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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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Our Jacksonville 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

'Jordan was amazing. She has really been creative on building trust and making the lessons fun for my 2 little 2yr old girls. They both have very different personalities and Jordan was able to connect with both and build their confidence in the water. She gave us great advice on what we could do to continue their progress outside of the lessons.' - Mandy D

Mandy D.

Teaching a 2-year-old how to swim and be safe in the pool is no easy task, but Ms. SaCoastia did this with patience and persistence. She was just the right balance of kind and firm with my cautious child. My child is much more confident in the pool and can swim to the edge of our pool and monkey crawl to the stairs and get out on her own! This was only with one package, so we'll probably get another set of lessons to hone my child's skills even more! Thank you Sunsational and Ms. SaCoastia!

Sheena A.

SaCostia is amazing. She knows how to get the kids engaged. She is always on time and fun to work with. We are just midway through lessons and I am amazed at how much my sons can do in the pool.

Vera A.

My husband and I are so glad we selected your company for swim lessons for our daughters. When I first called, all of my questions were answered in detail and I was provided additional helpful information. We were quickly matched with a great swim instructor, Maddie. She was amazing with our kids. Our 2 year old now knows basic swim techniques as well as survival techniques such as how to grab on to the wall and monkey crawl to the stairs. She has learned how to jump in and hold her breath and close her eyes. Our 1 year old learned age appropriate techniques (she started at 9 months). I am very happy with how our kids have progressed with the lessons.

Lauren K.

Catherine is great! The kids loved her. They had fun and learned at the same time.

Jim S.

Daniel is our son's instructor. He has been fantastic with our son, who loves his lessons! Daniel has been on time, extremely easy to work with, encourages our son, and has been flexible with his schedule.

Claudia J.

We've had such a wonderful experience with Alijah. He is incredibly patient, consistently showing understanding and care no matter the pace of progress. His encouragement and positive energy make a huge difference- he knows how to connect with kids and create a fun, supportive environment. He keeps things engaging and playful, which means my daughter is not only progressing but genuinely excited for each swim lesson. It's such a joy to see her so happy and motivated in the water. I highly recommend him to any parent looking for a swim instructor who combines skill with kindness and truly knows how to make learning fun for kids!

Lindsay C.

'It was a great experience working with Sunsational. Outstanding customer service and they paired us with the perfect instructor for my son. Our instructor Alayna was awesome. Great communication and super sweet and patient with my little one.' - Tatjana R.

Tatjana B.

'Grace has been absolutely amazing with our toddler--so patient, encouraging, and effective! We've seen such great progress thanks to her calm and joyful approach. Five stars all the way!' JP Mendoza

JP M.

'We love Grace! We very much look forward to our baby's lessons every week. It really is amazing seeing her progress and get more comfortable in the water.'

JP M.

Grace was wonderful with my 20 month old daughter. She made pool time fun and enjoyable. My daughter loves the water now! - Allison B.

Allison B.

'Five stars for Sandy, the best swim instructor in Ormond Beach! Sandy is an amazing swim instructor! She taught my sons, X and J, how to swim, and they absolutely love her. She is patient, kind, and encouraging, and she makes learning fun. X was always a bit nervous around water, but Sandy quickly put him at ease. She started with the basics, like how to get comfortable in the water and how to float. She then taught him how to kick and stroke, and within a few weeks, he was swimming on his own! J is a natural swimmer, but Sandy still helped him improve his technique. She also taught him important safety skills, such as how to tread water and how to exit the pool safely. We are so grateful to Sandy for teaching our sons how to swim. She is a wonderful instructor, and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for swim lessons in Ormond Beach.' - Lawrence Fayman

Lawrence F.

Suzanne was great! Patient, informative, and very flexible given that kids are unpredictable. I really found value in her lessons.

Whitney S.

'Meagan is such a pleasure to work with. She is kind, gentle, and so knowledgeable about swim and children. We are so lucky to have her as our swim coach. Our child has gotten so confident and comfortable in the water thanks to her!' -Bri Willett

Bri W.

Caryn has been an awesome swim instructor- great with my baby Jack and getting him comfortable with being in the water and flexible/great communicator with schedule changes.

Emily M.

