Summer Swim Lessons Program
At High Sierra Pools, we believe every child deserves to feel safe and confident in and around water. Research shows that swim lessons reduce the risk of drowning for toddlers by 88%. Our goal is to give parents peace of mind by teaching children and their families to be safer in and around water. Our instructors are dedicated to helping every student build the skills they need to feel confident in the water, creating a foundation for a lifetime of happy memories.
2025 Swim Lessons Sessions Schedule
| Session | Dates | Make-Up Days |
|---|---|---|
|
Pre-session South Riding only |
6/2 – 6/5/2025 and 6/9 – 6/12/2025 | 6/6/2025 and 6/13/2025 |
| Session 1 | 6/16 – 6/19/2025 and 6/23 – 6/26/2025 | 6/20/2025 and 6/27/2025 |
| Session 2 |
6/30 – 7/3/2025 and 7/7 – 7/10/2025 *No lessons on July 4th |
*N/A
7/11/2025 |
| Session 3 | 7/14 – 7/17/2025 and 7/21 – 7/24/2025 | 7/18/2025 and 7/25/2025 |
| Session 4 | 7/28 – 7/31/2025 and 8/4 – 8/7/2025 | 8/1/2025 and 8/8/2025 |
| Session 5 | 8/11 – 8/14/2025 and 8/18 – 8/21/2025 | 8/15/2025 and 8/22/2025 |
Find Swim Lessons in the DMV Area
Virginia
Ashburn, VA
We offer swim lessons at Westwind Crossing HOA Pool.
Alexandria, VA
We offer swim lessons at Landsdowne Community Association Pool and Island Creek Community Association Pool.
Broadlands, VA
We offer swim lessons at Community Center Pool, Summerbrooke Pool.
Cascades, VA
We offer swim lessons at Quarterpath Trace Pool.
Chantilly, VA
We offer swim lessons at Marbury HOA Pool.
Haymarket, VA
We offer swim lessons at Villages of Piedmont 1 Pool.
Manasas, VA
We offer swim lessons at Wellington HOA Pool.
South Riding, VA
We offer swim lessons at Hyland Hills and Town Hall pools.
Walkersville, MD
We offer swim lessons at Glade Towne Pool.
Woodbridge, VA
We offer swim lessons at Port Potomac HOA Pool.
Maryland
Brookville, MD
We offer swim lessons at Manor Oaks Pool.
Frederick, MD
We offer swim lessons at Spring Ridge Pool and Wellington Trace Pool and Tuscarora Creek HOA Pool.
Ijamsville, MD
We offer swim lessons at Holly Hills Country Club Pool.
Walkersville, MD
We offer swim lessons at Glade Towne Pool.
About Summer Swim Lessons
Book an Instructor
This option is for private 1-on-1 sessions, or for small groups (PODs) who prefer to stay together, such as families, neighbors, or friends.
- Children must be at least 3 years old to enroll.
- Each group or POD can have up to three students with similar swimming skills and ages.
- The cost for a full session (8 classes, 30 minutes each) is $360.
Group Lessons
This option is for groups, a minimum of three children is required to run the group lesson. The maximum number of children per group is five for Nemos and Sea Turtles and six for Dolphins and Sharks. We provide a supportive environment focused on safety and age-appropriate swim techniques.
- Children must be at least 3 years old to enroll.
- The cost for a full session (8 classes, 30 minutes each) is $150 per student.
- If we cannot form a group of three children, we offer these options:
- Upgrade to a semi-private class (+$30)
- Upgrade to a private class (+$210)
- Transfer the registration to the next session or receive a refund.
Weather Policy for Swim Lessons
- Swim lessons will be held rain or shine; however, lessons may be cancelled for severe weather or pool mechanical issues.
- Lessons will continue during light rain, wind, or low temperatures. The only exceptions are:
- Thunder/lightning present within 20 minutes of lesson time (classes are automatically cancelled).
- Heavy rain that makes the bottom of the pool not visible.
- Due to rapidly changing weather, cancellations may be made at the last minute. Instructors decide whether to hold or cancel a class.
- If a lesson is cancelled due to weather, your instructor will notify you by email before the scheduled start time.
- If you do not receive an email, please come to the pool as scheduled, even if it’s raining lightly.
Make-up Lessons:
- If bad weather interrupts a class and less than 15 minutes of instruction has taken place, a make-up lesson will be offered.
- If more than 15 minutes of the lesson is completed, there will be no make-up for that class.
- Each session allows up to two make-up lessons (one per week). Make-ups are held on the Friday of your session at the same time.
- If more than two lessons per session are cancelled, no additional make-ups will be available.
For “Book an Instructor” Lessons:
- Please inform your instructor at least one hour before your scheduled lesson if you are unable to attend for personal reasons.
- If you do not notify your instructor in advance, you will forfeit that class and no make-up will be offered.
- No more than two make-up classes per week are allowed. Any additional missed lessons will not be rescheduled or refunded.
- Lessons cannot be split between different sessions. If a student misses any of the 8 lessons in a session, those lessons cannot be made up in later sessions.
- Full refunds are available for cancellations made at least 5 days before the session starts.
- No refunds are given for group lessons canceled less than 5 days before the session starts.
- For “Book an Instructor” lessons, a $250 refund is available if you cancel before the third lesson begins.
Swim Level Is Right for You?
Nemos
This beginner level is designed to help children feel comfortable and safe in the water. Instructors will introduce basic water skills and focus on building confidence in the pool. Activities include putting their face in the water, getting their hair wet, submerging, opening their eyes underwater, front and back glides, practicing breath control, moving comfortably in the water, and blowing bubbles.
Recommended for first-time swimmers ages 3 to 5.
Sea Turtles
This group is for children ages 4 to 8 who are confident in the water and ready to learn essential swimming skills. It’s the perfect next step to begin mastering the basics of freestyle and backstroke. This level is recommended for children who are comfortable in the water but have never had formal lessons, or for those who have completed our Nemos level. Preferably children between 4 and 8 years old.
Preferably children between 4 and 8 years old.
Dolphins
This intermediate level is for children who are already confident in the water and know the basics of freestyle and backstroke. It’s the perfect next step for young swimmers looking to refine their skills. We will practice arm position, leg exercises, breathing, turns, treading water, and diving to prepare swimmers for more independent and efficient swimming. This class is recommended for children who have passed our Sea Turtles level or have had prior swim lesson experience.
Preferably for children between 6 and 12 years old.
Sharks
This advanced level group is for children who are ready to take their swimming to the next level. Swimmers will improve their techniques for freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. This class also teaches the correct position for diving. It is recommended for children who have successfully completed the Dolphins level or have prior swimming experience.
Preferably chldren between 7 and 12 years old.
“Thank you so much for teaching them. You’re so good and I wish they can continue learning from you year-round.”
“My kids had their first ever swim lessons with Remi of Hi Sierra Pools during the first 2 weeks of July and my kids progressed very nicely. Remi was personable and professional with my kids and they enjoyed learning from Remi. My kids requested to have Remi again for their 2nd 2 weeks of lessons in August. They are progressing nicely so far after their first week in August. We are very happy with Remi and we highly recommend him.”
