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  • Age Range: 4 - 35 months
  • Adult Participation: Yes
  • Student to Teacher Ratio:
    • Mini 1 & 2 (Adult Participation): 6:1
    • Mini 3 & 4 (Independent Baby): 3:1
  • Cadence: Weekly
  • Class Length: 30 minutes

Overview

Mini infant swimming lessons at Goldfish Swim School prioritize development, safety and trust. In the earliest levels, our pediatrician-approved curriculum allows us to incorporate hands-on experiences, bonding opportunities and foundational safety skills in every lesson. As they gain confidence throughout their infant swimming lessons with a parent or caregiver, they may transition to toddler swim lessons that focus on building independence.

Mini 1

Mini 1
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Age:
4 - 15 months
Adult Participation:
Yes
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
6:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Key Skills Taught
  • Demonstrate increased water comfortability
  • Explore new sensory experiences
  • Early exposure to foundational water safety skills
  • Bonding experience for parent/guardian and child
Prerequisites
  • No prior swim lesson or aquatic experience required
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Starting at $124 Per Month
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Mini 2

Mini 2
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Age:
16 - 35 months
Adult Participation:
Yes
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
6:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Key Skills Taught
  • Unassisted Superman Glide – 3 feet
  • Unassisted Pulling Paddle swimming with face in – 3 feet
  • Assisted foundational safety skills
  • Develop increased coordination, strength and conditioning
Prerequisites
  • No prior swim lesson or aquatic experience required
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Mini 3

Mini 3
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Age:
24 - 35 months
Adult Participation:
No
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
3:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Key Skills Taught
  • Unassisted flutter kicking with a barbell – 5 feet
  • Unassisted Superman Glide – 5 feet
  • Unassisted Pulling Paddle with face in – 5 feet
  • Unassisted safety wall hold
Prerequisites
  • No prior swim lesson or aquatic experience required
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Starting at $156 Per Month
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Mini 4

Mini 4
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Age:
24 - 35 months
Adult Participation:
No
Student-to-Teacher Ratio:
3:1
Class length:
30 minutes
Key Skills Taught
  • Unassisted Sea Otter Back Float – 5 seconds
  • Unassisted rollover safety skills (2)
  • Master independent safety skills
Prerequisites
  • Student is able to swim 5 ft independently
  • Student is comfortable going underwater
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Starting at $156 Per Month
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Our Experts, Your Golden Experience

At Goldfish Swim School, we prioritize your family’s safety, progress and experience every step of the way. That’s why we employ passionate experts to drive our team, teach our swimmers, and ensure your family’s swim journey is nothing but exceptional. We provide them with best-in-class training, certifications, and growth opportunities that foster an environment for extraordinary swimmer results. Here’s are the standards you can expect our committed team members to meet and exceed:

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Swim Instructor

  • 7 hours of virtual training and practical application, curated by our Franchise Office curriculum experts
  • 24+ hours of live, in-water training, building expertise through guidance from an experienced, qualified instructor ("Golden Teacher")
  • Passionate about instilling lifelong safety skills to children in their community
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Deck Supervisor

  • Prerequisites: Swim Instructor training and experience, Lifeguard certification and experience
  • 8 hours of virtual training, safety protocol review, and facility action plan education, designed by our Franchise Office safety and curriculum experts
  • 18+ hours of live, experiential learning to ensure concepts and procedures are absorbed and mastered
  • Committed to fostering a safer, supportive environment while providing a Golden Experience for parents and swimmers from start to finish
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Lifeguard

  • 15+ hours of virtual and in-person training through the certifying body Ellis & Associates (U.S.) or The Lifesaving Society (CAN)
  • Pass a skills and written exam proving mastery in aquatic rescues and basic life support, including CPR, AED, and First Aid for adults, children and infants
  • Dedicated to maintaining a safer environment for members and guests both in and out of the pool

Our Facility Designed for Your Convenience

Frequently Asked Questions

At our swim schools, we understand that you may have a lot of questions and we’re here to answer all of them. We want you to trust us to take amazing care of your child and help him or her grow socially, emotionally and intellectually while having a whole lot of fun. We hope that the answers we provide to the following FAQs offer all of the information you need.

What skills do babies learn in infant swimming lessons?
Babies learn foundational water comfort skills such as supported floating, gentle movement in the water, and basic pool awareness while developing coordination and confidence.
When should my baby start swim lessons?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends swimming lessons for children as young as 1 year old. Our infant swimming lessons start as early as 4 months old to develop water comfort and familiarity.
What should my baby wear to swim lessons?
Babies typically wear a comfortable swimsuit and a reusable swim diaper during lessons. Parents participating in the water should also wear appropriate swim attire.
Are swim lessons for 2-year-olds safe?
Yes. Swim lessons for 2-year-olds are designed specifically with safety in mind. At Goldfish Swim School, trained instructors guide toddlers through age-appropriate activities while maintaining small class sizes and close supervision.

