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Your baby’s first splash should be fun – not stressful. But with drowning being the leading cause of death for young children under the age of five, including babies, water safety isn’t optional – it’s essential. That’s where our top-rated, experienced instructors come in.

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Our Scottsdale swim lessons help your little one progress from their first splashes to advanced safety skills using gentle, proven techniques like songs, games, and guided movements, our instructors teach your baby to:

We call this the Sunsational Safety Sequence. We even offer parent-and-baby lessons to ease you both into the water together.

Studies show that formal swim lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88%, making our swim school a crucial part of family safety. This is especially true if you have a home pool, as over 72% of pool drownings occur at home.

Give your baby a head start on safety and building confidence in the water!

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5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike

I have had a great experience with Sunsational Swim School! They were very accommodating with our families schedule! IOur Instructor Brianne is amazing with my three year old daughter! She is professional, on time, and positive! My daughter looks forward to swim lessons with her!

Jennifer S.

Madisen was a fantastic teacher for our 2 and 3 year old boys; their progress was amazing! We feel so much safer around the water and their confidence has made being in pool so fun. They can’t wait to show us what they learned. I would love to have her come back next year. - Tracy Rhoades

Tracy R.

Kaitlin is an amazing swim instructor for my 1.5-year-old daughter, Mia. She's flexible, fun, compassionate, and funny. Thanks to Kaitlin, Mia loves her swim lessons.

Emily W.

We live in Arizona and had the pleasure of having Gloria. She was so patient and kind with our son! He has improved so much with his confidence in water. Having someone come to our own backyard to teach was a bonus! Definitely recommend Sunsational Swim school!

Jeannette E.

Just wanted to drop a line to tell you just how pleased I am with the progress my 18 month old granddaughter, Macie, has made in the swimming lessons. Her teacher, Gina, has been absolutely wonderful. She is so upbeat and patient, even when Macie has been grumpy. She has always been able to get Macie in the mood for swimming! Gina is friendly and professional; and I now count her among my friends. Thank you, Gina, for a job well done!

Nicole B.

Kristin was amazing and so patient with our little one! Our toddler learned so much and is confident in the water. We absolutely love her!

Sandra P.

Grace, our instructor was so amazing and patient with our two year old and really taught good technique in swimming. We were very pleased.

Caitlin T.

Grace was great! She was so patient and worked wonderfully with my son. So happy with Grace and can’t wait to continue working with her!

Ameena A.

Shelby has been wonderful! She is very patient with my daughter and has made this experience really nice and stress-free! I would highly recommend her!

Torie V.

We had a wonderful experience with Leslie as my son’s swim instructor. She was incredibly attentive, always focused on his comfort and progress in the water. I appreciated how flexible she was with her schedule, making it easy for us to fit lessons into our busy routine. Leslie brought a calm, patient energy that really helped build my son’s confidence in the pool. We’re so grateful for her care and dedication — highly recommend her to any parent looking for a thoughtful and reliable swim instructor!

Julie B.

We have been super impressed with Meghan. Our girls have taken to her so well and have already learned so much within just three lessons. We will definitely recommend her to our friends.

Lindsay D.

Thank you for connecting us with such a great instructor! Terry has been absolutely wonderful. She is fun, very kind and my 6-month old has a ball with her! I can't wait to see my daughter progress with more lessons. - Genna Majuta

genna k.

'Flo is the best instructor ever!!! He is so patient and kind in working with my daughter. You can tell he truly loves what he does and has a passion for helping kids succeed. I would highly recommend Flo and Sunsational Swim School to anyone!' - Kelsey A.

Kelsey A.

This has been a great experience from the beginning. Jessica is amazing, and my one year old is now well on her way to being able to swim for herself. We are very happy with the progress. Jessica has a boat load of patience, is always on time, and very professional.

David P.

Kristin has been amazing with our daughter! We tried other instructors and saw a difference in our daughter's skills and confidence even after the first lesson! Would highly recommend Kristin!

Erica G.

We are only three lessons in toddler swim lessons. Our main goal is to get her comfortable in the pool and water, Christa is the most kind, patient instructor we could imagine. My toddler was in tears the majority first lesson, but Christa was patient and so great with her. Having our daughter learn in an environment she is comfortable with has been wonderful, I would highly recommend Christa and Sunsational to anyone.

