Private Swim Lessons inLaurel
Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Laurel! Our private swim lessons in Laurel ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills
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With our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee, if your child can’t demonstrate the “Sunsational Swim Sequence” by the twelfth lesson, we’ll give you up to four additional classes for free! Lessons are available for all ages: infants, toddlers, older children, and adults, helping swimmers gain confidence, safety and skills in weeks, whether at your home pool or a local community pool in the Laurel area.
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across Laurel.
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Popular Swimming Lesson Programs
Baby Swim Lessons
Your baby can begin to learn water safety skills—it’s never too early to start!
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Fun, safe lessons to help toddlers build confidence and basic swim skills.
SelectChild Swim Lessons
Our private classes can help your child achieve—and exceed—their swimming goals.
SelectTeenager Swim Lessons
Our one-on-one lessons help your teen pickup the basics of swim with comfortable guidance.
SelectAdult Swim Lessons
Our lessons help even the most reluctant adults to conquer their fears.
SelectSpecial Needs Swim Lessons
Our trained instructors can help students with autism, sensory challenges, ADHD, physical disabilities & more.
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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
Seahorse Skills
Tread water
Assisted back float
Assisted front float/submersion
Developing underwater comfort & water acclimation
Assisted Kicking
Introduction of Water Safety Skills (based on age)
Blowing bubbles
Assisted "monkey crawl" along pool wall
Dolphin Skills
Breaststroke
Jump into pool tread water 10s return to side
Forward somersault
Skull head first 5m
Backstroke
Dolphin kick
Seal Skills
Technique refinement for all strokes
Tread water 30+ seconds
Retrieve underwater objects in deep water
Flip turns
Head first surface dive in deep water
Butterfly
Why are Laurel swimming lessons so important?
Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the US for children under 14, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes – even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:
Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is one of the best ways to prevent drowning by teaching them essential water safety skills.
Benefits of private swimming lessons in Laurel
Water safety comes first
Our private swimming lessons in Laurel teach essential water safety skills from day one. Our Sunsational Swim School instructors focus on helping swimmers learn how to swim confidently to recover from unexpected falls into the water. The “Sunsational Swim Sequence” teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.
Personalized instruction for faster progress
Our experienced teachers make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths, because every student learns to swim differently. Sunsational’s classes in Laurel utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so that kids and adults can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.
Top-rated Instructors
All Sunsational instructors are CPR/First Aid certified w/ minimum 2 years experience teaching baby lessons
Home or community pool: your choice!
You save time and money when you can choose the location that works best for your family. Sunsational Swim Instructors teach lessons at the Laurel-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!
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We're so confident in the quality of our swim instructors that we stand behind them with our Sunsational Instructor Guarantee!
If your first lesson is anything less than sunsational, just let us know and we can either refund your unused lesson time or re-start your lesson package with a more suitable Instructor, your choice!
Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons
Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons
Private Swim Lessons
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Group Swim Lessons
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Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention
Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back
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Flexible scheduling, may vary for each child
Save time lessons at your home or community pool
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Faster Progression saves money in the long run
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Featured swim instructors in Laurel, MD
We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Laurel. 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.
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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!
Ledia E.
Laurel, Maryland 20707
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
My name is Ledia and I have been teaching swim lessons for a few years with ages 2 to 50+. I have also worked with children for more than 15 years as a Sunday school teacher, tutor, babysitter, and mentor. I went to college in Massachusetts, and earned a degree in economics. I speak Spanish and Amharic and work full-time in finance. Swimming builds self-confidence and is a great form of exercise. I have experience working with children with special needs, and I work best with beginner swimmers!
Shelby J.
Savage, MD 20763
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hello, I'm Shelby and I have been teaching swim lessons for about a year and swam competitively for 10 years. I've worked with infants, toddlers, and school age children and have experience teaching children with special needs including autism, down syndrome, and adhd. I love teaching because of how rewarding it is. My favorite experiences with teaching are helping a child face their fears, realize their capabilities, and to see the smile on their face when they have had a great lesson!
Emmanuela K.
Burtonsville, Maryland 20866
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! Im a lifelong swimmer and water lover ready to teach you how to swim. I have experience as a coach of a high school swimming team, lifeguarding local pools, and working with children and seniors. Im patient, caring, and driven to teach you how to swim in a way that makes you comfortable in any water and confident in your abilities.
