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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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Fun, safe & effective baby swim lessons in Surfside!

Our Surfside 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

'Caroline was patient and so kind to my grandkids. They had a hard in the beginning but now are much more comfortable in the water. Thank you!' - Michele A.

Michele A.

LOVE Ansley. She is extremely patient and we are BEYOND impressed with her teaching style, her...

Stephanie H.

Keiyon tailored lessons to my sons personal needs. He was fun and enthusiastic even when my son was scared of the water.

Vanessa H.

Rebeka is so incredible, I am extremely happy with the swim lessons she provides! She makes my daughter feel so comfortable, brining fun water toys each time she meets with us. Rebeka is always smiling and ensures everyone is comfortable, even the parents! Highly highly recommend her.

April K.

Coach Robin is fantastic! She was so patient and encouraging with our 2 and 4-year-old. The girls loved Robin and felt safe with her!

Alyssa F.

Adrien has been great we’ve learned so much about how to be more comfortable with our babies in the pool and skills that we can keep practicing. He’s very professional and great with the babies. - Jodi Hicks

jodi H.

'Evonne is super patient and kind with my littles! I love how calm she is and her experiences with kids' Sammy Garrett

Sammy G.

Eddie has been fantastic! I wasn't sure how it was going to go as my 21 month old boy tends to gravitate better towards women than men but he loves Eddie. He is so calm and patient with him and we are so grateful to have found him. We previously had one swim class at a well known swim facility and what he learned in the first lesson alone would have taken weeks with the previous facility.

Maryann S.

Keiyon was a great swim instructor for my girls! He was very patient with them and did what he could to make them comfortable in the water. He was always on time and flexible with our changing schedule. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to swim!

Lily T.

'Vidar is an amazing instructor and did a fantastic job! He is very patient and understands the kids ! My daughter loves to stay in water and enjoys swimming !Thank you and We are very happy with the instructor Vidar and Sunsational swim school. It’s worth taking classes with them! I strongly recommend!' Sara Gouran

Sara G.

'We've only had three classes with Carin so far, and I already feel incredibly lucky to have her as my kids' swim instructor. She's been teaching both my 2-year-old and 4-year-old, and I'm genuinely amazed at how much progress they've made in such a short amount of time. Carin is warm, patient, and incredibly skilled. She knows how to connect with young children in a way that makes them feel safe, confident, and excited to learn. My kids went from being hesitant around the water to actually looking forward to their lessons--and that's entirely because of her. To be completely honest, I've found the overall experience with Sunsational Swim School to be disappointing. Communication and scheduling have been frustrating, and the support from the company itself has been lacking. But Carin more than makes up for all of it. She's the reason we're sticking with the program, and the only reason I'm giving a 5-star review is because of her. If you're lucky enough to get Carin as your instructor, know that your kids will be in the very best hands!!!'

Salima l.

Aaron is enthusiastic, sincere and professional and really knows how to work with babies and strong willed toddlers. I was impressed with how he immediately made any play that Roman wanted to do into an effective teaching moment. Both boys are excited in the water and practicing the skills Aaron taught them. We will have him back.

Graham B.

'Katryna is amazing! She is extremely great with kids and an incredible instructor. So glad we found her!' - Brianna Y.

Brianna Y.

Sarah was instrumental in helping my 16 month old learn to hold her breathe and swim. She made my daughter feel comfortable and weaved in fun play to keep my daughter engaged. Being that she’s 16 months we will have to consistently practice her new learned skills to improve on them but without Sarah we wouldn’t be where we are today. She also helped her learn to kick and crab crawl for safety. I highly recommend Sarah.

Kacey J.

Nicole has been excellent! She is a great coach and readily adapts the lessons to fit my strong willed 3 daughter's personality. She has made learning to swim a fun challenge! My kid now jumps in the deep end, and thinks she is a racing mermaid!

Charlyn B.

Great experience, our instructor was extremely patient and great with our kids! - Ashley Castrillon

Ashley C.

'Whitney was great for us! She dealt with our toddler's stranger danger really well and I would definitely use her again. She gave us tons of tips and things to do outside of lessons and was easy to work with. She was easy to communicate with when we had to reschedule as well. Highly recommend.' - Brittany W.

Brittany W.

