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Private Swim Lessons inScottsdale

Looking for the best private swim lessons near me? It’s always a Sunsational time to learn to swim in Scottsdale! Our private swim lessons in Scottsdale ensure rapid progress in essential water safety skills

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Private swim lessons in Scottsdale, AZ

Bring your private swim lessons home with Sunsational Swim School

With our Learn-to-Swim Guarantee, if your child can’t demonstrate the “Sunsational Swim Sequence” by the twelfth lesson, we’ll give you up to four additional classes for free! Lessons are available for all ages: infants, toddlers, older children, and adults, helping swimmers gain confidence, safety and skills in weeks, whether at your home pool or a local community pool in the Scottsdale area.

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Why our students and parents love us!

5-star rated by parents and swimmers alike

I have had a great experience with Sunsational Swim School! They were very accommodating with our families schedule! IOur Instructor Brianne is amazing with my three year old daughter! She is professional, on time, and positive! My daughter looks forward to swim lessons with her!

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Jennifer S.

Alex has been phenomenal with our 11 month old. We have already seen so much improvement in just 10 classes. He is very patient and kind with her.

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Daniela S.

Phoenix

Kaitlin is an amazing swim instructor for my 1.5-year-old daughter, Mia. She's flexible, fun, compassionate, and funny. Thanks to Kaitlin, Mia loves her swim lessons.

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Emily W.

Madisen was a fantastic teacher for our 2 and 3 year old boys; their progress was amazing! We feel so much safer around the water and their confidence has made being in pool so fun. They can’t wait to show us what they learned. I would love to have her come back next year. - Tracy Rhoades

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Tracy R.

Just wanted to drop a line to tell you just how pleased I am with the progress my 18 month old granddaughter, Macie, has made in the swimming lessons. Her teacher, Gina, has been absolutely wonderful. She is so upbeat and patient, even when Macie has been grumpy. She has always been able to get Macie in the mood for swimming! Gina is friendly and professional; and I now count her among my friends. Thank you, Gina, for a job well done!

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Nicole B.

Taylor has the patience of a saint, and we feel Grateful to have been paired with her. The lessons have been fun and very gentle, but we’ve witnessed tremendous progress over the course of 12 lessons. We aren’t quite there, but I have full confidence in Taylor’s teaching ability and my toddlers growing confidence.

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Corbin B.

Gilbert

Grace, our instructor was so amazing and patient with our two year old and really taught good technique in swimming. We were very pleased.

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Caitlin T.

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Jonathan G.

Glendale

Popular Swimming Lesson Programs

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

Seahorse Skills

Tread water

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

Dolphin Skills

Breaststroke

Jump into pool tread water 10s return to side

Forward somersault

Skull head first 5m

Backstroke

Dolphin kick

Seal Skills

Technique refinement for all strokes

Tread water 30+ seconds

Retrieve underwater objects in deep water

Flip turns

Head first surface dive in deep water

Butterfly

Why are Scottsdale swimming lessons so important?

Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the US for children under 14, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes – even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:

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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

Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is one of the best ways to prevent drowning by teaching them essential water safety skills.

Benefits of private swimming lessons in Scottsdale

Water safety comes first

Our private swimming lessons in Scottsdale teach essential water safety skills from day one. Our Sunsational Swim School instructors focus on helping swimmers learn how to swim confidently to recover from unexpected falls into the water. The “Sunsational Swim Sequence” teaches students to turn around, find the wall, and swim to safety.

Personalized instruction for faster progress

Our experienced teachers make lesson plans guided by each swimmer’s needs and strengths, because every student learns to swim differently. Sunsational’s classes in Scottsdale utilize gentle, encouraging techniques so that kids and adults can conquer fears and learn to swim more quickly.

Top-rated Instructors

All Sunsational instructors are vetted, CPR certified, experienced aquatics professionals

Home or community pool: your choice!

You save time and money when you can choose the location that works best for your family. Sunsational Swim Instructors teach lessons at the Scottsdale-area pool you choose—in your neighborhood or your backyard!

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Member of National Drowning Prevention AllianceMember of United States Swim School AssociationMembers of Female FoundersMember Stop Drowning Now

How it works?

Start America’s #1 rated swimming lessons at your home pool as easy as 1,2,3

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Tell us what you're looking for in your private swim lessons in Scottsdale and we'll match you with the perfect Sunsational instructor.

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Shortly after registering, we connect you with your handpicked instructor based on your location, schedule, and preferences, who will contact you to schedule lessons.

