Private Swim Lessons
in Phoenix, AZ

Is there ever a bad time for swimming in Phoenix? The Grand Canyon State definitely boasts an extraordinary number of hot, sunny days year-round, and opportunities for cooling off in the water are abundant. From Wet’n’Wild downtown to your neighbor’s pool, children need to know how to enjoy being in the water safely, and Sunsational Swim School brings those essential swimming skills to you.
Our Phoenix swim lessons teach swimmers of all ages—infant, toddler, older child, and adult— needed skills over the course of several weeks, much less time than traditionally spent in swimming classes at a community pool. In just a short time, your swimmer will be more confident in and around the water, no matter where they swim.
Our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee means that your swimmer will be more likely to know how to avoid falling into the water, and how to turn around and get to the side if they do wind up in the pool. So, when your child takes private swim lessons with one of our Sunsational Phoenix-area instructors, you can also be confident that your child will quickly gain the skills needed to be safer in your home or community pool.
When your swimmer is ready to take their skills to the next level and compete on the Phoenix Swim Club, Rio Swim Team, or another area group, we can match them with an instructor with years of coaching experience who will soon get them up to speed.
And, if you’re an adult who has lived in fear of the water for too long, don’t be shy! We’ll pair you with a Sunsational swim instructor who will gently help you to conquer those fears and finally develop a sense of security in and around the water.

Popular Swimming Lesson Programs

Your baby can begin to learn water safety skills—it’s never too early to start!
Our private classes can help your child achieve—and exceed—their swimming goals.
Our one-on-one lessons help your teen pickup the basics of swim with comfortable guidance.
Our lessons help even the most reluctant adults to conquer their fears.
Our trained private instructors can help students with autism, sensory challenges, ADHD, physical disabilities and more.
Our private swim lessons by expert coaches get advanced swimmers ready for competition, tests and triathlons & more.

Why are Phoenix Swim Lessons so important?

Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the U.S among children under 14
9 out of 10 drowning deaths occur while a caregiver is present.
75% of children are missing from sight for only five minutes or less
60,000+
Swim Lessons taken
2000+
Sunsational Swim Instructors
1500+
Cities Served

Benefits of Private Swimming Lessons in Phoenix

Focus on Water Safety

We prioritize teaching skills of water safety—because the majority of cases where kids drown take place in their own pools. Recovering from a fall into the water by finding the nearest side, turning around, and swimming to the wall is at the heart of our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee program.

Convenient Scheduling

Need a late-afternoon class after school or to schedule two family members in back-to-back lessons? Our instructors schedule lessons according your busy calendar.

Customized Lesson Plans

Our well-trained Phoenix-area instructors create personalized swim lessons designed for your child’s unique areas of strength and weakness. These private classes use supportive yet effective techniques to conquer any fears they have and quickly gain needed water safety skills.

Home or Community Pool: Your Choice

Sunsational Swim Instructors will meet you at your preferred community pool—or at your home pool! Save yourself the hassle of battling Phoenix traffic by choosing the location for your private swimming lessons.

How does Sunsational Swim Work

  • 1
    Register Online
    Tell us your needs so we can match you with the perfect Sunsational Instructor
  • 2
    Get Matched
    Shortly after registering we introduce you to your hand selected instructor who will contact you to schedule lessons
  • 3
    Get Started
    Dive in and begin reaching your swimming goals!

Sunsational Clients Love Our Swimming Lessons

Rated 4.9/5 Stars From Over 900+ Reviews
Cherise is phenomenal! She is patient, kind and really knows how to divert the attention of my little wigglers! My five-year-old started swimming in no time and my two-year-old is on track to be swimming on her own! Great structured lessons and oh, by the way, did I mention we hit the jackpot with Cherise?!?!? These lessons are a great investment for your littles! Don't hesitate. Sign up. The entire process is easy and customer service is wonderful!
Customer Review On yelp
My instructor relates to my five year old in a way that makes her excited to attend the lessons. He is prepared with his materials, punctual, and engages my child. I have seen growth in her skills and confidence in only a few lessons. He is was also open to suggestions and is very knowledgable. I have enjoyed working with him and observing the dynamic between him and my daughter.
Customer Review On yelp
Teresa was fantastic with our young grandson who was very fearful of the water and could not swim. Teresa was on time, polite, and professional. She was thoughtful and patient. Thanks to Teresa, our grandson made amazing strides and is on his way to enjoying water sports.
Customer Review On yelp
It was great having someone come to our pool to teach my son how to swim. Albino was awesome! He listened to our goals and made sure that we reached them. I would definitely recommend Sunsational Swim School!
April M on yelp
Excellent! Keri was amazing! My two grandchildren were actually swimming at the end of six lessons. Keri’s encouraging and patient attitude made this a wonderful experience for everyone. Highly recommend!
Customer Review On google
Albino was very patient and friendly. My child learned a lot from him, and really enjoyed his lessons.
Customer Review On yelp
Took a long time to be paired with an instructor, probably because of my son being Autistic and needing to find the right fit. We were a bit sad to start lessons so late in the summer but we absolutely love our instructor Artjom. He is very sweet with my son and is an excellent teacher. Sunsational has been good about following up on their process in getting us paired with an instructor and now in seeing how our experience is going. I'd recommend this place, just make sure you reach out well before summer to get placed in time during the highest demand time.

