Private Swim Lessons inSan Marcos
Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in San Marcos! Our private swim lessons in San Marcos 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 San Marcos area.
Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across San Marcos.
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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 San Marcos 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 San Marcos
Water safety comes first
Our private swimming lessons in San Marcos 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 Marcos 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 Marcos-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!
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Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons
Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons
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Featured swim instructors in San Marcos, TX
We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in San Marcos. 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!
Garrison N.
San Marcos, TX 78666
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name is Garrison and I've been a swim coach for the last 4 years and competitive swimmer for the last 14. This is my first summer not coaching but I still want to teach swim! I've mainly worked with kids ages 4+ but I'm open to any kids. I'm currently attending Texas State University and working on a Geography degree with a focus in resource and environmental studies.
Emily S.
San Marcos, TX 78666
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi! My name is Emily Sledge and I've been teaching swimming lessons for a year helping children ages 3 to adults become comfortable with the water and swim independently. I've loved working with children for the past 5 years as a babysitter and nanny to many different families. I go to Texas State University and will be a junior in the fall, majoring in Family and Child Development. I adore teaching children to swim because it will potentially save their life one day and is extremely fun.
Rowdy B.
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Certification N/A
My dad made it a point to make sure I could swim, and from a young age, got me comfortable in the Fro River close by in the TX Hill Country. At the age of 5, I joined my neighborhood swim team in San Antonio, officially beginning my competitive swimming career since July 2011. From ages 14 to 18, I swam high school practices in the morning and club practices in the evening. In the last few years on my summer league team, I was tasked with helping the young ones get comfortable in the water and learn how to swim. I look forward to sharing my love for the water and passing on this vital skill to the next generation of swimmers.
Caitlin C.
San Marcos, TX 78666
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Caitlin and I've been teaching swim lessons for 5 years with ages 6 months to 54 years. I swam competitively for 10 years, and coached a swim team for a bit. I am currently a student at Texas State University majoring in Recreation Administration. I love teaching swim lessons because aquatics has had such a positive impact on my life I love to give that gift to others.
Peyton C.
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Certification N/A
Hey future swimmers! Im Peyton Cantrell, a junior at Texas State University, where Im studying psychology. Ive been swimming my whole life and have been coaching the Bellaire Barracudas since February 2022. I also taught swim lessons last summer and loved watching the kids grow their skills in the water. When Im not coaching, I play lacrosse here at Texas State. Im really excited to keep teaching and help you all improve in your swim journey!
Kailey T.
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Kailey, and Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2019. For the past 3 years, Ive specialized in working with infants and toddlers, helping them build water comfort and safety from the very beginning. I love creating a fun, positive environment where kids feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Im comfortable teaching all levelsfrom babies just getting started to competitive swimmers looking to refine their technique. Whether your child needs help mastering the basics or wants to improve their strokes for the swim team, Id love the chance to work with your family!
Madison P.
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Certification N/A
Hi! I am a current student at Texas State; my major is Computer Information Systems. I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since February 2022 and have loved every year. I have experience with special needs children, including teaching children with special needs to swim. I hope to teach children to love the water as much as I do!
Lauren D.
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Certification N/A
Hi, Im Lauren! Ive been teaching water safety to children of all ages since February 2022. I aim to spread the importance of water safety while having fun at the same time! I make lesson plans unique to each student and full of encouragement so every splash feels like a win!
Hector S.
San Marcos, TX 78666
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi, my name is Hector Sanchez and I've been a swim instructor for 3 years. I have worked with kids starting from 5 years of age up to their teenage years. I also have experience instructing adults and seniors how to swim. I have 5 years of competitive swimming experience and 4 years of lifeguarding/managing pools. I am a senior at Texas State University and hope to go to Graduate School next year. I look forward to sharing my experience and passion about swimming.
Issabella M.
San Marcos, TX 78666
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
My name is Issabella and I have been teaching students how to swim for 3 years! I have taught all ages and skill levels from toddlers to adults. I have been on multiple swim teams. I swam competitively in Japan when I studied abroad and we taught to young children how to swim. I love teaching people how to swim because swimming changed my life and I believe that I could make a difference in other people's lives by teaching them! I am very excited to motivate and share my passion of swimming.
Tyler E.