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Dive in and start making waves! Our private swim lessons in Scottsdale are designed to help you or your child gain confidence and reach your swimming goals quickly.

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100% Satisfaction Guarantee

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!

Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

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Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualized instruction

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Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

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Preset class schedules, often different schedules for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

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Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons

Faster Progression saves money in the long run

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More Sessions Needed to see real progress

Comparing swim schools in Scottsdale?

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10,189🌟+ 5-Star Ratings from Happy Swimmers

Read Sunsational reviews from thousands of happy customers! Learn why families love our top-rated swim instructors and how we help students learn water safety and confidence in the water.

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Jennifer S.

I have had a great experience with Sunsational Swim School! They were very accommodating with our families schedule! IOur Instructor Brianne is amazing with my three year old daughter! She is professional, on time, and positive! My daughter looks forward to swim lessons with her!

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Daniela S.

Alex has been phenomenal with our 11 month old. We have already seen so much improvement in just 10 classes. He is very patient and kind with her.

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Emily W.

Kaitlin is an amazing swim instructor for my 1.5-year-old daughter, Mia. She's flexible, fun, compassionate, and funny. Thanks to Kaitlin, Mia loves her swim lessons.

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Tracy R.

Madisen was a fantastic teacher for our 2 and 3 year old boys; their progress was amazing! We feel so much safer around the water and their confidence has made being in pool so fun. They can’t wait to show us what they learned. I would love to have her come back next year. - Tracy Rhoades

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Nicole B.

Just wanted to drop a line to tell you just how pleased I am with the progress my 18 month old granddaughter, Macie, has made in the swimming lessons. Her teacher, Gina, has been absolutely wonderful. She is so upbeat and patient, even when Macie has been grumpy. She has always been able to get Macie in the mood for swimming! Gina is friendly and professional; and I now count her among my friends. Thank you, Gina, for a job well done!

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Caitlin T.

Grace, our instructor was so amazing and patient with our two year old and really taught good technique in swimming. We were very pleased.

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Corbin B.

Taylor has the patience of a saint, and we feel Grateful to have been paired with her. The lessons have been fun and very gentle, but we’ve witnessed tremendous progress over the course of 12 lessons. We aren’t quite there, but I have full confidence in Taylor’s teaching ability and my toddlers growing confidence.

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Torie V.

Shelby has been wonderful! She is very patient with my daughter and has made this experience really nice and stress-free! I would highly recommend her!

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Featured swim instructors in Scottsdale, AZ

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Scottsdale. 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.

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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!

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Aidan V.

Scottsdale, Arizona 85251

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! I'm Aidan, a recent University of Utah graduate with a degree in Kinesiology and a future medical student. I'm a Nationally Registered EMT, CPR certified, and a PADI-certified scuba diver with a passion for water safety. I previously taught children through the University of Utah's U-SWIM program, where I worked with students with developmental disabilities to build swimming skills and confidence in the water. My goal is to create a fun, encouraging, and safe environment where every swimmer can learn and grow at their own pace.

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Claire B.

Scottsdale, Arizona 85251

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! Im Claire, a dedicated swim instructor with six years of experience as a certified lifeguard. I am currently certified in CPR and First Aid, and I am passionate about helping swimmers of all ages build confidence, develop strong water safety skills, and improve their technique. I create a fun, positive, and supportive learning environment where every lesson is tailored to each swimmers individual needs and goals. Whether your child is just starting out, learning to swim independently, or refining their strokes, I focus on making lessons engaging while helping each swimmer progress at their own pace. My goal is to build confident, capable swimmers who feel safe and enjoy being in the water.

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Madeleine W.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hey there! My name is Maddie, and Id love to share my experience and love of the water! In each of my swim lessons, I make sure to prioritize safety, encourage challenge/growth, and have fun! Born and raised in Phoenix, AZ, swimming has always been a huge part of my life. I swam competitively for 12 years, and was able to swim NCAA Division 1 in college all four years (Go Bruins!). I have taught swim lessons since October 2021, and have taught ages 2-80, from beginner water safety to advanced stroke work. A fun fact about me: I recently returned home to AZ after 2 years of teaching English in Japan. Some more about me, I love hiking, making banana bread, and walking my dog Reuben.

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Eiley C.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018-7816

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hello! My name is Eiley! After being born and raised in North Carolina, I moved to Arizona for my day job. I have a passion for what I do and understand the importance of learning how to swim. I was the captain of my high school swim team and swam in college. I was also a lifeguard for years and have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I have taught ages 2-35 and love to take on a challenge!