Sophia C.
Laurel, Maryland 20723
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Sophia Cramer, and I am excited to be your swim instructor! I began swimming on my local summer swim team when I was 5 years old and began swimming year-round soon after. I swam competitively for a total of 12 years and have remained a member of the swimming community through lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons. I have experience teaching students aged one and above. In my opinion, a perfect lesson pushes and empowers kids to face their fears and improve their swimming skills while incorporating fun, personalized games!
Flavio R.
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi my name is Flavio, and I've been teaching swim lessons now for 4 years! I teach young toddlers all the way to adults. I'm a certified American Red Cross lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED. And a water safety instructor. Swimming is a skill that everybody has the privilege to learn. I'm also a competitive swimmer for the past 7 years. I love to teach new individuals how to swim and see them progress! I go to Howard Community College! I'm getting my degree in Business Administration.
Sharon S.
Greenbelt, Maryland 20770
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Sharon, and Im a dedicated swim instructor with over 10 years of experience teaching swimmers of all ages and abilities. My love for the sport led me to represent Ireland at the international level, which was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Ive been self-employed as a swim teacher since I was a teenager, and over the years, Ive worked with babies, children, teens, adults, and individuals with disabilities. I earned a full athletic scholarship to the University of Indianapolis, where I swam competitively while completing my Masters Degree and also represented my university at the NCAA Championships. I truly believe swimming is a life skill for everyone, and I look forward to helping you or your child :)
Melanie W.
Columbia, MD 20145
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi my name is Melanie and I've been teaching swim lessons for seven years with infants as young as 6 months all the way up to adults! I have also worked with children through swim coaching and babysitting. I went to the University of Delaware and have a degree in health sciences. I am currently pursuing my Masters in occupational therapy at Thomas Jefferson University. I love teaching swimming because I love seeing progress whether it be being comfortable in the water or learning a new stroke!
Joi H.
Columbia, MD 21044
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hello! My name is Joi. I have been teaching swim lessons for over 8 years now and lifeguarding for 12 years. I am a current student in a doctoral program to become a psychologist, a mom of two boys and I specialize in children with special needs. I am able to teach all ages and levels and I look forward to working with you. See you soon!
Alana D.
Seabrook, Maryland 20706
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! My name is Alana and I have taught swim lessons for a few years. I learned how to swim as a child, and I grew up spending my days at the pool every summer. I also swam competitively in high school. I am passionate about helping others, and it brings me joy being able to teach skills that individuals will utilize for the rest of their lives.
Hoang-Van C.
Silver Spring, Maryland 20904
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Van. I am 19 years old, and I have been conducting swim lessons since December 2019! I have been swimming competitively since I was 6! I love working with kids, and teaching them how to swim is a passion of mine.
Gregory E.
Bowie, MD 20720
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Charles and I've been teaching swim lessons for 7 years with ages from 9 months to 75 years. I have also worked with students on the autism spectrum, Down's syndrome, and other exceptionalities. I just graduated with my Bachelor's in Africana Studies with a minor in Government & Law and will start my M.Div and MSW in the fall. I continue to teach because of dedicated I am to giving people the gift that is swimming. It's a lifelong skill that can make life more safe and more fun.
Melanie M.
Elkridge, MD 21075
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Melanie and I've been teaching swim lessons for 2 years coaching young children, teens, and adults. I've worked with a variety of students some of which who had never been in water before and students with special needs. I love teaching swim lessons because I used to swim competitively and want to share my skillset so students can feel comfortable in the water.
Alexandra I.
New Carrollton, Maryland 20784
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Alexandra, and I have 17 years of swimming experience! I have been swimming competitively for 15 years, did synchronized swimming for 6 years, I have been a lifeguard for 7 years, and I have been certified as a swim instructor and teaching swim lessons since February 2023! I have lots of experience with children as I work with them all the time, and your childs safety is my number one priority. I look forward to teaching your children to swim and having fun while doing it!
Olivia G.
University Park, MD 20782
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! My name is Olivia and I started teaching swim lessons at 15 starting from ages 6mo-15 years old! I was a competitive swimmer throughout my child and teen years and love to pass on the skill through swim lessons! My biggest priority in teaching is always water safety. I look forward to teaching your little swimmers (and more advanced swimmers)!
