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If you’re looking for the best swim school in the Closter, NJ area, look no further than Goldfish Swim School – Closter! We welcome families from Closter, Bergenfield, Teaneck, or any surrounding areas, offering top-notch swimming lessons for children aged 4 months to 12 years and of all abilities.
Our Science of SwimPlay® curriculum is designed to combine fun and safety to help children develop essential water safety and swimming skills, while also enhancing their cognitive abilities. With a curriculum built by parents for parents, Goldfish Swim School provides peace of mind while teaching children the life-saving skill of swimming.
Families throughout Bergen County choose our swim school near Closter because we make learning both safe and fun. We promise to provide:
Our goal is simple: help every child become a safer, more confident swimmer while enjoying every splash along the way.
We believe that every child should have access to swim lessons, regardless of their abilities. That’s why we offer a range of classes for children of all ages and abilities, starting from 4 months old up to 12 years old. Programs are designed for infants, toddlers, and children, with age-appropriate instruction that grows alongside your child.
Our team is dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential in the water, whether they are just starting their swimming journey or looking to improve their skills.
Our instructors are trained to work with children of different abilities, including those with additional needs. We understand that every child is unique, and we tailor our teaching methods to suit each child’s individual needs. Our goal is to help children develop a love for swimming and feel confident in their abilities, regardless of their background or abilities.
We are proud to be a family swim school serving families in Closter and nearby communities like Demarest, Alpine, Norwood, Haworth, and Tenafly.
Every detail of our facility is designed with families in mind – from our shiver-free pool to comfortable viewing areas where parents can relax while watching their kids have fun. Our welcoming environment ensures that both children and parents feel supported from the first visit.
We know that as a parent, your child’s safety is your top priority. That’s why we’ve created a curriculum that focuses on teaching essential water safety skills through play-based swim lessons. Our instructors are trained in CPR and first aid, and we have strict safety protocols in place to ensure a safe environment for all children. Our curriculum also includes lessons on how to stay safer in and around the water, such as wearing life jackets and knowing what to do in case of an emergency. If you live in Closter, Bergenfield, Teaneck, and the surrounding areas, we look forward to welcoming you to Goldfish Swim School – Closter!
We know choosing the right swim school is an important decision. Below are answers to some common questions from local families. For more info, get in touch with our local team or contact us at (201) 571-1573.
Children can begin lessons as young as 4 months old through our infant swim school programs, with classes available up to age 12. Book a free swim assessment to find out your child’s swim level.
Most families attend once per week to ensure consistent skill development and confidence-building.
Please bring a swimsuit, towel, and reusable swim diaper if needed. Our team will guide you on anything else required.
Every child progresses at their own pace, but with consistent attendance, many children begin developing foundational swim skills within a few months.
Foundational skills include floating on the back, breath control, safe entry and exit, and basic propulsion through the water.
Discover Goldfish and give your kids the courage to dive in today! Contact us at (201) 571-1573 to get started.
Will Soltis
General Manager & Facilities Coordinator
Renee Racciatti
Regional Manager
Jean Kim
Assistant General Manager
Dan Stanio
Assistant General Manager
Nat Martinez
Manager on Duty
Molly Devaney
Manager on Duty/Marketing Coordinator
Tim Casper
Owner
Jennifer Casper
Owner
"Absolute best decision we’ve ever made for our kiddos! We’ve tried a lot of other swim programs before and our daughter used to be really..."
"Goldfish is a great place to teach your kids water safety and everything else involved with swimming. We did it for our daughter wheb she..."
"Great swim school, great instructors."
"My kids learning swimming at Goldfish and they feel very much comfortable and tutors takes good acre of kids and make them understand the mistakes..."
"I love this swimming school! My daughter learns so much from her great teachers! Awesome swim school! Love all the amenitites."
"Both of our children had a great experience here."
"Amazing team. You can tell the people who work here love their job and it shows. Grateful for them as our first swim school. Love..."
"The Goldfish Team saw our son struggling with transition from parent in pool to instructor only class. They took initiative to get him in a..."
"Clean safe has hair dryers and swim suit spin dryers"
"Great school! Teachers were so great with my son. He learned so much and is so confident in the water now! So glad we signed..."
"Hayden and Bryce were awesome dudes! Gave us a grand tour of their spectacular location and was very informative about the different affordable plans. Aquatots..."
"This swim school is amazing! My daughter loves it! It's also the cutest and very clean! They really take care of the kids in the..."
"Amazing!"
"My two kids are taking swim lessons here and we love it! The instructors are so kind and patient, and I've already seen improvement in..."
"The absolute best facility with the most patient, support, and attentive staff!"
"Huge shoutout to all staff, swim instructors, Kourtney, and Liz. When I brought my daughter in the intention was to give it a try and..."
"This was a great first day experience. My 2 kids were comfortable with the staff and environment. I would recommend this place to anyone I..."
