Where Kids Can Take Swimming Lessons in Huntsville

You asked for it… we’ve put together a good list of places your little fish can take swim lessons in Huntsville and Madison County.
Keep in mind 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 your patient encouragement you’ll spend the summer splashing happily in the pool!
Swim Lessons in Huntsville for Kids
All Around Athlete Swim Lessons
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: Kids & Adults
Phone: 256-679-2004
Website | Facebook Page | Email
Chapman Pool
Private or Group Lessons? Group & Private
Ages: 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 | 2022 Spring Registration
The Gym Huntsville
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: Kids & Adults
Phone: 256-273-9588
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Heart of the Valley YMCA
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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Huntsville Hospital Wellness Centers
*As of January 2022 all swim lessons at all HHWCs are on hold until further notice.
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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Madison Location
Private or Group Lessons? Both
– Weekend & Week Day group classes available
Ages: 3-5 years, Preschool | 6-10 years, Advanced Beginners
Phone: 256-265-6292
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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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Mountain Springs Swim Club
Private or Group Lessons? Both
– new salt water pool!
Ages: TBD
Phone: 256-539-7624
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New Hope Recreation Center
Private or Group Lessons? Group
– T/W/Th in June and July starting June 14
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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Sharon Johnston Pool in New Market
Private or Group Lessons? Group
Ages: starts at 4 years
Phone: 256-532-3698
View Website | Registration opens March 1, 2022
Sherwood Swim Club
Private or Group Lessons? Both
Ages: TBD by instructor, Registration opens March 2022
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
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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? Group
– Weekend & Week Day group classes available
Ages: Infant – 15 years
Phone: 256-824-5528
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Infant Swim Resource (ISR) Swim Lessons
Caroline Espy, Senior Master ISR Instructor
Private or Group Lessons? Private
Phone: 256-457-3450
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Amanda West – ISR Aquatic Warriors
Private or Group Lessons? Private
View Facebook Page | Email
Christie Hamby
Private or Group Lessons? Private
Phone: 256-617-0891
Facebook Page | Email
Missy Grant (Decatur & Hartselle)
Private or Group Lessons? Private
Phone: 256-227-2811
Website | Email
Private Instructors & Special Needs
Lindsay Hanlin
256-617-9425 –
Wayne Moore
256-683-0709
University Fitness Center
– Special needs lessons
Did we miss your favorite place to take swimming lessons? Leave us a comment below and share with other local parents!
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Dropletswimming.com, Bakari Thomas teaches at both UAH and Oakwood pools. He lifeguards there and at the Arsenal.
I’m looking for a private swim instructor that will come to our neighborhood pool in Madison, AL for my two kids 11 and 8. Recommendations?
I recommend contacting the instructors on this list – many do private lessons as well.
Mary, did you locate someone who would come to your pool? if so please share their information
Piedmont Recreation Association has swim lessons, swim & dive team, and more. http://www.piedmontpool.com
Called and was informed that Dracena Cranford no longer teaches private swim lessons.
My email kmswimlessons@aol.com is listed correctly under Kerry Martin. Please remove it from Kim Shaw’s name. Thanks!
Please remove kmswimlessons@aol.com from your list. Thank you! Kerry Martin