Kid Swim Lessons inSylmar

Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Sylmar! Our private swim lessons in Sylmar ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills

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Looking for the best private kids swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Sylmar! Our private swim lessons in Sylmar ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills.

Sunational Swim Lessons At Home!

With our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee, if your child can’t demonstrate the “Sunsational Swim Sequence” by the twelfth lesson, we’ll give you up to four additional classes for free! Lessons are available for all ages: infants, toddlers, older children, and adults, helping swimmers gain confidence, safety and skills in weeks, whether at your home pool or a local community pool in the Sylmar area.

Sunsational Swim School brings essential swim skills to you, helping everyone enjoy the water more safely across the Sylmar

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Levels we teach on our Swim Lesson Programs

Tadpole Skills

Cue words to learn to hold breath underwater

Assisted back float

Assisted front float/submersion

Developing underwater comfort & water acclimation

Assisted Kicking

Introduction of Water Safety Skills (based on age)

Blowing bubbles

Assisted "monkey crawl" along pool wall

Starfish Skills

Unassisted backfloat

Underwater swim (person to person & to wall)

"Monkey Crawl" holding the side of the pool wall

Reach for the side of the pool after submersion

Assisted roll to back float

Assisted climb out of pool

Goldfish Skills

Unassisted kicking underwater

Underwater turn to grab wall (near edge)

Roll to back float (less assistance)

Unassisted 15+ second back float

Assisted fall into water and roll to back float

Unassisted climb out of pool

Jellyfish Skills

Unassisted roll to back float

Drop in from pool edge, turn around and kick back to wall

Unassisted 30+ second back float

Unassisted roll to back float after fall in water

Baby 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

Baby 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

Baby 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

Why are Sylmar swimming lessons so important?

Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the US for children under 14, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes – even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:

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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

Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is one of the best ways to prevent drowning by teaching them essential water safety skills.

Benefits of kids swimming lessons in Sylmar

Water safety starts early

Our kids swimming lessons in Sylmar teach essential water safety skills from day one. Our Sunsational Swim School instructors focus on helping swimmers learn to swim confidently to recover from unexpected falls into the water. The “Sunsational Swim Sequence” teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.

Flexible scheduling for busy Sylmar families

You may have to squeeze into your swimsuit, but you don’t have to squeeze our lessons into your calendar! If your Tuesdays and Thursdays are just too hectic, you can schedule lessons for a lazy Saturday morning or a peaceful Friday afternoon. Your Sunsational swimming class fits your schedule, not the other way around.

Personalized instruction for faster progress

ur experienced teachers make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths, because every student learns to swim differently. Sunsational’s classes in Sylmar utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so that kids and adults can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.

Home or community pool: your choice!

You save time and money when you can choose the location that works best for your family. Sunsational Swim Instructors teach lessons at the Sylmar-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!

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How does Sunsational Swim School work?

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Tell us what you're looking for in your private swim lessons in Sylmar and we'll match you with the perfect Sunsational instructor.

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Shortly after registering, we'll introduce you to your hand-selected instructor, who will contact you to schedule lessons at a time and place that suits you.

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Dive in and start making waves! Our private swim lessons in Sylmar are designed to help you or your child gain confidence and reach your swimming goals quickly.

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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!

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The more lessons you buy, the more you save!

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30 - 45 Minute private Lessons

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*60+ minute lessons can be divided into back-to-back lessons for multiple children Need help? Call 1-818-650-1762

Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

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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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Featured kids swim instructors in Sylmar, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors. Every Sunsational swim teacher has a minimum of 2 years teaching experience, is CPR/First Aid certified, passes a national background check, and has a proven track record of successful teaching before they even land an interview with Sunsational. We back their expertise with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.Why? Because we know great instructors mean fast results!

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Marc M.

Marc M.

San Fernando, California 91340

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Dylan Z.

Dylan Z.

Los Angeles, California 91342

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Sona P.

Sona P.

Los Angeles, California 91344

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Douglas M.

Douglas M.

Granada Hills, California 91344

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Shania H.

Shania H.

Los Angeles, California 91344

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Damon R.

Damon R.

Granada Hills, CA 91344

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Devin J.

Devin J.

Granada Hills, California 91344

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Alexander X.

Alexander X.

Los Angeles, California 91343

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Austia M.

Austia M.

Los Angeles, California 91325

Swim Instructor Profile Image: John O.

John O.

Santa Clarita, California 91321

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Cayla T.

Cayla T.

Los Angeles, California 91324

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Anthony L.

Anthony L.

Los Angeles, California 91325

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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!

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Marc M.

San Fernando, California 91340

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Marc and I've been teaching swim lessons for about twenty years with ages 6 months through 60 year olds. I've worked with children for about twenty-five years as an after school counselor and director, summer camp counselor, and substitute teacher. I went to California Lutheran University and got my Masters degree in 2019. I love teaching swimming because I know children and adults will be safe in the water and because there is a lot of joy when people learn how to swim.

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Ivan R.