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Kylie K.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi there! My name is Kylie and I am from Irvine, California. Currently I am a senior at Grand Canyon University studying to get my bachelors of science in nursing. I have been lifeguarding for 6 years and teaching swim lessons for 2 years at Woollet Aquatics Center back in California. I love working with kids, and have experience with several skill levels ages 3-10.

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Noah D.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Noah, a private swim instructor with over 3 years of experience teaching one-on-one and group lessons for all ages, from beginners to confident swimmers. I grew up training on a club swim team for 5 years in my younger years, spent almost every summer in high school and college lifeguarding, and recently spent a summer in Brazil learning to surf. I bring that same love for the water into every lesson I teach. Whether youre just getting comfortable in the pool or working on refining strokes, I adapt each session to your needs. I focus on building trust, safety, confidence, and making lessons fun! I look forward to working together.

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Emily A.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Ready to feel confident in the water? With 12+ years of lifeguarding experience, plus years of teaching both children and adults how to swim (and even training future lifeguards!), Ive learned that every swimmer is different. There isnt a one-size-fits-all approach, which is why I personalize every lesson to match your goals, comfort level, and learning style. My goal is to make swimming safe, fun, and confidence building, whether youre taking your very first lesson, overcoming a fear of the water, or wanting to improve your skills. When Im not in the water, youll probably find me surfing, in the ocean, grabbing a great cup of coffee, or chasing my next adventure. I cant wait to meet you!

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Julianna R.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi Im J! Ive been teaching swim for 6 years to individuals between the ages of 18 months to 86 years old. Ive had the honor to work with splendid humans with autism both in and out of the water as I was an Rbt for a few years. During these years I got the opportunity to be a varsity swim coach to high schoolers and a varsity coach for junior high kids!

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Brittany A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Brittany Andrews. I am 27 years old, and I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since May 2015! I have taught swim lessons to children starting at 6 months through adults varying in skill level from beginners to those working on stroke technique. I have taught people with special needs and of all physical abilities. For young students, I want to ensure that they are water-safe first before introducing strokes. For older students, I would teach more in-depth technique for all four strokes. I am passionate about helping people overcome fears and learn to love swimming!

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Hannah S.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi! Im Hannah and Im so excited for the opportunity to teach students how to swim. Ive been around water my whole life, from summer league swim team to coaching a USA swim team. My favorite activities are pool and lake days and I want to teach and empower students to love, learn and be aware of water as much as I am. Ive taught infants to adults how to swim, be comfortable in the water and improve stoke techniques. Cant wait to meet your family!

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Jessica C.

Tempe, Arizona 85287

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Jessica Cole, and I am a student at ASU. I have been a competitive swimmer for 12 years and recently found my passion in triathlons. I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2022 to children ages 3 to 12, but I am trained to teach adult lessons as well! I teach people of all experience and skill levels. As a lifeguard, I understand the importance of always emphasizing water safety and will always make sure my students have the skills they need to stay safe in and around water. For more advanced students, I can help hone in on various techniques necessary to get started in competitive swimming!

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Jalen A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hey there! My name is Jalen Artiles. Im 20 years old and currently attending Arizona State University. I have taught people aged 6 months to 12. It's been an amazing experience thats taught me a lot about leadership and building great relationships with families. When Im not in the pool or studying, I love staying active with snowboarding, surfing, hitting the gym, playing guitar, or socializing with people I enjoy being around

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Josephine B.

Mesa, Arizona 85201

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Josephine, and I moved to Arizona from Massachusetts in August 2025. I spent my fall teaching swimming lessons with Sunsational. I have experience working with kids of all ages teaching both swimming and ski instructing and substitute teaching. I grew up swimming on a swim team and was both a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I am now a full-time project manager at Cirtec Medical but would love to continue my love for teaching in the evenings. I really want to make a difference with what I do and make a difference in the lives of others. Swimming is a very important skill that everyone should know how to do on some level. If you choose me to teach your child, you wont be disappointed!

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Carsyn S.

Tempe, AZ 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hello! My name is Carsyn Shark and I love teaching swim lessons. I have been instructing lessons and coaching water polo for 3 years, was a competitive swimmer for 8 years, and playing competitive water polo for 6. I am attending Arizona State University where I am also playing water polo and I cant wait to get started teaching!