Shanna L.

Janelle is our teacher to Elliot who is a 2 year old boy. She is AMAZING! She is super fun and he is so comfortable with her. He has learned so much already and floats on his own. She also teaches Elliot to ALWAYS ask before getting in the pool and now he will do the same with us when we are getting ready to go swimming. Thanks Janelle for taking great care of our Elliot.

melissa a.

Kate was an awesome swim instructor! Super patient, kind, and great at encouraging our 2 year old

Erica B.

Calli has been great with our 2.5 year old! Easy to communicate and schedule. Our son is progressing well so far!

Jennifer G.

Madisyn is great takes her time with my son and is always in a great mood when teaching. We did lessons in our pool so our son could learn safety swimming. We’ve noticed such a difference in our 1 year old. Thank you! - Patricia Colin

Patricia C.

'Jordan was wonderful! My sons loved her and really learned a lot in 12 sessions. I would definitely recommend her to other parents looking to get their babies water safe for the summer. Thanks Jordan and Sunsational Swim School!' - Dana V.

Dana V.

Taylor is a wonderful instructor!! She is so patient with my toddler. I'm very impressed with the skills my daughter has gained in such a short time! - Monica Halliday

Monica H.

'Abby was always excited and positive while taking good care of our little baby girl. Highly recommend!' Mike Roberts

Mike R.

Larisa is amazing! She is so patient and fun with our babies, and great about communicating with us parents. - Kelsey Vaughn

Kelsey V.

'Julia our swim instructor is really great with our toddler! She makes him feel super comfortable in the water!' Noelle B.

Noelle B.

This process was so easy. Easy to communicate my needs, easy to schedule and Breanna our instructor is so great. So patient with my kiddos, and is always switching it up to get the kids in the water and having fun without thinking about actually learning to swim. - Brittany C

Brittany C.

First and most importantly, my son could not swim at all and now he can. His kicks and strokes are unbeliebanle. He can pull himself to safety. Now he wants to swim every day. Summer is an amazing instructor - absolutely first rare. She's easy to deal with, kind, patient, and clearly knows what she's doing.

Hannah L.

We have been doing swim lessons with Amber for a couple of months now and she is amazing. My nephew is 8 and improved his skills and abilities swimming by leaps and bounds. My 2 1/2 year old has come along way with getting more comfortable with the water. Blowing bubbles, going under water, kicking his legs, floating on his back and monkey crawling. She is great with both ages and I’d highly recommend her.

Elizabeth W.

Hannah L.

We are so happy with our experience w/ sunsational swim school and Ms. Jenny! Ms. Jenny is an incredible instructor and works so well with our twins. They’re complete opposites and Ms. Jenny is able to change up strategies with what each child needs. She is so patient and handles the toddlers occasional screaming amazingly. Ms. Jenny also helps my husband and myself with what we can do ourselves to help our girls be as water safe as possible. Ms. Jenny is so kind and informative and works with us. Would recommend to anyone looking for swim lessons.

Brooke M.

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When can babies start swim lessons?

From backyard pools to sun-drenched beach days, water is everywhere, but is your baby ready? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends reducing the risk of accidental drowning by starting swim lessons as early as six months to start building essential water safety skills.

A lifetime of water adventures is such a precious gift for your child. But the foundation of that gift needs to be child water safety skills. Start early, stay safe!

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WE FIT YOUR SCHEDULE

When you have a baby swimming lesson with Sunsational you get to choose a lesson time that works for you. You can even book more than one student back to back, so all your kids can have lessons at the same time.

QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS

Sunsational works with independent swim instructors who have experience teaching swim lessons. Instructors go through a vetting process that includes background checks and experience working with children. All instructors maintain current CPR certification.

WE COMETO YOU

Don’t worry about running your kids all over town to attend infant swimming lessons, because our instructors can come straight to your door. If you don’t have a pool, we can use your nearest community pool!

WE CARE ABOUT WATER SAFETY

After years of offering swimming lessons for babies, we understand that building water safety skills is an important part of learning to swim. Instructors focus on helping students develop these skills through guided play, repetition, and positive experiences to build foundational swimming skills.

