Teen Swim Lessons inPoint Loma
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Sunsational Swim School offers private teen swim lessons in Point Loma for beginner, intermediate, and competitive swimmers. If your teen hasnāt learned to swim yet,Ā private swim lessonsĀ are the best way to help them build this essential life skill quickly and confidently.
Water safetyĀ is a skill that should not be delayed. The sooner they start with aĀ private swim instructor, the better prepared theyāll be for pool parties, beach trips, or water parks.
Some teens may feel embarrassed about learning to swim. Thatās why private swim lessons are so effectiveāno audience, no pressure, just one-on-one guidance from a skilled instructor focused on helping your teen succeed.
Intermediate swim lessons for teens in Point Loma
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 aĀ private swim instructor, the better prepared theyāll be for pool parties, beach trips, or water parks.
Some teens may feel embarrassed about learning to swim. Thatās why private swim lessons are so effectiveāno 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 Point Loma
Water safety starts early
Our private swimming lessons in Point Loma teach essential water safety skills from day one. The āSunsational Swim Sequenceā teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.
Flexible scheduling for busy Point Loma families
You may have to squeeze into your swimsuit, but you donāt 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 swimmerās needs and strengths. Sunsationalās teen classes in Point Loma 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 Point Loma-area pool you chooseāin your neighborhood or your backyard!
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Teen lessons
The more lessons you buy, the more you save!
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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, Iāve 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 hadnāt yet had the opportunity to learn how to swim.
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Ruth S.
San Diego, California 92106
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
Hi, my name is Ruth and I have been teaching swim lessons for over 3 years to ages 2-75! I have taught all skill levels and have experience teaching children with special needs and fearful beginners. I have also worked as a nanny and special education teaching assistant. It is my goal to make swim lessons a fun experience where swimmers gain confidence, improve their skills, and learn how to be safe in and around water!
Corinne L.
San Diego, CA 92106
Certification N/A
Hi! Im Corinne. Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2021, working with children ages 1 to 15. I was also a competitive swimmer for 10 years and a lifeguard for five. In addition to teaching, I served as an Aquatic Director, where I oversaw lifeguards and designed swim lesson programs. I have five years of experience in childcare and am currently in my final year of earning my degree in Child Development. Im passionate about helping children grow both in and out of the water because water safety is essential, and the pool has always been my happy place!
Hannah T.
San Diego, California 92106
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Hannah! I am currently a senior at Point Loma Nazarene University, where I am working toward my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I swam competitively starting at 8 years old and through high school. I also love to surf and play water polo! I have been teaching swim lessons since March 2022 at the YMCA of the Desert. I have experience with ages 2 years through adults. I love teaching children to love the water as much as I do!
Stephen L.
San Diego, California 92107
Certification N/A
Hello! I'm Stephen, and I love everything to do with the water. Teaching kids to swim is one of the most beautiful things I get to do because the joy and health that becomes available to someone with confidence and safety abilities in water is priceless and incomparable. It is my joy to bring this forward as a swim instructor and teach swimming in a way that is intuitive, personalized, and oriented for long-term development in water safety, confidence, and fun. I have Red Cross certifications in CPR, lifeguarding, open water, and water safety. I have experience working with infants all the way up to senior citizens and everyone in between, in group and private settings. Let's hop in the pool together!
Kelly C.
San Diego, CA 92107
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hello everyone, my name is Kelly. I have been teaching swimming for 13 years, both privately and for teams. I have been swimming since I was 9 years. I swan in high school and played water polo through college at Ohio Stat University. I have taught all ages and I firmly believe everyone learns differently and in their own way. I have a great passion for swimming and everything water. I look forward to meeting and working with you.
Mark B.
San Diego, CA 92107
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hey there, my name is Mark and I love teaching people the joys swimming can bring. I was a competitive swimmer for over 10 years and have formally taught swim lessons for 4 years. I have taught functional swimming to children as young as 3 and stroke refinement to the college level. I love seeing my students progress and gain confidence in the water through safety centered lessons.
Robyn H.
San Diego, CA 92107
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hello,My name is Robyn and I have been teaching swim for about 5 years now. I have experience with children of all ages and would feel comfortable teaching adults as well. My experience with kids started as a babysitter at about age 14. I love working with children and watching them grow. I have since been a tutor, teacher's aid, and nanny for many years. I am now 28 years old and working on a nursing degree. Please let me know if you have any questions for me.
TOM R.
San Diego, CA 92110
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi, my name is Tom, and I've been teaching people swim lessons for 2 years. I work with all ages, but my specialty is with younger children (ages 2 ā 6), as I've worked as a substitute preschool teacher for the past sixteen years and have a good rapport with young children. I went to Cal Poly Humboldt and earned my bachelorās degree in Child Development. I love teaching swimming because Iām a fish out of water, and I love to introduce people to do this wonderful sport and activity.
Kylee P.
San Diego, California 92106
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Kylee! I have taught swim lessons since November 2019, half of that time being spent teaching in-home pools and community pools. While teaching, I was also a nanny for 5 years for 3 little boys! I have taught children as young as 4 months old to children 14 years old. I specialize in water safety skills and basic stroke technique. I have experience teaching group parent/baby classes, individual lessons, and semi-private lessons. I am a very patient person who works hard to make sure your child is comfortable in the water so that lessons are fun and educational! I am looking forward to making your child water safe!
