Swim Lessons in Austin — Your Child Learns to Swim in Our 91–92°F Pool.
Many children who struggle with swimming are also struggling with cold water, crowded classes, or both. Tom’s helps with both. Our indoor pool stays at 91–92°F year-round, and every group class is capped at four students per instructor.
Tom’s offers group swim lessons for children ages 6 months to 12 years under the SSI Swim Schools International curriculum, and private lessons for all ages including adults. Water safety, confidence, and real swimming skills — in small classes with experienced instructors, in a facility that has been teaching Austin families since 1982.
Swim Lessons in Austin for Babies, Kids, and Adults
Start them early. The water should feel like home.
Three levels for ages 6 months to 4 years. Parent-and-child classes for children under 2 (you are in the pool). Aquatike 1 and Aquatike 2 for ages 2–4 (parents not in the pool).
Three levels. Clear goals. Real progress you can see.
Three progressive levels — Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced — that take children from their first time in the water to proficient freestyle and backstroke with side breathing.
Focused attention. More practice. No waiting around.
One-on-one or two-student lessons for any age or ability. Our recommended path for adult swimmers. Also ideal for children who need more individual attention or want to accelerate through levels.
Not sure which class is right?
We offer placement assessments for anyone unsure of level. Conducted as a private lesson at half price ($42.50). For children under 2, all lessons begin in our parent-and-child group class — just enroll directly, no assessment needed.
Book a placement assessment at austinswim.com →No semester start dates. Enroll this week, not next month.
Group classes are $36 per class, billed monthly. Enroll any time — no semester start required. Book online at austinswim.com, use the iClassPro app (Tom’s booking app for iOS and Android), or call us to find the right class for your child.
Book Now at austinswim.com →Why Austin Families Choose Tom’s
Warm enough to forget about the water. Focus on swimming.
Our 10-yard indoor pool stays at 91–92°F every month of the year, maintained by a CPO-certified team. Warm water helps young swimmers stay relaxed, comfortable, and focused. Temperature matters.
A curriculum built to make your child independent, not instructor-dependent.
SSI Swim Schools International is a dedicated swim curriculum — separate from scuba certification — built around “comfort through repetition.” Physical training aids isolate specific movements so children master one skill at a time. The goal is genuine independence: a swimmer who can perform skills without support, not one who can only do it when someone is holding them.
Small classes. More attention. A true 4:1 cap.
Every group class is capped at four students per instructor. That ratio is maintained regardless of demand. Your child is not in a class of eight with one distracted instructor.
A consistent swim team that gets to know your child.
Our swim instructors are trained, background-checked, and fully dedicated to the swim program — separate from our scuba instruction. They bring genuine investment in every swimmer’s progress, working at each child’s pace rather than rushing ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Group classes start at 6 months (parent-and-child) and run through age 12. Private and semi-private lessons are available from age 2 through adult. Adults are taught through private appointments — call or email to get scheduled.
Once you enroll, your child holds their spot indefinitely and is billed monthly on the first. You can enroll any time — there are no fixed session start dates. To drop or transfer, we require 30 days’ notice so you are not charged for classes you don’t plan to attend.
Group classes meet once per week. Weekday classes run Monday through Thursday. Weekend classes run on Saturdays or Sundays. If space allows, you can enroll in multiple days per week to attend more often.
The class pages for Infant & Toddler and Children’s lessons include level descriptions. If you are still unsure, we offer placement assessments — a private lesson at half price ($42.50) where an instructor evaluates your child and recommends the right class.
Yes. Adult lessons are available as private or semi-private appointments. Call (512) 451-3425 or email swim@tomsscuba.com to schedule. Adults of any age and starting point are welcome.
Our indoor pool is heated to around 91–92°F and maintained at that temperature year-round by a CPO-certified team. It is one of the warmest indoor teaching pools in Austin.
A swimsuit, goggles, and a towel. Children who are not potty trained need a swim diaper (disposable or reusable) under their swimsuit. Arrive in your swimsuit if possible to make the most of class time.
Yes. We have a viewing area for parents and siblings. Siblings are welcome — feel free to bring books or quiet activities. For children under 2, one parent or guardian is in the pool throughout the lesson. For Aquatike 1 and Aquatike 2 (ages 2–4), parents watch from the viewing area.
5909 Burnet Rd, Austin TX 78757 — conveniently located on Burnet Road in Central Austin. Our swim school is within Tom’s Dive & Swim, a family-owned Austin institution since 1982. Street parking is available on Burnet Rd and surrounding streets.
Yes — we offer summer exclusives and camps in addition to our year-round group classes. Visit austinswim.com or call (512) 451-3425 for current summer program details and availability.
Ready to start? So are we.
Group classes are $36/class, billed monthly. Private lessons from $85. Tom’s swim school is located at 5909 Burnet Rd in Central Austin — serving Austin families since 1982. Book online at austinswim.com, use the iClassPro app, or call the shop.
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