Kids Swim Lessons

Q: What if my child already knows how to swim?

If your child already has swimming experience, our instructors will help place them in the level that best matches their current skills. From there, swimmers continue progressing through the SwimSure™ curriculum while refining their technique, building endurance, and strengthening water safety skills.

Q: What age are kids swim lessons designed for?

Kids Swim Lessons are designed for children ages 4 and up who are ready to build stronger swimming skills and learn more independently in the water. At this stage, swimmers work directly with their instructor while developing confidence, coordination, and foundational swim techniques that support lifelong water safety.

Age: 4+ years

Kids

Level 6 - Private Lesson

Level 6 is the perfect starting point for new swimmers ages 4 and up. This private 1-on-1 lesson builds comfort in the water while teaching essential safety and swim fundamentals through fun, structured lessons. Swimmers grow more independent with every class as they develop strength, water awareness, and trust in themselves.

Age: 4+ years

Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 1:1

Class Length: 20 mins

Prerequisites: None

Kids

Level 7 - Private Lesson

Level 7 is designed for swimmers who already have a solid foundation and are ready to fine-tune their technique, safety skills, and endurance. Through private 1-on-1 instruction, each lesson focuses on refining strokes, mastering independent safety techniques, and building confidence with every kick and glide. With a supportive teacher and goal-based progress tracking, swimmers in this level become safe, skilled, and self-assured in the water.

Age: 4+ years

Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 1:1

Class Length: 20 mins

Prerequisites:

Go underwater for 8-10 sec.
Kick independently, 10’
Independent glide
Backfloat independently, 10 sec.
Independent rollover
Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

Kids

Level 8 - Private Lesson

Level 8 focuses on stamina, stroke refinement, and water safety through private 1-on-1 instruction in a fun, encouraging environment. Swimmers work on improving their freestyle technique, mastering side breathing, and building endurance for longer swims. Each lesson helps kids swim stronger and farther with growing independence and reinforcing safety while boosting form, confidence, and a lifelong love for the water.

Age: 4+ years

Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 1:1

Class Length: 20 mins

Prerequisites:

Independent face-in streamline kick, 12’
Independent streamline back kick, 12’
Assisted side kick
Independent underwater paddles
Independent rollover breath
Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim AND Roll-to-Backfloat)

Kids

Level 9 - Private Lesson

Level 9 is designed for advanced swimmers ready to swim longer distances with greater control, coordination, and confidence. Through private 1-on-1 instruction, each class builds endurance and refines technique in a supportive, high-energy environment. Perfect for kids eager to take the next leap in their swim journey, this level blends fun and focus, encouraging personal bests, consistent effort, and safety at every stage. It’s where everything comes together, preparing swimmers for even bigger milestones ahead.

Age: 4+ years

Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 1:1

Class Length: 20 mins

Prerequisites:

Independent side kick with breath, 15’
Independent freestyle arms with side breath, 15’
Independent elementary backstroke, 15’
Independent Jump-Turn-Swim
Independent treading water, 30 sec.

Please note: Class availability and size may vary by location.

How SwimSure™ Levels Work

We’ve developed 11 SwimSure™ levels with over 100 age-appropriate milestones, giving every child a clear, encouraging path forward. Each level builds real safety and confidence through proven teaching methods that use songs, games, and guided practice, keeping kids engaged while they make steady progress.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kids Swim Lessons

What if my child already knows how to swim?

What skills do children learn in kids swim lessons?

Kids Swim Lessons focus on helping swimmers build strong technique and water confidence while progressing through our SwimSure™ milestone-based curriculum. Depending on the level, swimmers may work on skills such as:

Independent floating and body positioning
Freestyle and backstroke technique
Breath control and rhythmic breathing
Swimming longer distances with confidence
Rolling to a safe breathing position
Foundational water safety skills

Each level builds on the previous one so swimmers continue developing stronger skills as they progress.

What age are kids swim lessons designed for?

Kids Swim Levels (Ages 4+) at Swim to Shore Swim School

Swim to Shore Swim School offers a proven SwimSure™ curriculum with 11 progressive swim levels designed for children ages 4 and up. Each level is built around key milestones, helping kids gain confidence, develop water safety, and strengthen swimming technique step by step.

From beginners just starting to put skills together to more experienced swimmers working on advanced strokes, our structured program ensures every child is placed in the class that matches their ability. With small class sizes and certified instructors, kids receive the guidance and encouragement they need to progress through each stage successfully.

Our goal is to help every child age 4 and older not only learn to swim, but to thrive in the water with lasting confidence and safety.

Kids Swim Lessons

Age: 4+ years

Kids

Level 6 - Private Lesson

Kids

Level 7 - Private Lesson

Kids

Level 8 - Private Lesson

Kids

Level 9 - Private Lesson

How SwimSure™ Levels Work

What's your level?

Frequently Asked Questions

Kids Swim Lessons

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