Master lifesaving survival skills for protection against the dangers of drowning.
Learn from experts with in-depth training & enthusiasm for teaching water safety.
Progress at your own pace with instruction that fits your unique skills and learning style.
Get individual attention in small groups of 4-6 swimmers for faster progress.
Stay engaged with supportive teaching techniques that make learning fun.
Start anytime and make progress with ongoing lessons for uninterrupted progress.
Master lifesaving survival skills for protection against the dangers of drowning.
Get individual attention in small groups of 4-6 swimmers for faster progress.
Stay engaged with supportive teaching techniques that make learning fun.
Start anytime and make progress with ongoing lessons for uninterrupted progress.
Our step-by-step program makes learning fun while helping you build confidence, improve water safety, and master essential swimming skills at your own pace.
Become comfortable in the water with support from highly-trained & caring instructors.
Build confidence and learn lifesaving survival skills like floating, rolling over & breathing.
Strengthen your survival skills & become a master of the four competitive swim strokes.
Instructors That Build Confidence
“They’ve helped my son build water confidence in a truly safe, supportive environment. The instruction is excellent. We’ve been blown away by the progress!”
Swim Skills for the Whole Family
“My son, wife, and I all learned to swim, and now we’re completely comfortable in the water. This program truly works for every age and skill level.”
Confidence Grows With Every Lesson
“With small class sizes and patient instructors, our boys get the support they need. They’re gaining confidence in the water while having a blast every week.”
Water Safety They’ll Actually Enjoy
“Our child learned real water safety skills and developed a love for swimming. The program blends fun with structure perfectly. It’s more than lessons, it’s a life skill.”
Instructors Kids (& Parents) Love
“The instructors are amazing! Engaging, gentle, and focused on safety. Our family looks forward to every lesson. Highly recommend for anyone wanting peace of mind!”
Small Groups, Big Progress
“The small group sizes mean our child gets real attention. Every lesson feels safe, welcoming, and focused on building skills. We couldn’t ask for a better swim program!”
Pricing varies based on how many lessons you take each week and the number of swimmers you enroll. For detailed pricing, please visit your nearest location’s webpage to find all the information you need.
Finding your level is simple. Select your nearest local pool and complete our online swim assessment. This fast tool matches the swimmer’s age and experience with the ideal curriculum level. Once matched, you can view current class schedules, select a convenient day and time, and register online. If you need assistance, our team is just a phone call away.
Safety is our top priority. Every swim instructor undergoes a rigorous vetting process and completes our comprehensive, proprietary British Swim School certification program. Additionally, our instructors hold nationally recognized certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid. This ensures you and your family receive expert instruction focused on water survival skills and life-saving techniques in every single lesson.
Our curriculum is built on a goal-driven, step-by-step progression where students learn at their own pace. Each distinct swim level features five clearly defined safety and skill milestones. Instructors continuously track performance during lessons to celebrate achievements. Once a student masters the five goals of their current level, they transition seamlessly to the next class tier without waiting for a new semester to begin.
We keep our class sizes small to ensure personalized attention and maximum water safety. Our water acclimation and toddler water survival classes maintain a strict 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio. As swimmers advance into our stroke development and pre-team levels, classes maintain a 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio. This guarantees a supportive, focused environment for every swimmer
Our specialized, year-round curriculum is divided into three primary programmatic tiers: Water Acclimation (building comfort and breaking water fear), Water Survival (teaching foundational life-saving floating and breathing techniques), and Stroke Development (mastering competitive swim strokes, speed, and stamina). Within these tiers, we offer targeted programs for infants, toddlers, kids, teens, and adults, alongside specialized adaptive aquatics.
Children can begin learning vital water safety skills in our infant classes as early as 3 months old. We firmly believe it is never too soon to introduce babies to gentle water acclimation. Our programs feature no upper age limit, meaning we provide tailored classes for every milestone—whether you are looking for toddler survival skills, youth swim technique, or adult swimming lessons.
Little Italy, though it has diminished in size, remains a culturally rich and highly appealing neighborhood for families who embrace city life. Safety in Little Italy is characteristic of a dense Manhattan neighborhood. While New York City overall is considered one of the safer large urban cities, like any bustling area, residents maintain urban awareness. For education, your children would attend schools within the New York City Geographic District #2, which serves Little Italy and includes PS 130 Hernando De Soto (rated 8/10 on GreatSchools). The district also provides access to some of the city’s top public high schools, like Stuyvesant High School, and there are numerous excellent private and charter school options throughout Manhattan. The community atmosphere in Little Italy is exceptionally vibrant and steeped in cultural heritage; it’s renowned for its authentic Italian eateries, historic landmarks, and colorful festivals like the Feast of San Gennaro, which bring the neighborhood to life and foster a strong sense of community. Job opportunities are vast and diverse due to Little Italy’s central location in Lower Manhattan, offering unparalleled access to major employment sectors in finance, technology, media, and various professional services throughout New York City.
When it comes to family-friendly attractions and activities, Little Italy offers a unique cultural immersion. You’ll frequently find yourselves exploring Mulberry Street, the vibrant heart of the neighborhood, lined with authentic Italian restaurants, cafes, and bakeries, perfect for a delicious family meal or a sweet treat at Ferrara Bakery & Cafe. For a touch of history and unique experience, the Old St. Patrick’s Basilica offers beautiful architecture and, for older kids (10+), fascinating Catacombs by Candlelight tours beneath the cathedral. Additionally, the Mulberry Street Library, a branch of the New York Public Library, provides a well-stocked children’s room and hosts many programs for kids of all ages, offering a quiet and educational escape.
For families who love to enjoy the water, Little Italy’s urban setting provides convenient access to excellent aquatic experiences. The Chinatown YMCA, located near Little Italy, offers impressive indoor aquatic facilities with a pool for lap swimming and family swim times, perfect for year-round recreational swimming and for your children to practice their skills after lessons. While not for swimming, a visit to the nearby South Street Seaport (a short walk or ride from Little Italy) offers a historic waterfront experience with views of the East River, where you can enjoy pier activities, or even take a boat tour of the harbor to see the city from the water.
If you’re ready to make unforgettable family memories and enjoy all the area has to offer, join the British Swim School family today! We’re proud to serve the communities of Chelsea, Chinatown, East Harlem, East Village, Financial District, Gramercy, Greenwich Village, Harlem, Hell’s Kitchen, Little Italy, Lower East Side, Manhattan, Meatpacking District, Midtown East, Morningside Heights, Soho, Theater District, Tribeca, Upper East Side, Upper Manhattan, Upper West Side, Washington Heights, West Village, and the surrounding areas.
