This place makes a lot of promises in terms of their methods but we were really not convinced. Our kid actually spent very little time swimming ("White" or beginner level) in the few months we were there, there's a constant rotation of very young instructors so it's hard for the kid to get used to a style or establish confidence and for the instructor to really know the kids and what they need to advance. This was especially frustrating for us because our child had a experience with an instructor elsewhere and we wanted someone consistent, and in fact were told we were being placed with someone more experienced. That's not what happened. Our kid actually swims worse now than when she started. Also, the shower and changing area is totally open but in a narrow corridor, there aren't really enough showers during peak times, and it's just really chaotic. read more

They offer free swimming lessons for infants up until one years old. We just had to pay a one time annual fee of $50. We dropped by on a Saturday for the tour and signed up. They require swimming diapers for infants. The pool is heated to 90 degrees Fahrenheit so it's comfortable for babies. read more

The online system is pretty easy to understand and get registered. I did have a few questions and they were very helpful over the phone as its my first time enrolling my baby in swim classes. Their facilities are conveniently located by Anderson Lane and Mopac, near El Dorado Café (which I love to stop by once in a while after my baby's swim class). Their facilities are clean, bright and I appreciate the viewing deck for caregivers to be able to watch the swim class while also giving the children some independence. I only have experience with the infant sessions so far but I appreciate the easygoing instructors, the curriculum seems pretty standard and (since I need to be in the water with my baby, the heated pool). They keep the class going and also make it fun for the babies. Fun fact - aside from the registration fee - classes before your child turns one year old, are free! I'm a fan! read more

After some bad experiences at a few other places, we brought our kids to Waterloo so they could learn to swim. Our kids get distracted easily, but the teachers here are awesome at getting them to focus, and the kids have become great swimmers! Miss Margo has been their teacher for over a year and the kids adore her. They really enjoy their lessons, and are making constant and noticeable progress. We couldn't be happier! read more

My son's teacher Taylor does an incredible job, very patient and fun. Appreciate the instruction mixed with play.

We love Waterloo Swimming!! It's such a special place to learn and have fun in the water for kids of all ages! Our daughter started and was a bit hesitant at first, but after a few sessions with Mr. Michael at the W. Anderson Location she was so comfortable and loved every minute!! He's a wonderful, kind, patient, fun and informative instructor and we are so grateful for his support and encouragement to June! Highly recommend!! read more

Evan is wonderful with our 3 year old. He is very patient with him as well as teaching him to follow instructions. If you have a young one I highly recommend Evan and Waterloo! read more

Cedar is so patient with our child!! 5 star review all the way!! We have seen immediate progress working with her!!

Excellent swim school with good infrastructure and great staff! Both my daughters love to learn swimming here! Swim meets are organized pretty well and coaches focus on all the students without rushing them into upper levels. Overall pretty happy with Waterloo and will definitely recommend them for swimming lessons for all ages. read more

My toddler had a great time in the beginner's class. Ms. Emily is a patient and attentive instructor, and my son was always excited to see her on Saturday mornings. A great introduction to swimming for my little guy. read more

We have been taking the Little Loo lessons for my 19 month old daughter at Waterloo on Anderson - I highly recommend the facility, the Little Loos class and instructors. The facility is clean, the staff is incredibly kind and the lessons are effective. My daughter adores swim lessons and I feel so much better knowing she is learning water safety and swimming basics. The Little Loos class focuses on water safety, and the lessons are always structured well for baby / toddler attention levels and learning. My daughter can safely enter and exit the water, hang on the side of a pool and knows to kick her feet to get through water. We have been lucky enough to have Mr Isaiah as our instructor the past few weeks - he is knowledgeable, has a warmth that is so perfect for little kids, and explains things to parents/caretakers clearly. Highly recommend Waterloo!! read more

