Adult swim lessons inPlantation
Whether you are a total beginner or looking for an advanced swimming course, Sunsational Swim School offers private, at-home swim lessons for adults in Plantation to ensure rapid progress!
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For total beginners or advanced swimmers!
Sunsational Swim School offers adult swim lessons at home or in your community pool in Plantation. Whether you're an adult beginner dipping your toe into the pool for the first time, working to overcome a fear of water, or seeking advanced swim training to complete the 1500-meter swimming split of a triathlon, we’ll be with you every stroke of the way to get you to your goals! Our expert swim instructors provide personalized, 1-on-1 adult private swim lessons to help you reach your goals. Learn to swim at your own pace with America’s #1 swim school.
Start swimming faster with a Sunsational private swim instructor in Plantation
Getting to swim classes can be tough – that’s why we bring baby swim 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?
Private adult swimming lessons are great for…
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Adults in all swimming levels
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Fear of water or aquaphobia
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Adults with near drowning/traumatic experiences
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Training for a triathlon or other swim competition
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Learning stroke technique
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Training for a swim test (military, school, etc.)
Why choose Sunsational Swim School to learn to swim?
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Quick Results
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Our adult swim students generally learn to swim within just 6 to 12 swim lessons
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Built-in Convenience
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Sunsational swim instructors travel to you & work around your schedule
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Top Instructors
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All Sunsational instructors are CPR/First Aid certified with a minimum of 2 years of experience teaching adult lessons
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Satisfaction Guaranteed
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Benefits of adult swimming lessons with Sunsational
If you want to learn to swim and you’re afraid or embarrassed to try in a group, the Sunsational Swim School’s private swimming lessons for adults can help you develop a strong set of basic swim skills quickly.
Private swim lessons are the most effective way to learn
Our adult swim lessons can take place at your community pool or even in your own home swimming pool—at the times and days that work best for you.
We make it convenient to learn
Our private adult swim lessons are tailored to your comfort level and learning style. We create a relaxed environment where progress is easy and fast.
We tailor our lessons for you
You can choose a time slot for adult swimming lessons that fits with your own schedule and even book multiple lessons in advance at the same time.
Flexible scheduling
From the first splash to the last dive, our private swim lessons for adults help you advance at your pace in an encouraging and safe environment.
Non-swimmers to advance technique training
Our instructors are CPR/First Aid certified, background checked, and trained in swim safety. They’re patient and experienced at teaching adults.
Highly qualified & patient instructors
You’re never too old to learn
Learning to swim is an achievement to be proud of at any age, especially considering that nearly half of all American adults fear the deep end while 37% can’t swim at all. Our private adult swim lessons use personalized programs and proven methods to help adults of all levels build confidence, overcome their fear of water, and master essential swimming skills in a supportive environment.
Adult Beginner
How to be comfortable in the water
Water safety/survival techniques
Introduction to treading water
Proper floating, kicking, and breathing underwater
Front crawl/freestyle swim stroke
Adult Intermediate
Breaststroke, backstroke swimming techniques
Rotary breathing
Endurance building
Mechanical stroke refinement on established swim strokes
Adult Advanced
Advanced stroke techniques for improved efficiency and speed
Butterfly arm and kick coordination, flip turns, and diving
Speed, endurance and stamina
Specialized Training
Endurance-based interval training for long-distance and military swim tests
Swim training for swimmers participating in triathlons
Water aerobic exercise with stretching and strength training routines to improve all elements of fitness (flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness)
Recommended lesson plans for adult Swim Lessons
After teaching thousands of adults how to swim, we’ve found that these lesson plans work best based on skill levels and goals:
For beginner adult swim students
Lesson Length:
60 minutes
Recommended Lessons:
12-18
If you’re new to swimming or overcoming a fear of water, our 6-pack of 1-hour lessons is ideal for building your confidence. For adult beginners looking to master basic skills and progress to strokes like freestyle, our 12-pack offers extended practice and faster results.
For advanced adult swim students
Lesson Length:
60 minutes
Recommended Lessons:
6-12
For advanced swimmers training for competition, tests, or triathlons, as well as those who just want to improve their swimming skills, our 12 or 18-pack provides focused practice to refine your stroke technique. Better technique will help you swim faster with less effort.
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!
Adult Lessons
1 Hr or longer (add in 30 minute increments). Each hour can be divided by up to 4 students (max of 2 beginners at one time; both beginners must be age 4 yrs or older). 30 minutes private lesson per student to qualify for the guarantee.
1 - 4 Student
60 Minute private or semi-private lessons
(1Hr+ Can be divided by multiple students)
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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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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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*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!
Kaylee G.
Davie, FL 33314
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi my name is Kaylee and I have been teaching swim lessons, as well as, working with kids as a babysitter. I am studying Recreational Therapy at NSU. I have swam all my life and into college. I love teaching swimming because it is important to understand water safety. I have taught children as young as 8 months to a 32 year old training for a triathlon. I love working with all ages of kids and giving them a fun experience in the water!