Definitely going to recommend Aeris to others and continue lessons. She is engaging for my infant twins, patient, and just amazing at explaining what we are doing and why. Very baby centered and goes at their pace and comfort level while challenging them.

Eli M.

Sunsational has been great from start to present. Kailey has been nothing short of great. She has patient and knowledge, she is prompt and informative. I highly recommend Sunsational to anyone looking for their child to swim. We will continue on the next round for sure.

ruth w.

'We have a one year old and we want to make sure he won’t be in danger if he’s ever suddenly in deep water. Sanjina came to our home to help us teach him and In the first session we already had a lot of information on safety precautions when teaching a very small child. We feel much more confident on how to practice floating and healing him to feel confident holding his breath longer, grabbing the edge of the pool etc. She’s a great teacher and we will take classes with her again.' - Natalie Taylor

Natalie T.

Kristin is great! We have two little ones, ages 3 and 1. She's firm when she needs to be, encouraging when it's called for, and pulls back when necessary. Kristin knows how to engage children in the lesson to work on appropriate skills.

Patricia B.

Lynsey is an awesome swim instructor that is dependable, flexible, skilled, and very patient with our little toddler grandchildren. She is very calm, even when they cry (one and two years old). We woukd definitely recommend Lynsey and Sunsational. - Steve Dickel

Steven D.

Our swim instructor, Emmy, is doing a great job with my two and one half year old grandson. First day started out with a lot of crying. By the fifth day he was holding his breath and grabbing toys under water and kicking and pulling himself out of the pool. Emmy has done a great job considering his age, attention span and he is only learning how to talk and is hard to understand.

Jim &.

Austin is a great instructor for my grandson, who is two. He has taught my grandson life saving skills while in the water and out of the water. My grandson looks forward to each lesson with Austin and uses the skills and techniques he has learned anytime he is in or around water. I highly recommended choosing Austin for your child’s swim lessons.

Serenity B.

My son is 1.5 years old and Milen was a great instructor. Very patient and easy to work with. Would recommend.

Mario T.

We’ve loved our swim instructor, Shania. She is incredibly patient with our 3-year-old. She knows how to engage with him in play and keep his interest, but also pushes him to grow in his swim skills.

Veronica B.

'Kelvin was the most gentle energetic instructor for my little girl! She has quite the personality and character and Kelvin was able to grab her attention, keep her attention and give her some safety skills and learn how to swim! Kelvin kept it fun and simple!' Domonique S.

Domonique S.

I loved my experience with Sunsational swim school. My son who is 2 has come so far in just a short amount of time. I will say Quan our instructor is amazing. Has been so patient yet firm in teaching my son, I am so thankful we were matched with him. - Ashley Castoe

Ashley M.

Our son was in lessons for almost a year and was able to float but we really struggled with his swim coach. He would cry as soon as we would head into the pool area and we were not seeing a lot of... [read full review](https://biz.yelp.com/r2r/piDF1Ir3nlKlMNbdMhL8ZA/review/p6bIga0-4NR7xzu8ByRtLA)

Ashley K.

Taylor is a great swim instructor! Very patient with my daughter. Love this program and loved seeing my daughter improve after each session. - Jenny Drexler

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Why parents love Sunsational baby swim lessons

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Sunsational swim instructors travel to you & work around your schedule

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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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Why choose Sunsational Swim School?

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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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!

Baby lessons

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1+ Student

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(1Hr+ Can be divided by multiple students)

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Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

Private Swim Lessons

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 Surfside 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 Surfside 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 Surfside, CA

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

holland p.

Seal Beach, California 90740

Ava K.

Seal Beach, California 90740

Grace Z.

Long Beach, California 90815

Wendy D.

Long Beach, California 90815

Alexis G.

Long Beach, California 90814

Yasmin C.

Long Beach, California 90802

Jennifer M.

Costa Mesa, California 92626

Julie L.

Long Beach, California 90802

Trivonne Y.

Lakewood, California 90715

Hannah L.

Lakewood, California 90713

Katryna S.

Santa Ana, California 92704-2360

Yashpreet S.

Buena Park, California 90620

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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!

Kelsey W.

