especially our swim instructor, Kelly. She works so well with our grand-daughter who is not quite 3. We are seeing good progress. If we had interviewed a hundred teachers, we could not have picked a better one than Kelly. Thank you.

Barbara P.

Aiden was great. Very patient with my 2.5 yo son. Polite, professional and always on time.

Brittany P.

Lesa was excellent! Very patient and understanding, teaching our 2 year old grand daughter how to swim. Thank you Lesa!

Stuart J.

Lesa was our 2 year old granddaughter's swim instructor. She showed exceptional patience and understanding. Within 3 lessons she had her swimming !!! We highly recommend Lesa and Sunsational Swim School!. 5 Stars!!! Stuart and Carol Jaquez

Stuart J.

Aiden has been wonderful! My son really grew to love him and they had a lot of fun in the water together. Aiden has a lot of patience, especially on the days where my son refused to stay in the water! But I was always impressed with his ability to stay calm and motivate him to keep swimming. Teaching a 2-3 year old to swim is hard work! Highly recommend Aiden if your looking for private lessons for your toddler

Laura D.

Marriaha from Sunsational is amazing! She has been the swim instructor for our two daughters ages 2&5 for the past couple months. Our two year old was not water safe at all and now she's able to swim! She's fun and patient, but also strict enough for the kids to respect her and learn. I would highly recommend her!

Lauren F.

'Sunsational Swim School was easy to work with and very accommodating for our schedule. Our swim instructor, Jaida, was friendly and always came with a smile for our son. Jaida did a great job introducing our son to the water and getting him closer to swimming. By the end of his lessons, he was happily playing with her and gaining confidence in the skills needed to swim.' - Susan J.

Susan J.

Melodie has been phenomenal. My son (5) and daughter (13mos) are taking lessons with Melodie and she has been wonderful. She is incredibly patient with both kids and has a fun, positive attitude. She keeps things fun for them while also making sure they are learning the skills they need in order to be able to swim. She's always on time and is easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend Melodie!

Juliette T.

'Levi was so unbelievably patient and kind with our 22 month old. He was encouraging, positive, and did everything in his power to ensure our kiddo was comfortable with him and made progress in his skill building. I could not have asked for a better match. Thank you, Levi!' Sarah Score

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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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Why choose Sunsational Swim School?

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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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!

Baby lessons

The more lessons you buy, the more you save!

1+ Student

30+ Minute private Lessons

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Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

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Group Swim Lessons

Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualised instruction

Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

Flexible scheduling, may vary for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons

Faster Progression saves money in the long run

More Sessions Needed Needed to see real progress

Infant swim lessons near me made easy for parents

Getting to swim classes in Herald 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 Herald 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 Herald, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Herald. 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!

Shelomi V.

Elk Grove, California 95757

Stephanie G.

Sacramento, CA 95828

Derrick D.

Stockton, California 95212

Joshua D.

Rancho Cordova, California 95670

Donovan H.

Sacramento, California 95826

Destiny S.

Sacramento, California 95817

Angel R.

Stockton, CA 95219

Leslie T.

Rancho Cordova, California 95670

Jones W.

Sacramento, California 95811

Ariella T.

Rancho Cordova, California 95742

Anastasia B.

Folsom, California 95630

Trevor G.

Sacramento, California 95833

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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!

Shelomi V.

Elk Grove, California 95757

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Shelomi! Im a passionate swim instructor with nearly 3 years of experience helping swimmers of all ages build confidence and feel comfortable in the water. With a background in competitive swimming for over 5 years, I bring both skill and empathy to every lesson. I also have experience working with individuals with special needs.

Marla M.

Elk Grove, CA 95624

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Marla and I've been teaching lessons and coaching swimming for over 20 years. I have taught swimmers through all stages of skill acquisition; from mother tot to beginners (including adult beginners) through to national class competitive swimmers. I enjoy helping others overcome fear and trepidation, to learn safety, comfort, proficiency and enjoyment in the water. I have a BS in Art and an MA in Counseling.

Hannah M.

Lodi, CA 95242

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! My name is Hannah and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for about 8 years ranging a variety of different ages. I`ve also worked as a tutor and dietician. I am currently attending Delta Junior College in Stockton. I grew up swimming competitively so teaching younger kids how to swim has always been a passion.

Vladimir J.

Elk Grove, CA 95757

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

My name is Vladimir and I have been swimming nearly all my life and teaching others what I know only felt natural! I love working with people and think that swimming is a skill essential to know! I love teaching swimming because for me it was always a good escape from stress in school or work and I feel as though it could have the same benefits for others! I hope I have opportunity and pleasure of one day teaching you all that I know!

Anastasia K.

Elk Grove, CA 95757

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello my name is Anastasia Krajnovic and I have been teaching swim lessons for 3+ years with students ranging from infancy to adulthood. I also have experience working with children during my time in Theater and hosting Sunday school! I am currently a Sophomore in college and have swam competitively for 9+ years. I understand the value of pool safety and will do my best to teach my students the swim skills necessary for a fun-loving Summer!

Stephanie G.

Sacramento, CA 95828

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi! My name is Stephanie and I have been a swim instructor since February 2022 and a swim coach since February 2024, but my swimming experience ranges back 12 years and 5 years competitively, including water polo. I have taught ages from 2 months to older adults. I have worked with kids for 4 years as a babysitter. I then switched to swim instructing because I love to teach people. I also currently am a student at California State University - Sacramento, studying Criminal Justice and Forensic Chemistry.

Grace X.

Sacramento, CA 95828

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi, my name is Grace Xu and I`be been teaching swim lessons for 3 years during the summer season with ages 4 to 14. I am attending Consumes River College as a first year student and majoring in Physiology. I`ve been swimming competitively for 5 years and currently I am a part of my college swim team. I love teaching swimming because I want to share the importance of the water skills and the four strokes that everyone should obtain to provide self-protection in case of danger.

