We've been so impressed with AnT. My kids started with their weeklong summer sessions and they've gained so much confidence in the water. Within just one week they're smiling and swimming comfortably. The coaches are calming and patient. Whatever method they use really works! Some tips: plan to get there early as street parking can be kind of tricky sometimes. Get the goggles. Bring dry clothes to change into using their changing pods. read more

Wow wow wow, where to begin. Level One Day 1 - kiddo is full screaming putting his head underwater. Totally expected. Day 2 - still screaming but was still excited to come, loves that boat ride And then it was like magic! We were here for the entire summer with those week long sessions in level two. Different coaches every week and I wouldn't have changed a thing. Everyone is professional, knowledgeable and eons of patience. Ana helped us line up classes when I registered for too many level one classes. Terrance and Nick got him underwater in no time. Shout out to Diego and Bears for redirecting Arthur's goofiness. Everything he can do today is because of AnT swim. I am just so grateful for this school. Thanks for being our number one! read more

AnT Swim School - Last day of swim - Swimming Lessons/Schools Near Me - San Jose, California

They have excellent coach here . Definitely best swim school for younger kids in the South Bay. read more

AnT Swim School - Swimming Lessons/Schools Near Me - San Jose, California

We love AnT! We did 4 weeks of summer weeklong swim lessons and the progress each week was incredible. Between my 2 kids we had 4 different swim coaches and they each made my kids feel very comfortable and taught them so much. They are great at handling big feelings and my kids genuinely wanted to come to swim each morning. Ana was so helpful with my questions, figuring out when to progress to the next level, and booking siblings together. There are many families with multiple children and I can see why, because it is so family friendly. We will be continuing weekly lessons throughout the school year. read more

We've been with AnT Swim School for the past three years, and my kids absolutely love it. After trying other swim schools, AnT is by far the best. Their teaching method is very effective, and my kids gain new skills and confidence with every lesson. They've had several different coaches over the years, and every one has been wonderful. Highly recommend! read more

This is an excellent swim school! My child started with a one-week program and learned so much in just one week. At first, she was afraid to get under the water but now she has become much more confident and brave. The instructors are also very patient and encouraging. We're now continuing with weekly lessons, and we're very happy with our experience! read more

We just finished our first summer camp that we did for 3 weeks. We had a wonderful experience and my two children ages 7 and 4 both learned so much in such a short time. The owner and coaches were so patient and kind. We will be back! read more

This was our 2nd summer signing Dax up for summer swim lessons and he loved it! He's gained so much water confidence this week and is very proud of himself throughout each lesson. We love the ANT Swim staff and all the instructors and will be back next summer! read more

We had the pleasure of having Alyssa as my daughter's swim instructor. We got lucky & got into a level 1 spring break swimming class. The night before I received an email from AnT Swim on what to expect throughout the week. On the first day of class, my toddler was nervous & having a little separation anxiety but the schools instructions were to give the child to the teacher even though they may be crying. I handed my toddler to Miss Alyssa & within a couple of minutes, she stopped crying! My toddler cried up until day 3 but the cry was very short. Alyssa was very patient with not only with my toddler but all of the kids she was working with. We are now moving up a level in swim & can't wait to continue! read more

If I could give this swim school 6 stars, I would. The lessons are amazing and the instructors are fantastic. My son went from barely swimming to swimming confidently and well, which has been incredible to see. The only downside is that parking can be a bit difficult on busy days, but it's absolutely worth it for the quality of instruction. read more

Very happy with AnT Swim School. Our 6yo daughter has attended two weeklong camps. Each session is extremely efficient - they have a system that minimizes waiting times so the kids are constantly practicing instead of waiting for each child finish their "turn". They also are very specific in their instructions and help correct form when the child needs it. I plan to continue lessons here in the future. read more

We had a wonderful experience! The first few days were challenging for my children, but the instructor Coach T was incredibly patient, kind, and supportive. so was Ana, their dedication and encouragement helped our kids gain confidence in the water. By the end of the course, they went from being hesitant and crying to loving the water and even swimming independently! We are so grateful and highly recommend this swim school! read more

This place is the best! It's been shocking how fast my daughter is learning in this program. Love, love, love.

