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Swimming Lessons for Kids in Houston: The Best Swimming Classes in Town

Photo courtesy of Wolfies Swim School
Photo courtesy of Wolfies Swim School
8/7/22 - By Rachael Cherry

The Bayou City is known for its scorching summer weather—and that summer lasts for basically 3/4 of the year—so our kids spend a lot of time in the water. Whether it's at the pool, a splash pad, water park, or the ocean, Houston kids need to learn how to swim and execute proper water safety.

There are plenty of places that offer year-round swim lessons or swimming classes that get kids comfortable and confident in the water; we've rounded up ten of the most popular swim schools in the Houston area. And once your kids are swimming safely, be sure to check out our comprehensive camp guide and full directory of camp listings to set up a great summer!

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Photo courtesy of the Houston Swim Club, Pearland
Photo courtesy of the Houston Swim Club, Pearland

Year-Round Swim Schools in the Houston Area

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools

Multiple Houston Locations
Parents can begin enrolling their children in Aqua-Tots swim lessons as early as 4 months of age. Classes focus on driving home the importance of swim safety, and levels of swim instruction start with "Parent & Tot" and proceed up to "Advanced." Each level works on mastering a new skill, such as comfort or independence in the water. Aqua-Tots also offers a recreational Swim Club, competitive Swim Team, and various Specialty Classes. Lessons are 30 minutes long and pricing varies by location.  READ MORE

SafeSplash Swim School

Multiple Houston Locations
The lessons at SafeSplash consist of 12 different levels with each level building on the fundamentals learned in the previous level. Courses start with a 'Parent and Tot' class and progress from there all the way up to a Level 8 Advanced Swimmer. Classes are 30 minutes long, once per week. Tuition is billed monthly. There are also Swim Camps and Swim Team Conditioning courses offered on a seasonal basis, as well as a Special Needs Program. The swim camps are 1-2 weeks and students are grouped by level. READ MORE

Houston Swim Club

Multiple Houston Locations
With Houston Swim Club's curriculum developed by University of Houston head coach and US Olympic coach Phill Hansel, parents can trust that the methods employed are both safe and effective. Other perks include small class sizes, 30-minute lessons and the option to enroll year-round. New students are required to enroll in a two-week session. After completing this course, kids can then enroll in monthly lessons that meet once, twice, or more times per week. Pricing is per class. Parents interested in enrolling children under 2 1/2 years old can sign up for special parent-child classes. READ MORE

YMCA Houston

Multiple Houston Locations
The YMCA offers everything from general gym memberships to fitness classes, swim lessons that include both mom and me classes for 6 months and older and individual and group lessons for ages 3+, sports camps, and more. Options are available for all ages, abilities, and interests. The mission of the YMCA is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.  READ MORE

Goldfish Swim School - Houston

Multiple Houston Locations
Goldfish Swim School offers year-round classes for children ages 4 months and older and caters to all experience levels. The goal is not just to teach children how to swim, but to teach them how to survive in the water. Parents can choose to enroll kids in parent-child swim lessons, lessons by age, Goldfish swim team (ages 5-12 years), or Jump-Start Clinics that introduce the fundamentals of water safety and get kids water-ready in a short amount of time.  READ MORE

Emler Swim School

Multiple Houston Locations
Children as young as two months of age can enroll in parent and tot swim lessons at Emler Swim School. From there, classes progress by age and level, teaching water comfort, water safety, foundational skills, and the different swim strokes. Classes are kept small to ensure each child gets individual attention. Pricing and class schedules vary by location.  READ MORE

Pengu Swim School

Multiple Houston Locations
At Pengu Swim School students can enroll in Swimming Lessons for Babies, Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced Swim Classes to help them learn and refine their swimming skills. There are also swimming clinics and private lessons offered, as well as Swim Academy, a year-round swimming program. READ MORE

Saint Street Swim

River Oaks
Classes are organized by age group and experience level at Saint Street Swim, making it easy to find lessons appropriate for your child. Parents are able to enroll children as young as a 6 months old in mom and me classes, and starting at age 6 kids can begin swim team prep courses. There is a maximum of four students per class, and each instructor works to meet the needs of the individual child. When enrolling, you can choose to attend either once or twice per week, and classes are offered year-round. Lessons are charged by the class.  READ MORE

Gigglin' Marlin Dive & Swim

Midtown
Starting at 6 months old, children can begin swim lessons at Gigglin' Marlin Swim School, getting comfortable being in the water with a parent or caregiver as they learn the basics of swimming and water safety. Kids progress through different levels determined by age and ability. Snorkeling lessons start at age 3 and cover how to put on and take off snorkeling equipment, getting in and out of the water safely, checking for buoyancy, surface swimming, clearing water from the snorkel, and doing surface dives. Scuba programs for kids ages 8 and older cover the ins and outs of scuba diving. READ MORE

Wolfies Swim School

Bellaire & Spring Branch
At Wolfies, children from ages four months and older can enroll in mom and me classes, weekly and everyday swim lessons, swim camps, specialty clinics, and even home lessons. Most lessons are 30 minutes long. New swimmers must commit to two months of sessions. There are also seasonal swim camps offered that also include arts, crafts, science experiments, and more. Camps are offered during Spring Break, Summer Break, Thanksgiving Break, and Holiday Break. Children must be at least 4 years old to attend. READ MORE

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