This definitely works! I've tried all the local south FL swim courses that come to your home once…read moreand a week and they just don't work. This really does and I'm sorry I waited so long to do it. My 2.5 yr wouldn't go near the pool. By the end of the week he was swimming under water across the whole thing. Don't get me wrong, it's intense. But everyone told me I had to do this, it's the only way. Trust me it does. 100% recommend.

I am writing this review with a heavy heart. I genuinely did not intend to tarnish this business,…read moreand I expressed to "Ms. Julie" over the phone that I had no desire to do so. However, something about our final interaction didn't sit right with me. While she is clearly gifted with children and I initially had high hopes, the lack of professional boundaries and the lapse in safety became impossible to ignore. The Experience vs. The Environment First Impressions: During the FaceTime tour, Ms. Julie was amazing with my son; her ability to engage kids is undeniable. Even though she wore a "Trump Won" shirt--which was alarming--I dismissed it because my son was happy. I felt that if she could get him to swim, I would be happy. Hygiene Issues: While she provides an indoor observation area, it had a strong, unpleasant odor. The bathroom was the breaking point--the inside of the toilet was visibly black and unhygienic. Despite signs asking parents to use Lysol wipes, basic maintenance was missing. False Advertising: I was hesitant about a 6:30 PM session due to the temperature and the sun going down. I was explicitly told by the answering service that there were indoor and outdoor pool options. This was a flat-out lie. On Day 2 at 5:00 PM, the water was cold, my son and I were shivering, yet my concerns were dismissed by her simply showing me on her phone the temperature was 89 degrees. I do not know if salt water pools are different, but it was not warm. Professionalism & Safety Concerns The most alarming part of this experience was the total lack of focus on my child: Day 1 Conflict & Venting: After the first lesson, I overheard Ms. Julie arguing with her teenage son. She then proceeded to vent to me about it. Which was okay, but later I realized it set a tone that her personal life was the priority over the business interaction. Safety Negligence (Day 2): I got into the pool to help. Instead of focusing on my son, Ms. Julie spent the lesson venting about her personal drama with her teenage son again. She became so distracted by her own talking that she failed to ensure my son's head stayed out of the water while assisting him to float. A swimming lesson is for the child's safety, not a therapy session for the instructor. Inappropriate Comments: She told me her son "wanted to live with me" because he wants to live in a place with "no rules or boundaries." She later tried to clean it up by saying she told him that didn't exist anywhere, but it was a bizarre, uncomfortable comment to make to a client. Religious & Political Overtones Unsolicited Religious Practice: After venting about her son, she insisted on praying with me. I "uncomfortably obliged" the first time. However, on Day 2, when I explicitly said "No, I don't pray," she responded with "Well, can I pray?" and did it anyway. It felt dismissive of my own boundaries. Political Branding: Wearing "Trump Won," "Trump 2024," and "I Stand with Charlie Kirk" apparel/jewelry in a professional youth business created an environment that felt more like a statement than a service. Final Assessment I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt and even spoke with Cedricka, who was great and tried to mitigate the situation. I initially decided to cancel, but after a thoughtful and apologetic email from Ms. Julie, I was actually inclined to finish the last 3 days based on that message, despite my husband's reservations. However, when we finally spoke on the phone, her tone was flat and dry. It didn't match the warmth or sincerity of her email at all. Although she apologized, the tone was not the same. That disconnect made me realize the email was likely a formality to avoid a bad review rather than a genuine realization of her behavior. The Bottom Line: Ms. Julie is a gifted teacher. If you are looking for a skilled swimmer who is great with kids, she has the talent. However, if you value professional boundaries, a clean environment, and an instructor whose focus remains 100% on your child's safety rather than her personal life, I cannot recommend this program. A swimming lesson should be for the child's development, not a therapy session for the instructor.

Excellent swimming school, the teachers are really nice.. loveee Michelle!! Very organized and kids…read morefriendly.

We're deeply grateful our pediatrician recommended this swim school. Miss Kathy and Rob practice a…read moregentle, child-first style of teaching and the results are amazing. It's incredible to see your own child blossom into a real swimmer - without fear, and with joy in the pool - after just a few lessons. It's also incredible to see that evolution in the other children with whom you share the class. We enjoy their mindful approach for both parents and children in how they structure the classes. We also respect their extensive Montessori teaching background, which shows in how they treat each child individually, with respect and kindness and calmness, and approach swimming as a series of small steps that all come together for different leaps of skill in the water. If you care most about your child learning to swim in a supportive, gentle and loving environment, this is the school for you. You will not only nurture a safe swimmer, but also a child who discovers joy, confidence and fun in the pool.

If you are interested in having your child(ren) LOVE the water for life, then this is the swim…read moreschool for you! I have brought three of my four children here over the course of the past fourteen years, and will be enrolling my fourth this summer. The owners, and coaches, Rob and Kathy McKay, not only know about swimming, but they know about children. They both continually research ways in which babies and young children learn - using fun, age-appropriate games to teach crucial swimming skills. The children are having so much fun, they don't realize they're involved in instruction. The McKays are dedicated to providing a gentle and nurturing environment in which children can learn to love swimming, without the pressure and scare tactics that some other swim schools employ. If you're wanting to drop your child off while you sit on the sidelines, this is NOT the place for you. Parents in the water with their baby/child is a must here at this school - so it really becomes a mommy (or daddy) and me program. I can't think of another mommy and me program that I would enjoy more! You will spend your class time with your child in the warm waters having fun, playing games, and singing songs...all while learning swim techniques. To this day, my 17 yo is still such a relaxed swimmer and loves the water - as does my 8 yo. My 4 yo refused to even put his face in the water last year. Within a few classes, he progressed to putting his whole head under and LOVING IT! Within a few months, he was diving to the bottom of the shallow end to pick up a ring on the bottom of the pool. I can't tell you how many horror stories I hear from mothers who go elsewhere and their children become terrified of the water due to the forceful teaching techniques. I feel truly blessed to get to bring my children here. Lifestyle Swim School is THE swim school if you want your child(ten) to love swimming for LIFE!