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We're so confident in the quality of our swim instructors that we stand behind them with our Sunsational Instructor Guarantee!

If your first lesson is anything less than Sunsational, just let us know and we can either refund your unused lesson time or re-start your lesson package with a more suitable Instructor, your choice!

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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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Group Swim Lessons

Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualized instruction

Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

Preset class schedules, often different schedules for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons

Faster Progression saves money in the long run

More Sessions Needed to see real progress

Infant swim lessons near me made easy for parents

Getting to swim classes in Scottsdale can be tough – that’s why we bring the lessons to you! We want your baby to be comfortable in the water, so we offer private parent and baby lessons or the option to create a small baby group (3 to 6 babies) with your friends. Our instructors make it easy for everyone to have fun while learning key water safety skills together.

Babies will receive a certificate after completing their lessons. What’s more fun than your baby earning a certificate with their friends?

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Levels we teach in 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

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5 reasons to start swim lessons for your baby now

Many Scottsdale parents wonder if their baby is too young to start learning to swim. They think babies will eventually learn the skills on their own, or that the skill isn’t necessary. Here’s why starting lessons early is a smart choice:

Water safety starts early

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children under four. Babies are naturally curious, which is why baby swimming lessons make so much sense. An awareness of the water, and water safety skills, could very well save your child’s life one day.

Decreased risk of drowning

It’s not always possible to watch your child every second, and water is often part of everyday life—from bathtubs and backyard pools to beaches, splash pads, and family outings. Young children can be at risk around even small amounts of water, especially infants & toddlers under 5. Swimming lessons can help children build comfort in the water and begin developing important water safety skills as part of a broader approach to drowning prevention.

Encourages social interaction

Swimming and playing in the pool with parents and other babies helps boost babies' social development. Babies learn through shared experiences, laughter, and engaging in activities together. Your child shouldn't have to skip these character-forming moments due to a fear of the water or because you simply haven't found the time for swim lessons.

Builds their strength

For babies, swimming helps strengthen their muscles, improve coordination, and enhance their motor skills – all without any unnecessary stress on joints. Plus, the water’s resistance provides a full-body workout, even for the tiniest of swimmers. Swimming may even help learn to walk sooner thanks to better muscle control.

Lifelong skill that starts early

Swimming is a skill for life. Providing your baby with swimming lessons opens up a whole new arena of fun and fitness that they can participate in all their lives. If you don't know how to swim, consider taking a parent and baby swim class together or taking adult swim lessons on your own. Create core memories in the water, together!

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How parent and baby swim lessons help build confidence around the water

Babies as young as six months old benefit from pool time in the arms of a trusted adult. Infant swim lessons allow your child to enjoy the water before they have a chance to learn fear. Positive pool experiences help babies remain calm so they can progress to learn effective water navigation skills such as kicking and back floats.

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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

The benefits of swim lessons extend beyond the pool. The sensory and motor stimulation resulting from pool time creates new neurons that positively impact confidence and even intelligence. Bilateral movements, or using both sides of the body, help increase the connections between the two hemispheres of the brain, which will later help with skills like language development, spatial awareness and reading.

How to prepare your baby for swim lessons

Not ready for a formal class yet? Start at home! Simple activities in the bathtub, like gently pouring water over your baby’s head, introducing words like “kick” and “splash”, or laying them on their back in shallow water, can help them feel comfortable in the water before their first lesson.

When you’re ready for the pool, help your baby be successful with these tips:

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Feed them at least 30 minutes before a lesson to prevent tummy discomfort
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Pack essentials like swim diapers, towels, dry clothes, and fresh diapers
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Arrive early so you have time to get ready
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Ease into the water to keep the experience positive

Water safety is always the number one priority

Even the most comprehensive water training program isn’t enough to drown-proof your child. Babies should always be within arm’s reach in the water, and children should never swim unsupervised. The goal of baby swim lessons is to help build comfort in the water and introduce foundational water safety skills, which may help reduce the chance of accidental drowning as part of a broader approach to water safety. This includes active supervision, pool fences and barriers, alarms, and other safety measures, but risk can never be eliminated completely. Even if your little one was the star of the class, it’s important to remain vigilant with supervision to help ensure positive and safe experiences in and around the water for years to come.