Our 4 year old just took her first swim class (ladybug level 1) here with Teacher Nick. Previously, she never liked water in her face and wouldn't go far from where she could stand in any swimming pool. We were pleasantly surprised that she loved this swim class and looked forward to it every day. We were able to visibly see the progression of just dunking her head on the first day to being able to swim short distances and dive for rings (assisted) by the end of the week. Definitely recommend classes here and plan to enroll our younger kids at a later time too! read more

Both of our kids did the one week summer classes. Really appreciate the professional swim instructors and the patience they have for small kids. read more

My daughter had a great experience at AnT summer camp level 1. She said Coach Terence was the best teacher she has ever had, across daycare, preschool, Pre-K, and other classes. I immediately enrolled her in more classes (regular Level 2 and summer camp Level 2). She is excited about the possibility of having Coach Terence again in her Level 2 summer camp. read more

It's a good place for kids to familiar with water. The 5-day class is fun and my kid likes it.

This class exceeded my expectations. I've taken my child to other group classes before, but this experience was different. Even though there were more children in the class, the instructor took the time to work with each child individually and provided personalized feedback on what they needed to improve. It was clear that every child received attention and encouragement, which made the class feel much more engaging and worthwhile. I highly recommend it! read more

Been going to AnT since my 12 year old was 4 months old! Love the instructors and the care they put into teaching kids to swim. All three of my kids have learned to swim with AnT through weekly classes and summer camps. They all started off nervous but the patience and dedication of the instructors got them there and they are confident in the water now. I also do their adult swimming program, I love the workouts and all we learn in class. Their techniques have given us more confidence in each stroke while also giving us a great low-impact workout. The instructors are encouraging, constructive and patient! Can't recommend AnT and all their classes enough! We have loved all the instructors and my youngest is aways happy to get the instructors her older brothers had! Thank you for so many great years at AnT! read more

We had a great experience with Nick's level 1 class, this summer. My son was swimming in 5 days!

Great coaches and great process. Within one week our kids went from hesitant, nervous, and uninterested in learning to swim to "I love swim lessons". Will definitely be back again read more

Super happy having now done (3) 1-week camps with AnT. We've had three different teachers and all were extremely skilled in teaching my child proper techniques and correcting mistakes as a beginner swimmer. We came from another swim school (having been referred to AnT by a friend) where we paid for 2:1 teacher/student ratio and didn't progress nearly as fast as an AnT lesson, despite a larger swim group. I also appreciated that Ana took the time during each camp to go over my daughter's progress with me to make sure she was in the right lesson and options for future classes. I felt the care that was taken to make sure each student was seen, and not just a money opportunity. I now know why there's a waiting list! I highly recommend AnT! read more

My daughter progress exponentially improved after we brought her to AnT swim school. She was going to swimming classes for almost two years with minimal progress, but she could swim the whole width of a pool by herself short after she started here. I do their adult swimming program with Alyssa and Alex and that is amazing. When i started i could barely swim 25 yard. Now after not even a year i can do almost all styles confidently. Super highly recommend!!!! read more

Been taking my kid here for a few months now and am blown away by how far my kiddo has come along. We switched instructors a couple times, once our of necessity and another time because we weren't happy with one. Only thing I'd say negative is that we really didn't like Alex's instruction style. He seemed to just go through the motions almost like he didn't want to be there. read more

My daughter (3 yo) started at AnT in November being scared of the water and going under. Coach Diego's approach was so calm and gentle that she got into the water without hesitation at first -- my jaw fell to the floor because she rarely warms up to teachers or coaches that fast. We are now in February and she is ready to move onto the next level - Level 2. I am just so impressed with the way in which these coaches coach; their patience, gentleness, and encouragement is just wonderful for young kids getting comfortable with the water and learning to swim. Coach Nik is also wonderful! My daughter just finished the week long winter break camp and absolutely thrived with his coaching, too. She was so excited to get to swim lessons this week and get in the water -- definitely night and day since November until now! Thank you AnT, Coach Diego and Coach Nik read more

