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Your baby’s first splash should be fun – not stressful. But with drowning being the leading cause of death for young children under the age of five, including babies, water safety isn’t optional – it’s essential. That’s where our top-rated, experienced instructors come in.

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Fun, safe & effective baby swim lessons in Opa Locka!

Our Opa Locka swim lessons help your little one progress from their first splashes to advanced safety skills using gentle, proven techniques like songs, games, and guided movements, our instructors teach your baby to:

We call this the Sunsational Safety Sequence. We even offer parent-and-baby lessons to ease you both into the water together.

Studies show that formal swim lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88%, making our swim school a crucial part of family safety. This is especially true if you have a home pool, as over 72% of pool drownings occur at home.

Give your baby a head start on safety and building confidence in the water!

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5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike

'Michaela was awesome. My sons face lit up every time Michaela came over for swim lessons. She was great with him in the water and was always early, communicative and flexible with the schedule.' -Vanessa D

Vanessa d.

They connected us to a great isntructor in Miami, Florida. Bryan was amazing and super kind to our baby.

Noelia J.

Jose was a great swimming instructor for my toddler. He was reliable and flexible with my schedule. Also he was very patient in his teaching methoda to ensure that my toddler felt comfortable in the water. Jose is a good person. I highly recommend him as a swimming instructor for toddlers.

Jocelyn R.

Marianela, is an awesome swim instructor and does amazing with my 11 month old. She's patient, calm, and encouraging. I couldn't ask for more. Thank you Marianela for being so awesome!

NaQueshia M.

Stephanie has been amazing! She was flexible with scheduling. My daughter enjoyed her classes with and now has basic swim skills because of her lessons!

Monica P.

Our instructor Hailey was communicative, easy to coordinate with, and most importantly made our toddler feel comfortable in the water and excited to swim!

Amanda G.

Miami Gardens

Mr. Gary is great with my 2 year old daughter. He definitely won her over from the first few classes. We've seen a major improvement in her. She's already going under water and knows how to monkey crawl to the stairs compared to the first day where she didn't even want to get in the water. We are extremely happy with Mr. Gary. Can't wait to see where she'll be in the next few classes.

Janessi T.

Marinella is fantastic with our 2-year-old! She knows exactly how to push JUST enough to keep her growing and becoming more comfortable in the water, without her becoming scared or overwhelmed! She makes the whole lesson seen like playtime while still teaching her the basics of swimming. We couldn't be happier with Marinella! -Nate D.

Nate D.

Anastasia was fantastic to work with! She was always on time. My 18 month old looked forward to seeing her and his confidence improved with each lesson. We'd love to work with her again!

Bridges A.

Marianela (Nela) Marquina, increíble y paciente con mis dos hijos. Mis hijos cofían en ella, y realmente disfrutaron su tiempo con ella. Ella es increíble y no podríamos estar más agradecidos. Gracias Marianela!

Natalia B.

'We had Laura as our instructor. She was very professional and always on time. She is such a sweet person and accommodating . We had the best experience with her.' -Sukriti S.

Sukriti S.

Our swim instructor was Adrian (Aquaman). He was great with our 1.5 yr old. He personalized the lessons and approach depending on what my son was receptive to. My son started learning skills from the first lesson. Adrian tried incorporating different pool toys/tools to see what my son would be comfortable with and to aid in learning. The majority of the lessons focused on drowning prevention and survival skills in the pool, and I feel like we made great strides in helping my little one be safer in the water.

Maria D.

Bryan taught my 2 1/2 year old son how to swim in 3 months. Very engaging, caring, and down to earth kind of teacher so my son adored him.

Christina R.

We couldn’t believe how much our baby learned in such a short amount of time! Our instructor was friendly, informative and great with our baby! - Danielle McCambridge

Danielle M.

My 1.5 yeard old daughter enjoyed classes with Marianela! Nela found an instant contact with my baby and had fun while learning how to swim. Nela teached not only the baby but also a parent how to facilitate learning experience. Highly recommend.

Olga H.

Over there summer we had instructor Marianela (Nela) Marquina, teach our little Lorenzo swimming lessons. I was blown away by how prepared she was. She came equipped with toys and patience. Lorenzo never had an issue with water, as a matter of fact he has an affinity for water, which is the reason why we wanted to give him lessons. By the end of our time with Nela, Lorenzo was closing his mouth and holding his breath underwater, and successfully reaching the walls of the pool. We were thoroughly impressed with his progress with her. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to show their babies the first lessons of swimming.