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Featured baby swim instructors in Scottsdale, AZ

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Scottsdale. Every Sunsational swim teacher is vetted, CPR certified, passes a national background check, and has a proven track record of successful teaching before they even land an interview with Sunsational. We back their expertise with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Why? Because we know great instructors mean fast results!

Jami W.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Eiley C.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018-7816

Kiera M.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Julianna R.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Brittany A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Hannah S.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018

Josephine B.

Mesa, Arizona 85201

Carsyn S.

Tempe, AZ 85281

Ryleigh C.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Nicholas G.

Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253

Amry S.

Phoenix, Arizona 85016

Laura R.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

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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!

Jami W.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Sunsational Vetted Since 2020

Hi! I'm Jami. I've been teaching swim lessons and coaching swimming for almost 20 years. It was my first job, and I've been doing it ever since! I've worked with kids starting at the age of 6 months and adults, both for technique and to learn from the beginning. I am also a teacher and vice principal. I love sharing my knowledge and watching someone learn a new skill or understand something new. I look forward to working with you!

Eiley C.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018-7816

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hello! My name is Eiley! After being born and raised in North Carolina, I moved to Arizona for my day job. I have a passion for what I do and understand the importance of learning how to swim. I was the captain of my high school swim team and swam in college. I was also a lifeguard for years and have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I have taught ages 2-35 and love to take on a challenge!

Claire B.

Scottsdale, Arizona 85250

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! Im Claire, a dedicated swim instructor with six years of experience as a certified lifeguard. I am currently certified in CPR and First Aid, and I am passionate about helping swimmers of all ages build confidence, develop strong water safety skills, and improve their technique. I create a fun, positive, and supportive learning environment where every lesson is tailored to each swimmers individual needs and goals. Whether your child is just starting out, learning to swim independently, or refining their strokes, I focus on making lessons engaging while helping each swimmer progress at their own pace. My goal is to build confident, capable swimmers who feel safe and enjoy being in the water.

Desiree T.

Phoenix, AZ 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Desiree, and I have over 3 years of experience in water safety and teaching swim lessons. I specialize in teaching ages 4-12 and curating lesson plans/goals unique to each individual. I did competitive swimming in high school, was a lifeguard for 2 years, and was a pool manager. I love witnessing clients grow and meet set benchmarks. My greatest accomplishment has been a 4-year-old swimming a full 25 meters and jumping off the diving board.

Kiera M.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Im a college student whos been teaching swim lessons since February 2022. I also have a background in competitive swimming, so I love helping people learn new skills, improve their strokes, and feel confident in the water. Whether its your first time in the water or you just want to get faster, Im here to make lessons fun and positive!

Noah D.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Noah, a private swim instructor with over 3 years of experience teaching one-on-one and group lessons for all ages, from beginners to confident swimmers. I grew up training on a club swim team for 5 years in my younger years, spent almost every summer in high school and college lifeguarding, and recently spent a summer in Brazil learning to surf. I bring that same love for the water into every lesson I teach. Whether youre just getting comfortable in the pool or working on refining strokes, I adapt each session to your needs. I focus on building trust, safety, confidence, and making lessons fun! I look forward to working together.

Julianna R.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi Im J! Ive been teaching swim for 6 years to individuals between the ages of 18 months to 86 years old. Ive had the honor to work with splendid humans with autism both in and out of the water as I was an Rbt for a few years. During these years I got the opportunity to be a varsity swim coach to high schoolers and a varsity coach for junior high kids!

Brittany A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Brittany Andrews. I am 27 years old, and I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since May 2015! I have taught swim lessons to children starting at 6 months through adults varying in skill level from beginners to those working on stroke technique. I have taught people with special needs and of all physical abilities. For young students, I want to ensure that they are water-safe first before introducing strokes. For older students, I would teach more in-depth technique for all four strokes. I am passionate about helping people overcome fears and learn to love swimming!