We are incredibly happy with the progress our girls have made in just a week. Ana's professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail towards her team and all swimmers is incredible. She and Terrence care deeply about the success and safety of all swimmers, and they make it FUN! I am so happy to be here. Thank you AnT! read more

We could not be happier with the AnT program! From the communication to the booking process to the incredible patience and careful instruction and most importantly the emphasis on swim safety is incredible. I would give 10 stars if I could! read more

My 7 year old son just completed the summer 1 week program and I could not say enough great things about AnT. He has never made any real progress after multiple attempts at swim lessons. We already saw progress by day 2, and he is now so proud of himself and feeling much more confident in the water! We are going to continue weekly lessons. And the staff is extremely friendly and accomodating! Thank you AnT!! read more

I signed up for the infant classes during summer and had a wonderful experience. My baby was 8-9 months old and all the babies in her class were older but the teacher was excellent at including everyone in the class by offering modifications. They are very kind and understanding if you're not comfortable trying certain things with your child. In the infant class, one parent participates by holding baby and getting baby comfortable with being in the water and learning how to do submersions. Older children start to practice floating and kicking their feet in addition to holding their breath and going under water. Overall it was a great bonding experience and I'll definitely come back for more classes. It seems like babies older than 9 months will get the most out of the classes but it's great practice to bring them in earlier. The pool is very comfortably heated and clean. They have lots of toys and things to keep kids engaged. Bring sunblock, there are some shaded areas for sitting, tables to change at either end of the benches and changing pods. Parking is street but it was never a problem when I went on weekdays. read more

My daughter has been taking swim classes here for a year now. She's participated in the summer camps, as well as the weekly lessons. She loves all the instructors, and is doing so well ! read more

We've been attending Ant Swim on and off for almost a decade with our kids. Every time is a wonderful experience with the staff, as well as great learning progress for the kids. Terence is fabulous with little kids. The team has a really great attitude toward being gentle, patient and fun, while also pushing kids to get used to water and learn an essential skill. We had one experience where my son wasn't listening to instructions and as a consequence started to drown. I was blown away by the immediate and smart response by Ana. After we got him out of the water, she had calmly rushed over and after he had calmed down with me a bit, took him 1-on-1 onto a water board to get him right back in the pool. Spent time further calming him down in the water and reminding him that water can be safe and all was fine. He was even able to finish the lesson after that, instead of being terrified and maybe causing future water-fear issues. The approach they take to learning is spot-on. read more

I've taken my child here since she was approximately 14 months for their Baby Ant swim class. It's been so great seeing her grow and get comfortable in the pool. The first class, she was uncomfortable with water on her face and now she loves getting into the pool. Weird benefit is bath time has gotten easier! She doesn't scream like a banshee when she gets water into her eyes anymore. They do slowly work on new techniques and progress with each week so your child does not get stagnant. All of the instructors seem great. We had Terrence in the first baby ant session and he was great. So calm and patient with the kiddos. One improvement can be their enrollment process. The website and openings can be a tad difficult to process and these classes are so popular they get filled quickly. Price wise, they're probably the most competitive compared to the other swim classes in the South Bay. I completely recommend them. read more

This review has been long overdue... As a mom of two boys, finding the right swim lessons was not just about learning strokes; it was about building confidence, trust, and a life skill that could one day save their lives. This swim school may not have the flashiest facilities, but what it offers is something far more valuable: a warm, safe family-oriented environment, incredible teachers with the perfect ratio to still cater to each students needs. My oldest son had faced two significant regressions with swim lessons prior to coming here, and I was nervous about how he would react. From day one, the instructors showed unparalleled patience and care, taking the time to understand his fears and encouraging him every step of the way. Watching him conquer his fears and regain his confidence in the water was nothing short of amazing. For my younger son, these lessons were filled with joy and excitement. The nurturing and skilled teachers made learning fun, and the progress both boys made was remarkable. I have never seen such meticulous technical skill's materialize in such a short turnaround at any of the 3 other schools we had no success with. This isn't just a place where kids learn to swim--it's a place where families grow, fears are overcome, and lifelong memories are made. Our family cannot THANK YOU enough for the what priceless gift you have given our boys!!! read more

"Excellent swim school with great staff! I enrolled my son in the one-week camp, and I could already see great progress in just a week. Highly recommend!" read more

