Private Swim Lessons inSan Bruno

Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in San Bruno! Our private swim lessons in San Bruno ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills

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Private swim lessons in San Bruno, CA

Bring your private swim lessons home with Sunsational Swim School

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 San Bruno area.

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Why our students and parents love us!

5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike

As a first time client, i was not sure what to expect but upon meeting Sheris, she is just the right instructor we're looking for. She had to teach 2 kids (6yr old and 4 yr old) and she knew exactly how to get them motivated to learn. Both of my girls are so comfortable now being in the water and learned so much from her. The swim guarantee program helped too. They're not in the same level but the little one is catching up to her big sis. Both are still learning, but a lot of progress has been made.

Maria A.

'Chris is the absolute BEST! He's worth every penny. He is so attentive and excellent with our daughter.' - Amelia L.

Amelia C.

'We had Jordan as our instructor. She was professional and patient while teaching my toddler. Had a good experience.' - Shiv K.

Shiv K.

'Eli has been an amazing instructor!! Her style is so adaptable with both of our kids, who are two different ages, abilities and temperaments. She is kind, fun, but gets then to learn and do things out of their comfort zone. Can't say enough great things about her!!' -Leslie W.

Leslie W.

We finished the last two lessons in our package with another instructor, Kristy, and she was incredible! My 2-year-old son is very shy and never let our previous instructor hold him in the water, but Kristy had him kicking and paddling back and forth while she held him by the end of our first 30-minute lesson with her. When she saw that my daughter was a strong swimmer she came back the next day with all kinds of fun tools and ways to help refine her strokes and improve her form. The improvement both my kids made over just two lessons was amazing, and Kristy was very kind and warm, too.

Elizabeth R.

Cassidy is patient and a great teacher. My three year old is getting closer to swimming every lesson.

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Steve h.

Coach Bryan was incredibly patient and engaging with my 22-month-old, helping him build confidence and learn essential swimming skills. He also gave me practical tips to keep practicing with him outside of lessons. He genuinely cared and has a great understanding of how to work with little ones. I’d highly recommend him to any parent.

Kate d.

Lara was super flexible with our schedule and our son had a great experience as well. My wife and I couldn't have been more satisfied with everything including the convenience of hosting a private swim lesson right in our backyard. The price was very reasonable, A+ and we hope to hook it again next summer.

Trish A.

Popular Swimming Lesson Programs

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 San Bruno 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:

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75%of children who drown were out of sight for five minutes or less
9 out of 10drowning deaths occur while an adult is present

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 San Bruno

Water safety comes first

Our private swimming lessons in San Bruno 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 San Bruno 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 San Bruno-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!

Members Of

Member of National Drowning Prevention AllianceMember of United States Swim School AssociationMembers of Female FoundersMember Stop Drowning Now

How it works?

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Shortly after registering, we'll introduce you to your hand-selected instructor, who will contact you to schedule lessons at a time and place that suits you.

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Dive in and start making waves! Our private swim lessons in San Bruno are designed to help you or your child gain confidence and reach your swimming goals quickly.

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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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More Sessions Needed Needed to see real progress

4000+ 5-Star Ratings from Happy Swimmers

Read Sunsational reviews from thousands of happy customers! Learn why families love our top-rated swim instructors and how we help students learn water safety and confidence in the water.

Maria A.

As a first time client, i was not sure what to expect but upon meeting Sheris, she is just the right instructor we're looking for. She had to teach 2 kids (6yr old and 4 yr old) and she knew exactly how to get them motivated to learn. Both of my girls are so comfortable now being in the water and learned so much from her. The swim guarantee program helped too. They're not in the same level but the little one is catching up to her big sis. Both are still learning, but a lot of progress has been made.

Amelia C.

'Chris is the absolute BEST! He's worth every penny. He is so attentive and excellent with our daughter.' - Amelia L.

Shiv K.

'We had Jordan as our instructor. She was professional and patient while teaching my toddler. Had a good experience.' - Shiv K.

Leslie W.

'Eli has been an amazing instructor!! Her style is so adaptable with both of our kids, who are two different ages, abilities and temperaments. She is kind, fun, but gets then to learn and do things out of their comfort zone. Can't say enough great things about her!!' -Leslie W.

Elizabeth R.

We finished the last two lessons in our package with another instructor, Kristy, and she was incredible! My 2-year-old son is very shy and never let our previous instructor hold him in the water, but Kristy had him kicking and paddling back and forth while she held him by the end of our first 30-minute lesson with her. When she saw that my daughter was a strong swimmer she came back the next day with all kinds of fun tools and ways to help refine her strokes and improve her form. The improvement both my kids made over just two lessons was amazing, and Kristy was very kind and warm, too.

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Steve h.

Cassidy is patient and a great teacher. My three year old is getting closer to swimming every lesson.

Kate d.

Coach Bryan was incredibly patient and engaging with my 22-month-old, helping him build confidence and learn essential swimming skills. He also gave me practical tips to keep practicing with him outside of lessons. He genuinely cared and has a great understanding of how to work with little ones. I’d highly recommend him to any parent.