Hannah S.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi! Im Hannah and Im so excited for the opportunity to teach students how to swim. Ive been around water my whole life, from summer league swim team to coaching a USA swim team. My favorite activities are pool and lake days and I want to teach and empower students to love, learn and be aware of water as much as I am. Ive taught infants to adults how to swim, be comfortable in the water and improve stoke techniques. Cant wait to meet your family!

Josephine B.

Mesa, Arizona 85201

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Josephine, and I just moved to Arizona from Massachusetts in February 2024. I have experience working with kids of all ages through teaching both swimming and ski instructing. I grew up swimming on a swim team and was both a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I taught with Sunsational in 2024 as I settled into the area. I am now a full-time project manager at Cirtec Medical but would love to continue my love for teaching in the evenings. I really want to make a difference with what I do and make a difference in the lives of others. Swimming is a very important skill that everyone should know how to do on some level. If you choose me to teach your child, you wont be disappointed!

Jalen A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hey there! My name is Jalen Artiles. Im 20 years old and currently attending Arizona State University. I have taught people aged 6 months to 12. It's been an amazing experience thats taught me a lot about leadership and building great relationships with families. When Im not in the pool or studying, I love staying active with snowboarding, surfing, hitting the gym, playing guitar, or socializing with people I enjoy being around

Carsyn S.

Tempe, AZ 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hello! My name is Carsyn Shark and I love teaching swim lessons. I have been instructing lessons and coaching water polo for 3 years, was a competitive swimmer for 8 years, and playing competitive water polo for 6. I am attending Arizona State University where I am also playing water polo and I cant wait to get started teaching!

Justin A.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Justin Albecker! As a U.S. Coast Guard veteran with over three years of experience teaching swim lessons in Alaska, I bring both dedication and enthusiasm to the pool. Water safety is a lifelong passion of mine, and Im committed to helping students of all ages build confidence in the water. My lessons are designed to be fun, supportive, and tailored to each swimmers needsbecause learning to swim should be as enjoyable as it is rewarding!

Ryleigh C.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Im a 22-year-old recent graduate. Ive taught kids how to swim since February 2022; one year was with a company in San Diego. I love making swim lessons fun and believe its the best way for kids to learn. One of the things Im very adamant about is getting a child comfortable enough to swim with their clothes on. I was on swim teams growing up and spent all of my summers in a pool or at the lake. Im premed and CPR certified for all ages, including infants. Id love to help get you or your kids proficient in swimming and teach water safety.

Nicholas Z.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

My name is Nicholas Zimmerman, call me Nick for short. I have taught water safety and swimming since February 2023 for the city of Temecula. I have a great passion for teaching and coaching. I have taught from ages 3 all the way to senior citizens. On top of typical swim lessons, I have also taught countless adaptive swim classes for those with special needs

Nicholas G.

Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hey yall! I have taught swim lessons to all ages and skill levels since February 2021. I had the opportunity to swim competitively for 6 years of my life and just overall love being in the water!

Julia L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi there! My name is Julia Landsberg, and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I am very passionate about swimming and teaching water safety. I am currently a college student at ASU and have a competitive swimming background of eight years. I have experience teaching students of many ages and skill levels, including children with ADHD and autism. As someone with ADHD myself, I understand that every child learns differently and at their own pace. I also have experience helping swimmers become swim team-ready by teaching freestyle, backstroke, streamline, diving, and overall stroke technique while building confidence and safety skills in the water.

Amry S.

Phoenix, Arizona 85016

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi there! My name is Amry. Ive been around the pool since I was 2! Learning how to swim was my favorite part of growing up, and Im here to help it be your little ones too! I have been working in aquatics, specifically swim lesson instructing, since February 2021, working all over the state of Arizona in different pools! I am so excited to swim with your little fish.

Corinne L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! I am a college student at ASU and a 4-year lesson instructor! I'm looking forward to any and all future lessons!!

Laura R.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Laura and I am a former state-level competitive swimmer! I was a competitive swimmer for 7 years, a lifeguard for 6 years, a lifeguard instructor for 3 years, and have been teaching swim lessons for 11 years! During the school year I am a teacher and love to work with children of all ages as well as adults! No matter your past experience with the water or your comfort level, we can work to make you pool safe and hydrophilic! I look forward to working with you!

