Where Kids Can Take Swimming Lessons in Huntsville, Madison County and North Alabama

You asked for it… We’ve put together a good list of places where your little fish can take swim lessons: Huntsville, Madison County, and North Alabama.
Remember you’ll need to vet these out to find the best instructor for your child – both group and private lesson options are listed below. Every kid learns differently, but with some lessons, lots of practice, and patient encouragement, you’ll spend the summer splashing happily in the pool!
UPDATED FEBRUARY 2025
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SafeSplash Swim SchoolÂ
NEW SITE Location: 3228-B Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville
Madison Location: 8391 U.S. Hwy 72W, Madison
Phone: 256-257-5596
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SafeSplash Swim Labs Huntsville-Madison is the premier choice for swim lessons, meeting key criteria set by the American Academy of Pediatrics, National Drowning Prevention Alliance, United States Swim School Association, USA Swimming, and the Red Cross for top-quality instruction. Locally owned and committed to creating a safer Madison County, we offer a comprehensive curriculum for all ages and abilities. From water safety and foundational skills to competitive training, adult lessons, and adaptive programs, we provide expert instruction tailored to every swimmer’s needs. From bubbles to butterfly, from learn to swim to swim to win—SafeSplash Swim Labs is your trusted partner in building water competency and confidence for a lifetime.
SafeSplash Swim School is opening their first brick and mortar in May 2025, and enrollment is now open! (School is located across from Wicks Field- 3228-B Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville 35801)
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Swim Lessons in Huntsville, Madison, and North Alabama for Kids
All Around Athlete Swim Lessons
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: Kids & Adults
Phone: 256-679-2004
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Chapman Pool
Private or Group Lessons? Group & Private
Ages:Â 3 and up
Email: chapmanpool@gmail.com
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Dublin Park in Madison
Private or Group Lessons? Both
– Classes offered range from two to three days per week, daytime, or evenings
Ages: starts at 6 months
Phone: 256-772-9300
View Website | 2025 Spring Registration
The Gym Huntsville
Private or Group Lessons? Both, including virtual private
Ages: Kids & Adults
Phone: 256-273-9588
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Goldfish Swim School in Madison
Private or Group Lessons? Group
Ages: Baby – 12 Years
Phone: 1-256-500-8422
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Hogan Family YMCA in Madison
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: 6 months – 12 years
Phone: 256-705-9622
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Southeast Family YMCA in Jones Valley
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: 6 months – 12 years
Phone: 256-883-9622
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Huntsville Aquatic Center, Downtown Huntsville
Private or Group Lessons? Group
Ages: 6 months – adult
Phone: 256-883-3700
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*Note: As of February 2025, the website said the Aquatic Center is not offering lessons now but will check back soon.
Huntsville Hospital Wellness Center
Huntsville Medical Mall Location
Private or Group Lessons? Both
– Weekend & Week Day group classes available
Ages: 3-5 years
Phone: 256-265-9355
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Huntsville Swim Association
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Also offers lessons for special needs
Ages: Potty trained – Adults
Phone: 256-658-6587
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Kicking with Karla
Private or Group Lessons? Small Group
Ages: ages 3 – adult
Phone: Â 256-278-8236
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New Hope Recreation Center
Private or Group Lessons? Group
Ages: ages 3+
Phone: (256) 723-2111
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Ready Set Splash Swim Lessons
Private or Group Lessons? Small group of up to 3 kids
– Year-round instruction available in Decatur and Athens
Ages: Potty trained – Adults
Phone: 206-779-9425
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SafeSplash Swim School & Swim Labs
Huntsville & Madison Locations Available
Private or Group Lessons? Private, Semi-Private, Group
Year Round, Structured Curriculum plus Adaptive Aquatics
Ages: 6 mos-Adult, Novice to Competitive
Phone: 256-257-5596
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Scottsboro Rec
Private or Group Lessons? Private
Ages: 3-12
Phone: 256-912-0553
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Sharon Johnston Pool in New Market
Private or Group Lessons? Group
Ages: starts at 4 years
Phone: 256-532-3698
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Sherwood Swim Club
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: TBD by instructor,
256-679-2947 | 256-837-2220, Pool Phone
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Showers Center Pool
Private or Group Lessons? Group
Ages: Preschool – adult
Phone: 256-851-4003
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Swim Kids of Madison
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: 3 years – Adult
Phone: 256-627-5689 | 256-278-8236
View Website | Facebook Page
The Swim Lady
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Also offers lessons for special needs
Ages: 22 months – Adults
Phone:
Facebook Page | Email
University Fitness Center at UAHuntsville
Private or Group Lessons? Â Group
Ages: Infant – 15 years
Phone: 256-824-5528
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Infant Swim Resource (ISR) Swim Lessons
Caroline Espy, Senior Master ISR InstructorÂ
Private or Group Lessons? Private
Phone: 256-457-3450
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Amanda West – ISR Aquatic Warriors
Private or Group Lessons? Private
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Christie Hamby
Private or Group Lessons? Private
Phone: 256-617-0891
Facebook Page | Email
Private Instructors & Special Needs
Lindsay Hanlin
256-617-9425
Wayne Moore
256-683-0709
University Fitness Center
– Special needs lessons
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