Amr E.

Elk Grove, CA 95758

Sunsational Certified Since 2021

Hi! My name is Amr and I've been teaching swim lessons from ages 2 to 32. I'm a pre-dental student attending my undergrad at UC Davis. I love teaching swim lessons! Let's get you or your little one swimming!

Karina M.

Sacramento, California 95823-5363

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello! My name is Karina and Im a college student at Sacramento city college Im getting my pre-health associates and starting with my early childhood education bachelor's degree. I was in my high school swimming team for 2 years, then began working as a swim instructor for the past 3 years, I have experience with ages 4 months to senior adults. hope I can teach children to love the water as much as I do!

Dolores G.

Sacramento, California 95826

Certification N/A

Hi, My name is Dolores. I am a mother to 8 children and do a little bit of everything while my kiddos are in school. I swam competitively from 4th grade to high school. I was the designated swim instructor for my moms daycare growing up, for my nieces and nephews and through out the years I have taught various ages and levels to swim and to get better at their strokes for competition. I love working with all ages especially little ones. I look forward to making swimming fun and easy!

Zoey B.

Sacramento, California 95826

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Zoey and I have been teaching swim lessons for students ages 2 through adults, and have three years of lifeguarding experience. I have competed on the swim team for all four years. Im on track to graduate with an AA in Psychology from ARC along with my diploma this year. I deeply enjoy teaching swim lessons as swimming is a true passion of mine. I have experience with a wide variety of ages!

Derrick D.

Stockton, California 95212

Certification N/A

Hey party people, my name is Derrick, and Im currently in school to be a veterinarian. I love my dogs, thrifting, and traveling! I have been a swim instructor since February 2020, working with able-bodied and special needs individuals alike (physically and mentally) from ages ranging from 3 months to 70 plus years old!

Joshua D.

Rancho Cordova, California 95670

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Josh! I have been teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding since February 2021. I love watching people learn new skills and have worked with all age groups from infants to adults!

Stephen P.

Sacramento, CA 95826

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi everyone, my name is Stephen and I have been teaching swim lessons since I was high school. While I was attending college at CSUC, I continued to teach swimming while receiving my bachelor's degree. My experiences as a swim lessons instructor helped guide me into my current occupation--Special Education Teacher. I enjoy working with children, and watching them succeed.

Donovan H.

Sacramento, California 95826

Certification N/A

Hey! Im Donovan. Heres some information about myself: - I was a lifeguard for 2 years (CPR certified). - I was previously a private swim instructor since August 2024. - The age range I worked with the most was ages 8-12 (Infants occasionally). - I was a camp counselor at Camp Ronald McDonald (taught a fellow counselor how to swim). - I have experience instructing children with autism. - I have a flexible schedule.

Lucila M.

Sacramento, CA 95827

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hello, my name is Lucila and I have been teaching lessons for one year and lifeguarding for two years. I have experience working with infants, pre-schoolers, and school age children. I also have 4 years of experience working with children in general. In the past I have worked as a cabin counselor for overnight summer camps. When it's not summer time, I work as a daycare lead at a monthly Sacramento community event.

Robert R.

Sacramento, CA 95820

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Howdy, My name is Rob and i have taught swim lessons for about 2 years with ages from 4- 40. I was on my swim team all four years of high school. I was also a lifeguard for two years and i currently coach my 6 year old in baseball! I love teaching swimming because there is nothing better than the pool!

Sara K.

Sacramento, CA 95825

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi! My name is Sara Krajnovic and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years now with infants to adults. I've worked with special needs kids both in and outside of the pool, mostly as a para-educator for the Elk Grove Unified School District, but also as a swim instructor! I am currently attending UC Davis with a major in Biochemistry and have swam competitively for 7 years, both in high school and in college! I love swimming and I hope that my students will as well!

Destiny S.

Sacramento, California 95817

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Destiny Savage! I have been teaching swimming lessons since January 2013 and have over 20 years of swimming experience. I work with all ages, from 6 months to 100+. I specialize in creating a safe and inclusive space for all swimmers, including those on the autism spectrum. I communicate in English and ASL and am passionate about helping others build confidence and skills in the water. Whether youre just starting out or looking to improve your technique, I tailor each lesson to fit your unique needs and goals. My mission is to make swimming a fun, empowering, and lifelong skill for everyone. Lets make a splash and have some fun in the water together!

Angel R.

Stockton, CA 95219

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi there! Im Angel, a passionate swim instructor with experience both in and out of the water. During the school year, I work at an elementary school where I love helping kids learn and grow. When summer rolls around, I dive into teaching swim lessons, sharing my love for the water with swimmers of all ages and skill levels, including adults! In college, I coached a competitive swim team for advanced swimmers, helping athletes refine their technique and reach their goals. Ive also worked at a swim school teaching novice swimmers the basics and building their confidence in the water. Whether youre just starting out or looking to take your swimming to the next level, Im here to help you make a splash and achieve your goals! Lets dive in together!

Jeremy N.

Sacramento, CA 95825

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello!My name is Jeremy and I am passionate about swimming and water safety. I've been teaching special needs children, infants, toddlers, and adults for 6 years and I am the head lifeguard at my local pool. I give special attention to the way I approach swim lessons, making sure its exciting and effective. I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering at Sac State and teach swim lessons and lifeguard on the side. Each lesson is extremely important, and I make the most of every second!

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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 Herald. 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 Herald, 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 Herald 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 Sacramento, helping your little one feel confident and safe early on.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational instructor in Herald 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 Herald 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 Herald, 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 Sacramento. 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 Herald, 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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