Michelle is the best! My son is usually very slow to warm up to new people, but he connected with…read moreher from the very first lesson. She is incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable -- you can tell she truly knows what she's doing. We've had such a great experience with her, and I'm so glad we were able to get lessons with her. There's a reason her classes book up so quickly!

I had been trying to get into this swim school for my daughter since last year but she was all…read morebooked up. I made sure that I was ready on the day her summer schedule came out and I finally got an opportunity to schedule classes. I am SO HAPPY that I was able to do so.. from the very first lesson my fearful 5 year old was at ease and so was I.. We have been coming for 5 weeks now and there is tremendous progress, I am so glad that I was able to get in this swim season. Michelle is an amazing swim teacher with the patience of a saint!!!!

since I last wrote about Swimmerman--and after the wretched scourge of COVID (that we're still…read moreliving in)--this place has greatly improved. setting aside how fantastic the location is, the class sizes are smaller and personal attention is greater. the staff is friendly and helpful so I'm very glad we came back. running a place like this ain't easy in the best of times given how The Littles tend to be germ wagons (bless them) and I appreciate Mr. Kyle and all.

We started my daughter here as an infant and she is now three and progressing right along. She's…read morereally comfortable in the water and the instructors have been fabulous. I can't say enough good things.

Absolutely wonderful instructor. Patient and very good at teaching the small details of learning to…read moreswim. If I could give 10 stars I would.

10/10! Sarah is such a sweet soul! She taught my daughter and her friend, (both under 2). We've had…read moreexperiences with other coaches, but Sarah is by far the most patient we've worked with. She is kind and has such a pleasant demeanor! She made the swimming sessions fun and was flexible with the kids' skill levels. Her diligence with toddlers speaks volumes about her skills! I would highly recommend her to anyone of any age looking to enhance their swimming skills. Thanks again, Sarah! See you next summer!

I've had swimming lessons sporadically in the past. Maybe I was just a tad bit more ready today?!…read moreNot really, I didn't want to leave the wall & would've been content practicing breathing today for my entire lesson. I was urged off the wall a few times by Coach Chris and the woman over the program (I think) & finally let go. Coach Chris is a great coach! He encouraged me & was very patient as I hesitantly followed his direction. I actually did 2 laps w/ the noodle focusing on kicks and breathing! That's the most progress I've had in a swim class in a 30-minute lesson! I guess I should note, this was a private lesson and previously I've taken group lessons. Either way, I gained the most progress and satisfaction from this one class than I have in the 4 group classes I've taken twice. I can't wait to see my progress at the end of the classes. The showers and changing areas are clean and adequate. Everyone from the front desk staff to the other personnel were friendly.

I absolutely love this program. My 3 year old really enjoyed the program. We had our kid take 3…read moreconsecutive courses. We could see the difference at the end of summerand our kid was able to swim for the most part. All the instructors excellent instructor particularly the owner Lindi. Online registration was a breeze. The facility is very nice and clean. I highly recommend this swim program. Like

We love goldfish! They have the pool and room heated so it's comfortable, Private changing areas +…read moreshowered and even a dryer for your wet swim clothes! Classes always start and end on time, and they have a waiting area for family to watch if you're not in the pool with your little one. The first class is free so you should try it!

From the owner: At Goldfish Swim School - Decatur, we teach children how to swim and build character through guided…read moreplay. We are a "safety-first" swim school dedicated to teaching children as young as four months old how to swim. Goldfish uses WOW. Customer Service to deliver a Golden Experience to all. We pride ourselves on helping your child master the skills they need to be safer and more confident in the water, as well as providing year-round swimming lessons with our Science of SwimPlay curriculum that has one instructor for every four swimmers. Let us guide your child to water safety in our shiver-free pool and vibrant, tropical environment. We can't wait to welcome your family into Goldfish Swim School.

I have had my girls come to Demi for two years now. Her customer service skills are amazing. Her…read moreprofessionalism is excellent. Demi displays understanding and patients with anyone she works with. Scheduling is semi flexible in the summer. I just wish there was a winter option to continue growth but I know this isn't a full time job. If you need something without a contract but effective she is the instructor for you!

Coach Demi has worked with our 6 and 10 year old (one advanced and one new swimmer). She was…read morealways so kind and professional and really targeted each lesson on what each child needed help in. Looking forward to working with again!

