Toddler swim lessons inMontebello
Looking for the best private toddler swimming lessons near me? Itâs always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Montebello! Our private swim lessons ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills.
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With our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee, if your toddler canât demonstrate the âSunsational Swim Sequenceâ by the twelfth lesson, weâll give you up to four additional classes for free!
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to your home pool or local community pool, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across the Montebello.
What are survival float lessons?
Montebello parents often ask if we teach survival float, self-rescue techniques or Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) lessons. We share the same fundamental goal as ISR - ensuring water safety - but our teaching methods differ. ISR often uses a method called âforced back floatingâ, where toddlers are repeatedly submerged to trigger a floating reflex. While learning to float is valuable, this method can cause negative associations with water.
At Sunsational Swim School, we focus on teaching both floating and essential swimming strokes. This ensures toddlers can stay afloat as well as move to safety confidently.
Our experienced instructors in Montebello use gentle encouragement and positive reinforcement, which helps toddlers develop water skills in a fun, nurturing environment. Weâre committed to building a foundation of water confidence.
Why are swimming lessons so important for toddlers?
Drowning is the #1 leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. among children under 5, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes â even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:
Swimming lessons can save lives. Give your toddler the gift of swimming which lasts a lifetime!
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
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Benefits of kids swimming lessons
A 2009 study found that children who take kids swimming lessons have a significantly lower risk of accidental drowning. Learning to swim is essential for your kidâs safety and confidence in the water.
Kids swimming lessons reduce the risk of drowning
Unlike many sports, swimming is something kids can start at any age, and continue throughout their lives. Swim classes introduce young swimmers to a skill that is best developed early.
Swimming is a lifelong activity
Obesity is a rising problem in America, and swimming lessons for children might just be the answer. Swimming is a great full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health and builds muscle strength.
Swimming builds strength and endurance
Swimming isnât just about safety, itâs about enjoying the time in the water with confidence. Kids swimming lessons teach children lifesaving skills while also helping kids learn to enjoy swimming for the rest of their lives.
Important skill for fun and safety
This might surprise parents, but studies have shown children who undertake swim lessons at an early age develop stronger cognitive and motor skills, which can help them succeed in school. This means they might do better!
Kids who swim do better in school
Swimming isnât just a fun activity and an important life skill, itâs also a fantastic form of exercise. Non-weight bearing and able to work out every single muscle group, starting swim lessons will keep them fit until theyâve grown!
A fun way to stay active and healthy
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!
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
Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualised instruction
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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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Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons
Faster Progression saves money in the long run
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Why choose Sunsational Swim School for your toddlerâs swim lessons?
Water safety starts early
We prioritize safety in every lesson. Our toddler swim programs teach essential water safety skills, ensuring your child learns to swim in a fun yet secure environment.
A fun and progressive learning approach
At Sunsational Swim School our lessons follow a progressive method that makes learning fun; not stressful or fear-inducing. With private lessons our instructors go at your child's pace, progressing them only when they're ready.
Learn to swim guaranteed
We're so confident in our methods that we offer a Learn to Swim Guarantee in all of our private toddler swim classes. If your child can't swim back to the pool wall after 12 lessons, you'll get up to four more lessons for free.
Swim lessons that fit around your schedule
Montebello parents are busy, and often struggle to fit their toddler's swim lessons into their schedule. That's why our instructors come to you, holding lessons at a time, and pool, that's convenient for you.
Expert instructors you can trust
Our Montebello swim instructors are highly experienced and have a minimum of two years teaching, CPR and First Aid Certified, and many are also Red Cross lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor certified.
Lessons are fun and age-appropriate
We make learning to swim fun and engaging with games, activities and age-appropriate techniques. Young children also earn Sunsational skill charts and certificates to celebrate their progress!
Toddler lessons
The more lessons you buy, the more you save!
1 Student
30 - 45 Minute private Lessons
18 lessons
70
/ 30 minutes
98
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12 lessons
75
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104
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MOST POPULAR
6 lessons
80
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110
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*60+ minute lessons can be divided into back-to-back lessons for multiple children
Search Nearby Instructors
*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!
Lizette P.
Commerce, CA 90040
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Lizette and I have been teaching swim lessons for 4 years with ages 6 months to adults. I went to California Baptist University and recently earned a degree in science. I was in competitive swim and water polo for over 14 years and continued playing for a D1 university. I love teaching swimming because I enjoy sharing my knowledge in the sport I grew up playing with others. Also, spreading the importance of water safety with young children and parents.
Jesus A.
Pico Rivera, California 90660
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Jesus Aguilar, and I love to swim! My goal while working here is to make others feel the same way as well. I am a certified lifeguard under the American Red Cross, and I have been working for LA County since February 2023. In total, I have been working as a swim instructor and lifeguard since February 2021. I am passionate about working with people of any age, and I love figuring out how to get you comfortable with the water. I believe everyone should be able to swim confidently as it is not only a fun activity, but it is also beneficial to your health. Above all else, safety is my number one priority!
