Kid Swim Lessons inOlympia Fields
Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Olympia Fields! Our private swim lessons in Olympia Fields ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills
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Looking for the best private kids swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Olympia Fields! Our private swim lessons in Olympia Fields ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills.
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 Olympia Fields area.
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across the Olympia Fields
Levels we teach in 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
Baby 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
Baby 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
Baby 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
Why are Olympia Fields 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 kids swimming lessons in Olympia Fields
Water safety starts early
Our kids swimming lessons in Olympia Fields teach essential water safety skills from day one. Our Sunsational Swim School instructors focus on helping swimmers learn 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.
Flexible scheduling for busy Olympia Fields families
You may have to squeeze into your swimsuit, but you don’t have to squeeze our lessons into your calendar! If your Tuesdays and Thursdays are just too hectic, you can schedule lessons for a lazy Saturday morning or a peaceful Friday afternoon. Your Sunsational swimming class fits your schedule, not the other way around.
Personalized instruction for faster progress
ur experienced teachers make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths, because every student learns to swim differently. Sunsational’s classes in Olympia Fields utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so that kids and adults 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 lessons at the Olympia Fields-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!
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Featured kids swim instructors in Olympia Fields, IL
We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors. Every Sunsational swim teacher is vetted, 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!
Penny C.
Markham, Illinois 60428
Kecia P.
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Naomi A.
Calumet Park, Illinois 60827
Caitlyn D.
Chicago, Illinois 60655
Theresa D.
Chicago, Illinois 60643
Mireya C.
Chicago, Illinois 60617
Athenia T.
Chicago, IL 60619
Gloria S.
Chicago, Illinois 60649
William M.
Chicago, Illinois 60621
Rosalynn R.
Chicago, Illinois 60632
Margie G.
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440
Alyssa Z.
Brookfield, Illinois 60513
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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!
Penny C.
Markham, Illinois 60428
Sunsational Vetted Since 2022
Hi, my name is Penny and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020, working with ages 6 months to adults. I have also worked with children for 6 years as a camp counselor. I am obtaining my degree in aquatics in 2025 and minoring in scuba diving! I have competed in swim and water polo meets in high school for 3 years. I enjoy teaching swim lessons because I understand how swimming can go from fun to dangerous very quickly. I have a lot of knowledge about the water and I cannot wait to share it with you!
Theresa W.
Orland Park, Illinois 60462
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
Hello! My name is Theresa Waz, and I have swam competitively from ages 8 to 18. I love being in the pool, and I have been teaching swim lessons at the community pool since February 2023. I am excited about the opportunity to meet new students and share my love for swimming. I have experience with students who are just getting used to the water, as well as those who are looking to refine their stroke techniques and swim as well as possible.
Kecia P.
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Sunsational Vetted Since 2021
Hi, my name is Kecia. I have 10+ years experience as Managing Program Director of swimming facilities. Duties included creating and building swim programs, life guarding, teaching Basic and Progressive swim instruction for infants to adults, Adult T.O.W. (terrified of water), and Water Aerobics classes. For many years I volunteered coaching T-ball, soccer and volleyball to ages 4-13. I enjoy teaching swimming because it is a survival skill you will have it for the rest of your life!
Naomi A.
Calumet Park, Illinois 60827
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hey Aqua buddies! Im Naomi, and I am one of the swim instructors here at Sunsational! I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2020. I love teaching kids of all ages, teenagers, young, and older adults how to swim in aquatic waters. I am high-spirited, welcoming, and a supportive coach. Come learn with me today, and lets splash!
Caitlyn D.
Chicago, Illinois 60655
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
Hello and good day, swimmers! I am Coach Caitlyn. I am 20 years old, and I have been in the water since I was 2. Ive always loved it, as it gave me a sense of security and safety. Also, I have been on various swim teams and clubs throughout my younger years. But seeing the growth and progress of myself and others has always been my favorite part! Learning to trust the water and trust yourself in the water is a goal I strive towards. I am here to help wave all those fears and failures away and replace them with confidence and success. I wont give up, and Ill make sure you wont either. I hope to see you working with me soon!
Theresa D.
Chicago, Illinois 60643
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
I have been teaching learn-to-swim lessons at all levels since February 1995. Water safety is my passion. I have coached age group and high school levels.
Mireya C.
Chicago, Illinois 60617
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hello, my name is Mireya. I have been a swim instructor since February 2017 and have taught from as early as 6 months all the way up to seniors. I absolutely love the water and love to teach others to be safe in and around water. No matter your swim goal, I look forward to working towards it together!
Athenia T.
Chicago, IL 60619
Sunsational Vetted Since 2020
Hi, my name is Athenia and I've been teaching swim lessons for 29 of years with ages 11 months to 88 . I've also worked with children for 19yrs as high school teacher, hip hop dance instructor,and mentor.I went to Sullivan University and earn a degree in Culinary Arts Management. I love teaching swimming because it's fun, it empowers the youth, and I love it . I currently teach diverse learners Culinary Arts at high school level.