Quality swimming helped equip our child with confidence in the water. She loves her teacher and has…read morelearned so much from her. The owner is the best, the answering service is highly communicative and helpful. We love this place.

Probably the best swim instructor I have witnessed. Gary breaks down each aspect of the stroke…read moreusing video analysis before and after his comprehensive instruction. My class was small 6 people ranging from a 9 year old girl to a 73 year old man. Everyone improved their stroke and felt confident at the end of the course. Highly recommend for any level!

I came across Gary Fahey from Stroke Doctor Swimming recommended by someone that took the Total…read moreImmersion Workshop, the one based on Terry Laughlin's Total Immersion technique. First I signed for a Private Lesson and he videotaped me while swimming to show areas where I can improve. Then he showed me techniques to have a more fluid movement to help me become a more efficient swimmer. I thought it was very valuable. I also joined his TriSwim team in Davie where I swim together with a team of triathletes looking to improve their swim skills. He provides challenging workouts to help improve freestyle swimming and overall performance. This is different from a masters swim groups since it focuses on triathlete skills. Last weekend I joined the Open Water class in Fort Lauderdale beach. Gary and his team provided specific tips for open water triathlon swimming, from sighting to turning, very useful. I strongly recommend Gary for any triathlete that is looking to improve his swimming skills, as he is very knowledgeable and passionate about this field.

Ms Julie did a great job with Samantha and is very patient, kind, but also firm when needed.read more

5 Stars We are…read moreabsolutely amazed by the results of Ms. Julie's swim lessons! Our 3-year-old daughter, who has always been resistant to swimming, learned to swim confidently in just 5 days. She can now swim across the pool all by herself! Ms. Julie is hands down the best swim instructor we've ever seen. Her warm and comfortable pool, combined with her patient and expert teaching style, made all the difference. We had tried lessons at other places like Boca Swim before, but they didn't even come close to what Julie offers. The transformation was incredible--our daughter can now handle situations like being thrown into the pool or going down a water slide and landing underwater. She's able to swim back to safety with ease, which gives us so much peace of mind. Julie offers a variety of options, including private lessons at her pool or yours, solo or group lessons, and a teaching style that truly works for kids who are fearful or hesitant in the water. If you're on the fence about whether your child can learn to swim, Ms. Julie will change that! We couldn't be more grateful.

Everything, the staff is very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The sense of security and…read moreassurance that I have gain all the instructor have help me to accomplish my swimming lessons.

I am a woman in my 40's and due to a very traumatic experience in my childhood (I'm talking mouth…read moreto mouth resuscitation here) I have never learned to swim. For the longest time I couldn't get my ears wet because I'd freak out. Having said that, I moved into a house with a pool and little by little I have been losing my fear of the water. I know I will never go in the ocean, but the pool now I can do. David's swim school is very close to my home and I always saw it, or their signs, and I would think to myself. "I should sign up and take lessons" I always rationalize that I would do it eventually, or the following year. And then Covid hit. Now over a year later I decided that enough was enough. I called and made an appointment to start swimming lessons. I am able to float and to swim under water by myself but I was absolutely nervous the very first time I went in. I signed up for 8 group classes, but because of my schedule and the pandemic, I have been the only adult taking the class every time except for one class. Everyone is very nice and both the instructors I've had have been very patient and understanding. They have taught me invaluable techniques to be able to swim. Am I an expert swimmer? No, but with the technics I have been taught I feel so much more confident in the water. It takes practice. I will most definitely take more lessons once my schedule opens up again. I know so much more now than 7 lessons ago. Facilities are clean and they have proper equipment, pool is heated and indoors. They have cameras with tv's outside so parents can see their children while they swim. Everything is more geared towards children, but they have lots of different programs for adults as well. Such as training, military and so on. I am glad I decided to take the leap. I would certainly recommend David's Swimming School to anyone.

Ronit is an AMAZING swimming instructor. She's patient,…read morekind, & I appreciate the way she encourages & builds confidence in her students. My son started scared because he didn't know how to swim, but she was so encouraging & patient and by day#2 he was already swimming, & by day#3 floating & turning over/swimming towards the edge of the pool (I couldn't believe my eyes)! Her approach to water safety and teaching her students the right techniques/skills is a game changer. Thank you Ronit for sharing your gift with my son & all the other children you've taught. I no longer fear for his safety near the water thanks to you.

We got to Ronit thought a recommendation and we were not disappointed. Our 3 year old was swimming…read morein no time. It was amazing to see how Ronit was with our kid and more amazing how he responded to her. Very professional and safe approach. Who knew it can be done in a week. Thank you Ronit for saving me hours of pool time to teach Leo myself, if I knew you back than I would bring you his brother and sister as well Definitely recommend to any parents who's kid stil can't swim .. worth the time and every penny