Kyle, Texas 78640
Certification N/A
Hello, my name is Tyler. I have been teaching lessons since February 2015 with students ranging from 6 months old to 62 years old! I specialize in adult swim lessons but will never back down from any student who wants to learn to swim!
Katherine A.
Kyle, TX 78640
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hello, my name is Katherine and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years from infants to adults. I've taught children with special needs, catering to their specific requirements while having limitless fun in the water. Alongside having been a competitive swimmer, I have also been an assistant swim coach to primary and secondary schooled-age students. In addition, I've worked with children for 7 years as a Sunday School teacher, babysitter, and lifeguard.
Kelsey M.
kyle, Texas 78640
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I have been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with ages ranging from 2 years old up to adults! I also have worked as a nanny and as an assistant site director in an after-school program. I also have a lot of aquatic experience I was a lead lifeguard at Kalahari, I worked there for 2 years. Im currently studying at ACC for an OT career. I love teaching swimming lessons because I like kids and swimming is one of my passions. Im super excited to teach your kiddos!
Ella H.
Kyle, Texas 78640
Certification N/A
I am from Kyle, Texas, and I am attending the University of the Incarnate Word to earn my bachelor's degree in both Education and Kinesiology, with a minor in Special Education as well as Literacy. I am CPR and AED certified. I have worked with kids and families and taught them about water safety and how to swim while at the YMCA. I also watched over the pool and kept it clean and safe. Before I started working for the YMCA, I helped out and taught kids how to swim through private lessons and coached them. I swam competitively from February 2007 to June 2021 with the Hays Swim Club and at Hays High School.
Frances G.
Uhland, TX 78640
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hello, my name is Frances Geiger and I've been teaching swimming at various levels for over 20 years. I've worked with all ages from 2 years to 60 years. I've also worked with children as a tutor for Sylvan Learning Center. I am currently a upper level math teacher for a high school in San Marcos. I went to school at UT Austin and earned a degree in mathematics. I love to teach swimming to all ages because I feel like anyone can be a good swimmer and everyone should at least know how to swim.
Cristina M.
Kyle, Texas 78640
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
My name is Cristina and I recently retired from my position as a Professional Swimming Coach (ages 2 to 18 years) for a USA city team. I have over 20 years of experience teaching swimming. I have taught kids how to swim as young as 10 months and I have experience working with children with special needs. Teaching and working with kids and their families is a passion in my life, as I grew up swimming from a very young age and competitively swam in my younger adult life.
Rebecca G.
Kyle, TX 78640
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
My name is Becky and I am a fun swim instructor. I've been teaching and coaching all ages since 1991. My lessons are always enjoyable and lifelong water safety is my top priority. I have a concentration on technique. My methods and "box of tricks" are tried-and-true and sure to be effective for all ages and skill levels. I'm known for being patient, kind and understanding with fearful swimmers. I have a passion for swimming and I can't wait to share it with you and your family!
Terra B.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi, my name is Terra! I have been teaching swim lessons to preschool to adults. I have also worked with kids with babysitting. I am currently enrolled at Blinn College and am studying to be in Law Enforcment. I love being a swim instructor because it is important for kids to know safety, while being in and around water. I have been a lifeguard for 4 years. I have seen kids have fun in the water and I think it is great for all kids to know how to swim!
Ashli S.
New Braunfels, Texas 78130-4071
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
I was a lifeguard for 4 years at Schlitterbahn New Braunfels and I was a lifeguard at Das Rec in New Braunfels. I was on a swim team. I treat my students very well and treat them when I can. I also motivate and keep the atmosphere super positive even when the lesson isnt going the way it should.
Ana C.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Ana and I have been teaching swim lessons for 10 years with ages 6m to 8 years. I have also worked with children for 16 years as a PreK teacher and Spanish tutor, I went to school in Mexico City in Business ( Universidad Iberoamericana ), I moved to Texas in 2007 and got my teaching certification . I was part of the swimming team in high school .
Mara L.
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hello! My name is Mara and I have been teaching swim lessons for six years with a variety of ages from 2 years old all the way up to 40 years old. I have also worked as a lifeguard for three years and an infant care teacher at a daycare for three years. I graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in 2017 and I am currently a Special Education teacher. I love teaching swim lessons because I love showing people how to be safe but also have fun while 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 San Marcos, 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 Marcos or across Central Texas. 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 Marcos, where backyard pools, community pools, rivers 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 Marcos, 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.