If you had told me a year ago that I'd be floating in a pool -- willingly, happily, and without the…read moresecurity of solid ground beneath my feet -- I would've laughed... and maybe cried a little. I spent most of my life avoiding the deep end like it was filled with sharks. Water and I were not on speaking terms. Honestly, I would've preferred two back-to-back dentist appointments over a single swim class. Enter Swim Easy New York -- aka the miracle workers: Krystoff, Evelyn, and Isabela. These three absolute legends took an adult who used to treat puddles like potential death traps and taught me not just the basics, but how to tread water, how to stay calm without feeling the bottom, and -- wait for it -- how to jump off the edge of the pool into the deep end. Let me say that again: I JUMPED INTO THE DEEP END. On purpose. For someone who spent a lifetime cautiously stepping away from the edge and praying never to fall in, that moment was nothing short of a mental breakthrough. My heart was pounding so hard I could hear it in my ears... but I did it. And YEYYY ME. What sets Swim Easy apart isn't just the amazing instructors -- though they are truly amazing. Krystoff is basically the James Bond of swim teachers: calm, cool, and in total control. Evelyn is like your personal hype squad with the patience of a saint, and Isabela radiates so much warmth and encouragement that you feel like an Olympian just for showing up. But the structure of the program is what really makes it stand out. Unlike most places where you're locked into one class a week, Swim Easy lets you take as many classes as you want. I personally went with two a week to help reinforce what I was learning. It made a huge difference. They also offer a variety of time slots, including classes starting as late as 5 PM, until 7.15 pm which is perfect if you work a 9-to-5. And the best part? It's super affordable, especially for the level of personal attention and support you get -- and the caliber of instructors you're learning from. I've laughed, panicked a little, swallowed enough pool water to qualify as a human sponge -- but I've learned to swim. And more than that, I actually enjoy being in the water now. That's something I never thought I'd say in this lifetime. If you've been putting it off, telling yourself it's too scary or too late -- please, just go to one class. That's all it takes to see how different this place is. They'll teach you, encourage you, and help you do things you never imagined you could. They changed my life. I think they'll change yours too.

Amazing, Incredible! I know these are cliches, but it's all true. I am 44 yrs. old, didn't know…read morehow to swim and was terrified of being unable to touch the bottom of a pool, which I think was triggered at a young age. I've been to so many places with beautiful pools and the ocean, and I guess I just pretended that I was okay while everyone was enjoying themselves, but I was not. I committed that I needed to learn how to swim to overcome my fears. I researched the web and watched many YouTube videos when I found SwimEasyNY. I first hesitated to call, putting it off for several weeks until I just said I needed to make the call. SwimEasyNY provides group classes and private lessons. For myself, I wanted private lessons since I prefer one-on-one training programs. Krzysztof (Miracle Worker, Training Coach Extraordinaire) scheduled me for our first session the next day after my call. Of course, I was terrified, but, Krzysztof immediately left me at ease when we met and started our session. First was breathing techniques at the sallow end, while Krzysztof provided constant reinforcement and some good laughs, which helped tremendously! I never felt unsafe or judged by anyone on Krzysztof's team; they're all WONDERFUL and create a great positive atmosphere for everyone--there is no judgment. After my 4th session, I was heading to the deep end, again, with Krzysztof's positive training techniques, and use of a board for assistance, which is something I would never have done before in my life. Krzysztof always provided positive reinforcement to show that water is not your enemy but something to enjoy. Today, August 5, 2022, was my 6th session when something clicked, like riding a bike; I started treading water without assistance or holding onto the side of the pool. I'm saying this because I wasn't thinking about it while talking to Krzysztof until we both realized I was doing this without any instruction. I then swan the entire pool length without a board and swam the whole distance again on my back. Onto more great sessions. Just AMAZING, INCREDIBLE! THANK YOU, Krzysztof, and the team at SwimEasyNY; you're all Awesome!

I enrolled this winter to learn to swim first time as an adult. The classes with Physique Swimming…read morewere really amazing. I not only learned to swim but really developed skills to become a swimmer for exercise. I'm so glad I signed up and I so enjoyed coming to class every week. Thank you guys so much!

I have taken private lessons with three wonderful instructors:…read more 1. Coach Nyrie - Tailors lessons to make you feel comfortable in the water and develop an understanding of how your body moves through the water. Her passion for teaching shines through in each lesson. She is patient, observant, encouraging, and will help you meet your swim goals. 2. Coach Cam - He will have you swimming "long and strong." He encourages you, reads your frustrated thought bubbles, pops them, and helps get you back in a positive mindset. 3. Coach Anna W. - Her warm personality makes you at ease. She is attentive, observant, and there to help you meet your goals.

Its a perfect gym for me The only reservation i have is a…read morebit far from my residence Otherwise everything is great

I'm an old original Reebox Club person from the late 90s, before they even sold out so I'm picky…read more All these years later, I've slowed down, and I'm even pickier but in a different way. Mercedes Club is perfect for me. Thank you for keeping the music fairly quiet after a long day of work, and thank you for the fantastic service by management and customer service. Also a shout out for quiet lockers!!! Yes!! Every other club has these slamming lockers and I want to lose my mind. I do wish you had more healthy food options for those nights I'm too tired to cook.....but I'll take a juice any day!!! Cheers to time flying and nice people to workout around.

