Toddler swim lessons inSan Diego Country Estates
Looking for the best private toddler swimming lessons near me? Itâs always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in San Diego Country Estates! 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 San Diego Country Estates.
What are survival float lessons?
San Diego Country Estates 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 San Diego Country Estates 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
San Diego Country Estates 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 San Diego Country Estates 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
70
/ 30 minutes
98
/ HOUR
BEST VALUE
12 lessons
75
/ 30 minutes
104
/ HOUR
MOST POPULAR
6 lessons
80
/ 30 minutes
110
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*60+ minute lessons can be divided into back-to-back lessons for multiple children
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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!
Knack Integro T.
Ramona, CA 92065
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
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Taffe N.
Escondido, CA 92025
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
HI! My name is Taffe. I have been teaching swimming for 25 years, all ages and levels. I have been a competitive swim coach and am a current lifeguard instructor. I currently work with teens but have years of nanny experience with younger children. I have a BA in History from WSCU '00 and a MS in Student Affairs from Colorado State '17. I love teaching swimming to ensure safety and allow others to enjoy the great benefits that our pools and beaches provide for fun, relaxation, and fitness.
Brittini G.
Alpine, CA 91901
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name is Brittini and I've been teaching swim lessons for about 3 years with ages ranging from 3-12. I've also worked with children for the last 12 years in several different capacities including: teacher, preschool teacher, coach, tutor, and behavior therapist. I have a Bachelors in Elementary Education and a Masters in Special Education. I also do have experience working with children with special needs in the water. I love watching kids learn and become more comfortable in the water.
Kailey P.
Lakeside, CA 92040
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hello, my name is Kailey and I have been teaching swim lessons for 7 years with ages 8 months to 16 years. I have also worked with infants, adults, and special needs students. Before I became a lifeguard and swim instructor I did Jr. Lifeguards at the beach and at the pool. I am currently a student at SDSU working toward a degree in Kinesiology. I love teaching swimming lessons because it is very rewarding to know that I am teaching kids a life-saving skill!
Patrick M.
San Diego, CA 92040
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
My name is Patrick and I've been a swim instructor for 6 months. I have taught children from 18 months to 25 years. I have experience with Autistic and children with CP. I love kids, and was a competitive swimmer for 15 years. I received my Bachelor's Degree from SDSU in 2014 in Interdisciplinary Studies. My favorite part of teaching swim lessons is watching the students develop and reach milestones in their swimming career. Seeing the joy on their face is the reason I love what I do.
Rex S.
Lakeside, CA 92040
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi, my name is Rex and I've taught swim lessons, lifeguarded for the past five years and I've coached two swim teams. I've worked with all age groups, from infants to adult age. I go to UCSD and I'm currently studying to become an engineer. I was on the swim and water polo team in high school and club teams in college. I love to teach swim lessons because I really like to help kids grow in their swim ability and become more confident in the water.
Georgianna R.
El cajon, CA 92021
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi my name is Georgi and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for 5 years with ages of 3-12 years old. I`ve been working with children for 8 years, babysitting or coaching water polo. I went to Grossmont College and got my associates and will be attending SDSU in the fall to get my bachelors degree in social work. I have been competitively swimming and playing water polo for 10 years. I think the most rewarding part of this process is watching the children`s confidence grow throughout the lessons.
Angelique V.
Lakeside, California 92040
Certification N/A
Hi. My name is Angelique Vibbard. Im a mother of three beautiful daughters (22, 18, 16). I think pool safety is very important, and Ive taught my girls all about pool safety and how to swim since they were infants. I used to be a preschool teacher for over ten years, and Im now a Special Education Teacher teaching mild/moderate students for a charter school in East County. I cant wait to help your child experience the joy of swimming by focusing on proper technique, water safety, and building confidence. Im certified in CPR/First Aid. The best moment for me is when a new swimmer realizes they can float, glide, or swim on their own.
Keith V.
Lakeside, California 92040
Certification N/A
Hello, my name is Keith Vibbard. I am a father of three daughters whom I have taught to swim, and we now enjoy time around the water, either at the pool or at the beach. I have also taught swim lessons as an instructor and lifeguard in high school and college since June 2021. My goal is to provide a safe and fun experience where your student can become comfortable and confident around the water so that they can enjoy a lifetime of swimming and aquatic activities.
Sommer M.
Santee, California 92071
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi Everyone! My name is Sommer. Im 32 years old and so excited to work with you and your children! During the school year, I am a 1st-5th grade Art/Drama specialty teacher at a Charter School. I was a varsity swimmer and water polo player throughout high school and still swim as part of my workout routine. I have taught swim lessons since September 2021 for children ages 2-14. I have a love for being active and always bring positive energy to my students. :)
Calie N.
