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First Swim Lesson Guide

Make Your First Lesson a Splash

Everything you need to know to feel confident, prepared, and excited for your child’s first swim lesson.

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What to Bring: Pack Like a Pro

To make your first lesson go smoothly, here’s what you’ll want to bring:

  • Bring 2 pairs of reusable/washable swim pants if under 3 years old
  • Dress swimmer in swimsuit before arriving
  • Bring a towel, goggles (optional) and change of clothes
  • Bring a bag for wet items
  • Bring child well-fed for class

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What Happens When you Arrive?

Here’s What to Expect:

1. Check In at the Front Desk

Our friendly team will greet you and get your swimmer checked in.

2. Changing Areas Available

You're welcome to use our designated changing areas and restrooms before class begins.

3. Pool Time!

Team members will guide you and your child to the right teaching station.

4. Watch and Encourage

Parents and guardians are welcome to watch lessons from our viewing room, which features floor-to-ceiling glass for a clear view of the pool. For safety and consistency, parents who are not in the water are asked to remain in the viewing room during lessons.

5. Celebrate Progress

At the end of each lesson, teachers guide swimmers through a brief show-off, where children demonstrate the skills they practiced in class. Parents and guardians can watch from the viewing room and celebrate their child’s progress and achievements, big or small.

Classes are 30 minutes long. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to allow for check-in and transitions.

Is Your Swimmer Potty Trained?

Children who are under 3 years old must wear two reusable swim pants during lessons. Disposable swim diapers and plastic pants are not permitted. This rule helps us keep the water clean and avoid closures due to accidents.

What our families say!

"We love AQUAFIN swim! My son has improved so much since he has gone here. The coaches and staff are always friendly and amazing as well! Sad to be leaving but we definitely would continue coming if we weren’t moving."
Love Koza
Love KozaGoogle Review
"Awesome Diverse set of Instructors, very patient with the kiddos and my kids love love going for the swim practice weekly."
Val Azu
Val AzuGoogle Review
"The school is amazing. Pool is heated and our 10 month old loves it. She started when she was 6 months old and it’s the highlight of our week. The staff is great and it’s worth every penny."
Bryant Felix
Bryant FelixGoogle Review
"We enrolled our daughter at AQUAfin when she was just 6 months old, and from the very first class, we knew we made the right choice. The instructors are warm, patient, and truly experts at what they do. They made us feel comfortable from day one and created such a fun, safe environment for our little one. Now at 3 years old, she’s confident in the water, knows basic safety skills, and actually looks forward to swim lessons every week. As a parent, there’s nothing more reassuring than knowing your child is building life-saving skills while having a great time. We can’t say enough good things about AQUAfin. It’s more than a swim school, it’s a community that truly cares about kids and families."
Jessica M.
Jessica M.St. Augustine Parent
"Aquafin Swim School is fantastic place for parents wanting the peace of mind knowing their children are comfortable in the water. The facility is great, the staff are top-notch and the experience is fun. My daughter loves coming for her lessons and can’t wait to practice more at home what they’re teaching her. Her water confidence has skyrocketed since being here. She went from terrified to let go of someone in the water to gliding through the water on her own like a champ."
Google Review
Google Review
"AQUAfin is wonderful! We’re doing the Swim Clinic, daily lessons over the summer. The kids are in tiny groups and tons of 1v1 time with instructors. Regular feedback and weekly skills progress email updates. And cheap snacks. Couldn’t ask for more!"
Buddy
Buddy
"AquaFin has been the perfect place to have our daughter learn to swim. The environment is friendly, adaptive, and interpersonal allowing for the parents to engage in their children’s growth. Best and most affordable facility to aid in learning a skill that will last a lifetime."
Brianna M.
Brianna M.
"We have been going here for my son since he was a year old & we love it! He’s turning 3 in a a couple of days and we’re still going strong and moved up a level recently! The teachers are so attentive and take such good care of the kids & the supervisors outside of the water rarely ever take their eyes off of the kids and even help get the kids motivated when needed. This is the only school we’ve used and I’ve never wanted to look anywhere else!"
Brittany A
Brittany A
"Our two kids enjoy going to Aquafin Swim School! It feels like personal swim lessons with the small class sizes. A convenient and friendly location. Love that parent viewing areas are inside. Comfortable changing areas. Super friendly staff. They have a wonderful party options as well."
Jenn B.
Jenn B.

Your Guide to the First Swim Lesson at Little Flippers Swim School

We want your family’s first swim lesson to feel exciting, comfortable, and stress-free. Our First Lesson Guide helps parents know exactly what to expect, from what to bring, to how our warm-water pools and friendly instructors make children feel at ease right away.

At Little Flippers Swim School, safety and confidence come first. This guide walks you through everything you need to know before your child’s first class, so you can feel prepared and your swimmer can dive right into the fun of learning to swim.

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