We came to this swim school because it was recommended by our friends. My 4-year-old was afraid to…read moreput her face in the water, but even though the program isn't over yet, she's already much more comfortable in the water. Thank you, Trisha, for being so patient and kind. My daughter really likes you, and we're happy with her progress so far.

Great club to learn swimming around this area. The instructors are focused and try their best to…read moregive attention to each kid individually. My kid had a great experience with Instructors Jill and Trisha. They are friendly, communicative and take extra effort to make kids comfortable in the water. It's difficult to get in so make sure you sign up quickly as soon as the registration opens.

My daughter took lessons with them from when she was 4 until 8 years old. The things I really like…read moreabout them: - you pay on a monthly basis and get the time slot you want and keep it as long as you continue to pay. None of that re-enrolling after 10 weeks (or however long other swim programs are) and writing down 3 time slot choices (hoping to get your #1 choice). - group session is maximum of 3 swimmers! - consistent teachers. My daughter had teacher John for almost 2 years before seeing a different teacher. - program director is very receptive of comments. Example: one new teacher talked a lot in the beginning to the point the kids were no longer listening. Explained the situation to the program director and the following week, there was improvement. Short instructions, kids listened well, and ample swim time. My daughter would've stayed with Orca if it weren't for the fact that she wanted to join a swim team and needed that next-level program to improve her endurance and skill set. I always recommend first time swimmers to check out Orca.

Orca Swim School is amazing!!! Have you been reluctant to pursue swimming for whatever reason. Or…read moreseveral reasons? Have other lessons been a poor experience? Me, too. Orca's unique approach to swimming truly is a miracle. I just completed the 8 class beginner course in the Bothell pool. I am amazed they were able to overcome all my years of negative self-talk and experiences and now I am able to hang out comfortably in the deep end of the pool. They dispelled all my misconceptions I had about swimming and myself. Do you want to feel safe and actually enjoy yourself in this new phase of your life? Contact Orca Swim School. I am so glad I did. Truly enlightening.

Kathy and CJ are amazing! My two boys 4 1/2 and 18 months spent the spring and summer in their…read moreclasses and the results have been fantastic! They are both confident in the water and swimming. Even the 18 month old, he jumps from the diving board and swims to the side unassisted now (with his "jet pack" float). Kathy and Cj truly care about the kids, they want them to swim well and know what to do in an emergency! If you want dancing and singing in class this may not be the class for you but if you want a strong confident swimmer this is hands down the best place to go. We will be back at KTAP in the spring to continue to build on the skills learned this year.

We love Kathie - our son started when he was ~2 or maybe a bit younger. He's now 3.5 and progressed…read morequite well. As you'll clearly see, Kathie either has 5 star or 1 star. Our son took to her approach immediately and has thrived. Highly recommend for parents AND kids who are both resilient.

All of my kids have gone to Suzie's --you can't beat the instruction. I really feel like they are…read morelearning great skills

This swim school is the best one around! It's a family owned business and you can tell they really…read morecare about kids and their experience. One of the best things about their pool is that it isn't overly chlorinated. They use a saltwater system. Some pools feel like they have so many chemicals, that you wouldn't want your kids to swim in them. The water is the perfect temperature. The teachers are very knowledgeable and experienced. Everyone is very friendly and the kids are always excited to come back every week. There is a waiting list to even get in here. If you're looking for somewhere to send your kids, this is definitely the place!

I have mixed feelings about this place. James is an…read moreexcellent instructor, first of all. The best we've had there. He has taught my kid faster and better than anybody else in 4 years. The pools often smell of heavy chlorine and mildew but I have no idea how often the water is changed. They ask you to wear dirty, hairy, holey shoe covers in the swim area. I have no problem wearing shoe covers but these are pretty disgusting to touch. I understand the owners are trying to cut corners but they really shouldn't make it so obvious to the public. There are three WiFi signals for SwimLabs but the public is no longer allowed a guest WiFi. We are no longer allowed to make up classes anymore, which was a big factor in choosing them. It seems to be tightening up and a lot less fun. Finally, my husband witnessed a grown woman helping her son get dressed in the men's locker room instead of the shared bathroom. When he mentioned it to the desk staff, they said ok but didn't do anything about it. The staff seems to be very careful not to offend customers but the owner is cutting corners everywhere they can.