Priscilla A.

Marianela (Nela) Marquina, excellent in all aspects. Both of my kids were in love with her. My 1-year-old was very scared and within days she learned to let go and trust Marianela. My 3 year old loves her, and really enjoyed his time with her. Thank You, Marianela for the amazing time with my kids and your professionalism.

Natalia B.

'I've already recommended Sunsational Swim School to multiple friends - this service is just the best! I'm excited to sign up for more lessons for my toddler. He's learned a ton in just a few weeks - including how to find the edge of the pool and pull himself out all by himself. The instructor is fantastic and I can't speak highly enough of everyone involved.' -Sara C.

Sara C.

Marianela (Nela) Marquina, excellent in all aspects. Both of my kids were in love with her. My 1-year-old was very scared and within days she learned to let go and trust Marianela. My 3-year old loves her, and really enjoyed his time with her. Thank you, Marianela for the amazing time with my kids and your professionalism.

Natalia B.

Sunsational has been great in helping us match with a great teacher for our toddler!

Darshan S.

This swim school is excellent! My two year old daughter has basically learned the basics of how to swim in 6 classes. Marianela was our instructor and she was very knowledgeable and great with kids. She was punctual and very flexible with her schedule. I definitely recommend!

Vianka P.

We love Sydney! She is so patient, has such positive energy, and we noticed progress almost immediately! Highly recommend Sydney and Sunsational Swim! - Stephanie Butler

Stephanie B.

Kaleigh B. is a wonderful swim teacher for my 1 year-old son. She puts him at ease in the water and makes the lessons lots of fun! I am thrilled with his progress :)

JULIE S.

Mathew was a great swim instructor to my 2 boys. He made an effort to connect with them and develop a relationship which helped my boys learn better and look forward to their swim lessons. Thank you!

Ji S.

Davie

incredible! both my daughters loved Nela and I would recommend her to anyone!

Corey H.

Because of the pandemic, we decided to do private swim lessons in my pool! Nela is great!!! Marianela Marquina is so patient and focused with a plethora of information for parents and grandparents. Nela was here 3 times a week all summer and my grandson was loving his lessons. Now we have a new addition and looking forward to getting him started with Nela soon as the water warms up.

Laurie S.

Marianela is more than we could ever have asked for; she has been beyond to help my son and I both feel comfortable and enjoy the lessons. She always spends extra time when she is available, she is very in tune with the toddler mood for the day and adjusts lessons accordingly, and above all, she has taught my son so much! In just a matter of weeks, she feels like another member of our family and my son asks everyday if we can go swim with Mrs. Marianela!!

Amanda S.

'We had an incredible experience!! Julia was our swim instructor and was able to come to our house to teach our almost 2 year old how to be safe in and around the pool. He is now almost able to swim to the side and get to the stairs safely, whereas before he would have been afraid! Julia was so kind and very patient with our son. She was awesome! Highly recommend Sunsational Swim School!!' - Annah T.

Annah T.

My daughter had swimming lessons with Marianela and we loved them! She learned how to hold her breath underwater in just a day and by the end of the week she was grabbing toys from the bottom of the pool. Marianela was very patient with her and knew how to keep my daughter entertained. My daughter was laughing the whole class! I really recommend Marianela if you want your children to learn while having fun.

María F.

Julia with sunsational swim school was amazing with our daughter! In just a couple lessons she was already climbing out of the pool on her own and by the end of 6 lessons she was able to successfully swim to the wall on her own. Julia was patient and took her time even with 2 year old tantrums. She was very responsive and always texted tips and tricks to try in between lessons to help build confidence in the water. I would recommend her as a coach to anyone looking!

Lacy H.

Coral Springs

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When can babies start swim lessons?

From backyard pools to sun-drenched beach days, water is everywhere, but is your baby ready? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends reducing the risk of accidental drowning by starting swim lessons as early as six months to start building essential water safety skills.

A lifetime of water adventures is such a precious gift for your child. But the foundation of that gift needs to be child water safety skills. Start early, stay safe!

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Why choose Sunsational Swim School?

