Markham · Richmond Hill · North York
Discover gentle, play-based toddler swimming lessons in our warm 31°C saltwater pool. Designed to build water confidence at an early age, our swim program features small group swim classes (3:1 student-to-teacher ratio) for ages 3–4 and private swim lessons starting at age 2.5. Help your little ones fall in love with the water in a safe, premium environment.
Free first lesson
Ages 2.5–4
Our 30-minute lessons blend structured play with skill-building games, fully guided by an in-water coach to build real water confidence.
Small groups of up to 3 children build trust in the water and the first real swimming skills.
For our youngest swimmers we recommend one-on-one lessons, so your child gets the coach's full attention while they settle in.
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Classes & prices
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New Markham prices effective November 1, 2026.
Prices are per month for one lesson a week, plus a $30 annual membership per student. Your first payment covers your first 2 months, then tuition is charged on the first business day of each month for the following month. Prices don't include tax.
3 pools across the GTA
Same warm saltwater, small classes and certified coaches at every location.
Questions parents ask
Still have a question? Call us at 647-988-6888.
See all FAQs →Children can start at 2.5 years old in private lessons. Preschool group classes are for ages 3–4. Children aged 2.5–3 may join a group on a trial basis, depending on their comfort and readiness.
Our youngest swimmers start at 2.5 years old in private lessons. We don't currently teach babies under 2.5 or run parent-and-tot classes.
No. Our coaches teach in the water while parents watch from the air-conditioned viewing area. To help your child focus, we ask parents not to engage with them during the lesson.
Lessons are 30 minutes, once a week, which is just right for young attention spans.
A swimsuit, towel, indoor slippers and your own shampoo and body wash for the showers. Please avoid eating within an hour before class.
Around age 5, swimmers move into our learn-to-swim classes, where they start simple freestyle and backstroke.