Customer Review On yelp
Sunsational was well organized, fast and sent me two quality swim instructors who arrived on time to each lesson. The first one was also highly qualified but didn't seem to have as much experience with my son's age as he didn't want to do 3/4 lessons with her. But the second one, Melissa, was fantastic with my 2 year old. She knows how to communicate at his level to make the lesson seem like fun play. She is energetic, sweet, knows how to communicate at his level to make the lesson seem like fun play. She is energetic, sweet, lively and has the overall good vibe you want someone to have around your kids. My son was excitedly anticipating his next lesson with her and all her fun props.
Customer Review On yelp
Ms. Terrin was so awesome with my kids! After a bit of confusion with scheduling and matching us with an instructor, they ended up matching us with Terrin and we could not have been happier! We completed 12 sessions with my 1.5 AND 3 year old. At the start of their lessons, my 3 year old was a bit intimidated with the water but by the end of their sessions, he was able to swim on his own far enough to get to a safe zone in our pool. Terrin was always on time and super patient with both kids. They both LOVED her and had so much FUN!!
Customer Review On yelp
Sunsational swim school has been amazing for us. We have used them for several years to teach my kids to swim. They come to your house and accommodate your schedule! This year our youngest needed to learn to swim. She enjoyed pool time but was content in her floaty and didn't care to learn to swim, then we were paired with Mary! Mary has been an AMAZING teacher for our daughter. She was swimming within a couple of weeks and even more excited to be in the pool now. We appreciated Mary for getting to know our daughter and really focusing her approach based on her temperament/skill/comfort level. Mary has been absolutely perfect for our family and I would highly recommend her!
Customer Review On yelp

Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Private Swim Lessons Group Swim Lessons
AVG TIME WITH EACH
STUDENT (30 MIN LESSON)
30 Minutes 5 Minutes
SUITABLE FOR SPECIAL NEEDS/ BEHAVIOR ISSUES OR VERY FEARFUL SWIMMERS? Yes No
AVG. # LESSONS TO BECOME A SWIMMER (3YRS+) 8-12 lessons 60+
AVERAGE TIME TO SWIM 2-4 weeks (3-4x week) 1-3 years
TOTAL COST FOR A SWIMMER $708-$1140
(12 private lessons)
$2000-$6000+
(@ $160/month for 1x week)

Frequently Asked Questions

What age groups do you offer private swim lessons for?
We offer private swim lessons for swimmers of all ages, starting as young as 6 months and going through adulthood. Whether your child is a baby, toddler, or school-age, or you’re an adult looking to overcome a fear of water, our experienced instructors create personalized lesson plans to suit every age and skill level.
How long does it take to learn how to swim with private lessons?
While every swimmer is different, we proudly offer a Learn to Swim Guarantee for children ages 3 and up. Most students meet their water safety goals within just 12 lessons. Private swim lessons allow for one-on-one instruction, so learning is typically much faster compared to group lessons.
What are the benefits of private swim lessons vs group?
Private swim lessons offer personalized attention, ensuring each student receives tailored instruction based on their unique learning style and needs. In a private setting, the instructor can focus entirely on the swimmer's progress, allowing for faster skill development and addressing specific concerns or fears. There are also other considerations when you ask "are private swim lessons worth it?" In most cases, we find the answer to be yes.
Where is your pool located?
We specialize in private, at-home swimming lessons. Our swim instructors come to you and service all of Phoenix, AZ and surrounding areas.
What happens if I don’t have a pool at home?
No pool? No problem! Many of our clients use a neighborhood or community pool for their lessons. Our swim instructors are happy to meet you at any safe, local pool of your choosing. .
What qualifications do your instructors have?
All Sunsational Swim Instructors are certified in CPR, First Aid, and Water Safety. Many of our instructors in Phoenix, AZ also have additional certifications in lifeguarding, water aerobics, and infant swimming. We ensure that every instructor has at least two years of teaching experience and undergoes rigorous background checks. Every instructor is fully insured and covered under Sunsational Swim School's insurance policy.
What is your Learn to Swim Guarantee?
Our Learn to Swim Guarantee promises that children ages 3 years and older will demonstrate critical water safety skills after 12 private lessons. Specifically, they’ll be able to swim to the side of the pool after an unexpected fall. If your child hasn’t reached this milestone, we’ll offer up to four additional lessons at no cost to ensure they meet the goal.
What is the cost and how many lessons are typically required?
The cost of private swim lessons varies based on the package you choose, with options ranging from 6 to 18 lessons. For most students, we recommend at least 12 lessons to build essential swimming and water safety skills, and we proudly offer a Learn to Swim Guarantee within those 12 lessons for children ages 3 and up. Begin a registration now to select your package and see a full, no obligation price quote.
When can I register? How?
We offer year-round rolling registration, allowing you to sign up and start lessons at any time that suits you. This flexibility helps accommodate busy schedules and seasonal preferences. Our website offers an easy registration process where you can specify your needs, goals, schedule, and any special requests. You can also call us to register over the phone M-F 830am-5pm PST at 1-888-788-2140.

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