Teen Swim Lessons inMiami Gardens
Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Miami Gardens! Our private swim lessons in Miami Gardens ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills.
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Sunsational Swim School offers private teen swim lessons in Miami Gardens for beginner, intermediate, and competitive swimmers. If your teen hasn’t learned to swim yet, private swim lessons are the best way to help them build this essential life skill quickly and confidently.
Water safety is a skill that should not be delayed. The sooner they start with a private swim instructor, the better prepared they’ll be for pool parties, beach trips, or water parks.
Some teens may feel embarrassed about learning to swim. That’s why private swim lessons are so effective—no audience, no pressure, just one-on-one guidance from a skilled instructor focused on helping your teen succeed.
Intermediate swim lessons for teens in Miami Gardens
For teens who already have a grasp of swimming basics, formal swimming lessons can provide a perfect way to go from a beginner swimmer to swim team-ready. Intermediate private lessons will usually include developing the mechanics of the various competitive strokes; freestyle (or front crawl), backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke. For a teen looking to join a swim team, a working knowledge of these strokes is a must. While a teen will learn how to do these swimming strokes from a swim team coach, private swim lessons ensure that a swimmer has a strong grasp on proper stroke form. Intermediate lessons for teens can also include introductions to other competitive swim skills, such as diving, flip turns, breathing technique, treading water and underwater streamline work.
Water safety is a skill that should not be delayed. The sooner they start with a private swim instructor, the better prepared they’ll be for pool parties, beach trips, or water parks.
Some teens may feel embarrassed about learning to swim. That’s why private swim lessons are so effective—no audience, no pressure, just one-on-one guidance from a skilled instructor focused on helping your teen succeed.
Why choose Sunsational Swim School for your teen swim lessons in Miami Gardens
Water safety starts early
Our private swimming lessons in Miami Gardens teach essential water safety skills from day one. The “Sunsational Swim Sequence” teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.
Flexible scheduling for busy Miami Gardens families
You may have to squeeze into your swimsuit, but you don’t have to squeeze our lessons into your calendar! Your Sunsational swimming class fits your schedule, not the other way around.
Personalized instruction for faster progress
Our instructors make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths. Sunsational’s teen classes in Miami Gardens utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so teens can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.
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 teen lessons at the Miami Gardens-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!
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Advanced and competitive swimmers benefit from private lessons too
Even experienced swimmers can benefit from teen swim lessons near me. Private lessons provide focused, one-on-one coaching to help competitive swimmers refine their technique and improve performance. With a dedicated private swim instructor, teens can target specific skills like hand pulls, kicks, and stroke timing. Advanced techniques such as relay starts, backstroke starts, diving skills, and flip turns can also be practiced and perfected.
Teen lessons have always been my favorite to teach. Over the years, I’ve been lucky to teach teens at almost every level: beginners learning how to swim, teens enrolled in the GuardStart program, competitive swimmers on swim teams, and everything in between. Most of my work with teens has been with non-swimmer beginners looking to gain the fundamental basics of swimming. This has included teens who were terrified of water as well as teens who simply hadn’t yet had the opportunity to learn how to swim.
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Mia M.
Miami Gardens, Florida 33054
Certification N/A
Hi :) My name is Mia. I have over 10 years of competitive swimming experience and love coaching the younger generation in the sport I love. I have been teaching swim lessons since March 2022, and what I love most about the job is the pure joy and excitement I see, as well as the growth and confidence that surfaces throughout the lessons. This fall, I will continue swimming competitively in college and look forward to teaching swim lessons this summer!
Hailey B.
Miami Gardens, Florida 33054
Certification N/A
Hi everyone, my name is Hailey! I have been teaching swim lessons since October 2019, and I have been swimming competitively since I was young as well! I currently teach swim lessons as well as coach competitive swimming. I have taught a variety of ages and skill levels and would love to teach you more about the sport I love so much! I cover safety topics as well as basic swimming skills, all the way to competitive swimming levels, and would love to teach you!
Anastasia N.
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name is Anastasia Nino. Im currently a college student majoring in industrial engineering. I started swimming when I was seven years old, and since then, I have loved swimming. I started competitive swimming at ten years old until I graduated from high school. I have experience teaching kids from 6 months to 14 years old. My hope for my students is to love swimming, not be scared of the water, and always be safe around it!
Johnathan T.