"My daughter enjoys it, she started around a year ago and now she’s a pro at swimming!"
"Absolutely love this swim school. This location has amazing staff. My kids love coming early to play and color and get so excited every time..."
"It is an incredible place for children, it has professional people who love what they do and that is reflected in the children who love..."
"Goldfish is a up-kept facility. Workers there are kind and instructors are very friendly and well trained. We just had to renew!"
"My sons favorite day of the week is Swim Lesson day at Goldfish. He loves his instructor and we love the staff so much that..."
"We cannot thank the entire team at Goldfish Swim School -Ahwatukee enough for making Camila’s birthday such a wonderful and memorable celebration! We were incredibly..."
"Infant swim lessons are fantastic and free. Fun and safe. Friendly, smiling instructor. Life guards pool side. Family may observe poolside or from the lobby...."
"My 2 girls have started to excel here in only a few short weeks. Great for all age kids learning to swim"
"Instructors are kind and knowledgeable…would highly recommend!"
"this is a wonderful place. they are wonderful with the kids. they teach so many life saving skills and they keep it so fun for..."
"We absolutely love Goldfish Swim School! My son has been taking swim lessons here for over two years, and we’ve had a consistently great experience...."
"Our kids love swim class here!"
"Our boys are thoroughly enjoying it, and we're already witnessing remarkable learning progress after just three weeks."
"Both of my girls(8&3) started with just the most basic swim skills and they are flourishing here at Goldfish! We have a Hawaii vacation coming..."
"My daughter has been going for about a year a half and I can tell a big difference from when she started. Her teacher is..."
"My grandson takes lessons here. Staff is great. Facility is clean and pool is warm"
"Amazing experience!"
"Brought my daughter for swimming lessons and she absolutely loved them, the staff were all incredibly kind and patient and made it a wonderful experience...."
"my cousin told me to write this "i like there and they teach me to swim good" sounds like a great place, would probably recommend"
"AMAZING SWIM SCHOOL!!! Front desk was helpful, and the lesson was very good quality. The general manager was there every time I showed up to..."
"I had such a great experience there! The environment is super fun and welcoming!"
"10/10 Highly Recommended!! My daughter just started swim lessons last month and I already see a huge improvement. The staff are so supportive and welcoming...."
"Instructors are great and professional."
"Can’t say enough about this place. The front desk is always so helpful with everything. The teachers are wonderful and patient with each kiddo. We..."
"We love goldfish! The staff is always so kind and supportive especially with private lessons for our autistic child. They are so patient with her..."
"We love coming to swim class! My 6 month old is learning so much and the teachers are awesome!!"
"Very friendly , knowledgeable staff. Facility very clean and inviting."
"GSS is incredibly clean and well-equipped. The staff at the information desk are friendly and provide good explanations, making it a very comfortable and welcoming..."
"Unis Kim taught my little brother how to swim at Goldfish, and now he is much more confident in the water! I highly recommend coming..."
"Warm pool, structured lessons, good seating for parents to watch!"
"Leaving another review to: 1. Express our gratitude to our awesome swim instructors here at Goldfish. Isiah & Sophia are the two we’ve worked with..."
"We love it here! Great introduction for young ones to have fun and get comfortable and the staff are amazing!"
"awesome place , gave my kid a lot of confidence in swimming ' I used to worry about her swimming and I still do! but..."
"we love goldfish swim school!!! it is an amazing swim school and our kids have learned lots"
"Very attentive. Both my boys are much more comfortable in water and they have only been in lessons about a month? They love it and..."
"nice. My kid loves it. They are utilizkng the space really well with great coach and colorful surroundin with everything kids love like books, chalkboard,..."
"We love all thr people at Gold Fish Swim! The instructors are so great and caring. The kids love going to swimming lessons and have..."
"Our experience was exceptional! Staff greeted us and gave us a tour. Very friendly - answered all of our questions. I had no concerns about..."
"We love Goldfish!! The whole program has been thoughtfully laid out in small group classes. The ribbons and the moving up part is such a..."
"We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Goldfish Swim School! They do an amazing job helping kids feel comfortable and confident in the water while..."
"We love goldfish swim school. Both of my kids have blossomed socially and physically. The staff are so friendly and flexible for our changing schedules...."
"Highly recommend."
"Great staff. Very effective. Well organized."
"Great place with helpful staff. Comfortable environment for kids to learn the basics for safe swimming."
"Great place! My daughter learned to swim very quickly."
"Huge progress for my daughter. Instructors are really great with the kids."
"This was my first time attending and I loved it. I stood in for my granddaughters parents and I was very impressed. The staff was..."
"My two oldest children are taking swim lessons at Goldfish and are loving it! They were both nervous when they started and now are much..."
"Nice and friendly people"
"Great teachers! Great set up!"
Every square inch of our unique facility is designed to enhance learning, fun and safety for every child and parent who joins the Goldfish family. Call (201) 571-1573 for more details about our swim school facility.
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