Elijah F.
Silver Spring, Maryland 20906
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Elijah Faunteroy (Eli for short). I have over 10 years of coaching experience since January 2015, working with all ages! I am comfortable with all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, but all I ask is that we make this time fun and safe! I look forward to swimming with you!
Denesha J.
Bowie, MD 20720
Sunsational Certified Since 2014
Hi! My name is Denesha! I have over 6 years of experience instructing swim lessons. I worked with people of all ages and skill levels. I also have experience teaching students with special needs or disabilities. Let's get swimming!
Lisa M.
Silver Spring, MA 20902
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
I have had water in my life since I was 3 years old. Swim team, lifeguard jobs during school and college. I maintained my competitive edge as a "Master Swimmer" during my career. I had 3 sons who learned to swim as they learned to walk. I was a summer camp director which included a swim instruction component. I trained lifeguards in instructional swim techniques. I have been teaching YMCA group swim classes for children and adults, starting with infants at 5 months old.
Elishua B.
Bladensburg, MD 20710
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hey, I'm Elishua! Don't worry we'll work through the pronunciation later. I've been a lifeguard for over 5 years and instructing all ages including ones with special needs. I love to teach so much and believe that swimming is a vital life skill, so everyone should know how to do it! I enjoy the excitement of each individual when they surpass a hurdle and gain the confidence they need to feel at home in the water. I look forward to seeing your smile too! :)
Lisa M.
Silver Spring, MA 20902
Sunsational Certified Since 2015
I have had water in my life since I was 3 years old. I have 3 sons who learned to swim as they learned to walk! I also have over 6 years of experience with Special Needs students, including revamping of an "Adaptive Swim Class". I co-authored a prenatal swim class with a Certified Doula that included In-Studio and Aquatics Class exercises, as well as lecture components. I have been teaching YMCA group swim classes for children and adults, starting with infants at 5 months old.
Maya W.
Chillum, Maryland 20782
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi! My name is Maya Wilson, I have swum competitively for over 10 years. I swam all 4 years at a collegiate level. While at college, I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood/ Elementary education. Throughout the past 5 years, I have provided private swim lessons for kids 3-adults. I also coached swim teams in MCSL for 5 years. Swimming has been a lifelong passion of mine. I love teaching and educating individuals who desire to learn how to swim!
Skylar J.
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, I'm Skylar. I have 8 years of experience teaching swimming lessons and have a total of 10+ years of experience working with children in other capacities such as figure skating, after school, educational outreach, nannying, and more. Most of my experience has been with children 10 months-13 years, and I also have exp outside that age range as well. I love teaching swimming lessons because I enjoy sharing my passion for the water and I love helping people to improve their skills and knowledge.
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We have answers. What makes private lessons better than group classes?
Our pricing is transparent and based on the swim lesson package you choose. Packages are available in 6, 12 and 18 lessons with options for 30-minute, 60-minute or longer sessions for multiple students back-to-back. Every package includes a certified, background-checked instructor who comes to your home or preferred pool. Because lessons are private and personalized, you’ll see faster progress and greater value compared to group classes. Start a registration to build a package and see an exact, no-hassle price on options best for your goals and budget.
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 Laurel, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.
Our core service is providing private, at-home swim lessons. Your trained instructor travels to your home pool, community pool or aquatic facility anywhere in Laurel or across South Bay. If you don't have a pool, our instructors are happy to meet you at any safe, local pool of your choosing. If using a facility pool, be sure to have authorization to have your Private Swim Lessons there.
Absolutely. Every Sunsational swim instructor is rigorously vetted with comprehensive background checks and is certified in CPR and first aid, and insured under our company insurance policy. Our instructors have a minimum of 2 seasons of teaching experience before being certified. Many also have specialized experience working with infants, toddlers, special needs learners, or adults overcoming fear of water. In Laurel, where backyard pools, community centers make swimming skills essential, you can trust that your instructor is not only qualified but passionate about building water confidence and safety in every student.
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 Laurel, 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.
We stand by the quality of our instructors and offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. While we are confident in our rigorous selection process (all instructors are background-checked and CPR-certified), we want you to have the perfect match. If you're not completely satisfied with your first lesson, just let us know, and we'll restart your lessons with a new instructor or refund your unused lessons, your choice.
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.