We loved our instructor. However, the company as a whole is a bunch of crooks. They double charged…read moreus and then blamed us for the system failing us. There is not an actual human to speak to. Not to mention the bathrooms haven't been cleaned in forever and are disgusting. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.

Coaches Molly and Hannah are both so awesome with our daughter and so knowledgeable about teaching…read moreyoung kids to swim! Our daughter is under a year and a half and we are seeing such progress with each session. We would highly recommend SwimGuru and the Fall City location!

From the owner: Our privately owned, indoor pool is always kept at a comfortable 86–87°F and features convenient…read moreonsite amenities, including a bathroom and shower for client use before and after lessons. We also offer plentiful, hassle-free parking. SwimGuru provides Seattle’s most effective swim and water safety lessons. We specialize in teaching brand new swimmers—from infants to adults, including individuals with special needs. Every new student begins with private lessons customized to their physical and emotional readiness. Once students achieve water independence at all depths, they progress to stroke development. Experienced swimmers can join private, semi-private or group lessons. We offer instruction in all four swim strokes, snorkeling, and more—always in a fun, supportive, and caring environment. Swimming, Safety, Strokes, Snorkeling, and more—SwimGuru does it all!

The aquatics center was so fun when I brought my Nephew there to swim during community swim, I felt…read moreso safe in the water when Lead Noah Trikur was guarding he was such a great "lead" and made us all feel welcomed and appreciated during our visit

Sammamish YMCA is always clean and has lots of amenities - multiple basketball courts, large…read moreswimming pool and lap pool, many treadmills, etc. Best Y I have been to.

My kids did private lessons at Eastside Swim School and we were absolutely blown away by how much…read morethey both advanced in just one summer. One of my children was petrified of the water and wouldn't submerge his head on the first day, and three months later, he was literally swimming across the pool independently. My other child could just barely swim, and by the end of a few months, he could nearly beat his instructor in a swimming race across the pool. Lisa and her staff are incredible. They are dedicated to helping kids learn water safety awareness, building confidence and independence, improving swimming technique and endurance, all while encouraging kids to have fun and truly enjoy the water. We are so grateful to Lisa and her teachers (our boys adored Aidan!) for helping my children learn the important life skill of swimming--something they will take with them for the rest of their lives!

I was beyond impressed with the instructions that my teenage daughter received. After multiple…read moresessions of swim lessons elsewhere over the years, my daughter still could not swim at fifteen. After one session with Gelsi she emerged from the pool so proud that she actually swam. The way that Gelsi broke down her instruction into logical points that clicked with my daughter was much appreciated. Also, the owner, Lisa, is responsive and easy to communicate with. She checked in with us following the first lesson to make sure that we were happy.

summer day ‍. The atmosphere is super welcoming, and everyone makes you feel comfortable right…read moreaway. It's a really fun environment whether you're there to practice or just enjoy the pool. The team energy is amazing, and it's clear people actually care and support each other. Definitely a great place to cool off, have fun, and be part of

Love this club, the staff and players! It is conveniently located and a great club to play at! Very…read moreclean, well lit and has 4 indoor courts.

Our local pool. Our kid has been been coming here for years. Most the instructors are very vested…read morein the lessons and help the kids. Pool is clean, customer service is good. Good place to come watch your kid swim and good place for kids to learn swimming. Easy to locate Could use some more parking spots though

Very Disappointing Experience - Inconsistent Evaluation Records and Unfair Refund Policy…read more I am extremely disappointed with how this swim program has handled my daughter's progress and registration. My daughter completed Y3 and received a recommendation card from her coach to advance to Y4. However, after we registered her for Y4, we received a phone call stating that she had not passed Y3 and would need another evaluation before attending Y4. How is this possible when we already received a recommendation card confirming her advancement? When I asked them to verify this with her previous coach, I was told that the coach no longer works there. This raises serious concerns about the accuracy and integrity of their student evaluation records. I question whether her records were changed or her original evaluation was improperly overridden. Instead of providing a clear explanation for this discrepancy, they simply asked us to bring our daughter in for another test. I requested a full refund because I no longer trust their evaluation process. However, I was told that the transaction fee could not be refunded. Why should parents bear the financial consequences of inconsistent records and poor administration? This experience has been extremely frustrating and disappointing. Children deserve fair and accurate evaluations, and parents deserve transparency and accountability. Based on our experience, I would not recommend this swim program.