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Ryleigh C.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Im a 22-year-old recent graduate. Ive taught kids how to swim since February 2022; one year was with a company in San Diego. I love making swim lessons fun and believe its the best way for kids to learn. One of the things Im very adamant about is getting a child comfortable enough to swim with their clothes on. I was on swim teams growing up and spent all of my summers in a pool or at the lake. Im premed and CPR certified for all ages, including infants. Id love to help get you or your kids proficient in swimming and teach water safety.

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Nicholas G.

Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hey yall! I have taught swim lessons to all ages and skill levels since February 2021. I had the opportunity to swim competitively for 6 years of my life and just overall love being in the water! I also have experience working with students who have special needs!

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Corinne L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! I am a college student at ASU and a 4-year lesson instructor! I'm looking forward to any and all future lessons!!

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Julia L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi there! My name is Julia Landsberg, and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I am very passionate about swimming and teaching water safety. I am currently a college student at ASU and have a competitive swimming background of eight years. I have experience teaching students of many ages and skill levels, including children with ADHD and autism. As someone with ADHD myself, I understand that every child learns differently and at their own pace. I also have experience helping swimmers become swim team-ready by teaching freestyle, backstroke, streamline, diving, and overall stroke technique while building confidence and safety skills in the water.

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Evan B.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Evan. I am an ex-D1 high school swimmer and state-level medalist with over 12 years of competitive swimming experience. I have also taught all ages the basic fundamentals of water safety since February 2024.

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Ella G.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

My name is Ella, and I am SO excited to help your child on their journey to loving all things swim. Whether your goal is to become comfortable in the water for the first time, improve your stroke technique, or learn how to swim, Ive got you covered. I have over 5 years of teaching experience in swim lessons and swim teams across the Valley. I have been a swimmer my whole life and it brings me so much joy to help new swimmers in their journey! I have extensive experince with all age groups and levels. I am ready to meet your swimmer where they are at and make a custom plan based on your swimming goals. In my free time I love to run, travel, bake, and paint. I am also a student at ASU!

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Laura R.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Laura and I am a former state-level competitive swimmer! I was a competitive swimmer for 7 years, a lifeguard for 6 years, a lifeguard instructor for 3 years, and have been teaching swim lessons for 11 years! During the school year I am a teacher and love to work with children of all ages as well as adults! No matter your past experience with the water or your comfort level, we can work to make you pool safe and hydrophilic! I look forward to working with you!

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We have answers. What makes private lessons better than group classes?

We are so confident in our private, one-on-one instruction that we offer a Learn-to-Swim Guarantee for all students ages 3 and up!* We guarantee your child will be able to resurface, turn around, swim back to the edge of the pool and grab the wall unassisted after they complete their Learn to Swim Guaranteed package. If your child completes their lesson package and hasn't achieved the agreed-upon milestones, we'll work with you to provide up to 4 additional lessons at no extra cost until they do. This program is our commitment to building a foundation of safety and confidence for your child in the water.

Our pricing is transparent and based on the swim lesson package you choose. Packages are available in 6, 12 and 18 lessons with options for 30-minute, 60-minute or longer sessions for multiple students back-to-back. Every package includes a certified, background-checked instructor who comes to your home or preferred pool. Because lessons are private and personalized, you’ll see faster progress and greater value compared to group classes. Start a registration to build a package and see an exact, no-hassle price on options best for your goals and budget.

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 Scottsdale, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.

Our core service is providing private, at-home swim lessons. Your trained instructor travels to your home pool, community pool or aquatic facility anywhere in Scottsdale or across Phoenix Metro. If you don't have a pool, our instructors are happy to meet you at any safe, local pool of your choosing. If using a facility pool, be sure to have authorization to have your Private Swim Lessons there.

Absolutely. Every Sunsational swim instructor is rigorously vetted with comprehensive background checks, is certified in CPR, and insured under our company insurance policy. All our instructors are carefully selected, experienced swim instructors vetted by our recruiting team. Many also have specialized experience working with infants, toddlers, special needs learners, or adults overcoming fear of water. In Scottsdale, where backyard pools, HOA pools make swimming skills essential, you can trust that your instructor is not only qualified but passionate about building water confidence and safety in every student.

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 Scottsdale, 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.

We stand by the quality of our instructors and offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. While we are confident in our rigorous selection process (all instructors are background-checked and CPR-certified), we want you to have the perfect match. If you're not completely satisfied with your first lesson, just let us know, and we'll restart your lessons with a new instructor or refund your unused lessons, your choice.

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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