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Learn-to-Swim Lessons for Kids (4+) and Adults
One-on-one swim lessons in DC, Maryland & Virginia—built for confidence, safety, and real progress.
WeAquatics Learn-to-Swim (LTS) lessons help swimmers build strong fundamentals, improve technique, and gain real confidence in the water. Whether your swimmer is just getting started or working toward stronger strokes and endurance, our program meets each student at their current level and supports steady progress with consistent coaching.
Who are Learn-to-Swim lessons for?
Learn-to-Swim lessons are available for children ages 4 and up, ISR graduates who are ready to advance beyond survival skills, and adults who want to learn to swim or improve their technique. We welcome beginners, nervous swimmers, and experienced swimmers who are looking to refine stroke mechanics and build confidence in the water. For individuals with diverse learning needs, WeAquatics also offers Swim Angelfish® certified instructors available upon request.
What makes LTS special?
Our Learn-to-Swim program is built around weekly one-on-one instruction, giving swimmers focused coaching and a clear path for improvement. Each 30-minute weekly lesson is led by the same instructor throughout the course, providing consistency and individualized coaching tailored to the swimmer’s learning style. Lessons emphasize stroke fundamentals and technique development, allowing swimmers to progress at a steady, confident pace. Because every lesson is one-on-one, instructors can build on strengths, improve weaknesses, and thoughtfully adjust the pace to match each swimmer’s comfort level—whether they are brand new to the water or have been swimming for years.
What is the lesson duration?
Each Learn-to-Swim lesson lasts 30 minutes. Lessons continue until the swimmer feels their goals have been achieved—whether those goals include water confidence, stronger strokes, better breathing technique, or lap swimming readiness.
What do students need to know before beginning LTS?
No prior experience is required.
We welcome students at any comfort level with the water. It’s completely natural for swimmers of all ages to feel uncertain at first—our instructors are skilled at meeting each swimmer where they are and helping them build confidence step-by-step.
For children, we only ask that they are able to follow basic instructions.
What will students learn in Learn-to-Swim?
LTS lessons focus on proper body positioning and balance in the water, which promotes efficient swimming.
Swimming is built on muscle memory, so we use repetition and progressive drills to build stamina, coordination, and technique.
As students advance, they learn all four strokes:
- Freestyle
- Backstroke
- Breaststroke
- Butterfly
This gives swimmers a strong foundation for lifelong swimming—and prepares them for competitive goals if they ever choose that path.
Learn-to-Swim for Adults
Adults are welcome in the WeAquatics Learn-to-Swim program.
Learning to swim as an adult can feel intimidating—especially for adults who have never been in a pool before. Our one-on-one format creates a supportive, focused environment where adults can build confidence and skills without pressure.
Some adults may already know the basics of floating, kicking, and pulling, but want coaching to improve:
- Balance and body position
- Breathing technique
- Stroke efficiency
- Endurance for lap swimming
Adult lessons are scheduled once per week, and we encourage swimmers to practice outside of lessons when possible. Extra practice helps build comfort faster and reinforces skills learned during instruction.
Many Adult LTS graduates go on to join the WeAquatics Adult Masters Swim Program after building lap-swimming readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to commit to a certain number of lessons?
No, we work with students as long as it takes to reach their personal goals.
Do you offer adaptive learning options for students with different needs?
Yes. WeAquatics has instructors certified through Swim Angelfish®, trained to work with individuals who have diverse learning needs. If you or your child would benefit from adaptive approaches, please indicate this during enrollment so we can match you with an appropriately certified instructor.
What if my child (or I) is afraid of the water?
It’s completely natural to feel uncertain about the water. Our instructors create a supportive environment and help swimmers build confidence gradually. Many of our most successful swimmers started out feeling unsure.
How is one-on-one instruction different from group lessons?
In one-on-one lessons, the coach works directly with one swimmer the entire time. This allows for individualized feedback, personalized pacing, and consistent technique correction to support steady progress.
Can I transition from Learn-to-Swim to other WeAquatics programs?
Yes. Many swimmers continue from LTS into programs like Narwhals Swim Team or Adult Masters Swim Program to build endurance and refine stroke technique.