Los Angeles, California 91342

Certification N/A

Hello, my name is Ivan Ramos. I am 26 years old, friendly, kind, and I have a passion for teaching and supporting kids with swimming. I used to swim for my local high school and supported my classmates in different techniques and skills while swimming. I teach kids to both be safe and, most importantly, to have fun when first learning to swim.

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Dylan Z.

Los Angeles, California 91342

Certification N/A

Im a patient, outgoing swim instructor with over two years of experience teaching students ages 2-65, including those on the autism spectrum. I love engaging with my students and finding ways to relate the material back to them, making lessons fun, personalized, and meaningful. With a background in water polo and swim programs since my teens, I create a safe, supportive space for both children and their families.

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Samantha W.

San Fernando, California 91340

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi! My name is Samantha Wahl. I have been teaching swim lessons for ages two to adult, from just getting into the water, to water safety, to preparing for the next swim season. I went to Rowan University where I graduated with a chemistry degree in 2017. While there, I was on the varsity swim team and worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor. Teaching swim lessons is so rewarding to me because I am very passionate about water safety and swimming as a sport!

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Heidi Z.

Sylmar, CA 91342

Sunsational Certified Since 2021

My name is Heidi, and I have been working as a swim instructor and coach for over 10 years! I grew to love the water during my time as a competitive swimmer, began teaching swim lessons during my time as a lifeguard, and have taught children between the ages of 6 months-adults. Now, I am a head coach for a local swim club. I went to school at the University of New Mexico and double majored in Biology and Psychology. I look forward to teaching you or your child water safety and how to swim!

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Sona P.

Los Angeles, California 91344

Certification N/A

Hi there! My name is Sona, and I have been a swim instructor since February 2022! I have been swimming for sport since I was 4 years old and have always loved to swim and make sure others are safe while swimming, even offering tips to friends whenever they ask.

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Douglas M.

Granada Hills, California 91344

Sunsational Certified Since 2022

Swimmers, my name is Coach Monet. I am a Santa Monica Native, my swimming days were spent competing for USA Swimming. Currently, I am CPR & First Aid certified. I bring 12 yrs experience teaching water safety and leading swim instruction to students ranging from infants to adults, including those with special needs. Along my journey, I have practiced patience and embraced different learning styles to help my students become strong swimmers. I look forward to constructing an individual plan to help achieve your goals in the water.

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Shania H.

Los Angeles, California 91344

Certification N/A

Hi guys! My names Shania! Ive been swimming competitively since I was 7 and playing water polo since I was 8. In fact, I still play water polo in college! I love being in the water and seeing other people grow their confidence in the water too! Ive been teaching kids and adults how to swim since February 2021. Whether its teaching one-on-one, in small groups, or on a team, Ive done it all! Let me help you grow your water skills and lets have a summer!

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Brandon E.

Los Angeles, California 91344

Certification N/A

Hi! My students call me Teacher B. I have taught swim safety and technique to over 250 beginners ranging from 6 months to 92 years old, and I have coached a handful of experienced swimmers to advance their skills and reach their personal and competitive goals. I am also experienced with special needs and disabilities. I believe in a 'can-do attitude.' My teachings are kept direct and fun and are met with lots of excitement and positive reinforcement. For babies and children, I use pool toys, puppets, and songs as a way to connect and lighten any fear. With adults, the core values of swim instruction are the same: safety, patience, and repetition are key! I look forward to teaching you or your child this very important and extremely fun life skill. Very respectfully, Brandon E.

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Damon R.

Granada Hills, CA 91344

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Damon. I've been a swim teacher for many years, teaching young children and teenagers in both private and public swimming pools. I am fully vaccinated against covid. I have a CPR license, safety and security training, and safety equipment on hand. I have gone through apostille level FBI background check, which means the US government certifies me as safe to work with children anywhere in the world. I have experience working with special needs children.

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Devin J.

Granada Hills, California 91344

Sunsational Certified Since 2022

Hello! My name is Devin, and I look forward to you or your childs new swim, instructor! I have a vast history of being a lifeguard in my teens when I lived in New York! I was trained by the university coach at York College. Upon moving to Los Angeles, I coached at a local swim school and took on the premium offering of private swim instruction. I have experience instructing ages 3-months to adults. My goal is to offer safety and fun for your child! Ill see you in the pool!

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Alexander X.

Los Angeles, California 91343

Certification N/A

I'm Alexander Xie, and I'll be your swim instructor. Super excited to get started with you! A little about me I have been teaching swimming since February 2022, and I genuinely love it. Whether youre totally new to the water or just looking to get a little better, Im here to help you feel more confident and comfortable in the pool. My approach is pretty relaxed well go at your pace, have some fun, and make sure you're learning solid skills along the way. Everyone starts somewhere, so no pressure if youre feeling nervous. Thats totally normal. Looking forward to working with you and making the water a place you actually enjoy being in!

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Jordan M.

Los Angeles, California 91344

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Jordan. I have 10 years of experience swimming competitively and have been teaching swim lessons since February 2022. I also have 4 years of experience working with children outside of the pool in a classroom setting. I was taught how to swim by my preschool teacher in her home pool. As I got older, I was trained how to teach swimming lessons, primarily working with students ages 3-11. I believe the two most important tenets of water safety are remaining calm and building confidence. I approach teaching with a patient and encouraging attitude and like to reinforce skills through games and play.