Bry was AMAZING! I still am not sure how it's possible she taught one of my three year old twins to swim in less than 3 sessions. She is so good with my kids and seems to really enjoy what she does. If you are in Orlando I would highly recommend Bry for your children!

Hurley C.

Coach Karen was wonderful with my two children! I was nervous with my 10 month old so she let me participate in the class to help the baby be more comfortable in the water. My 4.5 year old is very opinionated and once coach's Karen figured out his personality he flourished. He is comfortable in our own pool and wants to swim everyday! Thank you coach Karen! With everything going on in the world having someone come to us and not having to take the kids out it was so nice!

Vanessa R.

Debbie is fantastic and helped me so much in learning what exercises I could do in the water with my 14 month old son who has low muscle tone. She was so friendly and engaging and me and my son enjoyed each session with her.

Casey S.

We’ve had an absolutely wonderful experience with Kasen! Our two-year-old granddaughter has made incredible progress in the water thanks to her patient, skilled, and encouraging teaching style. It’s amazing to see how comfortable and confident she has become in such a short time. Kasen knows exactly how to connect with young children, balancing fun with safety and structure. Every lesson is engaging, and our granddaughter looks forward to them with excitement. We’ve seen noticeable improvement in her ability to float, kick, and hold her breath — all thanks to the consistent, caring instruction she’s received. We feel so grateful to have found someone so professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Highly recommend to any parent or grandparent looking to give their little one a strong, safe start in swimming!

Virgina M.

We used this company for our 15 month old granddaughter. Caryn was awesome with her and we look forward to using her for more lessons in the future.

Xan B.

'Ava did an amazing job teaching my kids how to swim. They learned quick and had fun while doing it.' Mark C.

Mark C.

Our kids have enjoyed their swim lessons with Mr. Martin, the instructor paired with us through Sunsational. They have progressed so much this summer and we are loving seeing them enjoy the water.

Hannah H.

'Five stars to the amazing swim instructor we got from Sunsational swim school. Ella was so patient and sweet with our little one during her half-hour classes. Our toddler looked forward to every class and wouldn't stop talking about what she learned with Ella in swim class. Highly recommend her.' Janice D.

Janice D.

Rebecca is awesome and very patient with our daughter. We have been very pleased with Rebecca ! We are happy with her service and how she teaches our daughter how to swim

Bianca B.

'Rachelle is fabulous at what she does!!! My son & I love her. She is super helpful and accommodating with our schedule. I really look forward to working with her in the spring after the pool temperatures warm up. We've paused our lessons for the time being only because it's been too cold in the pool. We love Rachelle!!!' - Kristin S.

Kristin S.

Caryn is absolutely amazing! She is punctual, but most importantly, she is an excellent swimming instruction. From the very first class, our 1.5 yr old daughter, Sofia, learned skills that we could not get her to learn in group lessons. After 6 classes, Sofia can monkey crawl along our pool, float on her own, and knows the basic swimming skills that make me feel more comfortable her being around our pool. We will definitely contact Caryn next swimming season!

ALEXANDER S.

Abby was amazing! She was great with both our 9 month old and 2 year old. She was always professional and fun!

Eleanor S.

Aimee is super friendly and does great with little ones. Her energy is very conducive to their happiness.

Taylor H.

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Why parents love Sunsational baby swim lessons

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One-on-one instruction means every lesson is tailored for your baby to get the most out of each session

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Sunsational swim instructors travel to you & work around your schedule

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All Sunsational instructors are CPR/First Aid certified w/ minimum 2 years experience teaching baby lessons

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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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Tell us your baby’s needs and skills, and we’ll match you with the perfect Sunsational instructor.

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Shortly after registering, we’ll introduce you to your hand-selected instructor who will schedule lessons at a time and place that suits you.

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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!

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The more lessons you buy, the more you save!

1+ Student

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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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, FL

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

Lauren J.

Jacksonville, Florida 32218

Grace Y.

Jacksonville, Florida 32225

Kaitlinn W.

Jacksonville, Florida 32256

Jodi L.

Jacksonville, Florida 32257

Maria C.

Jacksonville, Florida 32226

Alayna P.

Jacksonville, Florida 32224

Jordan S.

Jacksonville, Florida 32233

Rachel S.

Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233

Gracie V.

