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Swim Lessons Frequently Asked Questions

How many lessons and how long is each?

10 lessons. Monday through Friday for 2 weeks, ½ hour per day. (If a lesson has fewer than four students, time may be shorter.)

Should a parent attend the lesson?

Yes! For your child, it is important to have the security of a familiar adult/caregiver in an unfamiliar situation. For the parent, it is exciting to watch your child learn to swim, and observation will help you in working with your child once the session is completed.

Does a parent get into the water?

No.

What age is a good age to begin lessons?

In our experience, children aged 3+ possess the physical and emotional development to have a successful experience with our program.

When and where are the lessons?

Sessions are available between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., March through August. Lessons take place in heated, backyard pools all over Orange County.

What should my child bring to the lessons?

A bathing suit and a towel, no other things are allowed (fins, goggles, mask, floaties, toys, etc.)

Why are the lessons taught in small groups, and how many swimmers are in a group?

Being part of a group helps reduce anxiety, fatigue, and is much more fun for your child. There are no more than 4 children in the water at one time.

What do the lessons cost? When do I pay?

The fee for a two-week session is $340 per child. The fee for a one-week stroke session is $340 per child. A non-refundable deposit is required to secure your scheduled time. Any remaining balance will be charged the day of the first lesson.

Are discounts available?

We offer two types of discounts: an early registration discount of $30 per child (fall deadline), and a multiple group host discount of $100 or more for those who host two or more classes at their pool.

What if I would prefer a private or semi-private class?

Our group lessons are highly structured and designed to use group dynamics as an effective learning tool. In our experience successfully teaching over 11,000 students, we have found this format to be most effective with young children. Only when special needs are present do we recommend smaller class sizes. If you still choose to limit your child’s class size, the cost of a full group of four still applies.

How can my child learn to swim in a 1/2 hour group lesson?

In learning to swim, children must work through physical and psychological barriers in a new and unfamiliar environment. This is best accomplished in small increments on consecutive days. Our instructors know what a child needs each day to continue forward progress. Usually, less is more.

Why can’t I enroll my child in multiple learn to swim sessions?

Quite simply, because in most cases, it is not necessary. Our students complete their lesson session with a level of confidence and competence that makes them willing and ready to practice outside of the lesson environment. It is very important that each swimmer be able to transfer their skills to different, informal environments. Their safety depends upon being able to swim even when the setting, pool, or people change.