4.7 / 5 by 10,000+ Satisfied Swimmers
Survival-First Approach
Highly-Trained Instructors
Goal-Oriented Program
Small Group Sizes
Fun & Gentle Methods
Year-Round Enrollment
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Currently Viewing Available Lessons At: Friends Select Pool
17th St & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Ages 3–36 Months
Water acclimation for babies and toddlers, with parent participation in the water.
Ages 3–36 Months
Beginner water safety and swim readiness for toddlers, with parent participation.
Ages 3+ Years
Beginner swim lessons for children learning basic water safety and independence.
Ages 3+ Years
Foundational swim skills for children ready to develop propulsion and confidence.
Ages 3+ Years
Stroke-readiness lessons focused on floating, breathing, and coordinated movement.
Ages 3+ Years
Skill-building lessons for children progressing toward stronger, safer swimming.
Ages 3+ Years
Refines the four competitive strokes while building endurance and speed.
Ages 12+ Years
Swim lessons for teens focused on water safety and stroke development.
Ages 12+ Years
Swim lessons for teens focused on water safety and stroke development.
Ages 18+ Years
Beginner adult swim lessons focused on comfort, safety, and confidence.
Ages 18+ Years
Adult lessons for improving swim skills, breathing, and technique.
We offer classes and pricing to suit your family’s needs.Annual Registration Fee: $46 per child, $58 per family. FSS Student Perks: Free registration ($46 value)
This pool is an 82 degree beautiful saltwater pool designed for racing and competitive swimming with 6‑lanes.
$38.97
Per Lesson
$34.97
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$87.95
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$61
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$43.97
Adult
$38.97
Per Lesson
Friends Select Pool
17th St & Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19103
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“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!”
“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!”
“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.”
“With small lesson sizes and patient instructors, our boys get the support they need. They're gaining confidence in the water while having a blast every week.”
“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.”
“They're helped my son build water confidence in a truly safe, supportive environment. The instruction is excellent. We've been blown away by the progress!”
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.
Swimmers can start as early as 3 months old. British Swim School offers programs designed to build comfort and confidence in the water at every age and every stage, with options for children, teens, and adults.
British Swim School offers programs for every age and every stage, designed to help swimmers build comfort, confidence, and skills in the water as they progress. Programs range from early water acclimation to survival skills and stroke development, with a consistent approach that supports smooth progression.
Lessons are taught in small groups to support focused instruction and individual progress. Student-to-instructor ratios vary by program and skill level, with lower ratios in our water survival lessons and slightly larger groups as swimmers progress into stroke development.
Progress is guided by clear program goals that support steady development over time. Swimmers move at their own pace, with instruction tailored to their individual needs and comfort in the water.
Start by finding your nearest location and taking our quick swim assessment, which helps guide swimmers to the right program based on age, experience, and comfort in the water. From there, you can choose a convenient day and time to complete enrollment online, or reach out to your local team for support.
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