Toddler swim lessons inSunrise
Looking for the best private toddler swimming lessons near me? Itâs always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Sunrise! 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 Sunrise.
What are survival float lessons?
Sunrise 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 Sunrise 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
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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
Sunrise 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 Sunrise swim instructors are highly experienced and have a minimum of two years teaching, CPR and First Aid Certified, and many are also Red Cross lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor certified.
Lessons are fun and age-appropriate
We make learning to swim fun and engaging with games, activities and age-appropriate techniques. Young children also earn Sunsational skill charts and certificates to celebrate their progress!
Toddler lessons
The more lessons you buy, the more you save!
1 Student
30 - 45 Minute private Lessons
18 lessons
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92
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12 lessons
71
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98
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6 lessons
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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!
Diego S.
Sunrise, Florida 33351
Certification N/A
Hi! I'm Diego Silva, and I've been passionate about swimming since I was 4. I swam competitively from age 12 through university, including national and international tournaments. While earning my master's and doctorate at Texas Tech, I worked as a lifeguard and received the Red Cross Professional Responder Award for saving a swimmer's life. As a certified Water Safety Instructor, I've taught kids, adults, and students with special needs. My focus is on safety, confidence, and fun, tailoring each lesson to meet individual goalswhether it's basic skills, stroke refinement, or swim team prep. I'm excited to help you enjoy the water safely and confidently!
Kristen P.
Lauderhill, FL 33319
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Kristen, currently pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at FAU. I've been teaching swim lessons for 6 years to infants through adults ranging from beginner to advanced swim levels. I've worked with children for 3 years as a lifeguard at a camp and while volunteering at an aftercare program. As drowning is the 3rd leading cause of unintentional death, I would love to share my passion of swimming to lower that rate while helping to teach and/or improve that skill of swimming :)
Charlotte O.
Plantation, FL 33324
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, my name is Charlotte & I've been teaching swim lessons for more than 3 years with ages 2 to 20; including special needs and fearful beginners. I've also worked with children for 2 years as a water polo coach, lifeguard & dance teacher. I am a senior at Edna Manley College in the Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education program. I love teaching swim lessons because as a competitive swimmer/water polo player everyone should have the opportunity to learn how to swim & be safe in or around water.
Khai M.
Tamarac, Florida 33321
Certification N/A
Hello, my name is Khai. I'm an active lifeguard and swim teacher. I have experience teaching all ages and all levels and have worked for the City of North Miami Beach. I am excited to start our swim journey together!
Briana T.
Tamarac, FL 33321
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hello, My name is Briana. I am currently attending Broward college where I am studying business. I have been teaching swim lessons for 4 years, ages 6 months to adult, including special needs students. I branched off into childcare by babysitting infants to 8 year olds. I have been swimming competitively since the age of 5. I decided to turn my love for swimming into something spectacular - Teaching kids the only sport that can help potentially save their life or someone else`s.!
Kaycee H.
Tamarac, FL 33321
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Kaycee and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 of years with ages 9 months to 80 years young! I've also worked with children for 4 of years as an aftercare counselor a near by elementary school. I have experience working with children with autism. I am currently a college student studying to become a teacher. I love teaching swimming because i love working with kids it is so important to teach children this life saving skill!
Georgia O.
Davie, FL 33324
Sunsational Certified Since 2019
Hi! My name is Georgia and I've been teaching swim lessons for about a year, ages 3 to teen years as well as special needs children and timid swimmers with a variety of abilities. I attend Nova Southeastern University and major in Exercise Science. I have a strong background of 12 years in competitive swimming with experience as an NCAA college swimmer. I love teaching swim lessons because I understand the importance of water safety and wish to spread my passion for swimming with others!
Andrew Z.
Margate, FL 33068
Sunsational Certified Since 2017
Hi, my name is Andrew. I've been teaching swim lessons for over 3 years with ages from 3 months old with parents in the water to older adults. I've also worked with special needs children for over 2 years as tutor and swim instructor. I'm currently going to Broward College. I love teaching swimming because I love teaching a life skill that I firmly believe everyone should know how to do. It is very rewarding and It makes me happy to know that I`ve made a positive impact on the child`s life.
Kaylee G.
Davie, FL 33314
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi my name is Kaylee and I have been teaching swim lessons, as well as, working with kids as a babysitter. I am studying Recreational Therapy at NSU. I have swam all my life and into college. I love teaching swimming because it is important to understand water safety. I have taught children as young as 8 months to a 32 year old training for a triathlon. I love working with all ages of kids and giving them a fun experience in the water!