Pauline S.
San Diego, California 92107
Certification N/A
Hi! I go by "P.J." I specialize in working with ages 2 and up, turning non-swimmers into happy little swimmers. It has been a few years since I last taught swim lessons, and I am thrilled I have this opportunity to be back in the pool. Teaching children to swim is the most rewarding job I have ever had! I am super excited about teaching young San Diegans how to have fun in the pool while also learning important skills to keep them safe in the water.
Jacquelyn C.
San Diego, CA 92110
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Jacquelyn Campbell and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages between 2-30. I've worked with children throughout my life though aiding in elementary school classes and assistive coaching. I am currently a senior at San Diego State University studying kinesiology- exercise science. By far the most important aspect of my individuality is my personal experience in swimming and my ability to connect to people and understand what they need to become a swimmer.
Mary H.
San Diego, CA 92107
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi, my name is Mary and my experiences include instructing swim lessons, coaching and being a lifeguard. I have taught infants through adults at all ability levels how to swim. I studied Biology at UCSD, where I swam on the Master's swim team. Other water activities I enjoy include ocean swimming, surfing, SCUBA diving and sprint triathlons. I am kind, patient and reassuring. I love teaching swimming, because it is rewarding to share my love of the water and water safety!
christina k.
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hello my name is Christina :) I have been teaching swim lessons for about 7 years and have worked with infants to 12 year olds. I've also worked with children for 7 + years as a babysitter, lifeguard, leading a small group, and working at a preschool . I am currently a senior at Point Loma Nazarene and earning a degree in Psychology / Child Development to advance my education with working with children.
Mia P.
San Diego, CA 92101
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi!! My name is Mia and I've been a swim instructor for 3 years and worked with children between 6 months and 13 years old! I've worked in classrooms, daycares, as a tutor, and a special educator for 7. I completed my Elem. and Special ed. degree through Grand Canyon University in AZ in April 2019. I love being a swim instructor because I get to see a child recognize their growth and ability to step out of their comfort zone when learning to be comfortable and capable in the water!!
Ivanna A.
San Diego, CA 92101
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi! My name is Ivanna and graduated from San Diego State University with a Master's of Science in Clinical Counseling & a double degree in Psychology and Child and Family Development. I swam competitively in high school, worked for summer camps at the YMCA Mission Valley as a swim and surf instructor, and a toddler teacher for KinderCare. As a well as a head swim coach for Special Olympics in San Diego. I hope I can teach children to love the water as much as I do!
Fiona B.
San Diego, CA 92103
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
ā¤ļø I've been teaching swimming for the last 27 years in different countries and still it's my passion! Water is one of the main elements to us and it's my pleasure to make the connection between people and this magical environment š I am a certified dental technician and graphic designer but I've got more fun with my scuba & freediving certifications š©µ Let's have a pleasant time while we are in the water and learn more about this relaxing skill š¬
Quintin M.
San Diego, CA 92101
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, I am instructor Quintin and I have been teaching swim lessons for about two years now. I've worked with skill levels from just beginning (afraid to get in the water) to working with more experienced swimmers who want to improve the efficiency of their stroke. I have been involved with the swimming community since I was a kid, for 8 years competing year-round with a swim club and then 3 years through high school on the varsity swim team. I would love to pass on what I have learned!
John W.
San Diego, California 92109
Certification N/A
Hello! I am a rising junior in college at the University of San Diego, CA, but Ive lived north of Pittsburgh my whole life. I have been a lifeguard since June 2021, and last summer I was the assistant pool manager at Shannopin Country Club. Before that, I worked at Butler Country Club for 3 years and I am an active member there now. Ive consistently been doing swim lessons since October 2021 and mostly teach children aged 2-12. I am very patient and love to try to make your child/you as comfortable as possible. Please let me know your goals for your swim lessons, and I cant wait to work with you!
Gabriella R.
San Diego, CA 92101
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Gabriella! Apart from being a swim instructor, I've also worked as a surf instructor (I have been surfing for 16 years), a babysitter and English teacher. I graduated with a degree in Dentistry from Brazil. I love teaching swimming because of my passion for kids and the water. I love being outdoors and believe that no matter how fun swimming can be and how much of an important life skill it is to have, safety always comes first!
Andrey T.
San Diego, CA 92109
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hello, my name is Andrey. I am a professional swimmer and have swam for 20 years. I am 26 years old and I placed 5th in the country on NCAA 2013. For my swimming coach career I have had more than 1000 clients who swam with me. I also speak fluent English and Russian.
Kord A.
San Diego, CA 92109
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Kord and I have taught swimming lessons for 10 years with children ages 3-10 years old. I am a certified Behavioral Therapist from Hofstra University, in NY, who has worked with typical and special needs children for more than 20 years. I am an author of children's books and work with parents, parent training, to improve children's behaviors and confidence through Kord's Kidz. I love working with children and helping them find their natural god given talents.
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We make scheduling easy. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend lessons are avaialble 6AM-8PM to fit your familyās 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 Point Loma, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever youāre 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 teenās goalsāwhether learning to swim for safety, fitness, or school requirements. In Point Loma, where backyard pools, community 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 Point Loma 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 Point Loma see significant confidence and skill development within 8ā12 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 needsāno 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 teenās 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, community pools, beaches, beach days, home pool lessons and all the great activities to enjoy in Point Loma.