WE FIT YOUR SCHEDULE

When you have a baby swimming lesson with Sunsational you get to choose a lesson time that works for you. You can even book more than one student back to back, so all your kids can have lessons at the same time.

QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS

Sunsational works with independent swim instructors who have experience teaching swim lessons. Instructors go through a vetting process that includes background checks and experience working with children. All instructors maintain current CPR certification.

WE COMETO YOU

Don’t worry about running your kids all over town to attend infant swimming lessons, because our instructors can come straight to your door. If you don’t have a pool, we can use your nearest community pool!

WE CARE ABOUT WATER SAFETY

After years of offering swimming lessons for babies, we understand that building water safety skills is an important part of learning to swim. Instructors focus on helping students develop these skills through guided play, repetition, and positive experiences to build foundational swimming skills.

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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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Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualized instruction

Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

Preset class schedules, often different schedules for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

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Infant swim lessons near me made easy for parents

Getting to swim classes in Opa Locka can be tough – that’s why we bring the lessons to you! We want your baby to be comfortable in the water, so we offer private parent and baby lessons or the option to create a small baby group (3 to 6 babies) with your friends. Our instructors make it easy for everyone to have fun while learning key water safety skills together.

Babies will receive a certificate after completing their lessons. What’s more fun than your baby earning a certificate with their friends?

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Levels we teach in 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

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5 reasons to start swim lessons for your baby now

Many Opa Locka parents wonder if their baby is too young to start learning to swim. They think babies will eventually learn the skills on their own, or that the skill isn’t necessary. Here’s why starting lessons early is a smart choice:

Water safety starts early

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children under four. Babies are naturally curious, which is why baby swimming lessons make so much sense. An awareness of the water, and water safety skills, could very well save your child’s life one day.

Decreased risk of drowning

It’s not always possible to watch your child every second, and water is often part of everyday life—from bathtubs and backyard pools to beaches, splash pads, and family outings. Young children can be at risk around even small amounts of water, especially infants & toddlers under 5. Swimming lessons can help children build comfort in the water and begin developing important water safety skills as part of a broader approach to drowning prevention.

Encourages social interaction

Swimming and playing in the pool with parents and other babies helps boost babies' social development. Babies learn through shared experiences, laughter, and engaging in activities together. Your child shouldn't have to skip these character-forming moments due to a fear of the water or because you simply haven't found the time for swim lessons.

Builds their strength

For babies, swimming helps strengthen their muscles, improve coordination, and enhance their motor skills – all without any unnecessary stress on joints. Plus, the water’s resistance provides a full-body workout, even for the tiniest of swimmers. Swimming may even help learn to walk sooner thanks to better muscle control.

Lifelong skill that starts early

Swimming is a skill for life. Providing your baby with swimming lessons opens up a whole new arena of fun and fitness that they can participate in all their lives. If you don't know how to swim, consider taking a parent and baby swim class together or taking adult swim lessons on your own. Create core memories in the water, together!

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How parent and baby swim lessons help build confidence around the water

Babies as young as six months old benefit from pool time in the arms of a trusted adult. Infant swim lessons allow your child to enjoy the water before they have a chance to learn fear. Positive pool experiences help babies remain calm so they can progress to learn effective water navigation skills such as kicking and back floats.

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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

The benefits of swim lessons extend beyond the pool. The sensory and motor stimulation resulting from pool time creates new neurons that positively impact confidence and even intelligence. Bilateral movements, or using both sides of the body, help increase the connections between the two hemispheres of the brain, which will later help with skills like language development, spatial awareness and reading.

How to prepare your baby for swim lessons

Not ready for a formal class yet? Start at home! Simple activities in the bathtub, like gently pouring water over your baby’s head, introducing words like “kick” and “splash”, or laying them on their back in shallow water, can help them feel comfortable in the water before their first lesson.

When you’re ready for the pool, help your baby be successful with these tips:

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Feed them at least 30 minutes before a lesson to prevent tummy discomfort
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Pack essentials like swim diapers, towels, dry clothes, and fresh diapers
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Arrive early so you have time to get ready
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Ease into the water to keep the experience positive

Water safety is always the number one priority

Even the most comprehensive water training program isn’t enough to drown-proof your child. Babies should always be within arm’s reach in the water, and children should never swim unsupervised. The goal of baby swim lessons is to help build comfort in the water and introduce foundational water safety skills, which may help reduce the chance of accidental drowning as part of a broader approach to water safety. This includes active supervision, pool fences and barriers, alarms, and other safety measures, but risk can never be eliminated completely. Even if your little one was the star of the class, it’s important to remain vigilant with supervision to help ensure positive and safe experiences in and around the water for years to come.

