Private Swim Lessons inPunta Gorda
Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Punta Gorda! Our private swim lessons in Punta Gorda ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills
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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 Punta Gorda area.
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across Punta Gorda.
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Popular Swimming Lesson Programs
Baby Swim Lessons
Your baby can begin to learn water safety skills—it’s never too early to start!
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Fun, safe lessons to help toddlers build confidence and basic swim skills.
SelectChild Swim Lessons
Our private classes can help your child achieve—and exceed—their swimming goals.
SelectTeenager Swim Lessons
Our one-on-one lessons help your teen pickup the basics of swim with comfortable guidance.
SelectAdult Swim Lessons
Our lessons help even the most reluctant adults to conquer their fears.
SelectSpecial Needs Swim Lessons
Our trained instructors can help students with autism, sensory challenges, ADHD, physical disabilities & more.
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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
Why are Punta Gorda 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 private swimming lessons in Punta Gorda
Water safety comes first
Our private swimming lessons in Punta Gorda teach essential water safety skills from day one. Our Sunsational Swim School instructors focus on helping swimmers learn how 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.
Personalized instruction for faster progress
Our experienced teachers make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths, because every student learns to swim differently. Sunsational’s classes in Punta Gorda utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so that kids and adults can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.
Top-rated Instructors
All Sunsational instructors are CPR/First Aid certified w/ minimum 2 years experience teaching baby lessons
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 Punta Gorda-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!
Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons
Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons
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Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back
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Featured swim instructors in Punta Gorda, FL
We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Punta Gorda. Every Sunsational swim teacher has a minimum of 2 years teaching experience, is 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.
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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!
Anthony H.
Punta Gorda, Florida 33983
Certification N/A
With over 15 years of competitive swimming experience and more than 10 years as a swim instructor, I bring a deep understanding of technique, discipline, and water safety to every lesson. I have worked with swimmers of all ages and skill levelsfrom first-time toddlers to advanced athletestailoring instruction to meet each individuals needs. My teaching style is patient, encouraging, and goal-oriented, with a strong emphasis on building confidence and fostering a love for swimming. CPR and First Aid certified, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment where every swimmer can thrive and succeed.
Marrissa-Anne L.
Lake Suzy, Florida 34269
Certification N/A
Hi! Im Marrissa. Ive lived in Florida my whole life. Ive grown up in and around the water. Swimming was, and still is, one of my favorite hobbies. Ive enjoyed working as a swim instructor, learning all kinds of skills and curricula to teach children of all ages. I believe that all kids should know how to swim from an early age, but we all need to start our swim journey somewhere, and I would be happy to help your little one with theirs.
Alanah L.
Cape Coral, FL 33993
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Alanah. I used to be a lifeguard for two years at the Cape Coral community pool, where I first started swim lessons. I`ve worked with kids from ages 2-12. I have experience teaching kids who have never been in the water before, to kids that just want to learn swim strokes. I love teaching swim lessons, because I get to work with kids and watch them grow as a swimmer. I am currently enrolled as a student at FSW, and used to be a competitive swimmer from middle to high school.
Courtney B.
Englewood, Florida 34224
Certification N/A
Hello, Im Courtney, and swimming is my favorite sport! I was on a swim team during my school years, and while in college, I began to teach swim lessons. Ive worked with children aged 3-12 in the pool (and teenagers in the classroom) as well as adults. I have a fun curriculum that will get your student excited to be in the water.
Gabriela R.
Cape Coral, Florida 33909
Certification N/A
Im excited to share my love of swimming with your child! I bring over four years of experience teaching swim lessons since February 2021. I strive to create a safe and fun environment where each swimmer can grow in confidence and skill. My background includes seven years of synchronized swimming and two years of water polo. Im also CPR certified, ensuring your childs safety is always my top priority. In addition to my swim instruction, Im a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and have worked with children with special needs since February 2021. This experience has equipped me with the patience, understanding, and communication skills needed to support all learners, including those who may benefit from extra encouragement or a tailored teaching approach.
Nicholas S.
Cape Coral, FL 33993
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Nicholas and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with ages 1 to 13. I have volunteered with kids with special needs during various events and have helped fearful beginners both years of lessons. I am a competitive swimmer and I love when I have been working with students for a while and seeing their progress and excitement for the sport.
Janice L.
Cape Coral, FL 33993
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, I'm Janice! I am a high school English teacher and have taught swimming since 1987 with students ages 6 months to adults. I worked for the YMCA and the University of West Florida as an instructor, lifeguard, trainer, Aquatics Director, and Family Services Director. I was a competitive swimmer and am experienced in stroke development. I also specialize in inclusion and adaptive aquatics for both children and adults with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Elizabeth K.
Fort Myers, Florida 33905
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, and my nickname is Ellie. I've been a swim instructor and lifeguard since February 2015, teaching ages 0 through 90. I have experience teaching water fitness classes and basic diving as well. I learned to swim when I was 3 and never stopped! In high school, I was on the swim team. My favorite event was the 200 IM. My absolute favorite stroke is the butterfly . By working closely with my clients and learning their goals and abilities, I am able to create personalized lesson plans. I hope to provide my clients with confidence in themselves, their aquatic abilities, and a renewed joy of swimming! Thank you so much for your consideration, and I hope to get the chance to work with you!
Sarah R.