Miramar, Florida 33025
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Johnathan and I've been teaching swim lessons for two years with ages two - seven years old. I've worked with children including special needs as a swim instructor. I went to school and earned firefighter certifications at coral springs fire academy and love giving swim lessons because it excites me passing along a skill once taught to me, someone can use the rest of their life. I myself have competed on a high school swim team and can be considered a fish out of water.
Kevin Hugo M.
Hialeah, FL 33015
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi, my name is Kevin and Ive been lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons for 4 years now from infants to adults. I have experience teaching many kids including children with special needs. I am an active member of my church that teaches Bible studies to children. I went to Barbara Goleman Senior High, graduated in 2019, and am in flight school currently pursuing my dream of being a fighter pilot. I love teaching swim lessons and it has been such a rewarding process for both me and my students.
Nicole G.
North Miami Beach, Florida 33162
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
My name is Nicole Garcia and I've taught swim lessons for students ages 2-adults and I've been a lifeguard for 4 years. I love teaching students and helping them feel more confident in the water which is a lifesaving skill. I've also worked with children as a math tutor for 2 years. I currently attend the University of Miami pursuing a Biomedical Engineering degree, prior I was a competitive swimmer for 8 years. I'm fluent in both English and Spanish.
Michaela R.
Miramar, Florida 33027
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, Im Michaela! I became a swim instructor and lifeguard at the YMCA in 2017. I taught swim classes, one-on-one sessions, and more. Im ready to support and train swimmers of all ages. Growing up, swimming was my favorite thing to do. I learned at a young age at a sleepaway camp, and its been my passion ever since. Hopefully, I can grow your love of swimming, too!
Asia B.
Miami, Florida 33162
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, Im Asia Blanco, your swim instructor! Im a dedicated and experienced swim instructor who specializes in teaching children and individuals ages 2 and up. With a passion for swimming and a commitment to water safety, I create a supportive and engaging environment where students can develop their swimming skills at their own pace. Whether working with beginners or those looking to refine their technique, I ensure each lesson is tailored to meet the unique needs of each students, fostering both confidence and competence in the water.
Oliver P.
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, My name is Oliver and I have been swimming since I was 4 years old. I have been teaching swim lessons for 9 years with ages infant to 50. I have worked with children for 8 years as a swim instructor. I am from Emil Friedman Team (92-2004) and Eca Master Swimming Team (2007-2015) which are one of the best teams of Venezuela. I love teaching swimming because it promotes health and safety and it is also a very fun experience!
Raciel M.
Hialeah, Florida 33014
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Raciel Milians, and Im a patient, encouraging swim coach helping all ages build confidence and strong technique in the water. I tailor each session to your goals, whether you want to learn water safety, improve your strokes, or build fitness. Lets make swimming enjoyable while helping you grow.
Joshua L.
Miami, Florida 33014
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Joshko Lipp, and Im a Sunsational swim instructor! For as long as I can remember, Ive been fortunate enough to spend most of my life around the pool deck. From learning how to swim at a very young age to growing into a Division 1 collegiate swimmer, Ive had the opportunity to make many great memories, all thanks to swimming. Now, as Ive been coaching and teaching lessons since February 2020, it is my goal to give others the chance to feel safer, stronger, and more comfortable in the water, which may hopefully let them experience some of the lifelong memories that Ive been fortunate enough to make.
Nelson L.
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33025
Certification N/A
I have been swimming since the age of four and have competed at various levels, honing advanced techniques and a deep understanding of the sport. As an experienced swimmer, I have taught swimmers of all agesfrom young beginners (ages 412) to teenagers, adults, and seniors. My approach is tailored, patient, and technique-driven, helping each swimmer build confidence, skill, and love for the water.
Samantha A.
North Miami Beach, Florida 33162-1343
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name is Sam! I've taught swimming for 10 years & 18yrs of competitive experience! I love the water & sharing that with my students. I've taught: 3 months-teens, beginner-competitive & special needs students. My philosophy is to instill a genuine love for the water & swimming. Create a lesson plan that caters especially to your child ensuring they have a productive & fun experience. I focus on water safety in/around water, floating/buoyancy, swim position/technique & breathing control.
Jaimesha T.
North Miami, Florida 33161
Certification N/A
Hello, Sunnies! I am Jaime, your swimtastic instructor. With my knowledge and experience of beginners to pro-level swim instruction, I can take you into a deep dive of water safety and education. Lets have some fun in the sun!