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Featured baby swim instructors in Opa Locka, FL

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Opa Locka. Every Sunsational swim teacher is vetted, CPR 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!

Janarria W.

Miami Gardens, Florida 33169

Cristopher V.

Miami Shores, Florida 33168

Kamerin C.

Miami Shores, Florida 33168

Michaela R.

Miramar, Florida 33027

Samantha A.

North Miami Beach, Florida 33162-1343

CarolAnne L.

North Bay Village, Florida 33141

Daria M.

Miami, Florida 33125

Maria C.

Miami Beach, Florida 33154

Tetyana N.

Hollywood, FL 33021

Gabriella R.

Hollywood, Florida 33026

Syrien S.

Miami, Florida 33126

jayla w.

Miami, Florida 33130

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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!

Anastasia N.

Opa-locka, Florida 33054

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi, my name is Anastasia Nino. Im currently a college student majoring in industrial engineering. I started swimming when I was seven years old, and since then, I have loved swimming. I started competitive swimming at ten years old until I graduated from high school. I have experience teaching kids from 6 months to 14 years old. My hope for my students is to love swimming, not be scared of the water, and always be safe around it!

Hailey B.

Miami Gardens, Florida 33054

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi everyone, my name is Hailey! I have been teaching swim lessons since October 2019, and I have been swimming competitively since I was young as well! I currently teach swim lessons as well as coach competitive swimming. I have taught a variety of ages and skill levels and would love to teach you more about the sport I love so much! I cover safety topics as well as basic swimming skills, all the way to competitive swimming levels, and would love to teach you!

Janarria W.

Miami Gardens, Florida 33169

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello everybody! My name is Nari, and Ive been teaching lessons since February 2021. I started off with group lessons for ages 3-6 and then advanced to private lessons for infants through adults! I take a lot of pride in being able to teach lessons and watching my clients grow comfortable in the water. If I had to choose, I would say I really enjoy and prioritize water safety. Theres never a lesson where water safety cant be incorporated. More than that, though, my ultimate goal is to make a positive change in the world so lets start today!

Mia M.

Miami, FL 33169

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi :) My name is Mia. I have over 10 years of competitive swimming experience and love coaching the younger generation in the sport I love. I have been teaching swim lessons since March 2022, and what I love most about the job is the pure joy and excitement I see, as well as the growth and confidence that surfaces throughout the lessons. This fall, I will continue swimming competitively in college and look forward to teaching swim lessons this summer!

Shara V.

Miami Gardens, Florida 33055

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! My Name is Shara and Im 19 years old. I worked as a instructor for three years and would love to help your Child to swim. Swimming is not only a life skill it also teaches how to stay focused. I have a great program for beginners and advanced.

Cristopher V.

Miami Shores, Florida 33168

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

I am a passionate swim instructor with over three years of teaching experience, working with swimmers of all ages, starting from 12 months old. I currently swim competitively for Barry University, which has helped me develop strong discipline, leadership, and advanced swimming knowledge. My competitive background, along with years of instructing, allows me to teach everything from water safety and beginner skills to stroke technique, endurance, and competitive training. I have experience helping young children become comfortable in the water, as well as coaching older swimmers who want to improve technique and performance.

Kamerin C.

Miami Shores, Florida 33168

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi, my name is Kamerin. I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since September 2022! I love coaching and watching children accomplish goals! I used to competitively swim since I was 6 years old, and now I am a college student-athlete here in Miami. I cant wait to teach your children the basic and safety skills of swimming and hopefully be able to get them to become as advanced as possible!

Addison B.

Miami Shores, Florida 33168

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

My name is Addison Blackburn. I am a NCAA collegiate swimmer. I teach/coach private and group swim lessons as well as a recreational swim team. I have been coaching and teaching lessons since I was 15. I teach people of all ages and skill levels, from toddlers who are learning to float all the way to adults and competitive swimmers. I have been swimming my entire life, and I plan on continuing my journey with this sport for the rest of my life. I love to share my passion and knowledge of the sport with others!