Huntington Beach, California 92649

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hey there, my name is Kelsey! I have over 15 years of child care experience, ranging in age from 3 months to 17 years. In a swim education capacity, Ive taught children with developmental delays and children as young as 2 years old. I love play and engage through conversation and laughter. I work with the childs individual needs and boundaries so that each lesson is made fun and informative for them. Originally from the east coast, I recently relocated to CA and enjoy the arts and being in nature. I look forward to connecting and seeing if wed be a good fit to work together.

Herb R.

Huntington Beach, California 92647

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, my name is Herb, and I started competitively swimming at age 5. I have taught swimming and water safety to all age groups. I am a father of two girls and have taught them both how to swim and surf. I am committed to water safety and enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience with compassion and humor.

Toby J.

Long Beach, California 90814

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

With over a decade of elite competitive experience, I specialize in helping athletes build confidence, refine technique, and reach their full potential in the pool. Athletic Background -15 Years of Competitive Swimming: Focus on stroke mechanics, speed, and conditioning. -10 Years of Competitive Water Polo: Specialized knowledge in game IQ, eggbeater efficiency, and ball handling. -Collegiate Athlete: Competed in both swim and water polo at the junior college level. Coaching Experience -I have spent years training diverse age groups and high-level athletes across elite travel programs, including: -San Luis Obispo Water Polo Club (Travel Coach) -Jewish Community Center (JCC) in Irvine (Travel Swim Team Coach)

holland p.

Seal Beach, California 90740

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hello! My name is Holland and I have been swimming for about 14 years! I am a lifeguard and swim instructor and it truly is my passion! The ages of my kiddos range from infants in parents and child classes to teens and even adults! Ive truly taught a wide spread of ages. I also have worked with children that have disabilities and special adaptions to the curriculum! Patience, support, positivity, and trust are very important in a swim lesson and at the top of my priorities as a teacher!

Ava K.

Seal Beach, California 90740

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! My name is Ava. I have been swimming since I was 5 years old! I swam competitively in the past, and Im currently a student at UC Irvine. I specialize in young students, even those fearful or nervous around water, using a gentle and playful approach. I teach students ages between 3 months to adulthood! Cant wait to start our swim journey together!

Amalia T.

Westminster, California 92683

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hello! My name is Amalia Tigan. I am a certified swim instructor who works with both children and adults of all skill levels. I focus on water safety, building confidence, and developing strong techniques in a supportive and structured environment. My teaching style is patient and encouraging, and I tailor each lesson to fit the individuals needs and pace. Whether youre just starting out or looking to improve your skills, my goal is to make every session productive, comfortable, and enjoyable.

Grace Z.

Long Beach, California 90815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2015 and grew up in the water, which built a strong foundation in both skill and safety. Ive also had the privilege of working with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and Im passionate about creating a supportive, patient, and fun environment for every swimmer.

Tori H.

Long Beach, California 90815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Tori, and I have been a swim instructor since February 2022. I have worked with swimmers of all agesfrom babies to adultsand I love helping each person feel confident and safe in the water. I adjust my teaching style based on the swimmers age and experience, whether its building comfort with little ones or improving technique with older swimmers. I also provide weekly report cards so families can track progress and know what were working on each week. I am passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment, and I look forward to helping you or your child grow and succeed in the water. Communication is important to me, so feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm excited to bring patience, energy, and encouragement to e

Manny M.

Los Alamitos, California 90720

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, my name is Manny Madla. I became a swim instructor later in life. I am 59 years old. I have always loved swimming, and it's my favorite way to stay fit. In March 2023, I became a Deep End Fitness instructor and discovered that I have a real knack for teaching new swimmers. I became a swim instructor at the Y and found continued success teaching adult beginners and kids from infants to elementary age. I am an excellent swim teacher because I am a dad (two kids, one in college and one in high school), I have a deep knowledge of swimming technique, I am creative, empathetic, and very patient. It is very fulfilling for me to help kids and adults overcome fears and learn how to survive and thrive in water. Thank you for your consideration.

Maya W.

Long Beach, California 90804

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi there, Im Maya! I have experience in teaching swimming to kids of all ages and kids with special needs. I also have previous experience as a lifeguard.

Wendy D.

