Business Details
20 Years
experience
Jacksonville's Premier Swim School for All Ages
Founded in 2006 by a local mom and grandmother, Swimming Safari has been dedicated to transforming water fear into confidence for Jacksonville families. Our mission is to provide caring instruction, lifelong water safety skills, and opportunities for families to bond through swimming. With two decades of experience and certified instructors, we prioritize your child's safety and growth through compassionate teaching methods. Our team is trained in CPR, First Aid, and continuous professional development, creating a nurturing environment where students build confidence and skills. We serve 30,000+ families with 700+ flexible classes, no commitments, and monthly make-up tokens.Our heated indoor pool offers year-round comfort, and our personalized progress reports keep families informed of achievements. Committed to community, we provide scholarships and water safety education. From babies to adults, our family-centered philosophy ensures options for all ages, including special abilities programs and competitive swim teams. We combine structured learning with playful themes to make lessons engaging while reducing drowning risks by 8%. As Jacksonville's original swim school, we remain locally owned and rooted in the community.
Services
Baby Swim Lessons
Toddler Swimming Lessons
Kids Swimming Lessons
Teens/Adult Swim Lessons
Private Swim Lessons
Special Abilities Swim Lessons
Swim Team
Postpartum Aqua Bloom Class
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- 19+ years of Jacksonville swim education experience
- Certified instructors trained in CPR and First Aid
- Flexible scheduling with 700+ classes monthly
- Personalized progress reports for student development
- Community-focused with scholarships and safety programs
What people say
Amazing instructor
Worth the drive
Confidence building
Lifelong swimmers
Family-friendly
Services
Baby Swim Lessons
Structured lessons for babies aged 3-24 months teach water safety basics through playful activities. Parents learn techniques to help infants develop breath control, floating skills, and comfort in water. Our certified instructors use songs and games to create positive early experiences that build lifelong safety habits while strengthening parent-child bonds.
Private Swim Lessons
Customized instruction for all ages focusing on individual goals. Certified instructors provide personalized attention to improve technique, build confidence, or prepare for competitive swimming. Lessons adapt to specific needs, whether overcoming fear, mastering strokes, or developing advanced skills in a supportive, distraction-free environment.
Swim Team
Structured program for youth swimmers ready to advance their skills. Participants develop race techniques, endurance, and competitive strategies under experienced coaching. The team environment fosters discipline, sportsmanship, and goal-setting while maintaining focus on proper stroke mechanics and water safety fundamentals for long-term athletic development.
Special Abilities Swim Lessons
Tailored instruction for children with special needs using specialized teaching methods. Certified instructors create individualized plans to improve water safety, motor skills, and confidence. Lessons incorporate sensory-friendly techniques and adaptive equipment to ensure accessible, effective learning experiences that promote independence and physical development in a supportive environment.
Postpartum Aqua Bloom Class
Water-based fitness program designed for postpartum mothers. Gentle exercises help rebuild core strength, improve flexibility, and promote overall wellness in a low-impact environment. Classes provide social support while allowing participants to safely reconnect with their bodies after childbirth through guided aquatic workouts.
Questions
What age groups do you offer swim lessons for?
We provide lessons for babies (3-24 months), toddlers (2-4 years), kids (4-12 years), teens (13-17 years), and adults (18+ years).
Are your instructors certified in safety training?
All instructors are certified in CPR, First Aid, and receive ongoing professional development to ensure student safety and skill development.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
Yes, we provide 700+ monthly classes with no commitments, unlimited schedule changes, and monthly make-up tokens for convenience.
What makes your swim program unique?
Our curriculum combines water safety education with playful themes, personalized progress tracking, and a family-centered approach for all ability levels.
Do you have programs for special needs swimmers?
Yes, we offer specialized swim lessons designed for children with special abilities to ensure inclusive and adaptive water safety instruction.
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