Rachel S.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Rachel Stevenson and Im passionate about water safety and helping others build confidence in the water. I bring over a decade of experience as a competitive swimmer, along with three years of water polo training. I began teaching swim lessons as a junior instructor at age 11 and officially became a certified Water Safety Swim Instructor at 16. Ive also worked as a lifeguard and have experience in both group and individual swim coaching. I recently graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelors degree in Community Health, and Im originally from Gilroy, California. Whether youre just starting out or looking to improve your technique, Im here to make learning to swim fun, safe, and rewarding for all ages!

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We have answers. What age can babies start swim lessons?

No. Sunsational Swim School’s infant swim lessons are based on a child-centered and caring approach that focuses on building trust and rapport with the instructor and wonderment and respect of the water. When designing your baby’s swim lesson plan, our instructors consider all aspects of the well-being of your baby, including physical and emotional. Your swim instructor will create a safe environment for your baby to learn water-safety skills that include back floating, roll over breathing, “swim-float-swim”, the monkey crawl, and what to do after a fall into the pool. All of these skills are taught in a way that’s both fun and educational, using games, repetition, and even songs, at a pace that’s healthy for your little one.

Yes! Sunsational specializes in private, at-home baby swimming lessons, where our instructors come directly to your pool or community facility in Scottsdale. It’s the easiest way for your baby to learn in a calm, familiar setting.

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 Scottsdale, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.

Every child is unique and develops at their own pace. Physical and emotional readiness, motor skills and willingness all play a role in the pace your baby learns. However, the most common and most influential factors in the student’s learning pace we find is repetition and consistency. We recommend our baby students take 3 lessons per week for maximum skill retention and fast progression. Most of our students make significant progress within 12 to 18 lessons in our baby swim classes.

Yes. Swimming is not only defined as the four major swim strokes, but the ability to propel through the water. Your baby can learn how to use their little limbs, breathing and sense of direction to deliberately move from point a to b in the water, once they start walking. These skill sets are learned in a progressive manner and each child learns at a different pace. Our infant swim lesson teachers are experienced in coaching your baby to learn these skills in a fun, encouraging, and accelerated way. Even if your baby is not ready to swim, we'll work on swim and safety skills like blowing bubbles (breath control), kicking, rolling over onto our back and floating.

Your baby’s first swim lesson is designed to be gentle, fun, and completely pressure-free. The goal isn’t to make your baby swim right away—it’s to help them feel safe, happy, and relaxed in the water. Tears on the first day are not unexpected!

Your Sunsational instructor will start by introducing your baby to the pool gradually: gentle splashing, floating with support, and playful water exploration. Parents or caregivers are always encouraged to be present.

Most Scottsdale parents begin lessons around 6 months old, when babies can comfortably hold their heads up and start exploring the water. Babies who have early exposure to swim lessons and the water are proven to have reduced anxieties and emotional obstacles learning how to swim. The water at this age is a familiar place as it’s similar to floating in the womb. Sunsational’s certified instructors offer private, at-home baby swimming lessons throughout Phoenix, helping your little one feel confident and safe early on.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational instructor in Scottsdale is certified in CPR and insured under our company liability insurance policy. What's more, every Sunsational Swim instructor has previous teaching experience, and most have at least of 2 seasons of professional aquatic experience. We emphasize comfort, floating, and water awareness—always at your baby’s pace.

Every child learns differently, but with consistent, one-on-one instruction, most Scottsdale infants begin floating and showing swim readiness within our 12 or 18 lesson package. Sunsational’s personalized approach—taught in your own pool—helps babies progress faster than in group lessons. We find that the most common and most influential factors in the student’s learning pace are repetition and consistency. To that end, we recommend our baby students take 3 lessons per week for maximum skill retention and fast progression.

While we specialize in private, at-home infant swim classes in Scottsdale, you do not need to have a pool to register for our lessons. Our infant swim teachers near you can meet you at any pool of your choice in Phoenix. In some areas, we even have some swim instructors who can provide a pool for your lessons. To find out if we have instructors with pool access in your specific area, you can begin a registration here

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 Scottsdale, 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.

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