Long Beach, California 90815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Wendy. I have taught swim lessons since March 2010, and I was also a lifeguard. I grew up around rivers, lakes, and the Pacific Ocean. I love to swim. I swam on the team in high school and in college. At age 17, I started teaching at the YMCA, doing classes from beginner swimmers to advanced and adults. I then taught at swim schools teaching private lessons. Then I became a mom, had a family, and started a different career, but still kept my small business and helped my friends and family learn to swim. Its important that everyone is water safe and confident in the water. I have worked with students 9 months through adults, including those with special needs.

William B.

Westminster, California 92683

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

My name is Will, and my swim experience goes back to when I was 3 and I learned to swim. I then joined a club from ages 6 -14 as well as junior lifeguards. In high school, I joined swim and polo and a polo club team from 14-19 while I also taught swim lessons at Golden West College for ages 1-14 where I gained the majority of my teaching experience. I look forward to helping your kids stay safe in the water as well as progress and become the great swimmers I know they can all be.

Alexis G.

Long Beach, California 90814

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

I swam in high school and college, and love the water. My favorite was always freestyle. I teach basic water safety as well as swim strokes. We play a lot of games to learn our swimming skills in my lessons :) I also teach middle school math. My life revolves around teaching students!

Yasmin C.

Long Beach, California 90802

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Dive into the world of swimming with Yasmn Cravalho, your experienced swim instructor! With a passion for teaching and a focus on safety, I'm here to help you build confidence and master your strokes. Ive been swimming for over 12 years and have been teaching ages 6 months to adults for over 4 years! Lets make waves together!

Hope S.

Long Beach, CA 90802

Sunsational Vetted Since 2020

Hello! My name is Hope. I'm an experienced educator and swim instructor who works with kids ages 2-14. In the past, I swam competitively, played water polo, and coached a youth water polo team. I began teaching swim lessons since February 2019 at a swim school in San Diego and began working with Sunsational in February 2021. I look forward to helping your kiddo(s) develop strong water safety and swim skills over the summer!

Laurie W.

Long Beach, California 90815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, my name is Laurie and I have a passion for teaching swim lessons! I have been a swim coach/instructor for over 10 years and have worked with ages 2 and up. I have experience working with students who are fearful of the water and I am excited to start our swim journey!

Kelvin V.

Long Beach, California 90802

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi, my name is Kelvin Villegas. I have taught swim lessons since June 2018, have worked as a swim team coach, and have even coached a youth diving team for a season. I love the water!! I used to swim competitively and now I swim 2 to 3 times a week in the pool and at least once in the ocean. My goal for teaching swimming is primarily to help people see the water as a place that they can be in and have fun. Water brings real danger and it is important that we learn proper safety procedures but our goal is ultimately to feel as comfortable in water as we do on land. Swimming, for me, is a portal into another dimension. I often invite my students to imagine that being in water is like being in outer space. I love to be silly and enjoy finding creative ways that fit every student.

Nicholas T.

Long Beach, California 90808

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi there! My name is Nick and I have been a swim coach since June 2014. Before that I was a swimmer, so I have over 20 years of experience in and around the water! I have taught swim lessons to students ages 3 through adults, including students with special needs.

Christina J.

Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Christina and I have been teaching swim lessons for 8 years to students ages 2 to 60. I have been swimming since I was 5 years old in club swim/school teams. I also have life guarding experience at YMCA and experience working with special needs students. I graduated from UCSD, and I will be working as a nurse this summer. I am always excited to meet new kids wanting to swim and be a part of their swim experience.

Michael N.

Fountain Valley, California 92708-2333

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

I am a former all-American swimmer who swam all through school. I am currently a foster resource parent with the county, and I have coached age group swimmers at the club level. I have worked with ages 3-18. I believe learning is more successful when it is fun. A student that desires to come back each day will stick with the activity, and then learning comes through repetition. I believe in praise for positive actions and by reinforcing those actions the individual will find success.

Jennifer M.

Costa Mesa, California 92626

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

I look forward to helping children and adults feel comfortable and safe in the water while teaching proper stroke technique. My background in child development and a holistic approach to teaching provide a welcoming and supportive environment to learn to swim. My experience includes: Competitive swim and water polo player. Private swim lesson instructor since July 2010. Currently a youth swim coach at a competitive swim program.

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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 Surfside. 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 Surfside, 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 Surfside 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 Orange County, helping your little one feel confident and safe early on.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational instructor in Surfside 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 Surfside 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 Surfside, 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 Orange County. 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 Surfside, 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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