Toddler swim lessons inRialto
Looking for the best private toddler swimming lessons near me? Itâs always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Rialto! 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 Rialto.
What are survival float lessons?
Rialto 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 Rialto 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
Rialto 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 Rialto 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
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12 lessons
71
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6 lessons
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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!
Jennifer N.
San Bernardino, California 92411
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
I'm Ms. Jenny. Teaching people to swim is my passion. I have been teaching swimming for more than 10 years. I have experience in teaching toddlers, autistic children, and adults. I teach mommy and me classes, water therapy, and water aerobics and have coached children in swimming competitions. I am CPR certified. I do like family to be involved to show what I am teaching and why so students can practice with family. I look forward to meeting with you.
Spencer C.
Rialto, California 92377
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Spencer, and I graduated from UCSD and am currently working on my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have experience swimming competitively and teaching lessons. I began swimming competitively when I was twelve until I graduated from high school. I have also taught swim lessons for students aged 4 months to adults since February 2021. My goal is to teach children to be safe and confident in the water.
Gabriela H.
Rialto, California 92377
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi Im Gabriela, I have instructed swimmers for three years! Ive taught from infants to adults so I can work with anyone. My goal for my swimmers to learn the basic survival skills in the water, feel confident, comfortable, and to learn they can still have fun in the water!
Christian A.
Bloomington, CA 92316
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Christian and I've been teaching swim lessons for 4 of years with ages 6 to adult. I've also worked with children for 5 of years as a children's action tour in the OBX I've also babysat for many friends and family over the years.I love teaching swimming because i belong in the water and id love to give anyone the confidence the swim and feel safe in pools, its a great time and a great part of life.
Moises R.
Fontana, California 92336
Certification N/A
With over 10 years of experience in the water and a background in competitive swimming for two respected clubs, swimming has been a major part of my life. I started at a young age and quickly developed a passion that led me to compete, train, and eventually teach. As an instructor, I combine my knowledge from years of competition with a patient and encouraging teaching style. My goal is to help swimmers of all levels feel confident, stay safe, and reach their full potential in the water. Whether youre learning to swim for the first time or refining your technique, Im here to guide you every step of the way.
Tara P.
San Bernardino, CA 92405
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi! I've been teaching swim lessons for 15 years, ages 5 months -75 years old! I try to provide the most fun and safe atmosphere so the swimmer feels as relaxed as possible. This allows swimming to come more naturally and erases previous fears they may have had in the water. I've been swimming since age 3 years old and swam competitively in high school. I have a teaching credential and MA in Education from APU. I also tutor special needs kids and mentor high school students. See you soon!
Loretta M.
San Bernadino, CA 92405
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, I'm Loretta and I am a lifeguard and swim instructor of five years. I absolutely love it!! My passion for water-safety started after losing a loved one to drowning. I have committed myself to help bridge the gap in water safety awareness! I have been in education for 10 years. I love working with youth and being a role model and point of inspiration for all. I also have experience with special needs students. I look forward to working with your family- timid and shy to brave!!
Alexandra C.
Colton, CA 92324
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hello, I am an energetic and loving person that enjoys teaching and being around children. I have a lot of experience in childcare and teaching swimming. I have worked as a swim instructor and lifeguard in the recent years. I attended Southern Adventist University and received a degree in Business Administration. I love teaching swimming, because it gives me a sense of pride to see children learn a new life skill!
Nicole B.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
My name is Nicole. I have been swimming since I was 7 and swam competitively through college. I have taught swim lessons for 15 years with experience teaching all ages from infants to adults. I have over 15 years of experience working with children as a tutor, lifeguard, and former special ed. teacher. I am currently pursing a doctorate in clinical psychology. I love swimming and believe that everyone should feel safe in the water and be able to have fun while improving their swimming ability!
Gilberto M.
San Bernardino, California 92404
Certification N/A
Hello, my name is Gilberto Macancela Jr. Im a dedicated pre-medical student with a focus on cardiology. Im hardworking, motivated, and passionate about teaching. I believe Im a strong fit for this role because I not only help students overcome their fear of the water but also empower them with the skills to move through it confidently. I make it a priority to involve parents by teaching them the fundamentals of each lesson so they can reinforce the skills through repetitionensuring long-lasting success for the child.
wendy m.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi my name is Wendy and I have been teaching Swim lessons for three years now. I have taught all ages of people from babies to adults including children with special needs and have worked with all different skill levels in the pool. I played water polo for 8 years and have been a competitive swimmer for 13 years! I just graduated in April from the University of Redlands with a degree in psychology. I look forward to teaching you some new skills in the pool!