Cape Coral, Florida 33990
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Immersed in swimming since I was 4 mths old & competing at age 6. My passion spans water sports, lifeguarding, & teaching water exercise, + swim lessons to all ages; from parent-baby classes to adults. Specializing in private, adaptive & stroke development since the 1990s. My experience includes roles at Milwaukee County Pools, MPS After School Program, HS swim manager & the YMCA's in WI. Additionally, I am a Registered Nurse, FF/EMT, & PADI Certified Scuba Diver. Let's learn & have fun together!
Jeremy N.
Cape Coral, FL 33914
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi, my name is Jeremy. I've been teaching swim lessons for 5 years, working with all ages from infants to adults. In addition to teaching water safety, I was also a swim and dive coach for 4 years and a preschool teacher for 2 where I received some experience with special needs children. I myself was a competitive swimmer for 11 years and am currently a triathlete. I love helping young swimmers reach new goals and getting beginners to overcome their fear of the water, all while having fun!
Rina L.
Cape Coral, Florida 33914
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Rina and I graduated from National College with an Associate Degree in Pharmacology. I am currently working towards my RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) board certification. I was a professional synchronized swimmer; I was part of my country's Cuban national team and I participated in the Central American Games where I finished as a runner-up. I worked for summer camps at the YMCA as a swimming instructor. I have experience with ages 12 months to adults. I hope I can teach children and adults to love the water as much as I do!
Christine s.
Venice, Florida 34293
Certification N/A
I have been passionate about swimming for as long as I can remember. As a competitive swimmer in my youth and early teens, I developed strong technique and a lifelong love for the water. In college, I worked as both a lifeguard and a swim instructor. For 23 years, I have had the privilege of coaching and volunteering with the Special Olympics swim team in Venice. This experience has taught me how to adapt instruction to each individuals needs and celebrate progress at every level from becoming comfortable in the water to refining strokes for competition. While I am new to offering private swim lessons, I am excited to begin this journey and share my love of swimming with others.
Laney B.
Cape Coral, Florida 33990
Certification N/A
I was a competitive swimmer for 11 years and competed regularly at state championship meets. I was a lifeguard for 7 years. For 3 of those years, I was a lifeguard manager. I was also a Red Cross lifeguard instructor. I have taught swim lessons for children ranging in age from 3 to 16 years old. My experience ranges from helping children become more comfortable in the water to teaching all 4 strokes to older children and more advanced swimmers. As someone who grew up in and around the water, water safety is very important to me. Your child's safety is my number one priority. I look forward to helping your child improve their swimming skills!
Anthony Sr. W.
Cape Coral, FL 33904
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hi, my name is Anthony, I've worked as a lifeguard Instructor with the Y.M.C.A. and managed a pool as a Swimming and Safety Instructor teaching swimming lessons for over 30 years. Ages ranging from infants to adults, special needs students, water aerobics, and remarkable results with fearful swimmers. I"ve recently acquired my Boating Education I.D. card from the (NASBLA) approved by the state of Florida. I love teaching swimming because I almost drowned and helping others to swim is my joy.
Paulette B.
Cape Coral, FL 33914
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
I`ve spent much of my life working with kids in the water and searching for warmer climates. I grew up in Minnesota and earned my B.S. in PE with a minor in Recreation & Aquatics at Mankato State University while teaching aquatic classes to put myself through school. After college, I taught middle school and high school PE and coached swimming in Missouri as I earned my M.S. in Athletic & Sports Business Administration. I am currently an elementary physical education teacher at a local school.
Stephanie M.
Fort Myers, Florida 33905
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
My name is Stephanie. I have been a swim instructor for 16 years. From infants starting at 6 months to adults, I have experienced teaching at every age. Whether you or your child is fearful of the water, learning water safety skills, stroke development, or interested in learning as an adult for your health, I am the instructor for you. My favorite part about teaching people to swim is finding something that they can relate the skills to and showing them how to have fun in the water.
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We have answers. What makes private lessons better than group classes?
Our pricing is transparent and based on the swim lesson package you choose. Packages are available in 6, 12 and 18 lessons with options for 30-minute, 60-minute or longer sessions for multiple students back-to-back. Every package includes a certified, background-checked instructor who comes to your home or preferred pool. Because lessons are private and personalized, you’ll see faster progress and greater value compared to group classes. Start a registration to build a package and see an exact, no-hassle price on options best for your goals and budget.
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 Punta Gorda, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.
Our core service is providing private, at-home swim lessons. Your trained instructor travels to your home pool, community pool or aquatic facility anywhere in Punta Gorda or across Southwest Florida. If you don't have a pool, our instructors are happy to meet you at any safe, local pool of your choosing. If using a facility pool, be sure to have authorization to have your Private Swim Lessons there.
Absolutely. Every Sunsational swim instructor is rigorously vetted with comprehensive background checks and is certified in CPR and first aid, and insured under our company insurance policy. Our instructors have a minimum of 2 seasons of teaching experience before being certified. Many also have specialized experience working with infants, toddlers, special needs learners, or adults overcoming fear of water. In Punta Gorda, where backyard pools, community pools, beaches make swimming skills essential, you can trust that your instructor is not only qualified but passionate about building water confidence and safety in every student.
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 Punta Gorda, 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.
We stand by the quality of our instructors and offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. While we are confident in our rigorous selection process (all instructors are background-checked and CPR-certified), we want you to have the perfect match. If you're not completely satisfied with your first lesson, just let us know, and we'll restart your lessons with a new instructor or refund your unused lessons, your choice.
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.