Every child is different, so the time it takes to learn to swim will vary. Our goal is to help each child progress at their own pace, building both skill and confidence along the way.

We strive for progress at every lesson, and many parents are amazed at how much their child can achieve in just one Fast Track session. To fully master basic water safety and survival skills, we find that most children need around 25 lessons, though some may need more or less depending on age, comfort in the water, and consistency.

Starting with a Fast Track is a great way to jumpstart your child’s swimming journey!

Sessions are offered year-round!

You can start lessons at any available time on our year-round locations’ schedules! Your child can attend once a week, or multiple times per week. Check individual location schedules here: Holladay, Pleasant Grove, & Syracuse. (Links to recurring lesson options are at the bottom of those pages)

Children can join a group class once they can swim 20 feet independently, which typically corresponds to Level 7 or higher.

To ensure the best fit, we require:

• An instructor recommendation
• A group chemistry assessment

Once ready, students can choose between two group class options:

Fins & Fun – great for boosting confidence, social interaction, and water games

Stroke Development – ideal for refining technique, building endurance, and preparing for swim team

Group classes offer a fun, motivating environment with healthy competition and increased stamina.

You can schedule an absence for a lesson through our online customer portal, or by texting/calling us at 801-691-7946. Make-ups are eligible for any lesson canceled in advance.

Lessons eligible for make-ups:
All customers that provide advanced notice for canceling their original lesson are eligible for a make-up lesson (please contact us as soon as possible if you will be missing a lesson). “No-Shows” (not canceling/notifying SwimKids before the scheduled lesson time) are not eligible for make-up lessons. Make-up lessons do not get their own make-up lessons.

Make-up Costs:
Make-ups cost $5 for each canceled and rescheduled private and group lesson (make-ups for Parent-Tot lessons are free). The $5 cost would apply to each 15-minute private increment if the family has 2+ back-to-back 15-minute private lessons for their child(ren). The make-up cost may be waived for two reasons: 14-day advance notice, or 24-hour sick notice.

Make-up Scheduling Details:
Make-ups can be scheduled, at most, 7 calendar days out. Make-ups expire 30 days after the originally scheduled lesson. Make-ups cannot be canceled or rescheduled for any reason.

How to Report an Absence:
You can schedule an absence through our online customer portal, or by texting/calling us at 801-691-7946.

To be eligible for a make-up, lessons must be canceled before the scheduled time.

Make-Up Eligibility:
✔️ Eligible: Any lesson canceled in advance
❌ Not eligible: No-shows (missed lessons without prior notice)

Make-up lessons do not receive their own make-up if missed.

Make-Up Fees:

$5 per make-up lesson (private or group)

Free for Parent-Tot lessons

If you have back-to-back 15-minute lessons, the $5 fee applies to each time block

Waived if:
– You give 14+ days’ notice
– You notify us of illness at least 24 hours before the lesson

Scheduling a Make-Up:

May be scheduled up to 7 days in advance

Must be used within six months.

Once scheduled, make-ups cannot be canceled or rescheduled

Yes! In fact, many of our strongest swimmers have worked with multiple instructors.

Having a substitute or new instructor gives your child a chance to practice important adaptive swimming skills—the ability to swim confidently in new or slightly different conditions. Each instructor brings unique strengths, helping your child develop a more well-rounded skill set and preparing them for real-world situations.

At SwimKids, we’re committed to maintaining the highest quality instruction, even when instructor changes are necessary. All instructors follow our proven teaching methods, ensuring your child stays on track no matter who’s leading the lesson.

Please note: Refunds are not issued when a substitute or replacement instructor is provided.

To cancel a single lesson:
You can cancel through the online customer portal, or by texting/calling us at 801-691-7946.
Make-up eligibility requires advance notice.

To cancel recurring lessons:
Please text or call us at 801-691-7946. To avoid being charged for the next month, we recommend canceling at least 2 days before the 1st.

Billing Reminder:
Lessons are billed on the 1st of each month (please allow 3–5 days for processing). Payments are non-refundable.

Click here to view our Holiday Calendar!

Remember: you will NOT be charged for lessons on SwimKids holiday closures.

Private lessons are the safest and most effective way to teach beginning swimmers.

With one-on-one instruction, your child receives the instructor’s full attention, allowing them to build skills faster and with greater confidence. The curriculum is tailored to your child’s abilities and progress, so they learn at the pace that’s right for them.

Group lessons for beginners can present safety concerns, as instructors must divide their attention and lifeguard multiple children at once. In contrast, private lessons create a focused, supportive environment where your child can thrive.

After decades of experience with thousands of students, we’ve found that 15 minutes is the ideal length for beginner private lessons.

In a SwimKids private lesson, your child is actively learning and moving the entire time—no sitting on the wall, no waiting for a turn. Our instructors are trained to keep lessons fast-paced and focused, matching your child’s attention span and energy.

This is very different from a 30-minute beginner group class where much of the time is spent waiting. If your child is older and has more stamina, you may consider back-to-back private lessons or request a group class assessment.

Sit poolside and watch!

Your attention and encouragement will help your child feel your support. It is okay to bring other children who will not be swimming, but it is your responsibility to watch them and keep them safe at all times.

We do not allow parents in the water during private lessons. While it's completely natural to want to support your child, private lessons are intentionally designed to be one-on-one between the child and the instructor.

Unlike parent-tot classes (which include one parent per child), private lessons help children build independence and focus. We’ve found that kids learn faster and gain more confidence when they connect directly with their instructor—without a parent in the water.

Our instructors are trained to gently guide children through initial anxiety, which is common—especially for kids under 5. It’s normal for some children to cry during the first 3–5 lessons as they adjust. With time and consistency, most children turn a corner quickly.

We recommend at least 8 lessons to help your child get comfortable with the skills and structure of our program, whether in private lessons, group classes, or parent-tot sessions.