The pools here is always clean, refreshing and a welcomed part of my summer…read more However the 1.5hr time limit is frustrating after standing in a line for 45mins in the sun. I recommend coming early- 12:30 at opening.

Tuesday June 2nd, 2021…read more So the pool has been open since Saturday and we definitely had to come. It's limited in capacity at 40% or 92 people. We had a short wait of 5 minutes before enough people left the pool for us to get in. A wait list is taken when the pool exceeds capacity and you just have to wait until people leave, which typically isn't very long, on a week day anyway. I have to say the water was very chilly. So we also didn't stay longer than 30 minutes. The kiddie pool was not open. It seemed like there was no deep section and you could walk from one end of this Olympic size pool to the other. Don't bother calling ahead. I doubt they'll take a reservation over the phone. When I was there, the teenage staff were not answering. I also saw that folks had left the water running in the showers. Not very considerate given water is a scarce commodity. I'd suggest also reeling in the excess swim lanes which were just sitting on the ground gathering leaves. The price: Free! So you can't beat it. We will be back next week when I hope it's a little warmer.

The classes move quickly and we were a bit shocked by the pace of moving baby through the lessons…read morebut it works! We've attended two classes for our child and thus far everything is going great. There are family changing rooms to get young kids changed and there are also stalls to use to change. The pool is kept at 90 degrees and the room itself is very warm too. The pool is surrounded by glass walls (like a fish bowl) and chairs so you can sit in a room that's not so hot and watch your kid. If you have a very young child prepare to go into the pool.

My son has been coming here since he was 6 months old. We love the staff here and the instructors…read moreare very professional and hands-on. We like that you can watch the classes through the glass (without getting wet) and you can see all the age groups practicing. We usually do one session weekly and my son has advanced so much since he started. He absolutely loves the classes and loves to swim. The only downside is the parking. You have to get there pretty early to get good parking otherwise, the lot is full as there are several other businesses around. Definitely recommend it!

My son took his first dive lesson at the dive center and now he's hooked. Great place!read more

We participated in the open water diver training. Our instructor, Kim, was excellent. The classroom…read moreportion was well managed and very helpful. We we're all very well prepared for the knowledge checks. The pool portion of the training is really a great experience. We did the Friday, Saturday class. This worked best for our schedules. It makes for a long day, but Kim was patient and professional the entire day. If you have no knowledge or experience with diving, but have a desire to learn and an open mind, this is the place to go. You will leave class confident in your abilities.

We are ecstatic to be part of the Sharkie's family for almost 2 years. I brought my son to them…read moreafter being with another swim facility for a year and not making great progress. The environment is welcoming for a little one who is easily stressed. We have Coach John, who I can't say enough positive things about, his patience soars to the sky. My son has had many whining episodes with tears and purely wanting to quit but Coach John never gives up. He has a way with children to make them excited about learning. He has gained my son's trust and always finds a way to make him successful. There is nothing more rewarding as a parent watching my son get out of the water beaming with pride because he accomplished a skill that he thought was unobtainable. I was surprised to read the post on here describing a terrible trip to Crystal River, Florida. We were on the same trip and had a completely opposite experience. We had a memorable and fantastic time. I appreciated the time that Coach John and the owners of Sharkie's prepared us with a well thought out itinerary and for insuring that we had all the equipment necessary. On the day of each activity, I knew exactly where to go and never had to run out to get something we forgot to bring. The particular weekend we visited was the annual Manatee festival so the area was quite busy. I appreciated the block of rooms set aside for us so I didn't have to worry about hotels being full. Coach John was thorough to explain everything to be expected that our son didn't shed a single tear out of fear. His expertise and passion for scuba has made my husband and son excited to participate in the sport. I always say, we are grooming the next Jacques Cousteau. Sharkie's has taught my son valuable life lessons to enjoy and respect the water safely. I can't say enough about this facility, the staff, and the owners. They are such a great part of our community.

We absolutely love Sharkies Academy! My son has been attending since 2024, and his growth and…read moreconfidence in swimming have been incredible. When he first started, he was scared to get in the water, and now he swims with confidence and skill. Safety is very important to us, and Sharkies consistently prioritizes that. Coach Andre and the entire staff are amazing. We highly recommend Sharkies Academy!