Infant Swimming Lessons in Lakeville, MN

Goldfish Swim School in Lakeville offers infant swimming lessons for families throughout Lakeville, Farmington, Rosemount, and nearby communities. Our infant swimming lessons in Lakeville, MN, are designed for children ages 4 through 35 months and provide indoor, year-round instruction in a warm, supportive environment.

Our experienced teachers use guided progressions to help babies and toddlers become more familiar with the water while building foundational swim skills over time. Lessons are 30 minutes long and designed to keep young children engaged while supporting steady progress at a comfortable pace.

What Babies Learn in Our Swim Lessons in Lakeville

At Goldfish Swim School, our infant swimming lessons help children become more familiar and comfortable in the water through guided instruction and consistent practice. Lessons introduce foundational water skills like floating, breath control, and coordinated movement while helping babies and toddlers gradually adjust to routines in the pool.

Some of the foundational skills children learn in our baby swim lessons in Lakeville include:

  • Becoming more familiar with the water through guided interaction
  • Parent participation that encourages comfort and routine
  • Introduction to floating and body positioning
  • Breath control
  • Coordinated movement and kicking
  • Holding onto the side of the pool
  • Basic movement and water familiarity

Baby Swim Lessons for Early Water Confidence

Our infant swimming lessons in Lakeville, MN, are designed to help babies and toddlers become more comfortable in the water through guided progressions and consistent practice. Lessons also encourage coordination, familiarity with movement in the water, and interaction with teachers and parents in a supportive environment.

Through repetition and structured activities, children gradually build comfort with new skills while staying engaged throughout each lesson. Parent participation also helps create a familiar and encouraging experience for younger swimmers.

As children continue progressing beyond our baby swim lessons, families can also explore preschool swim lessons and pro swim lessons at Goldfish Swim School.

Why Families Choose Our Toddler Swim Lessons in Lakeville

Families choose our local baby/toddler swimming lessons because they trust our team to prioritize water safety skills, create an engaging environment, and provide a structured learning curriculum that ensures a solid foundation to build upon.

Some of the top features that draw families from Lakeville and the surrounding communities include:

  • Small class sizes with a low student-to-teacher ratio
  • Parent participation
  • Certified teachers who specialize in teaching younger swimmers
  • Warm 90° pools for extreme comfort
  • Indoor pools and year-round availability
  • Structured, guided progression based on milestone achievements

Serving Families Across Lakeville and Nearby Areas

We proudly serve families in Lakeville, Farmington, Rosemount, and the neighboring cities. Our community-based facilities provide convenience while creating spaces that encourage conversation, foster friendships, and bring neighbors together.

Our baby swimming lessons near Lakeville offer a flexible schedule, with classes available seven days a week, including evening hours. We also know that life happens and lessons are sometimes missed. For this reason, we provide free make-up classes to ensure your children don’t miss out on essential instruction.

Start Infant Swim Lessons Near Lakeville

Families in Lakeville are fortunate to live in a community that offers an abundance of parks and scenic lakes. Here, watersports are a way of life. This lifestyle is one of the many reasons families in the area turn to Goldfish Swim School to teach their children essential water safety skills and swim techniques at a young age.

If your child is 4 months or older, it’s time to get them accustomed and feeling secure in an aquatic environment. Our indoor swimming lessons for babies offer the perfect place to provide them with this essential skill.

Uncertain about where to start? Explore nearby locations or contact our Lakeville swim school to schedule a tour. You can meet our exceptional teachers, view the process from our air-conditioned, glass-enclosed viewing gallery, and get answers to any questions you may have.

FAQs About Infant Swim Lessons in Lakeville

Still have questions? We have the answers.

At what age can babies start swimming lessons?

At Goldfish Swim School, our baby swim lessons in Lakeville start as young as 4 months old. You can also take our free swim assessment to help determine the best starting point for your child.

Do parents participate in baby swim lessons?

Yes! Parent participation is an essential component of our infant swimming lessons in Lakeville, MN. It’s not only a treasured bonding time, but also provides your little one with comfort, fostering trust and confidence in an aquatic environment.

Are baby swim lessons available year-round?

Yes! Our warm indoor pool and tropical-themed setting provide the perfect space for year-round swim lessons.

How long are baby and toddler swim lessons?

Our baby and toddler swim lessons are 30 minutes long, allowing enough time to learn specific skills while keeping children engaged and focused.

What skills do babies learn in swim lessons?

At Goldfish Swim School, babies learn early water safety skills, such as floating and holding on to the side of the pool. Through guided skill-based activities and gentle movement, they become comfortable in the water — a skill that will serve them for their entire lives.

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