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Ashley U.

Panorama City, CA 91423

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

I have lived in California for about 3 1/2 years and moved here from Connecticut. I am a former Division I swimmer with over 10 years of competitive swim experience. I have been a certified lifeguard/swim instructor for over 10 years and have experience instructing all levels, abilities and ages.

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Yusuf t.

Pacoima, CA 91331

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi! My Name's Youssef and I've been teaching swimming and coaching for +2 years. I also have experience as a volunteer coach for special needs athletes competing in the special Olympics. I've just graduated from UCSB with a political science degree and a Portuguese minor. I have swum as a U.S. Olympic trials competitor and I am currently training for the Olympics in 2020. I love sharing my passion for the water with people of all ages!

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Natasha H.

Northridge, CA 91325

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hello, my name is Tasha and I've been teaching swim lessons for over 5 years with ages 3-13. I love working with children, who may be fearful of the water or jump right in, and teaching them this amazing life saving skill. As a former competitive swimmer I know just how exciting it is to be in the water. Teaching someone to swim, no matter what their experience, is something that I am passionate about because being in the water was one of the joys of my life and I want to pass that on.

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Austia M.

Los Angeles, California 91325

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Tia! Im a swim instructor with experience working with swimmers of all ages, from toddlers as young as 2 to adults up to 30, and across all skill levels. I recently graduated from California State University, Northridge, with a bachelors degree in Kinesiology, where I was also a student athlete on the womens beach volleyball team. Growing up on a small island, I was surrounded by the ocean and began water sports at a young age, becoming a competitive surfer at nine years old while also teaching others along the way. My background as both a coach and lifelong water athlete has taught me how to create lessons that are engaging, fun, and tailored to each swimmers needs. Most of all, I love making the water a safe and fun place where swimmers can grow their confidence and enjoy every splash!

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John O.

Santa Clarita, California 91321

Certification N/A

My name is John. I have an extensive foundation in aquatics through a variety of roles. I have worked as a swim instructor, teaching all ages from 18 months to adults, as well as coaching competitive swimmers to refine stroke technique in preparation for competition. I bring experience in aquatics as a water polo player, competitive swimmer, instructor, and coach. I have worked as a lifeguard, lifeguard instructor, CPR, and First Aid instructor, which has strengthened my commitment to safety and emergency readiness. Water safety is central to my approach as a means to gain confidence in the water and, perhaps most importantly, to have fun. My teaching style emphasizes patience and encouragement to help each swimmer achieve their goals.

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Cayla T.

Los Angeles, California 91324

Certification N/A

Hello, my name is Cayla! I have been teaching swim lessons to infants and children of all ages and skill levels since February 2017. Additionally, I have a background in lifeguarding and competitive swimming. I specialize in teaching water safety and helping clients learn and perfect their strokes. My teaching style is ensuring that all lessons are individualized, fun, engaging, and create a comfortable learning environment!

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Anthony L.

Los Angeles, California 91325

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Anthony. Im a capable swim instructor and competitive swimmer who started swimming and playing water polo at the age of 3 and have stayed in the water even in college. Now I am excited to be teaching other swimmers of any age how to be confident in the water. This is what I gladly do to make sure they have fun in the water and are able to swim safely and well, just as I did throughout my life. I would want nothing more than for others to learn, swim, and even become competitive athletes. :)

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Rebeca D.

Northridge, California 91325-3061

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name is Rebeca! Im 20 years old and a biology student at CSUN. I have worked with kids from ages 1 to 14. I do have some experience with kids with special needs. I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2021. Im excited to work with you and help you achieve your swim goals.

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We have answers. What age groups do you offer private swim lessons for?

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.
We are so confident in our private, one-on-one instruction that we offer a Learn-to-Swim Guarantee for all students ages 3 and up!* We guarantee your child will be able to resurface, turn around, swim back to the edge of the pool and grab the wall unassisted after they complete their Learn to Swim Guaranteed package. If your child completes their lesson package and hasn't achieved the agreed-upon milestones, we'll work with you to provide up to 4 additional lessons at no extra cost until they do. This program is our commitment to building a foundation of safety and confidence for your child in the water.

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 Sylmar, 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.

The best time to start is now! Every age is the right age to build water safety skills. Our instructors in Sylmar teach students as young as 6 months old. We offer tailored approaches for every stage:

Babies & Toddlers (6 mo - 2 yrs): It’s all about safety and happy splashes! We focus on water comfort, parent-and-child bonding, and basic safety skills through songs and games.

Preschoolers (3-5 yrs): This is the sweet spot for learning fundamentals. We turn safety skills like floating and rolling over into fun activities they'll love.

Big Kids (6+ yrs): We build on their confidence to teach proper stroke technique, helping them become strong, proficient swimmers.

Yes! Sunsational specializes in private, at-home swimming lessons for kids across San Fernando Valley. Your instructor comes directly to your home, condo, or neighborhood pool—so your child learns faster in a familiar, distraction-free environment without the stress of crowded group classes.

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 Sylmar, 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.

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