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Trish A.

Lara was super flexible with our schedule and our son had a great experience as well. My wife and I couldn't have been more satisfied with everything including the convenience of hosting a private swim lesson right in our backyard. The price was very reasonable, A+ and we hope to hook it again next summer.

Featured swim instructors in San Bruno, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in San Bruno. 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!

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Kaylie M.

Pacifica, California 94044

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Kaylie, and Im a kindergarten teacher and certified swim instructor with a deep passion for helping children grow in confidenceboth in the classroom and in the water. I hold my California teaching credential and bring a patient, encouraging approach to every lesson. I played college water polo and swam competitively. I also spent many years as a lifeguard, where I developed a strong focus on water safety and prevention skills. I have worked with many neurodivergent students and tailor my lessons to meet each swimmers individual needs and learning styles. My goal is to create a safe, positive, and empowering environment where every swimmer feels confident, supported, and excited to learn.

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Juliana W.

Pacifica, CA 94044

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is Jules and I've been teaching swim lessons for 8 years with ages 3 months through 80 years old. I've also worked with children and adults for 5 years through the local Special Olympics team. I swam competitively for 10 years and played water polo for 5 years. I went to UC Davis and earned a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering in 2014. I love working with children and watching them succeed and become water safe.

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Sanam G.

Burlingame, California 94010

Certification N/A

Hi, Im a lifelong water lover with experience as a swim instructor, coach, lifeguard, and water polo coachI even still play Masters water polo for fun! Whether youre just getting comfortable in the water or training to improve your technique, Im here to help you reach your goals and have a great time doing it. I studied Exercise Science at Cal Poly and earned my Masters in Healthcare Administration from Columbia University.

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Sheris M.

Daly City, CA 94015

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi there! My name is Sheris! I've swam for over 10 years in a competitive swim team, and have 3 years of experience teaching swim lessons for children 3yrs. to adults. I've worked as an after-school elementary teacher and YMCA lifeguard. This year in 2023 I received my Bachelor's in Psychology at UC Berkeley. I love teaching because I enjoy motivating and seeing students improve in the water. It is so rewarding and I'm excited to work with amazing soon-to-be fishes in the water!

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Amber L.

San Francisco, CA 94112

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi there! I'm Amber and I LOVE teaching swim lessons. I've worked for two summers as a swim instructor and lifeguard for my city and I've also assisted swim classes for my college. I have taught private lessons for many years and it is such an encouragement to see my swimmers grow. Ages I have worked with include 6 mo's. to 25 years old. I have two major goals I aim to accomplish: for you and your swimmer(s) to be confident in and around the pool and to improve.Have a great swim!Amber

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Hana T.

Daly City, CA 94015

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name's Hana! I enjoy teaching people how to swim because it's a great life skill and it makes pool and beach days a lot more fun. I swam competitively on my high school and college swim team. I was also on my high school's water polo team for 3 years where I continued my love for water sports. I have been teaching swimming skills to the public for 7 years and I have worked with 2 to 40 year-olds.

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Michael G.

Daly City, CA 94014

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Mike and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for over 5 years with ages 2.5-82. I`ve also worked with children for 32 years as a wrestling coach and teacher. I went to UCLA and earned a BA in History in 1985 and USF Law School in 1989, where I earned a Juris-Doctorate. I love teaching swimming because it is an important survival skill.

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Sara C.

Daly City, CA 94015

Sunsational Certified Since 2021

Hello, my name is Sara and I have nearly 20 years of personal swimming experience as well as over 10 years of experience working with children. I have been a babysitter, nanny, camp counselor, after school care worker, and swim instructor. I have been teaching swim lessons for 3 years and am capable of teaching students of all ages and skill levels. I am passionate about swimming and my favorite part of teaching is seeing my students have fun and gain confidence in the water!

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Christa G.

San Francisco, California 94132

Certification N/A

Hello! I am a freshman at UC Berkeley with 2 years of professional swim instructor experience at the YMCA of San Francisco. I have a background in competitive swimming and 1.5 years of lifeguarding experience, meaning I prioritize water safety above all else when teaching lessons. Im eager to fill my time between college classes by teaching you how to swim. My goal is that through lessons with me, you will come to appreciate water safety while also having fun! What makes me a great teacher is my cheerfulness in the water, my flexibility with varying levels of skill, and my patience. I look forward to teaching you!

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Stanley P.

Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hello, my name is Stanley and I have taught water safety and swim lessons with ages from 3 to adults. I have worked with children since college as private tutor, skiing coach, outreach programs, and volunteers. I love teaching swimming because I love it when people learn new skill for life. Safety is number when it comes to water. So making friends with water is what I am best at introducing beginners. After that, anything is possible.

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Kim H.

San Francisco, CA 94114

Certification N/A

Kim has been teaching swimming for many years. She taught for 5 years at the YMCA. She spent 12 years as a competitive swimmer. She loves to teach beginners ages 4 and up. She also has experience with special needs students and helping more advanced students improve their efficiency in the water and ongoing enjoyment of swimming.