They are excellent! Not fancy but very family friendly, great with my toddler, and so patient with all kids! Ana Terence and Diego are all wonderful! read more

Great experience. We've also done AVAC and Waterworks and felt our kids learned the most here. The mature, experienced instructors (vs high school kids at the other places) were great with the kids and make a big difference, and seemed to really care about the kids' progress. Mr Alex was just the right amount of firmness and knew how to redirect the kids. The middle-aged lady with the wide brim hat teaching level 2 in camp last week was great too. We'll be back! read more

Love love love this swim school. Best in the Bay Area- both in terms of teaching methodology and the warm instructors. Absolutely love the music playing when we enter. Attended their winter camp earlier this year and then weekly classes. I have seen great progress in my daughter's swimming abilities in just three months. Highly recommend. Ana the owner is very personable and sweet. read more

AnT Swim School - Winter camp level 1 - Swimming Lessons/Schools Near Me - San Jose, California

Unfortunately our experience with weekly classes was very different from that of the camp. We had 4 instructors in 4 months and the styles and class structure differed in all of them (level 2). Our 3yo son was getting almost no swim time (distance of about 5 yards), there was a lot of reprimanding, little to no encouragement, and reluctance to test his skills and level up. The senior staff members observed and tried to help improve his classes, but unfortunately he'd already come to hate swimming and taken to crying before every class. We went back to Waterworks and within 5 20-minute lessons he was swimming 25 yard freestyle with rotary breathing, very comfortably floating, and beginning breast and backstroke (he swims about 8 laps of the pool), and, most importantly, he enjoys swimming again. read more

I've enjoyed AnT Swim School on three occasions: - My two kids learning their fundamentals - Me as an adult student, even just learning how to float - My current and ongoing adult swim lessons/coaching This review will mostly speak to adult swim, but common to all those above is the caring, kind, generous instruction from AnT instructors. While I cannot recall all their names--I do not believe you can go wrong with any staff here--I would like to shout out to Kathy (RIP), Terence, Alyssa, and Alex. They provide instruction, guidance, tips, insights, and goal setting with seemingly endless patience and good natured feedback. As cliched as it sounds, they meet you where you are on your swimming journey without patronizing, without pressuring. A great deal of my energy and time were spent just getting comfortable in the water and overcoming a very real primal fear. I'm getting there. So, while most reviews (rightly) focus on the excellent child swim programs, I'd encourage you adults to also look towards AnT if you're learning from scratch, honing existing skills, or just need a thorough non-impactful workout. read more

(tl;dr: Ant Swim School is absolutely amazing for teaching kids to swim!) This is a business that truly cares about their community and especially about children in the community being water safe. Teaching swim lessons is not just a job for them, it's their "calling" and life's work, and it shows in the results they get. They taught my older daughter to swim back in 2019 when my now five year old was a baby, and I loved them then. But we moved even further away than before and with my older daughter's schedule being so crazy I decided to try something closer to home for my younger daughter. Now I really regret not just taking her to Ant from the beginning as well. I have spent the last two years trying several different swim schools and coaches for my younger daughter and nothing has worked. In desperation, I gave up my ski week vacation and rearranged my work schedule to make it possible to take my younger daughter to a weeklong winter swim camp at Ant. The first day she cried the whole time, which is what she always has done during swim lessons. The coach gently but firmly encouraged her anyway. The second day she cried a little less and was smiling by the end of class. The third day she swam on her own. I am floored. This was a child who at the beginning of the week screamed like you were killing her if you tried to get her to put her face in the water, even with goggles on. By the fifth day, she could jump off the side of the pool with no goggles, turn around and swim back to the wall and climb out. This school takes water safety so seriously and they are so good at what they do. I know how stressful swim lessons can be when you have a child who is super resistant to water, and this school makes things as stress free as possible. If you can, I highly recommend doing one of their camps, as the multiple days in a row really helps the kids get used to the water! You'll be amazed at the progress your child makes. Their prices are very reasonable and actually cheaper than many other swim schools we've been at. These swim coaches are like the water whisperers and I can't recommend them enough! 10 out of 10 stars for sure! read more