Keith C.
North Miami, FL 33181
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hi, my name is Keith and I have been a swim instructor for 6 years. I have taught from ages 6 months to 55+ in group and private sessions. I have been swimming all of my life and love teaching people to swim and I have taught many of my students to be comfortable in the water and to not fear it even if they have had bad experiences with the water. I have recently moved to Miami for school and will be studying Marine Biology so I am passionate about water.
Meredith A.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi! I'm Meredith Anderson, and I've been teaching swimming for more than ten years (in multiple countries). I've been a varsity/elementary swim coach, I tutor all levels of high school academics, and was a daycamp counselor in high school. I also swam extensively in high school and for the Coast Guard Academy; I graduated in 2014 with a BS in Civil Engineering. I love teaching swimming because it was my first true love, and want everyone to get from it what I have: a lifelong passion!
Hanz G.
Hialeah, Florida 33015
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Hanz. I'm a nationally certified and state-certified EMT. I'm currently in paramedic school and plan to work with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. I have a 4-year-old daughter who loves to swim. I teach how to be safe around a pool, in and out of the water. Safety is my number one priority. I've been working with kids in the water since April 2020. The goal is to get them having fun and being comfortable in the water.
Celestino L.
Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Celestino Lpez. I'm a lifelong South Floridian. Aquatics and my upbringing go hand in hand. Additionally, I have been a professional educator since August 1999. I have 20 years of experience in elementary education. I combined both passions and found swimming instruction.
Angelique V.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Angelique and I`ve been teaching swim lessons to students aged 1 to 15 years old. I`ve also worked with children since 2012 as a mentor, assistant preschool teacher, baby sitter and youth leader. I graduated from Pembroke Pines Charter High School. I use to be on a swim team for 3 years and I took a year of life guarding classes. I love teaching swimming because I enjoy interacting with children and seeing them progress.
Luna G.
North Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County 33162
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi my name is Luna, I've been a swim instructor for two years with the ages 4 months- 12 years old. I've also worked with children for 2 years as a summer camp counselor and a babysitter. I love teaching swimming because swimming is an essential life saving skill. teaching kids how to swim can show them how to be safer in the water. playing in the water is a huge responsibility and the kids I've taught have learned to stay safer and how to save themselves in certain situations.
Daniela B.
Hialeah, FL 33016
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Daniela and I am currently a neuroscience student at NSU. I've been teaching swim lessons for four years with ages one and up. I've also worked with disabled children teaching them adaptive swim lessons. Additionally, I also have worked as a lifeguard. I love teaching swimming because it is an essential skill needed for survival in case of an emergency and it's also a lot of fun! I love giving children and adults the necessary skills to have safe fun in the water.
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We have answers. Are swim lessons effective for teenagers?
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 Miami Gardens, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.
Sunsational Swim School offers private, at-home swim lessons designed to help teens build confidence, improve technique, or overcome fear of the water. Each session is taught one-on-one by a certified, background-checked instructor who personalizes every lesson to the teen’s goals—whether learning to swim for safety, fitness, or school requirements. In Miami Gardens, where backyard pools, condo pools, beaches are part of everyday life, our private format ensures teens feel comfortable, respected, and motivated to progress.
Yes. Sunsational instructors can tailor lessons for fitness, endurance, stroke refinement, or lifeguard readiness. Whether your teen wants to prepare for summer lifeguard certification, join a team, or simply improve technique, our certified instructors in Miami Gardens create targeted programs that strengthen skills and boost performance while reinforcing safe, efficient swimming habits.
Every teen progresses at their own pace, but most beginners in Miami Gardens see significant confidence and skill development within 8–12 lessons. Factors like comfort level, athletic background, lesson frequency, and practice between sessions all play a role. Private instruction accelerates learning because every minute is focused on your teen's specific needs—no waiting for others or repeating skills they've already mastered. Many teens who start nervous about water are swimming independently within a few weeks. Your Sunsational instructor will assess progress regularly and adjust lessons to keep momentum going, ensuring your teen reaches their goals efficiently and safely.
Each lesson plan is customized to your teen’s ability and goals. Beginners focus on floating, breathing, and survival strokes, while more advanced swimmers learn freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and endurance training. Sunsational instructors also teach water safety and rescue awareness, so teens are confident around backyard pools, condo pools, beaches, ocean swims, family pool time and all the great activities to enjoy in Miami Gardens.