Michaela R.

Miramar, Florida 33027

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi, Im Michaela! I became a swim instructor and lifeguard at the YMCA in 2017. I taught swim classes, one-on-one sessions, and more. Im ready to support and train swimmers of all ages. Growing up, swimming was my favorite thing to do. I learned at a young age at a sleepaway camp, and its been my passion ever since. Hopefully, I can grow your love of swimming, too!

Hanz G.

Hialeah, Florida 33015

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Hanz. I'm a nationally certified and state-certified EMT. I'm currently in paramedic school and plan to work with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. I have a 4-year-old daughter who loves to swim. I teach how to be safe around a pool, in and out of the water. Safety is my number one priority. I've been working with kids in the water since April 2020. The goal is to get them having fun and being comfortable in the water.

William S.

Miami Shores, Florida 33138

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Lifelong swimmer, high school state champ, college conference champ, and sprint freestyle specialist. 5-year summer league swim coach of teams numbering up to 300 kids ranging from 1 to 18. Have provided swim instruction to all ages, beginner to competitive. Child to adult. Work well with all types with a big personality and a big safe body frame to provide security and confidence while performing in pool instruction.

Andrea L.

Miami Springs, Florida 33166

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Andrea! I'm a highly motivated rising sophomore pre-nursing student at Florida State University, and I have been working as a lifeguard and swim instructor since June 2023. I have taught a wide variety of clients, from babies as young as one year old to children and adults, and I'm comfortable teaching in both English and Spanish. When teaching, my focus is on prioritizing water safety above all, ensuring every student feels safe and comfortable. I value clear communication, empathy, competence, and building a strong community in all that I do!

Samantha A.

North Miami Beach, Florida 33162-1343

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi, my name is Sam! I've taught swimming for 10 years & 18yrs of competitive experience! I love the water & sharing that with my students. I've taught: 3 months-teens, beginner-competitive & special needs students. My philosophy is to instill a genuine love for the water & swimming. Create a lesson plan that caters especially to your child ensuring they have a productive & fun experience. I focus on water safety in/around water, floating/buoyancy, swim position/technique & breathing control.

Joseph A.

West Park, Florida 33023

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Greetings, yall! My name is Joseph, and I have been swimming since I was 4 years old and havent stopped since. I have gone to Regionals, Districts, and even States when I was a rising senior in high school. Ive always had a passion for the sport, along with teaching it! I have a background in tutoring math and chess to all ages, which helps with my patience and understanding towards learning. Im so excited to start lessons with anyone who is just as excited to learn! Thank you for your time.

Eve K.

North Bay Village, Florida 33141

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hey, my name is Eve Knoblauch. I was a competitive swimmer for 13 years and have taught swimming lessons to students of all levels since February 2021. My favorite part of teaching swimming lessons is seeing how much students improve. It is always amazing to see someone who was previously afraid of the water swimming on their own and loving it.

Alexander H.

Miami Lakes, Florida 33018

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello, my name is Alexander. Ive been swimming for 5 years from middle to high school. I was the captain of the water polo team and trained others to enhance and enjoy swimming! Lets swim together!!

CarolAnne L.

North Bay Village, Florida 33141

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is CarolAnne, and Im a 23-year-old swim instructor originally from Fayetteville, Arkansas, excited to call Miami my new home! I began lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons at 16, working with children of all ages and skill levels. By 17, I was teaching year-round at the Boys & Girls Club, including one-on-one lessons for children as young as 1. I earned my B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Arkansas, where I was also a Razorback Cheerleader. Im CPR/AED certified for adults, children, and infants and have been certified since 2020. I love creating fun, positive lessons that build confidence, swimming skills, and water safety!

Erika B.

Miami Beach, FL 33141

Sunsational Vetted Since 2018

Hi, my name is Riki and I have been teaching swim lessons for over 5 years, ages ranging from 3 to older adults and at all skill levels. I graduated from North Carolina State University in 2016. I was a part of the Varsity Swim team and also earned a degree in Environmental Sciences, concentrating in Marine Sciences. I love teaching swimming because it is such an important survival skill (especially in Florida!) as well as great way to stay in shape or get into an awesome competitive sport.

Daria M.

