Private Swim Lessons
in Jacksonville, FL

When you register for private swim lessons with one of Sunsational Swim School’s Jacksonville-area instructors, rest assured that your child will quickly gain the water safety skills needed to help them avoid danger at your home or community pool. Our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee gives you the best possible opportunity for your swimmer to know how to avoid a fall into the pool, and how to turn around and get to the side if they do wind up in the water.

Our Jacksonville swim lessons are designed for learners of all ages—infant, toddler, older child, or even adult!—teaching needed skills in a matter of weeks, rather than the months it often takes with community swim lessons. Your swimmer will be able to approach water situations confidently, from your backyard pool to the water parks in Orlando on your next family vacation.

And, should your child want to swim competitively with one of the many Jacksonville-area swim teams, we can match them with an instructor with years of coaching experience, to get their strokes up to racing speed, teach flip turns, and refine their technique.

Maybe you or your significant other are training for a triathlon, or you have a young adult in the family that is hoping to pass a military swim test. No problem! We’ll pair you with a swim teacher with ample experience in helping adults to drop times, swim smarter, and perhaps win a race or two. (And, if you’re just plain afraid of the water, we’ve got great instructors for that too.)

There’s never a bad time to learn to swim with Sunsational! Whether you’re out hitting Jacksonville Beach, having fun at Shipwreck Island Water Park, or enjoying your own private swimming pool, learning how to enjoy the water safely is a must. At Sunsational Swim School, we bring those essential swimming skills to you.

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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville

Focus on Water Safety

Because most drownings in Jacksonville happen in backyard swimming pools, we prioritize teaching water safety skills in our private lessons. At the core of our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee is learning how to safely recover from a fall into the water: knowing where to locate the closest wall, how to turn around, and how to reach the side.

Convenient Scheduling

Our instructors teach classes according to your timeframe. Need lessons on the weekends or want to schedule back-to-back sessions for three kids? Definitely!

Customized Lesson Plans

While community swim classes repeatedly use the same techniques, Sunsational Swim instructors design individualized lesson plans for every student. This personalized approach helps swimmers work through any fears and make quick progress in their swim skills, and our teachers’ fun, encouraging style makes every class a success.

Home or Community Pool: Your Choice!

Why drive from Neptune Beach to Palm Valley for swim instruction when you can save time and money by learning to swim at home? Sunsational Swim teachers give private swim lessons anywhere in the greater Jacksonville area—it’s up to you!

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
Daniel is our son's instructor. He has been fantastic with our son, who loves his lessons! Daniel has been on time, extremely easy to work with, encourages our son, and has been flexible with his schedule.
Claudia J on yelp
My husband and I are so glad we selected your company for swim lessons for our daughters. When I first called, all of my questions were answered in detail and I was provided additional helpful information. We were quickly matched with a great swim instructor, Maddie. She was amazing with our kids. Our 2 year old now knows basic swim techniques as well as survival techniques such as how to grab on to the wall and monkey crawl to the stairs. She has learned how to jump in and hold her breath and close her eyes. Our 1 year old learned age appropriate techniques (she started at 9 months). I am very happy with how our kids have progressed with the lessons.
Customer Review On yelp
My husband and I are so glad we selected your company for swim lessons for our daughters. When I first called, all of my questions were answered in detail and I was provided additional helpful information. We were quickly matched with a great swim instructor, Maddie. She was amazing with our kids. Our 2 year old now knows basic swim techniques as well as survival techniques such as how to grab on to the wall and monkey crawl to the stairs. She has learned how to jump in and hold her breath and close her eyes. Our 1 year old learned age appropriate techniques (she started at 9 months). I am very happy with how our kids have progressed with the lessons.
Customer Review On yelp
Sunsational swim school is a great deal. What's better than having a personal swim instructor teach your kids in your own pool? our teacher, Catherine, was excellent. Very patient and fun. The kids were excited every day for their lesson and could not wait for her to come. I would recommend sunsational to anyone wanting to teach pool safety and swimming in their own home.
Customer Review On yelp
I had a great experience taking lessons from Catherine. She covered most of the strokes and skills in a month's time (3 hours a week) and taught them in an effective manner. I have learned so much in a short period of time thanks to her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone taking swim lessons. thanks, Sunsational
Customer Review On yelp
Sunsational Swim School is a great deal. What's better than having a personal swim instructor teach your kids in your own pool? our teacher, Catherine was excellent. very present and fun. the kids were excited every day for there lesson and could not wait for her to come. I would recommend Sunsational to anyone wanting to teach pool safety and swimming in there own home.
Customer Review On yelp
Ms. Catherine did an amazing job teaching my son how to swim! My son now loves to dive under the water, he was so scared before. She made it fun for him and taught him so much!
Jamie F on yelp
Catherine is great! The kids loved her. They had fun and learned at the same time.
Customer Review On google
Our swim instructor was flexible to our meeting time. She spent a great deal of time educating my daughter and me [parent] on ways to continue to work with her. She was very comfortable with kids.
Customer Review On customer lobby
Setting up lessons online was so easy. Then I was contacted by the instructor via email and text. Kylei has been absolutely wonderful with my daughter. I did not expect as much progress in swimming in such a short time. Thank you!.
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 Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL 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 1-904-701-7397.

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