Middleburg, Florida 32068

Vanessa L.

Ponte Vedra, Florida 32081

Sydney T.

Saint Johns, Florida 32259

Stacy D.

Middleburg, Florida 32068

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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!

Sarah N.

Jacksonville, FL 32205

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

My name is Sarah and I've been in love with the water all my life! I competed on my YMCA swim team from age 8-18 and began instructing when I was just 14. I taught 2 years of YMCA K-8 swim clinics, 5 summers of private and group lessons to children ages 2-18, and worked 4 years as a volunteer with adult students to overcome fear & anxiety in the water. I attended the University of Minnesota and earned a BS in Psychology in 2014. I love helping all ages feel safe and comfortable in the water!

Amber P.

Jacksonville, Florida 32207

Certification N/A

Hello, I have done competitive swimming for four years, which led me to falling in love with swimming. This, in turn, led me to join the Navy. I am excited and happy to share that love of swimming with anyone seeking to learn.

Angie A.

Jacksonville, FL 32277

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Angie and I've been teaching swim lessons with ages ranging from young infants and toddlers to adults. I've also worked with children for 3 years as a seasonal lifeguard. I'm currently in college and am pursuing a degree in Vocal Performance. I love teaching swimming because I fully enjoyed having fun while learning to swim when I was younger, and I believe swimming is a great skill to have!

Lauren J.

Jacksonville, Florida 32218

Certification N/A

Hello, Im your new favorite swim instructor. I love teaching people a skill that can possibly save someones life. I take great pride in teaching others how to swim. I grew up swimming and loving the water. Has experience with all ages from 6 months - adults!

Amanda B.

Jacksonville, FL 32216

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi! My name Amanda, and I've been teaching swimming lessons for 7 years. I have worked with children younger than 2 all the way up to adults. I have also worked with special needs children of all ages. I was a competitive swimmer all my life, most notably for South Georgia State College where I studied Sociology. I have extensive knowledge in swimming technique, SCUBA, and lifeguarding. I love teaching swimming because I believe it is important to ensure safety as well as fun!

Claire D.

Jacksonville, Florida 32216

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi im Claire! I have been teaching swim lessons and coaching for 6 years at the local country club. I have worked with ages 1-adult and some experience with special needs children.I have swam competitively for 18 years. I swam at Radford University where I received my BS. After, I received my MS from East Carolina in Kinesiology. Currently, I am working at UNF as the Assistant Swim Coach. I have a passion for the water and would love to share that with you and your children.

Jessica C.

Jacksonville, FL 32210

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Jess and I've been teaching swim lessons for 4 years with ages 6 months to 61 years old. I've also worked with children for 6 years as a swim instructor, coach, babysitter, nanny and in a patient care environment in the pediatric clinic at Naval Hospital Jacksonville. I am currently enrolled online at UCF for my BS in Criminal Justice with a minor in Forensic Anthropology. I love teaching swimming because I have been a swimmer for 15 years and believe swimming is a vital skill.

Cheyenne K.

Jacksonville, FL 32225

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, I'm Cheyenne! I am currently enlisted in the United States Navy and I have been a swim instructor since 2014. I have experience teaching various classes including parent lead classes for infants, introduction classes for beginners and also stroke introduction for competitive swim team preparations. I have worked with infants, toddlers and pre-teens. I love witnessing the transition of fearfulness and hesitancy to excitement and urgency to get in. I look forward to working with you!

Emily H.

Jacksonville, Florida 32220

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

I pride myself in making sure my students trust themselves in the water, If you trust yourself everything else will flow naturally. Ive been a private nanny since I was 14 and giving swimming lessons to those who had a pool ever since. I love helping people learn and conquer their fear of swimming and/or water. Im grateful for any student whose life I can change forever! Whether it's building confidence or mastering new skills, Im passionate about making each lesson fun, safe, and tailored to each students needs.

Melissa S.

Jacksonville, FL 32217

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello! My name is Melissa and I have been teaching swim lessons for over 10 years! I have worked with ages 2 through adults in all skill ranges from learn to swim to competitive swimming and everything in between. I was a first grade teacher for several years, before following my passion back to swimming, where I have spent the past 5 years as a collegiate coach. I am looking forward to working with you and teaching your child to love the water as much as I do!