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Sasha S.

San Francisco, California 94107

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hey there! Im Sasha- I'm a swim instructor who's passionate about helping students feel comfortable and confident in the water, so they can free their inner fish. I used to live in Shanghai and worked at a preschool, so I'm passionate about bringing new experiences to curious learners. I have experience teaching all ages, including adults. In my free time, I love triathlons and stand up paddle boarding basically anything that involves being near the water! I'm excited to teach students the skills they need to be confident swimmers and teach skills to keep this hobby for life.

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Lian J.

San Francisco, California 94117

Certification N/A

Hi there! My name is Lian, and I am a Division 1 swimmer and rising junior at American University. I am a passionate athlete who loves helping others in the pool, whether it be fine-tuning their skills or simply becoming more comfortable in the water. My swimming experience of over 15 years has taught me all about the water and the sport, with expertise ranging from water safety to the smallest techniques that can drastically improve stroke and breath efficiency. I have been teaching kids and babies of all ages, including those with special needs and disabilities, since February 2022. If youre interested in starting or improving your journey as a swimmer, then I hope to see you in the pool!

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Dion O.

San Francisco, CA 94116

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is Dion and I've been teaching swim lessons for over 10 years. I've also worked with children for over 10 years as a tutor, swim coach, and after school camp counselor. I went to Arizona State University and earned a Bachelors degree in World History. I love teaching swimming because I like to improve my students progress and their individual development and skill level. I generally teach kids over 6 years old to adults.

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Kim H.

San Francisco, CA 94122

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Kim has been teaching swimming for many years. She taught for 5 years at the YMCA. She spent 12 years as a competitive swimmer. She loves to teach beginners ages 4 and up. She also has experience with special needs students and helping more advanced students improve their efficiency in the water and ongoing enjoyment of swimming.

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Bryan K.

Belmont, CA 94002

Sunsational Certified Since 2021

Hello, I am Coach Bryan Koester. I specialize in swimming development for all ages (6 months - 90 years) and levels (beginner to competitor). I've worked in the San Francisco Bay Area since January 2010 as a swim coach/instructor and lifeguard. I have helped hundreds of children and adults reach their swimming goals on many award-winning swim teams and swim schools, including disabled adults and children. I swam competitively in high school and still love swimming with my family and friends.

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Oliver M.

San Francisco, California 94122

Certification N/A

Hi, nice to meet you! My name is Oliver, and I have been doing both lifeguarding and swim instructing since February 2021. I have experience working with clients from the ages of 8 months to 45 years, as well as experience working with both kids and adults with special needs. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or specific requests!

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Emma R.

San Francisco, CA 94117

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hey there, I'm Emma! I was an elite-level swimmer for 16+ years and competed for both the University of Notre Dame and Team USA. I held the American Record in the 200-yard breaststroke from 2014-2016 and was NCAA Champ in that event in 2014. I have been teaching swimming and water safety to those aged 1 to 18 with all skill/ability levels for about 10 years now and absolutely love the moment when a skill "clicks" for someone. I love the water and I love passing on that love to others!

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Kara R.

San Francisco, CA 94122

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hello, my name is Kara and I've been teaching swim lessons for children of all ages. I was a competitive and recreational swimmer for 11 years, and I've also worked with children for about 6 years as a babysitter. I am currently in a collegiate nursing program and I will have my Bachelors of Science in Nursing by 2020. I love teaching swimming because it a vital skill for anyone to have, and commonly turns into a passion! I look forward to meeting you!

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Asha T.

San Francisco, California 94122

Certification N/A

Hello, Ive had over 15 years of experience working with children in the pool and the classroom. I have taught the full spectrum of ages and tend to be very hands-on with my guidance. I grew up swimming competitively and played water polo, so I can tailor the lessons to your needs.

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Megan W.

San Francisco, CA 94103

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

I'm Megan, I've been a swim instructor for 3+ years. I specialize in teaching swimmers of all ages proper stroke technique through swim drills and strategic sets. I've been a competitive swimmer for 22+ years and still actively train on a team. I'm confident working with people who are rehabilitating or have medical limitations. I love helping students overcome fears allowing them to gain confidence in the water. I have a BFA in strategy and design and enjoy making swimming a part of my life.

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We have answers. What makes private lessons better than group classes?

We are so confident in our private, one-on-one instruction that we offer a Learn-to-Swim Guarantee for all students ages 3 and up!* We guarantee your child will be able to resurface, turn around, swim back to the edge of the pool and grab the wall unassisted after they complete their Learn to Swim Guaranteed package. If your child completes their lesson package and hasn't achieved the agreed-upon milestones, we'll work with you to provide up to 4 additional lessons at no extra cost until they do. This program is our commitment to building a foundation of safety and confidence for your child in the water.

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 San Bruno, 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 San Bruno or across South Bay. 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 San Bruno, where backyard pools, community centers 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 San Bruno, 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.

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