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Kids' Swim Classes in Brooklyn

Classes run in 12-week trimesters with each session building on the last.

90° indoor heated pool3:1 starting class ratio50+ certified educators
Seasonal Private Swim Lesson

Seasonal Private Swim Lesson

Swimming · Ages 1 - 15 years · Coed

Personalized instruction with highly trained instructors. Secure exclusive slot during peak times. Tailored one-on-one attention. Caregiver participation required for children under 1 year old.
Starfish 1 (6-18 months)

Starfish 1 (6-18 months)

Swimming · Ages 3 - 19 months · Coed

Introduces infants and toddlers to water safety with songs, games, and exercises. Parents learn proper techniques for holding children in the pool, while babies learn safety skills and gain water confidence. Caregiver participation required. 5:1 ratio.
Starfish 2 (18-30 months)

Starfish 2 (18-30 months)

Swimming · Ages 15 - 31 months · Coed

Introduces infants and toddlers to water safety with songs, games, and exercises. Parents learn proper techniques for holding children in the pool, while babies learn safety skills and gain water confidence. Caregiver participation required. 5:1 ratio.
Intro to Sea Pups (24-36 months)

Intro to Sea Pups (24-36 months)

Swimming · Ages 1 - 3 years · Coed

A transitional hybrid class from caregiver-assisted to independent swimming. Divided into three phases, caregivers initially join in the water, then gradually step back as swimmers gain confidence. Focuses on floating, rolling, and submerging. Caregiver participation required. 3:1 ratio.
Sea Pups (2.5-4 yrs)

Sea Pups (2.5-4 yrs)

Swimming · Ages 2 - 5 years · Coed

Develops independent swimming skills focusing on safety and strokes. Swimmers learn floating, treading water, and swimming back to the platform safely, alongside freestyle and backstroke techniques. 3:1 ratio.
Sea Lions (3.5-5 yrs)

Sea Lions (3.5-5 yrs)

Swimming · Ages 4 - 6 years · Coed

Continues to build independent swimming skills, introducing major strokes. Emphasis on mastering Freestyle, Backstroke, and side breathing. This specific class is also a transitionary class where swimmers will move into longer swim lanes and longer swim classes. Age-based classes. 4:1 ratio.
Sea Pups (4-6 yrs)

Sea Pups (4-6 yrs)

Swimming · Ages 4 - 7 years · Coed

Develops independent swimming skills focusing on safety and strokes. Swimmers learn floating, treading water, and swimming back to the platform safely, alongside freestyle and backstroke techniques. 4:1 ratio.
Sea Lions (5-7 yrs)

Sea Lions (5-7 yrs)

Swimming · Ages 5 - 8 years · Coed

Continues to build independent swimming skills, introducing major strokes. Emphasis on mastering Freestyle, Backstroke, and side breathing. This specific class is also a transitionary class where swimmers will move into longer swim lanes and longer swim classes. Age-based classes. 4:1 ratio.
Stroke Development 1 (6-7 yrs)

Stroke Development 1 (6-7 yrs)

Swimming · Ages 6 - 8 years · Coed

For our older independent swimmers, we offer a progressive series of classes where stroke techniques are introduced and honed in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Prerequisite for Stroke Development 1: foundation of freestyle and backstroke; ability to swim a complete pool "length." 5:1 ratio.
Stroke Development 2 (6-7 yrs)

Stroke Development 2 (6-7 yrs)

Swimming · Ages 6 - 8 years · Coed

For our older independent swimmers, we offer a progressive series of classes where stroke techniques are introduced and honed in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Prerequisite for Stroke Development 2: mastery of freestyle and backstroke; familiarity with breaststroke. 5:1 ratio.

Why it matters

A path to water independence

Every Chelsea Piers swimmer earns their way forward through our badge system. Each level has five specific skills attached to it. As a swimmer masters each one, their instructor marks it off. When all five are complete, they advance — and they know exactly why.

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Don't just take it from us

Trusted by thousands of families.

Before classes, I had a son who refused to get in a pool. Now it is a pure joy to watch.

Chelsea Piers swim parent

My son Cameron excelled with Henry and is scooping, kicking, climbing out, jumping in, and going under in a matter of weeks.

Chelsea Piers swim parent

Every week Meera really looks forward to the class. She remembers all her coaches and speaks of them fondly.

Chelsea Piers Swim parent

She can swim well. She learned it all here.

Chelsea Piers swim parent

Jackson gained so much confidence in the water — including putting his head completely underwater.

Chelsea Piers Swim parent

Frequently Asked Questions

We welcome children from 3 months through their teens. Our youngest classes — Starfish — are designed for infants and toddlers with a caregiver in the water. Infant swim lessons start as early as 3 months. Every level from there is built around where your child is right now, developmentally and in the water.

If you're not sure which program fits your child, our team is happy to help.

Not sure which level is right for your child? We're here to help.

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