Poway, California 92064
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Calie, and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020 for kids ages 2-12! I swam competitively on the Pacific Swim Team for over 10 years and am passionate about teaching kids! I have worked with kids since February 2020 through babysitting, summer camps, and as a respite caregiver. I have experience with kids with autism and Down syndrome. I am so excited to help all my students grow in and out of the water!
Johannah M.
San Diego, CA 92019
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Johannah Meyer and I've been teaching swim lessons for two year, ages from 1 to 12 and a swim coach for 3 years. I went to Granite Hills High School and currently attend Texas A&M majoring in engineering. I love teaching swimming because I swam competitively for 12 years and I love the sport and want to share the fun with little children!
Rosemarie M.
San Diego, CA 92027
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, I'm Rosemarie. I taught swimming for 3 yrs for Ed. Dept of W. Australia to ages 3.5-12 and as a PE teacher to ages 12-17. Also 1 season for a swim school in San Diego. I've worked with children for 30 years in the roles of K-12 PE teacher, substitute teacher swim teacher, ESL instructor, and tutor of math and reading. I earned my PE degree in W. Australia. I love teaching swimming because it's fun and rewarding to see kids become confident in the water and acquire the skills to swim.
Caroline M.
Escondido, CA 92027
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, I'm Caroline! I started teaching swim lessons in 2004. I also played water polo, swam competitively, and managed a city pool. I love to teach swimming lessons because it is such an important skill! My students have ranged from 2 years to adult. I have taught those who have feared the water and those who wanted to perfect their strokes. I also have experience working with autistic children. As a mother of young children, I believe water safety is the utmost importance!
Avalon B.
Rancho Bernardo, CA 92128
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi! My name is Avalon and I've been teaching swim lessons for 6 years. I have worked with all ages including children 6 months to adults as well as students with disabilities. Before teaching I was a lifeguard for two years. I am currently going to San Diego State to become a school teacher. I also have an AA degree from Palomar college in psychology. I love teaching swimming because I enjoy working with children.
Annette E.
San Diego, California 92129-1313
Certification N/A
Hi! I'm Miss Squid, I've been swimming for 15 years. I began swimming competitively in high school, and after HS I went on to teach all ages to swim. (3 months- 86 years old) I'm very passionate about pool safety and muscle memory. We face fears together! I believe in steady progression and hands on assistance. Until they are comfortable and ready for independent pool time. If you have any questions don't hesitate to reach out.
Mallory D.
El Cajon, CA 92019
Sunsational Certified Since 2021
Hi, my name is Mallory and I have been teaching swim lessons for the past two years with ages 2 all the way up to 7. I've also been a nanny for four years for infants, toddlers, and children. I also have experience with autistic children. I have taken a couple child development classes, and am very passionate about the growth of children. I love teaching swimming because it is so rewarding to see little kids master down swimming and learn a life survival skill, and also to enjoy swimming!
Allysa D.
Escondido, California 92025
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Ally Dudley! I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and was a Division 2 student-athlete on my college swim team for 4 years. I've swum competitively for over 14 years and have had the experience teaching swim lessons and coaching swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Outside of the pool, I enjoy weightlifting, going on hikes, and exploring new hobbies like thrifting, cooking, and photography. I'm passionate about helping kids build their confidence in the water and love seeing their progress as they learn and grow.
Evelyn S.
San Diego, California 92127
Certification N/A
Hello! Im Evelyn. I grew up swimming, lifeguarding, and teaching swim lessons! I use what I learned as a swim student as well as my instructor certification to cultivate a fun and safe swimming environment.
Natalia D.
San Diego, California 92129
Certification N/A
Im an experienced lifeguard/swim instructor with a background in teaching both group and private lessons for children and adults. I bring strong water safety knowledge and a passion for helping swimmers of all ages feel confident in the pool!
Katie H.
San Diego, CA 91941
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
My name is Katie Hammond. I am currently a student at Gonzaga University earning a business degree. I have experience as both a competitive swimmer and diver. I love teaching swim lessons and have been doing so for three years while also lifeguarding for four years. I have experience teaching both children and adults of all ages, specifically ages 1-5 yrs old and 10-13 yrs old. I am great when working with beginners, refining stroke technique for swim team and teaching water safety.
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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 San Diego Country Estates, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever youâre ready.
YesâSunsationalâs instructors in San Diego Country Estates 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 San Diego Country Estates 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 San Diego Country Estates 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 San Diego Country Estates 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 San Diego Country Estates, where many families enjoy backyard pools, community pools, beaches or beach days, home pool lessons, 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 San Diego Country Estates and nearby neighborhoods in San Diego County. 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 San Diego Country Estates, 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.