Sylena J.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2023
Hi! I'm Sylena, a swim coach and certified lifeguard. I grew up in Jamaica in a small fishing village where I learned to swim and dive in the sea. I have 5 years of experience with swimmers from 0-90 from all walks of life, including swimmers on the spectrum. I have the skill set to work with both beginner and advanced students. I love teaching people how to have fun and be safe in the water. I can't wait to see where your swim journey takes you.
Raya M.
Davie, Florida 33325
Certification N/A
Hello! I have been a swim instructor for two years, working with students ages 6 months and up! I was also a lifeguard for ages 8-18 at a summer camp for 3 years! I have been a teacher since February 2020 for infants and toddlers. I love working with young children and have experience working with children with special needs. I taught my niece how to swim last year, and it was so much fun for both of us!
Ramses P.
Davie, Florida 33325
Certification N/A
Hi, my name is Ramses Palma. I have been a swim instructor since February 2022, both independently and at private schools. Before that, I had always been an active swimmer on a team from elementary school all the way through high school, and I still enjoy going free diving in the open ocean. My goal as an instructor is to pass my experience in the water down to help kids become safe and confident swimmers while having fun.
Jeffrey G.
Davie, FL 33325
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi, I am Jeff lifeguard/swimming coach with over 10 years experience working in beach and pools, teaching all ranges from toddlers to adults to overcome the fear in water with breathing techniques and swimming methods that one possess naturally.
Lily S.
Pompano Beach, Florida 33069
Certification N/A
Hello! My name is Lily. I am looking forward to being your swim instructor. I am a hardworking college student with experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor at my local YMCA. I have experience teaching all ages, from toddlers as young as 1 to adults. My teaching style focuses on making lessons enjoyable while also ensuring you meet your swimming goals within your available time.
Kylie B.
Davie, Florida 33314
Certification N/A
Hi! My name is Kylie, and I have been swimming since February 2012. I recently completed my second year swimming Division I at the University of New Hampshire and am about to enter my third! Over the past two summers, I have had the amazing opportunity to coach for the Willowsford Waves, working with swimmers ages 3 to 18. I am passionate about helping swimmers grow in and out of the water and look forward to teaching!
Vivien B.
Davie, Florida 33328
Certification N/A
Hi! Im Vivien. Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2020, and Ive also been doing lifeguarding for around the same time. I have mostly worked with kids ages 1 and up. I love to swim and always try to be in the pool as much as possible. I also love to teach and do arts and crafts!
Madison A.
Davie, FL 33314
Sunsational Certified Since 2025
Hi, my name is Madison and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages 1.5 to 14. I have also worked with children as a nanny. I am a college student at Nova Southeastern University studying Exercise & Sports Science. I am also on the swim team at NSU and have been swimming competitively since I was 7. I love to share my passion for swimming with others while teaching important life skills.
Clemence D.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2018
Hi! My name is Clemence Derival, and I have been teaching swim lessons for 9 years to children ages 6 months-9 years old. I am a dedicated, patient, and extremely loving person. I moved here from New York just last September and I will be studying to be an LPN starting in August. I have been working in childcare for about 11 years. Swim instructing has become one of my many passions. I love helping children reach their goals and I love being a part of it.
Danielle M.
Coral Springs, Florida 33065
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
Hi, my name is Danielle and I graduated from Brooklyn college with a bachelors and Masters. I have experience in teaching K-12 as a physical education teacher. I swam competitively since the age of 5, up until college. I have been involved in assistant, coaching, and instructional swim at many different locations compensating for ages 2-months to 70. I teach lifeguarding classes as well and hope to teach students to become as acquainted with and excited for the water as i am!
Kandysee L.
Davie, Florida 33312
Sunsational Certified Since 2024
I am Kandysee Leonard and I have been teaching swim lessons since 2017. I have taught ages 0 - 60, covering water safety survival skills to basic stroke development. Additionally, I am completing my doctorate in school psychology at the University of Florida which has equipped me with knowledge and experience of how to engage developmentally appropriate teaching strategies and approaches to maximize student success and progression.
John A.
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Sunsational Certified Since 2022
Hi, my name is John, and I have taught swimming for 10+ years, ages 6mo - adults! I have also worked with children in other sports, I am the oldest sibling of 6, I have experience working with students who have ADHD, Autism, and Down Syndrome. I went to Lehman College in NYC where I swam, the 50 meter free being my strength. I enjoy teaching to swim because I still love to swim! I am still an active swimmer and I love to share a lifelong survival/fitness skill with children and adults.
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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 Sunrise, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever youâre ready.
YesâSunsationalâs instructors in Sunrise 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 Sunrise 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 Sunrise 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 Sunrise 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 Sunrise, where many families enjoy backyard pools, condo pools, beaches or ocean swims, family pool time, 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 Sunrise and nearby neighborhoods in Miami-Dade. 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 Sunrise, 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.