Katherine M.

Jacksonville, FL 32218

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Katherine and I've been teaching swim lessons for 10 years with ages 2 months to adult. I've also worked with children as a preschool and elementary school ESE teacher. I went to Florida State University and earned a degree in Exercise Science in 2013. I was a competitive swimmer for 12 years and also competed in other sports. I love teaching swimming because I love seeing the smile on swimmers faces as we make a skill vital to safety and health fun!

Grace Y.

Jacksonville, Florida 32225

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi! Im Grace and I have over 4 years of experience teaching swim with ages 5 months - adults. I am passionate about water safety and teaching swimmers how to have fun but also be safe! My favorite part of teaching is seeing the confidence of my swimmers grow each and every week of lessons!

Kaitlinn W.

Jacksonville, Florida 32256

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, I'm Katie and I've been teaching swim lessons for 9 years with ages 6 months - 12 years. I've also worked with children for 15 years as a ski instructor, bible & Sunday school teacher, and nanny. I went to Auguste Escoffier & earned a degree in pastry arts in 2013, & am in school for Business Administration. I love teaching swimming because it is a very great skill to have, especially loving near the water. Knowing how can save your life. I learned when I was 4 and on the swim team at 7.

Lanarria M.

Jacksonville, Florida 32221

Certification N/A

Hello, my name is La'Narria, but I prefer to be called Nari, and I am a certified lifeguard. I absolutely love people and swimming, so that mix makes me perfect for this and for you. I look forward to swimming with you all.

Taylor A.

Jacksonville, FL 32256

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hey, my name is Taylor! I have taught swim lessons for over 2 years! I have worked with children to teens. I have been a swimmer since grade school & have enjoyed swimming on competitive swim teams until college. I am finishing up my BS degree in Early Childhood Education from The University of Cincinnati. I have also worked with children ages newborn - 12 years old for 6 years as a camp counselor, youth leader, nanny & student teacher. I would love to teach you, see you soon!

Rob W.

Jacksonville, FL 32246

Sunsational Certified Since 2020

Hi, my name is Rob and I've been teaching swim lessons for 8 years with 6 months to age 60+. I've also worked with children for 7 years as a swim coach. I went to the University of Central Florida and earned a degree in Sports and Exercise Science in human performance in 2018, where I also swam for their club swim team. I love teaching swimming because I love to watch people grow in their confidence with water and their technique improving.

Sarah C.

Jacksonville, FL 32246

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Sarah and I absolutely love the water! I have been a highly competitive swimmer for 18 years and I have been coaching for 5 years. I have been teaching swim lessons for 2 years now. I love getting to see kids improving and growing in the water. Swimming and athletes are my passion. Safety and staying healthy are so important and I am so excited to be a part of your journey!

Terry E.

Orange Park, Florida 32073

Certification N/A

I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2015, and working with kids in the water is truly one of my greatest passions. I specialize in helping young swimmers build confidence, stay safe, and have fun while learning essential swimming skills. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to improve their technique, I focus on creating a supportive and encouraging environment where each child can grow at their own pace.

Jodi L.

Jacksonville, Florida 32257

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Jodi and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2022. The ages I have worked with are 2 months to adults. I've also worked with children with disabilities. The reason I wanted to teach swim lessons is that I know how important it is in Florida to know how to swim or at least know how to save yourself in water.

Cody M.

Jacksonville, FL 32218

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, My name is Cody and I've been teaching swimming lessons for 7 years with ages 2-9. I've also worked with children at The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando for a year as a Professional Intern. I have tutored middle school Reading and Science for 2 years.I absolutely love teaching swimming because I grew up in the water and want to share my passion with others!

Maria C.

Jacksonville, Florida 32226

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Maria. I have been both a swimmer and a swim coach for many years now. I was a Division 1 swimmer through college, and while doing so, I was also a coach since November 2019. I have coached children between the ages of 1-18 and helped many achieve their goals of moving onto the more competitive groups of the swim team. I have years of experience and was also an Ocean Rescue lifeguard for several years. I am very comfortable in the water and ensuring that those with me are safe and learning!

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

Absolutely. Every Sunsational instructor in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville. 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 Jacksonville, 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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