Sylena J.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi! I'm Sylena, a swim coach and certified lifeguard. I grew up in Jamaica in a small fishing village where I learned to swim and dive in the sea. I have 5 years of experience with swimmers from 0-90 from all walks of life, including swimmers on the spectrum. I have the skill set to work with both beginner and advanced students. I love teaching people how to have fun and be safe in the water. I can't wait to see where your swim journey takes you.
Charlotte O.
Plantation, FL 33324
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Charlotte & I've been teaching swim lessons for more than 3 years with ages 2 to 20; including special needs and fearful beginners. I've also worked with children for 2 years as a water polo coach, lifeguard & dance teacher. I am a senior at Edna Manley College in the Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education program. I love teaching swim lessons because as a competitive swimmer/water polo player everyone should have the opportunity to learn how to swim & be safe in or around water.
Georgia O.
Davie, FL 33324
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi! My name is Georgia and I've been teaching swim lessons for about a year, ages 3 to teen years as well as special needs children and timid swimmers with a variety of abilities. I attend Nova Southeastern University and major in Exercise Science. I have a strong background of 12 years in competitive swimming with experience as an NCAA college swimmer. I love teaching swim lessons because I understand the importance of water safety and wish to spread my passion for swimming with others!
Kylie B.
Davie, Florida 33314
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Kylie, and I have been swimming since February 2012. I recently completed my second year swimming Division I at the University of New Hampshire and am about to enter my third! Over the past two summers, I have had the amazing opportunity to coach for the Willowsford Waves, working with swimmers ages 3 to 18. I am passionate about helping swimmers grow in and out of the water and look forward to teaching!
Madison A.
Davie, FL 33314
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi, my name is Madison and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages 1.5 to 14. I have also worked with children as a nanny. I am a college student at Nova Southeastern University studying Exercise & Sports Science. I am also on the swim team at NSU and have been swimming competitively since I was 7. I love to share my passion for swimming with others while teaching important life skills.
Kristen P.
Lauderhill, FL 33319
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Kristen, currently pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at FAU. I've been teaching swim lessons for 6 years to infants through adults ranging from beginner to advanced swim levels. I've worked with children for 3 years as a lifeguard at a camp and while volunteering at an aftercare program. As drowning is the 3rd leading cause of unintentional death, I would love to share my passion of swimming to lower that rate while helping to teach and/or improve that skill of swimming :)
Clemence D.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi! My name is Clemence Derival, and I have been teaching swim lessons for 9 years to children ages 6 months-9 years old. I am a dedicated, patient, and extremely loving person. I moved here from New York just last September and I will be studying to be an LPN starting in August. I have been working in childcare for about 11 years. Swim instructing has become one of my many passions. I love helping children reach their goals and I love being a part of it.
Kandysee L.
Davie, Florida 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
I am Kandysee Leonard and I have been teaching swim lessons since 2017. I have taught ages 0 - 60, covering water safety survival skills to basic stroke development. Additionally, I am completing my doctorate in school psychology at the University of Florida which has equipped me with knowledge and experience of how to engage developmentally appropriate teaching strategies and approaches to maximize student success and progression.
Vivien B.
Davie, Florida 33328
Certification N/A
Hi! Im Vivien. Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2020, and Ive also been doing lifeguarding for around the same time. I have mostly worked with kids ages 1 and up. I love to swim and always try to be in the pool as much as possible. I also love to teach and do arts and crafts!
Angela C.
Cooper City, Florida 33328
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hello, my name is Angela! Ive been teaching students ages 6 months to adults for the past 6 years. I have a background in Swimming Biomechanics, but I teach all levels of swimming. From survival skills in the water (learning how to float) to the technique of every stroke at a high competitive level. I am very positive, smiley, and dedicated to making you excel and progress! Looking forward to working with you!
Diego S.
Sunrise, Florida 33351
Certification N/A
Hi! I'm Diego Silva, and I've been passionate about swimming since I was 4. I swam competitively from age 12 through university, including national and international tournaments. While earning my master's and doctorate at Texas Tech, I worked as a lifeguard and received the Red Cross Professional Responder Award for saving a swimmer's life. As a certified Water Safety Instructor, I've taught kids, adults, and students with special needs. My focus is on safety, confidence, and fun, tailoring each lesson to meet individual goalswhether it's basic skills, stroke refinement, or swim team prep. I'm excited to help you enjoy the water safely and confidently!
Ramses P.
Davie, Florida 33325
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Ramses Palma. I have been a swim instructor since February 2022, both independently and at private schools. Before that, I had always been an active swimmer on a team from elementary school all the way through high school, and I still enjoy going free diving in the open ocean. My goal as an instructor is to pass my experience in the water down to help kids become safe and confident swimmers while having fun.
Casey O.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hello, my name is Casey! I have 2+ years experience in swim lessons, primarily in ages 6 months to 6 years. I've worked with children for an additional 7+ years as babysitter, after school counselor and rehab aide. I have used these experiences to learn new skills, establish proper goal-setting and hone my skills of working and communicating with clients.I have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Business from Maryville University of St Louis and am currently a student pursuing a PT degree.
Nicole V.