Terrible experience, daughter was signed up for the intermediate toddler class and instructors made…read morethe class very boring, making my girl do different variations of the kick and paddle for 40 minutes straight without any game or fun activity. The class is very serious and each kid works with someone but it's awkward and not fun. She did not look forward to going but on top of that , they cancelled the last 2 sessions of the class and never reached out to rebook or offer a refund. I emailed and called Wafa multiple times and he never responded. Then months later he sent me an email to signup for another class. Lol Who does this? Who ignores their paying clients and then sends them ads for future classes? I need the refund for the classes that were never rebooked. Stop running a clown show and treat customers fairly. Would not recommend. Wafa does bad business.

the best swim class! we tried imagine and the y and they just don't compare. no frills, just…read morelearning how to swim and getting comfortable and confident with the water. my son started before he turned 1.5 and he was terrified of swimming, he's now a confident, strong, no floatie, underwater swimming 4 year old. this class is the best!

Tribeca location... We've been going to this location for…read morethe past 6 years. Alice is absolutely amazing and all 3 kids are very happy but what makes us parents happy is the quality of their work. They have recently opened a play space for the kids while they wait for classes; the locker rooms are now spotless, the place overall in nice and clean and very welcoming for families. Customer service is great, they're very accommodating and flexible. Highly recommend them.

My 5yo son has been in imagine lessons for over a year in crown heights and has progressed beyond…read moremy expectations. After a negative experience when he was younger, I was delighted at the quality facilities and small class sizes. He went from nearly zero to swimming half the pool and jumping into the deep end, and it's all from the instruction here. It's pricier than some other options but worth it for us. Would be 4.5 - only deduction for pricing model.

My 3 children all did this with great success. My 5 year old had done 3 years of swim lessons with…read morethe main swim lesson place on Long Island and he could only swim 5 feet and my 4 year old was the same. After 6 weeks of lessons with Kristine from ISR Seal Team Survival, all 3 of my kids could float for as long as needed and the 4 and 5 year old could turn and swim as well. The most amazing part was that after 6 weeks our 1 year old was able to float as well, even with winter clothes on. This really works and everyone that we have recommended to her has had the same results. Don't waste your money on the other companies, use ISR!

I knew from the moment my baby was born that I wanted to enroll her in ISR. I had seen the videos…read moreonline and I knew ISR was offering so much more than swim schools that starts babies out with floaties. In 6 weeks my daughter (18 months old) learned how to roll over on her back and float, even in winter gear, Essentially learning how to save her own life. Having a pool at my home I wanted to make sure that if she should ever fall in the pool she would know what to do. Her coach, Kristine, is the most amazing and patient person I have ever met and I am thankful for her and for teaching my daughter these life saving skills. I couldn't recommend it enough!

TLDR: Friendly staff, small personalized lessons, and overall pleasant learning experience…read more I cannot recommend Ocean Olympia enough! From day one, the staff was super friendly and made me feel right at home. My instructor, Raymond, took the time to understand what I needed and personalized every lesson to help me improve in the shortest amount of time. I made more progress in a few lessons than I thought I would, and I felt so supported the whole time. I've recommended this place to friends and if you're also looking to learn to swim, this is your place. 5 stars!

I loved my time here at Ocean Olympia. Raymond helped me progress faster than I could have ever…read morehoped. From being scared to put my face in the water to swimming laps, he has been there through it all to guide me. Thank you for everything and I wish the best!

I should have written a review years ago. Well anyway better late than never--just like learning to…read moreswim. I started lessons with Penguin City in my late 40s MY LATE 40s, people! And I'm terrible when it comes to learning how to do new athletic/physical things and even *I* learned to swim. (Now in my mid 50s.) If you're nervous, think you're too old, whatever else--please give it a try; you'll at least learn enough to be comfortable in the water, and the staff are really professional and the time I spent in the water for my lessons was actually really relaxing. Worth it. Give it a try, even if you never get to the point where you swim Olympic pool laps, you will feel competent in a pool and you will find enjoyment.

Ok guys, this is my scoop on this spot!…read more I'm upgrading my swimming lessons to one day be able to swim In the Ocean or Sea. I don't think you're a real swimmer if u can't swim in the Ocean. U know why? It's bc there are No rails to grab onto. Sink or Swim! Hahahaha. My goal! Lol. I think everyone can improve on their swimming skills. The staff is amazing, the swim instructors are Awesome . So, patient with us. Ohh u can also pay for private lessons too. It's very affordable! If it's 4u as an adult or kids give them a try. Lots of lockers, Large enough pool. I didn't feel rushed, by our instructor Sophie. She's thorough in her lessons. I still had fun. I recommend, Penguin City Swim.

Great club. Lots of equipment and a well known and popular pool. Relaxed atmosphere. Nice mix of…read moremembers. Not a show off club.

Never ending remodel on the hideously dated 1970s women's locker room. You never hear or see any…read moreconstruction workers. Only two working showers, mold, weirdly low knee breaking toilets, strange layout, beat up lockers... the angriest woman ever has the most hours at the front desk. She will hate you on sight! Management acts like YOU'RE the problem, not the lack of services. Honestly, if you're a woman don't join until the remodel is done.