We love Sherman Swim School! I am an actual customer. My kids took swimming lessons and got to see…read morethe big kids diving, and now they are divers themselves. At Sherman, they are very attentive and always looking for ways to help their customers. The pool is perfectly heated, so ideal place for winter/spring lessons. The facility is nice and clean, with seating, umbrellas, and a fine mist for the hot summer afternoons. I highly recommend this place if you want private swimming lessons or diving lessons for your kids.

Sherman Swim School is the best! My (now) 8yr old daughter had attended swim sessions over the past…read morefew years, and it totally prepared her for her dream of being on a swim team. Her teachers were fantastic and they fine-tuned each lesson to turn her weaknesses into strengths. They made each lesson fun and my daughter always left the pool wishing she could swim longer. I also realize the focus they placed on technique and timing created a solid foundation for her to grow from. She can swim all four strokes, is now a very confident swimmer and having a blast on the swim team. She even tells me she might be interested in diving down the road, and we'll know exactly where to go to learn! It was easy to work with them to schedule days and times to fit what worked for us best (as my daughter's activities seem to change all the time). We could always count on having a day to swim and my daughter looked forward to it every week. In summary, Steve, Laurie and all the teachers are the best. We couldn't recommend Sherman Swim School more!

I wanted to update my review…read more We had some challenges due to instructor turnover, which was really hard for my child who needs consistency and a higher level of support. I understand that changes happen, but it would mean a lot to families like ours to be informed ahead of time and have a smoother transition. As a special needs family, it's not always easy to find places that can truly accommodate. There are moments I feel defeated and wonder how we'll make things work. That said, I truly appreciate the director for listening, apologizing, and working with us. With the added support, my child is now back to learning how to swim which is so important for her. Thank you for supporting our family.

Warm pool, every staff member is friendly and welcoming, clean facility from the shower to changing…read morerooms to observation area to lobby! This is assembly line, factory style swim lessons but it works. Our six year old has shown a lot of improvement in 3 months. Shout out to Ms Cherry, who has just the right combination of gentle demeanor and generous high fives to have my hesitant child feeling safe and enjoying swim lessons.

Great place to swim, but playing water polo here is the worst. Im not sure what chemical they are…read morerunning in the pool...but, it is the worst in Northern California. I get the feeling they prefer to dump chemicals into the pool instead of test it?

3 huge pools ! Nicely heated ! Great location with parking ! Hard to figure out how or maybe when…read moreto sign up on the genius site but I just show up and typically someone has cancelled . Been a delight during covid in particular !

This review is long overdue! Growing up, I never learned how to swim, but it was always a goal of…read moremine to conquer it. While I wasn't afraid of pools or the ocean, I'd drown if I found myself in deep water without a life vest. I decided to finally take the plunge and learn in my 30s, and I'm so glad I found Woody! At the time, she was offering lessons in Oakland, and I chose her because it was in my neighborhood. Although the 1:1 lessons were a bit pricey for my budget at the time, they were worth it! After a few months of lessons, I was able to get past the mental barrier I had around deep water and finally learned how to tread water. Beyond that, Woody equipped me with numerous skills and techniques to feel confident and comfortable in the water. Let me tell you, learning to swim as an adult is no easy feat, but having a fantastic instructor makes all the difference. I highly recommend Woody for swim lessons! Thank you, Woody!

My daughter started swim lessons about three years ago. She is 9 now. She liked being in the pool…read morewhen we started although did not know how to swim (though she thought she knew how to swim!) She didn't want to start swim lessons. We wanted the peace of mind that she knew how to swim so we joined the wait list and started as soon as we could. We told her it is a life lesson and she had to do it and thankfully she agreed. Our daughter isn't quick to trust or warm up. I was a little concerned that the teachers wouldn't respect her shyness That was not the case at all. The coaches are all respectful, kind and professional. Now she knows how to swim and more! The picture is of her learning to dive! My husband started taking lessons too because he was inspired to improve his swim technique. Both really enjoyed swimming with the coaches and learned a lot. We highly recommend Woodys swim school!

Both of my kids started lessons here & they both learned so many skills in just a month! Most of…read moreall they are comfortable & enjoying. The instructors know how to push the kids (mine are 3.5 & 7) enough so they're not "playing" but instead they're actually learning. I highly recommend Devin as an instructor as well as Saoirse. We are having a great time coming here!

Splash Swim School in Walnut Creek has been outstanding for our family. What makes this place so…read morespecial is not just the program, it is the people. Coach Fio, Ryan, and Devon have been incredibly patient, encouraging, and kind with our kids. And Conor, the manager, truly sets the tone. He goes above and beyond to make families feel supported and welcomed, and it is clear he genuinely cares about each child's experience. Our kids can be tough customers and there have been plenty of lessons where they did not want to get in the water at all. The team never gets frustrated or makes it feel like a problem. They stay patient, meet the kids where they are, and keep the focus on helping them feel safe, comfortable, and happy. What we appreciate most is that they make learning fun while still teaching real water safety and swimming skills. That balance is not easy, and this team does it so well. We are very grateful for the care, consistency, and heart they bring every week. Highly recommend Splash Swim School, especially this Walnut Creek team.

I had a great experience at Waterworks Swim School in Concord. The instructors are patient,…read morefriendly, and really know how to work with kids. The pool is warm and clean, and the lessons are organized well. We noticed improvement in confidence and swimming skills after only a few classes. Very good location Highly recommend for beginners and young children.

Kevin works very well with my son, very patient and adjusts along as my son progresses. We started…read morewith Kevin in February with my son barely knowing how to swim, afraid of the water going onto his face. It is now August and my son can swim about 25 yards unassisted now, do diving, completely comfortable with the water! We love Kevin and would recommend him to anyone!

As a long-standing member of Oakwood, I am continually drawn back by the exceptional dance…read moreinstructors who enrich our community. Among them, Carah Hering stands out as my all-time favorite fitness instructor. She imparts her expertise in Line Dancing, ZUMBA, Aqua-ZUMBA, and Cardio Dance, fostering a sense of community that transcends the club. Carah helps coordinate dance parties and trips throughout the year, she also encourages the celebration of birthdays and other life milestones in a unique and memorable manner. These events provide an unparalleled opportunity for camaraderie and shared experiences. Recently, I underwent hip replacement surgery, and Carah's classes served as my greatest motivation to heal and resume dancing with my Oakwood Dance Sisters. If you are passionate about dance or eager to explore this art form, I wholeheartedly recommend all the dance classes offered at the Oakwood Athletic Club.

Love this gym! The pool is the perfect temperature, the showers are immaculate, the wet and dry…read moresaunas relaxing, the fitness classes intense, but fun, and the machines are state-of-the-art. The staff at the front desk, make it a point to memorize your name, amazing, so check-in is very easy highly recommend!

This is a great neighborhood swimming pool located in the Oak Springs neighborhood in Orinda…read more The pool itself is nice sized and there's even a smaller shallow pool for the little kids where parents can supervise children while relaxing at a patio table nearby. I like the updated upper patio area, where it's fun to have bbq's and b-day parties : ) The lower patio area has plenty of room for lounge chairs, tables, and patio chairs. There's even a clubhouse, which is perfect for holiday parties and private events! There is a small parking lot in front of the pool and clubhouse.

We love this pool!! So much fun. No swim team, hot showers, cold drinks and a diving board. If you…read moreare looking for a mini vacation this is the place to be. This is our home away from home during the summer. Oh and did I mention NO SWIM TEAM!!!