Luis Adrian B.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Luis and I've been teaching swim lessons for about 3-4 years with ages from 8 months up to adults. I've also worked with children for 4 years as a coach for boxing. I love teaching swimming because it's a way to have fun and stay active. It's a good thing phones and iPads can't go in the water so the kids stay active and let's not forget the Earth is 3/4 water so let's learn to swim!
Reianna F.
Whittier, California 90606
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Reianna! Im excited to be teaching with Sunsational Swim School. I have been a swim instructor since August 2023 and was named Top Performer in 2024 in my region at my previous swim school. I specialize in working with children and also stage-manage a high school theater program. My favorite stroke to swim is butterfly, and I love teaching backstroke. I look forward to working with swimmers of all ages and abilities, adapting my approach to meet each individuals unique needs. Teaching swimming is more than just a job to me; its a passion that fuels my dedication to helping others build confidence and joy in the water.
Isabel G.
Whittier, California 90601
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Isabel (but you can call me Isa)! Im 18 years old and have been in the water for as long as I can remember. I played water polo and swam competitively for all four years of high school, and Im continuing my water polo journey at Cerritos College on the womens team. Im a certified lifeguard with CPR and first aid training, and Ive been teaching kids how to swim since February 2024, both at public pools and at the college level. I love helping swimmers feel confident, safe, and excited in the water.
Esmeralda V.
Alhambra, CA 91803
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
Hiiii! My name is Esmeralda, Esme for short, and I have been teaching swimming since February 2022. I work with students of all ages, starting from 3 months up. I have worked with children for a total of 5 years now. From babysitting to tutoring and coaching different sports, I am currently studying to become a behavioral therapist for children with special needs. I love teaching because I enjoy the feeling of accomplishment and seeing my students succeed and excel in a skill that they will carry on for a lifetime.
Ryan K.
Monterey Park, California 91754-2101
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! My name is Ryan. I have been on a pool deck pretty much my entire life. I competitively swam and played water polo from age 8 through high school, then went on to play in college. I have coached a wide range of students from 1 year olds - adults, including special needs students. I currently coach High School Aquatics and look forward to teaching everyone how to swim and have fun!
Karina T.
Whittier, CA 90601
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Karina. I have been teaching swim lessons for over 10 years. I come from a water polo and swim background, having played all through out junior high, high school and college! I have also coached water polo and swim teams. I enjoy teaching others the skills they need in order to love and enjoy being in the water, all the while being safe at the same time! I look forward to working with you and your child(ren).
Hannah S.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
Hi there! Im Hannah and Im so excited to work with you! Ive been a swim instructor and lifeguard for 9 years and was swim trained by an Olympic medalist from a young age. I have worked with students from 5 months to 80 years old. I love what I do and my #1 priority is making swimming fun and safe for all my clients!
Brandon L.
South El Monte, California 91733
Certification N/A
Brandon Private Swim Instructor What I Teach Whether your child is dipping their toes for the first time or ready to learn strokes like freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly, Ill meet them where they are and help build a strong foundation for lifelong swimming. Experience & Qualifications Collegiate-level swim experience Lifeguard certified Oldest of seven siblings lots of experience with kids Completed UCLA coursework focused on emotional management in children I enjoy teaching all personalities from high-energy adventurers to shy, cautious swimmers. Lessons are fun, goal-oriented, personalized, and paced to your childs needs, building comfort, confidence, and solid skills all while having a great time!
Claire P.
Whittier, CA 90601
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi my name is Claire and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for 2 years and have been a lifeguard for 5. I`ve taught children as young as 4 months as well as adults and children with special needs. I`ve also worked as a babysitter for about 6 years. I am currently attending Rio Hondo College pursuing a Degree in Journalism. I love teaching swimming and being able to watch my students learn, grow, and develop a passion for swimming just as I once did.
Esau C.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hey, my name is Esau Cordero. I have been teaching swim lessons for almost 4 years from toddler all the way to adults, including people with disabilities. I currently go to USC part time. I love teaching swimming because it's a life skill that I firmly believe everyone should know how to do. I love seeing kids progress in the water. I`ve had students that I started teaching at 6 months old, and I`ve got to see them grow over the years which is beyond rewarding.
Stephanie R.
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi, I'm Stephanie! Swimming and teaching others how to swim is my passion. I've been a lifeguard & swim instructor for 5 years and a swim team coach for 2. I teach all ages from 8 months to adults. I have experience working and teaching kids with special needs (ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome). I teach all levels of swimming, all 4 strokes, diving, flip turns, and of course: water safety. I love teaching swimming, I always give it 100% and I look forward to meeting you!
Ellinor W.
San Gabriel, CA 91775
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi I am Ellie. I have taught for 3 years. I started at a program through high school where I taught children from 2 months-16 yr. All the kids varied in experience. I worked at a private swim club and taught the 4 to 6 year old age group for both spring and summer sessions. I enjoy working with those disabled. I just finished my first year at Pasadena City College in speech pathology. I am first aid and CPR trained. I swam and played water polo competitively for 6 years. Thank you :)
Leila M.