I have a 6 year who has had a fear of putting her face in the water for years. We had tried 4 other swim schools before Waterloo, and none of them were successful in having her put her face in the water. And there were always tears on the way to swim lessons. But Waterloo has been absolutely amazing! I will admit, there were a few tears at the beginning, but after just 2 months of lessons, she has not only put her face in the water and moved up to the next swim level, but tells me "it's no big deal anymore" to put her face in the water! They really have a great system in place for evaluating swim level and moving up swim levels as you improve. They are very professional and I've only had positive experiences with anyone I've dealt with. I highly recommend Waterloo! read more

I've been enjoying taking Adult Swimming classes at Waterloo Swimming on Anderson Ln. for over a year. All the teachers are really good and some of them are excellent! It's evident that people working here are passionate about swimming and deeply care about all the students having a great time, staying safe and learning solid swimming skills. The facility is beautiful/well up kept and pools, showers, restrooms and changing rooms are clean. When I started at Waterloo Swimming a year ago (beginner level Adult classes) I considered myself a non-swimmer. Attending classes regularly once a week, I was able to learn many solid swimming skills and various styles so that I literally fell in love with swimming. After a year, I gained many skills at the advanced level and developed stamina. With the right guidance from the swimming instructors (my favorites were Ms. Val and Isaiah), my progress was nothing short of astonishing. Also, everyone at Waterloo Swimming (administration and management) are deeply caring and very supportive. I had fun with other "classmates" and even developed some friendships through my swimming classes. I highly recommend Waterloo Swimming for all of your swimming needs (and all the fun and fitness that you get as a bonus!). Thank you Waterloo Swimming! read more

Such a well run swimming school, I am so impressed! The coaches are great! I started my kiddos this summer and they have quickly advanced to the next levels. I appreciate that the school evaluates skill level to make sure the classes are appropriate for the students. I've had experiences at other swim schools that didn't have that system and it felt like my child was doing/learning the same thing every week. They are extremely organized. I highly recommend them! read more

Waterloo is wonderful! We have been trying to personally teach our daughter to swim for years and she has been flourishing at Waterloo. She recently had the swim team with a local club, something she had failed to do a few times previously. The confidence and skill she has gained at Waterloo will pay dividends for years and we are so glad we found Waterloo! read more

We've so enjoyed our experience at Waterloo. We've had our 4 and 6 year old in weekly classes for over a year and their progress is remarkable. The staff is great, facilities are great, and the quality of teaching is top notch. read more

This was our third place to try swim lessons for our seven year old. I added in our three year old with low expectations, more to give myself a break, and I've been blown away by our boys' growth! We did summer four summer blitzes and both have thrived. Each blitz session, I watched the teachers quickly zero in on the skill set of each student in their class and push them right where they are at. The deck managers travel around, carrying iPads to keep track of each student's passed skills. They routinely updated me on their progress and what skills they needed to pass the next level. My seven year old made excellent progress and I was shocked at how far my three year old progressed and it was easy to keep practicing their skills on our own since we were so well educated. I HIGHLY recommend Waterloo. read more

Enjoyed my lessons at the Anderson location. I'd never learned to swim properly until now. Josh is a great instructor! And now I am all ready for summers at the pool. read more

Terrifying negligence. I took my 2.5 year old son for his first swimming lesson. When the class started the teacher, who must have been 16 years old, told the children to stand on a ledge in the water. He then stood chatting to his friend on the side while my son fell into off the ledge and started sinking under the water. I watched through the glass from the waiting room as my son sank under the water and the teacher did not even see it. Eventually, after what seemed like an eternity, the friend told him a child had gone under and he pulled him out. Really every parent's worst nightmare. 12 months later my son will still not get in the water, even at another school. Do not trust Waterloo with your child. The teachers are kids and they will put your child's life at risk. read more

Love being able to watch both my kiddos take lessons at the same time! They really enjoy their swim time and the coaches are so sweet with them. read more