Miami, Florida 33125

Sunsational Vetted Since 2021

My name is Daria and I have been teaching swim for 23 years. I have taught all ages from infants, parent and me classes, to junior lifeguards and have trained fellow lifeguards. I used to manage an entire pool facility in Glendale, California. I have a Bachelors degree in Communications, and a Masters degree in International Relations. I have taught English to refugees, exchange students and camp kids. I love sharing my joy of swimming in a safe and uplifting environment.

Ricardo C.

Miami Beach, Florida 33141

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, I am Captain Ricardo C. I am a Sailor, Yacht Captain, Spear Fisherman, Angler, and Marine Conservationist. The Sea is my home. I come from a family of swimmers, my mom was a college varsity swimmer and my dad was an Olympic swimmer. I have taught swimming for many years to people of all ages including people with a wide range of disabilities. To me, it's an honor and a privilege to introduce people to the medium of water. I take great pride and joy in my work. I'm kind, patient, and fun!

ORIT F.

Miami, Florida 33180

Sunsational Vetted Since 2022

I have been working with children for over 25 years. I have 20 years of instructing swimming and martial arts to children and adults of all ages. In addition, I have worked with special needs children in and out of the pool. I have also taught swimming to fearful swimmers. I love teaching children and watching them learn and improve their skill set. I have a Bachelors Degree from the University of Miami and a Masters Degree in education from Adelphi University.

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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.

Yes! Sunsational specializes in private, at-home baby swimming lessons, where our instructors come directly to your pool or community facility in Opa Locka. It’s the easiest way for your baby to learn in a calm, familiar setting.

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 Opa Locka, 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.

Yes. Swimming is not only defined as the four major swim strokes, but the ability to propel through the water. Your baby can learn how to use their little limbs, breathing and sense of direction to deliberately move from point a to b in the water, once they start walking. These skill sets are learned in a progressive manner and each child learns at a different pace. Our infant swim lesson teachers are experienced in coaching your baby to learn these skills in a fun, encouraging, and accelerated way. Even if your baby is not ready to swim, we'll work on swim and safety skills like blowing bubbles (breath control), kicking, rolling over onto our back and floating.

Your baby’s first swim lesson is designed to be gentle, fun, and completely pressure-free. The goal isn’t to make your baby swim right away—it’s to help them feel safe, happy, and relaxed in the water. Tears on the first day are not unexpected!

Your Sunsational instructor will start by introducing your baby to the pool gradually: gentle splashing, floating with support, and playful water exploration. Parents or caregivers are always encouraged to be present.

Most Opa Locka parents begin lessons around 6 months old, when babies can comfortably hold their heads up and start exploring the water. Babies who have early exposure to swim lessons and the water are proven to have reduced anxieties and emotional obstacles learning how to swim. The water at this age is a familiar place as it’s similar to floating in the womb. Sunsational’s certified instructors offer private, at-home baby swimming lessons throughout Miami, helping your little one feel confident and safe early on.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational instructor in Opa Locka is certified in CPR and insured under our company liability insurance policy. What's more, every Sunsational Swim instructor has previous teaching experience, and most have at least of 2 seasons of professional aquatic experience. We emphasize comfort, floating, and water awareness—always at your baby’s pace.

Every child learns differently, but with consistent, one-on-one instruction, most Opa Locka infants begin floating and showing swim readiness within our 12 or 18 lesson package. Sunsational’s personalized approach—taught in your own pool—helps babies progress faster than in group lessons. We find that the most common and most influential factors in the student’s learning pace are repetition and consistency. To that end, we recommend our baby students take 3 lessons per week for maximum skill retention and fast progression.

While we specialize in private, at-home infant swim classes in Opa Locka, you do not need to have a pool to register for our lessons. Our infant swim teachers near you can meet you at any pool of your choice in Miami. In some areas, we even have some swim instructors who can provide a pool for your lessons. To find out if we have instructors with pool access in your specific area, you can begin a registration here

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 Opa Locka, 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.

For baby and some toddler lessons, parent participation is encouraged for building water comfort. For older children (typically ages 2+), parents are not specifically encouraged to be in the water, as our one-on-one private instruction is designed to build independence. However, we always require a responsible adult to be present on the premises for all lessons with minors. If you have specific preferences or concerns, our team is happy to accommodate them in your registration. We tailor each lesson to your comfort and goals.

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