Gloria S.
Chicago, Illinois 60649
Sunsational Vetted Since 2023
I have 3yrs of swim instructor experience and Ive been a lifeguard/CPR. I started volunteering at a daycare when I was younger and I worked childcare at a gym for 3yrs. My passion has always been kids and swimming, so when I got hired to be a swim coach it was exciting! Ive worked with children of all ages, races, and disability. I get so much pride when the kids take on their fears and swim with or without equipment for the first time its just so beautiful to see them achieve their goals!
William M.
Chicago, Illinois 60621
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Im a Chicago-born native and graduated from Kenwood Academy. I was a 3-sport letterman in baseball, basketball, and football. Going into college, I studied computer animation at Los Angeles Film School University and received my bachelor's degree in May 2022. During the summer, I do lifeguarding and swim instructor training as a love for the water environment. I also coach for a swim team at Whitney Young School called the Blue Dolphins.
Colby P.
Chicago, IL 60637-3634
Sunsational Vetted Since 2024
I am an experienced swimmer who has swam at the state level with the Chicago Wolfpack Aquatics Club. I also have 7 years of swim instruction experience as well as lifeguard experience. I have worked with all age ranges and am comfortable in my ability to have anyone feel comfortable in the water.
Rosalynn R.
Chicago, Illinois 60632
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
My name is Rosalynn Ross and I go by Rosie. I am a pre-med major at UIC. I have been teaching ages 6 months to 80 years old for 30 years. I enjoy teaching everyone to be safe in and around the water. I started teaching at the McGaw YMCA in Evanston in 1995. I have also coached at the YMCA in Arlington Virginia and Westchester California. I also worked at the JCC as the Aquatic supervisor/swim coordinator. While working at the Santa Monica YMCA I was promoted to Aquatic Director. It was during covid and we were the first YMCA to bring back swim lessons. I feel that swimming is an important life skill that everyone should learn. I have a great passion and patience for coaching swimming to anyone no matter what age or level.
Christopher R.
Chicago, Illinois 60623
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
My name is Christopher Rodriguez. I have been swimming since the age of seven and have been teaching since February 2020. I have always been passionate about showing others new skills and am very patient with young or older students. My experience comes from a background of general teaching that began in high school as a lifeguard. Moving on to a dual lifeguard/swim instructor role, I began my teaching journey. I have taught students ages 1-76 and am mostly focused on teaching competitive swimming. Thank you, and I am excited to get started!
Margie G.
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hello! Im Margie, a passionate aquatic trainer dedicated to teaching essential life-saving skills to children ages 3 months - 17 years, including those with special needs. With several years of experience in the water, I have honed my expertise in creating fun and engaging swimming lessons that not only foster water safety but also instill a lifelong love for swimming. Seeing their eyes light up when they master a new skill is truly rewarding! In my lessons, I focus on teaching techniques that can be applied in emergencies, reinforcing the importance of preparedness. I believe that teaching kids water safety is one of the most valuable gifts we can provide.
Alyssa Z.
Brookfield, Illinois 60513
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
Hello! My name is Alyssa. I have my A.S. from College of DuPage and am currently finishing my Bachelors at UW - Madison. I have experience in competitive swimming and water polo, and I have been a swim teacher since February 2022. I have experience teaching group and private lessons for ages 6 months to adults, with skill levels ranging from novice to competitive swim team, including students of all ages who struggle with fear and/or confidence in the water. I have experience teaching students with special needs: Autism (verbal/non-verbal), severe ADHD, and minimal physical handicap. I am a native Spanish speaker and offer the option to conduct lessons in the preferred language (English/Spanish). I look forward to teaching my students confidence, safety, and strength in the water!
Hunter S.
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
Hi, Im Hunter. Swimming has been a big part of my life, and I developed my passion for it in high school on my swim team, where I learned discipline, teamwork, and water safety. I later worked as a lifeguard, gaining a strong awareness of safety and prevention in aquatic environments. Since February 2023, Ive been a swim instructor, helping swimmers of all levels build confidence, improve technique, and feel safe and comfortable in the water.
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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 Olympia Fields, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.
The best time to start is now! Every age is the right age to build water safety skills. Our instructors in Olympia Fields teach students as young as 6 months old. We offer tailored approaches for every stage:
Babies & Toddlers (6 mo - 2 yrs): It’s all about safety and happy splashes! We focus on water comfort, parent-and-child bonding, and basic safety skills through songs and games.
Preschoolers (3-5 yrs): This is the sweet spot for learning fundamentals. We turn safety skills like floating and rolling over into fun activities they'll love.
Big Kids (6+ yrs): We build on their confidence to teach proper stroke technique, helping them become strong, proficient swimmers.
Yes! Sunsational specializes in private, at-home swimming lessons for kids across Chicago. Your instructor comes directly to your home, condo, or neighborhood pool—so your child learns faster in a familiar, distraction-free environment without the stress of crowded group classes.
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 Olympia Fields, 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.