My 8-year-old daughter started at Waterloo (Anderson) in January 2023 at the white level. She progressed through the various levels (Orange, Novice I, Novice II, and Intermediate) in about six months and joined Waterloo Otters (summer league swim team) and had a blast! The entire staff have been wonderful and Isaiah (Otters coach) and Preston have been especially exceptional in helping my daughter feel comfortable and develop her love of swimming. She's also enjoyed Cosy, Rachel, Lesley, Margo, and Gal as her teachers. She's now joined a year-round swim team to continue developing her skills (we wish Waterloo had a centrally located year-round swim team!) and plans on continuing with the Waterloo Otters summer league each summer. We've tried a lot of swim lessons in Austin, including private lessons and several years at Emler, and none of them compare to our experience at Waterloo. It's the first swim program that my daughter was excited to go to each day and inspired her to want to learn more and develop as a swimmer. As a parent, I was only looking for her to be a strong enough swimmer to be safe in the water but her happiness at Waterloo has catapulted her far beyond that goal. I cannot say enough great things about them! read more

This place is amazing. We were doing swim lessons at the Y and my kiddo was barely getting 5 mins of swim time with a class of 5 kids. Classes at waterloo are limited to 3 students and the instructors don't waste time so the kids get a lot of swim time. The facility is clean and there is plenty of seating in the viewing room. We are so happy here! read more

My kids have improved with swimming so much since we started in May. My youngest has moved up 2 classes in 4 months!

Very patient and good instruction. Great feedback on what you're doing right and wrong. Feedback on what you're doing wrong is done very nicely so that you can improve your technique, and when you get the technique down, they celebrate your success just as much as you do. read more

I recently retired and wanted to start swimming lessons. I started with Waterloo on Anderson lane almost the first day they opened. Preston and the team of instructors are the best. They're friendly and knowledgeable and very patient. They've helped me improve my swimming abilities so much. And they make it fun. Whether you're young or old, novice or experienced this is the place to go for great swimming instructions and guidance. read more

Preston and the team at Waterloo have been awesome. Our little one has learned so much. After a few months of lessons, he is water safe AND he loves the pool. read more

We love Waterloo! The staff is so friendly and encouraging of all kids. The new facility is welcoming and they take great safety precautions especially in this time. The progress that I've seen my 2 kids make is amazing especially in such a short amount of time. read more

This is a review of the Waterloo competitive swim team from the perspective of a parent of a TAGS level swimmer. Which swim club is best for you is a personal decision based on what your kid needs. We recently switched from one of the larger swim clubs in Austin to Waterloo, and it has been great for my daughter. She needs a lot of personal attention from the coach to improve her strokes, motivate her to work hard, and to keep the fire that is the love of swimming and competitive killer instinct, burning strong. She gets that so much more from Coach Brooke at Waterloo than she did before, where she spent a lot of time going back and forth without a lot of coach intervention. The kids are also a lot less clique'y at Waterloo than at her old club, and a much greater proportion of them are really seriously competitive here than at her old club. So the peer environment is way more positive, competitive, and friendly. Everybody seems to know everybody at Waterloo, and we're so glad we came. read more

My 6 year old son began swim lessons not even liking his face in the water. That vanished almost immediately in a group lesson with a fantastic coach. The weekly lesson was going great so we added some swim blitzes (where they swim Monday - Thursday for 30 minutes in a group lesson) and my kiddo took off! Here we are about 5 weeks later and my son is now totally into swimming. He LOVES going to his swim lessons and his skills are progressing surprisingly fast. The blitzes have made a huge impact. The staff has been amazing both in and out of the pool. Great customer service. My son has worked with several coaches and they've all been truly awesome. The kids in the group lessons with my son all seem to enjoy themselves. Parents in the lobby seem pleased. Lessons run efficiently. I feel confident about the safety. I am so glad my neighbor recommended Waterloo to us because it's been the very best part of our summer. I had no idea this was going to go as well as it has. Thank you so much, Waterloo!! read more