Cooper City, FL 33328
Sunsational Certified Since 2014
I have always had a close attachment to water since I was a little girl. I began swimming on the infant pre-team called Mighty Marlins when I was 3 years old. I then competitively swam until 18. During this time I coached the 8 and under swimmers like I was once myself, and then worked privately with two 16 year old students. I also was a pool manager/lifeguard for about 4 years.
Paula L.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi. My name is Paula and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for over 20 years with ages 6 months old and up. I`ve also worked with children as a kids yoga teacher and with special needs students. I have been swimming my whole life and it is my passion to teach kids how to swim and survive.
marcie p.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi my name is Marcie and I've been teaching swimming lessons for the past 14 years. I was an aquatic director of a swim program with 100+ kids in the program from ages 6months-14yrs. I have my B.S degree with a concentration in physical education. I love teaching swimming lessons and water safety and making a difference in kids lives!
Maria L.
Hollywood, Florida 33021
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Maria! Your splash-loving swim coach! With over 17 years of experience teaching little swimmers, adaptive learners, and adults, I bring energy, patience, and a whole lot of fun to every lesson. Whether its building water confidence or perfecting strokes, Im here to make swimming safe, exciting, and unforgettable.
Raya M.
Davie, Florida 33325
Certification N/A
Hello! I have been a swim instructor for two years, working with students ages 6 months and up! I was also a lifeguard for ages 8-18 at a summer camp for 3 years! I have been a teacher since February 2020 for infants and toddlers. I love working with young children and have experience working with children with special needs. I taught my niece how to swim last year, and it was so much fun for both of us!
Maria V.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi! Im Maria and Im a bilingual swim teacher. I have experience teaching different kids, including kids with ADHD and autism, ranging from 10 months to 17 years old. My experience began in 2021 when I became a camp counselor at La Llanada in the same year completing my lifeguard certification. I also completed my WSI, which I used working as a lifeguard and instructor for the City of Boca Raton. I focus on achieving small goals to build confidence and prioritize safety and fun in lessons.
Gloria S.
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Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi my name is Gloria Squartino I've been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with ages 5 to adults. I am a certified level 2 swim coach with the American Swimming Coaches Association. I have been a volunteer coach for a swim team. I am also a certified Water Safety Instructor by the Red Cross. My love for swimming began 15 years ago with my children. I am a masters swimmer. Teaching water safety and swimming is my passion and I love it!
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We have answers. When is the best time for adults to start swim lessons?
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 Plantation, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.
Yes — adults can absolutely learn to swim at any age. Sunsational Swim School specializes in private, at-home adult swim lessons that meet you where you are, from complete beginner to stroke refinement. Our certified, background-checked instructors use a safety-first approach and one-on-one instruction to build confidence, comfort, and efficient technique.
Many adult learners see meaningful progress in just 4 to 12 lessons with regular practice. If you’re searching for “private swim instructor near me” or swim lessons in Plantation, our flexible scheduling, mobile swim instructors and personalized lesson plans make it easy to fit learning into your life.
While everyone learns at their own pace, we can give you a realistic timeline based on thousands of adult students. We see most beginners who take consistent private lessons in Plantation achieve these milestones:
- Within 1-3 lessons: Comfortably submerge their face, control their breathing, and perform a supported back float. The initial fear begins to fade.
- Within 4-8 lessons: Can swim a short distance (10-15 feet) unassisted using a basic freestyle or elementary backstroke. They can also safely recover to a standing position.
- Within 8-12 lessons: Develop the endurance and technique to swim the length of a typical backyard pool with confidence.
We understand that a real fear of water is not something you can just "get over." Our entire approach is built on trust and control. Here’s what it looks like:
You Are Always in Control: We start where you can comfortably stand, often on the pool steps. Your instructor will never push, splash, or rush you.
It Starts with Breathing: The very first skill your Sunsational instructor works with you is often breath control—learning to blow bubbles. This one simple action calms the nervous system and gives you a sense of command in the water.
We Demystify Floating: We explain the physics of why your body wants to float. We then guide you through it with full support, so you can feel the water holding you up without any risk. This is the "aha!" moment for most anxious swimmers.
One-on-one lessons are tailored to your objectives: water confidence, breath control, stroke mechanics, endurance, or open-water readiness. Safety skills such as floating, treading water, and emergency recovery are emphasized from day one. Your instructor will break complex skills into manageable drills, correct body position and timing, and add focused practice to accelerate improvement.
Our instructors are certified, background-checked, and CPR-trained, and lessons are delivered privately at your home pool for convenience. If you search “private swim instructor near me,” you’ll find Sunsational Swim School offers flexible lesson lengths and scheduling to match your lifestyle.
Your first lesson is all about comfort and confidence. Your instructor will assess your current ability, demonstrate proper breathing and floating techniques, and help you relax in the water. There’s no pressure to perform—just a calm, step-by-step introduction to swimming safely and efficiently.
Absolutely. Our advanced coaches teach the nuanced mechanics that define an efficient stroke. For freestyle, we move beyond the basics and focus on key areas of propulsion, like the high-elbow catch (early vertical forearm). We also offer advanced training for breaststroke, butterfly, backstroke, triathlon and more in our private at-home swim lesson programs available in Plantation.
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 Plantation, 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.