Lissa D.
Riverside, CA 92507
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hello, my name is Lissa! I recently graduated from UC Riverside with a degree in Philosophy and am taking a gap year before heading to graduate school. I've been swimming since I was four years old, volunteering to teach swimming since I was in high school, and formally teaching swimming lessons since college. I am experienced working with students from ages 18 months to over 40 years old. I love educating people about important water safety skills and I find teaching swimming super fun!
Allen H.
Rancho Cucamonga, California 91739
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Dedicated kids swimming coach with over 5 years of experience teaching young swimmers ages 1-adults. Committed to creating a positive and enjoyable learning environment while developing foundational swimming skills and building confidence in children. Believes in making swimming fun and accessible for kids while focusing on safety and gradual skill development. Aims to instill a lifelong love of swimming and ensure each child feels valued and confident. Thank you
Kimberley D.
Riverside, CA 92507
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
My name is Kimberley Do and I have been teaching swim lessons for 2 years from the ages 3 to 15. I am currently a second-year Ethnic Studies major at the University of California, Riverside. I have always enjoyed being in the water ever since I was a kid and that influenced me to become a professional swimmer for 8 years. Now, I love being able to teach young kids how to swim and enjoy being in the water as much as I do!
Cecil C.
Riverside, CA 92507
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hello! My name is Cecil Craig, I've been teaching swim lessons for 5 years now with the ages of 2+. When I'm not teaching swim lessons I tutor various different subjects with all ages or conducting research. I have a BA from LSU in archaeology. I have always loved swimming and being in the water so my favorite thing about teaching swim lessons is being able to share that joy with others.
Haojun N.
Riverside, California 92507
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Jack! I have been involved in water polo since February 2015, and I am a National First Level Water Polo Athlete in China. I know how to swim and swim well! Cant wait to see you out there in the pool!
Chloe C.
Riverside, California 92507
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Chloe and Ive been teaching swim lessons since March 2019! Ive worked with kids as young as 2 years all the way up to adults. I swam competitively for 12 years and am also a certified lifeguard. Im happy to work with all skill levels, whether your goal is water safety or to learn the competitive strokes!
Ashton L.
Riverside, California 92507
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Ashton. I am a current student at the University of California, Riverside. I am currently working for my BA and aim to get into the Doctorate program of Physical Therapy. I have been teaching kids as young as 3 years old to adults who wish to learn how to swim since September 2021 during my time as a swim instructor and lifeguard at the YMCA of San Francisco and the East Bay area. Aside from my professional experience, I have been swimming since I was 6 and did competitive swimming as well as water polo in high school. I hope to create the environment and space for your kids to enjoy the water as much as I do!
John D.
Riverside, CA 92507
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
John Dalton-Ballard- Swim Instructor since 2015- Lifeguard for 7 years straight - Camp counselor for 2 years (2 month long camps)- Graduated from the University of California, Riverside with Cum Laude Bachelor's of Science in Psychology - 2 years of undergraduate research in children's cognitive development- I have extensive experience working with children and adults, including children with simple to complex disabilities. - (707) 478-6720- jdalt002@ucr.edu
Aidan M.
Riverside, California 92506
Certification N/A
I started swimming extremely young and have always loved the water because my grandparents always had a backyard pool. I had pool parties, took swim lessons, and would just swim for fun whenever I could. I got a job as a lifeguard and then a swim instructor when I was 16 and have done that ever since! I love my work and I love working with kids and ensuring everyone is safe and comfortable in the water. Ive also been a dancer since childhood and a dance teacher for K-12 ages for a couple of years, giving me extra experience with extra active kids. I love working with all ages, including adults, and am committed to helping anyone who wants to swim or at least just be comfortable in the water get started since March 2021.
Richard C.
Crestline, CA 92325
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
My name is Rick Clark. Ive been involved in aquatics for over 40 years ranging from being a competitive swimmer/waterpolo player to being an instructor and coach as well as a referee. I previous worked as a lake lifeguard where I worked on and around boats as well. I teach toddlers all the way up to adults and have a lifelong love for aquatics.
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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 Rialto, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever youâre ready.
YesâSunsationalâs instructors in Rialto 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 Rialto 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 Rialto 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 Rialto 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 Rialto, where many families enjoy backyard pools, community centers or home pool days, desert heat relief, 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 Rialto and nearby neighborhoods in Inland Empire. 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 Rialto, 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.