Whittier, California 90602
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
As a swim instructor, I've taught students from 4-month-old babies to 94-year-olds. My specialty lies in working with individuals with a fear of water or those on the Autism Spectrum, tailoring my curriculum to their goals, and providing accommodations. I believe in creating positive learning experiences to build lasting memories and skills. Together, we will create a skill set you'll never forget!
Andre J.
Temple City, California 91780
Certification N/A
Hi! Im Andre, and I have 14 years of swimming experience. I love swimming, and I enjoy teaching and showing others how fun swimming can be! Ive been an instructor since February 2024, and I have taught kids of all ages and even adults! :D
Ellis C.
Los Angeles, California 90032
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Ellis Cho, and Im currently a rising senior at USC studying Business. I have been involved in club swimming and water polo since May 2018, have been a lifeguard since May 2021, and was a private swim instructor last summer. I also enjoy playing piano, reading, and working out. I look forward to helping your kids get comfortable in the water and teaching them to enjoy aquatics as much as I do!
Kristian C.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hi, my name is Kristian I've been teaching swim lessons for 10+ years ages 2-12. I've also worked with children as a tutor and babysitter. I went to an Art School and earned my Bachelors degree in Fashion Design in 2012. I love teaching swimming, growing up swimming was my first passion. As a child I spent just about everyday swimming for 6+ hours. I was a Jr. LifeGuard then a LifeGuard I also played on the water polo team, swim team, and synchronized swim team. All were undefeated champs.
Victoria A.
Downey, California 90242
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hello! My name is Victoria and I have been teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding for over 4 years now and have a background in teaching ages 6 month to 16 years old. I started my own swim career at 7 years old and continued on to compete at the collegiate level at Azusa Pacific University while also pursuing a degree in Kinesiology. I'm excited to be able to share my passion and love for the sport!
emily t.
South Gate, California 90280
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Emily! I have been teaching for almost two years, and I love helping people grow in the water. I teach all four strokes, but freestyle is definitely my favorite! My lessons are always fun, supportive, and encouraging. I want every student to feel confident, comfortable, and excited to learn.
Beverly B.
Downey, California 90242
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Experienced swim instructor since February 2010. Specializing in personalized lessons for all ages and skill levels. I swam and played water polo from middle school through college. I have a strong focus on water safety and technique. I tailor each session to meet individual goals. Whether youre a beginner or looking to improve your skills, I create a supportive and enjoyable learning experience. Lets make swimming fun and safe!
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We have answers. When should toddlers start swim lessons?
We make scheduling easy. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend lessons are avaialble 6AM-8PM to fit your familyâs 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 Montebello, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever youâre ready.
YesâSunsationalâs instructors in Montebello are CPR-certified and are insured under our company liability insurance policy. Every Sunsational certified swim instructor has a minimum prior 2 seasons of teaching experience. Lessons are always one-on-one or small group for close supervision. Our instructors teach toddlers to float, roll to their back, and safely reach the pool edgeâwhat we call the Sunsational Safety Sequence. These skills are proven to reduce the risk of drowning by up to 88% for children ages 1 to 4 years old[1] and are included in our Learn to Swim Guarantee for children ages 3 and up!
Your childâs first swim lesson focuses on safety, comfort, and trust. Our instructor will introduce floating, kicking, blowing bubbles, and gentle submersion using songs and games. Our private swim instructors in Montebello come to you and lessons are taught in your own pool to create a safe, familiar environment. Teers are not unexpected, but what is even more expected is that your child will become more familiar and more confident in the water!
Every child learns at their own pace, but most toddlers in Montebello start floating, kicking, and swimming short distances within a few weeks of consistent lessons. Sunsationalâs personalized approachâtaught in your own poolâhelps toddlers learn faster than in group swim schools. With Sunsational's Learn to Swim Guarantee, toddlers ages 3 and up are guaranteed to learn to swim within 12 lessons, or weâll provide up to four additional lessons free until they do.
Most parents in Montebello start toddler swim lessons between 18 months and 3 years old. At this age, children are curious, active, and ready to begin learning basic swimming and safety skills. Sunsationalâs certified instructors in {{metroAarea}} customize lessons to your toddlerâs confidence and comfort level. We offer a learn to swim guarantee for toddlers ages 3 and up!
Swim lessons help toddlers build coordination, strength, and confidenceâbut the biggest benefit is safety. In Montebello, where many families enjoy backyard pools, condo pools, beaches or home pool days, beach outings, early swim instruction reduces drowning risk by up to 88% for children ages 1-4 years old and teaches respect for the water while keeping learning playful.
Yes! Sunsational offers both private 1-on-1 swim lessons and small sibling or friend groups in Montebello and nearby neighborhoods in Los Angeles County. Private lessons let your child learn at their own pace with minimal distractions.
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 Montebello, 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.