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Swim Lesson Pricing

Group Lessons Starting at $42/class*

Private Lessons Starting at $92/class*

Group or Private Lessons, Swim Once or Twice Per Week

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The starting price per lesson is based on weekday classes. Enrollment is ongoing and lessons are billed automatically each month until you submit a withdrawal request. A 30-day notice is required to stop billing.

King's Swim Academy -
San Mateo
Address & Hours

Monday:
12:00pm-8:30pm

Tuesday:
12:00pm-8:00pm

Wednesday:
12:00pm-8:00pm

Thursday:
11:00am-8:00pm

Friday:
11:00am-8:00pm

Saturday:
8:00am-4:00pm

Sunday:
Closed

Planned Closures

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Monday, May 26, 2025

Friday, July 4, 2025

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Friday, October 31, 2025 – Early Closure at 3pm

Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Sunday, November 30, 2025

Monday, December 22, 2025 – Friday, January 2, 2026

San Mateo Swim Lessons

Select a Level below to view and book swim classes.

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Use our specialized assessment tool to determine what swim lessons level your child should be enrolled in.

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How Class Levels Work

We’ve developed 11 SwimSure™ levels with over 100 age-appropriate milestones, giving every child a clear, encouraging path forward. Each level builds real safety and confidence through proven teaching methods that use songs, games, and guided practice, keeping kids engaged while they make steady progress.

Bathtime Babies

Age: 2-5 Months


Adult Participation: Yes

Class Ratio: 6:1


Class Length: 30 mins

Splish, splash, it all starts in the bath!
This gentle parent-and-baby swim lesson introduces early water comfort and safety skills, helping babies gain confidence and prepare for future swim classes.

Children under 3 must wear two washable, reusable swim pants.

  • Water comfort

  • Bonding with parent

  • Early acclimation

  • Sensory exploration

N/A

Toddlers

Age: 6-35 Months


Adult Participation: Yes

Class Ratio: 4:1

Class Length: 30 minutes

Our Toddler Swim Program helps little ones grow from playful splashes to confident swimmers. Through songs, games, and gentle guidance, they build comfort, safety, and independence in the water.

Age: 6-16 Months

Adult Participation: Yes

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Water comfort

  • Bonding with parent

  • Go underwater for 5-7 seconds

  • Assisted backfloat

  • Assisted rollover

  • Safety skills

Age: 16-35 Months

Adult Participation: Yes

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Go underwater and swim for 8-10 sec.
  • Assisted safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)
  • Independently stand and walk in the water
  • Assisted rollover

Age: 24-35 Months

Adult Participation: Parent on deck

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 1B skills

Class Goal:

  • Kick 10′ independently
  • Backfloat independently (10 seconds)
  • Independent rollover
  • Independent JTS
  • Maintain 8-10 seconds breath control
King's Swim Academy - Preschool Swimming Lessons

Preschool

Age: 3 Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Preschool Swim Program helps young swimmers build water confidence and independence. Through songs, games, and gentle instruction, kids learn early safety skills like gliding, floating, and rolling over, all while having fun in a safe, supportive setting.

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Go underwater for 8-10 sec.
  • Kick independently, 5’
  • Independent glide
  • Backfloat independently, 10 sec.
  • Independent rollover
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 1B or Level 3 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent face-in kick with kickboard, 10’
  • Independent back kick with kickboard, 10’
  • Assisted underwater paddles
  • Assisted rollover breath
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 4 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent face-in streamline kick, 12’
  • Independent back kick, 12’
  • Independent underwater paddles
  • Independent rollover breath
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim and Roll-to-Backfloat)
  • Assisted elementary backstroke

Kids

Age: 4+ Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Kids Swim Levels focus on developing strong, safe swimming skills through structured practice and encouragement. Swimmers build endurance, refine technique, and gain confidence in every lesson as they progress toward full independence in the water.

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Go underwater for 8-10 sec.
  • Kick independently, 10’
  • Independent glide
  • Backfloat independently, 10 sec.
  • Independent rollover
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 6 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent face-in streamline kick, 12’

  • Independent streamline back kick, 12’

  • Assisted side kick

  • Independent underwater paddles

  • Independent rollover breath

  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim and Roll-to-Backfloat)

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 7 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent side kick with breath, 15’
  • Independent freestyle arms with side breath, 15’
  • Independent elementary backstroke, 15’
  • Independent Jump-Turn-Swim
  • Independent treading water, 30 sec.

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 8 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent unilateral freestyle, 20’
  • Independent bilateral freestyle, 20’
  • Independent backstroke, 20’
  • Independent side kick on back
  • Independent treading water, 45 sec.
  • Proper starts and finishes
Advanced Swim Lessons - King's Swim Academy

Advanced

Age: 5+ Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1

Class Length: 30 minutes

Our Advanced Swim Program is for confident swimmers ready to refine technique and prepare for swim team or competitive skills. Focus is on stroke development, endurance, and proper starts and finishes, swimmers strengthen both ability and confidence.

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 9 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent competitive freestyle
  • Independent competitive backstroke
  • Independent butterfly kick
  • Independent breaststroke kick
  • Proper starts and finishes

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 10 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent competitive butterfly
  • Independent competitive breaststroke
  • Independent competitive freestyle
  • Independent competitive bacstroke
  • Proper starts and finishes

Class Ratio: 10:1

Prerequisites:

Completion of Level 11 skills

Class Goals:

  • Refine technique in all strokes
  • Build stamina
  • Participate in swim school meets

King's Swim Academy Difference

50 Years

Of swim instruction excellence

Proven Curriculum

Backed by 100+ million lessons and proven milestones. Safety is our foundation.

Low Student Ratios

More attention per child means faster progress and greater safety.

Discounts

Free trial lessons, multi swim (swim multiple times a week) and sibling discounts available.

90° Heated Pools

Comfortable, indoor pools mean year-round lessons. No weather worries.

12 Free Make-Ups

Life happens! Our flexible scheduling makes swimming fit your family’s routine.

Backed by a Champion

Olympic medalist Amanda Beard trusts our schools. So can you.

Filtration + UV Safety

Water cycles daily through top-tier filtration and UV-C light sanitation, keeping the pool crystal clear and healthy.

Other Swim Options at King's

Weekly Swim Clinics

We offer swim clinics weekly for children to learn the basics of swimming in a fast-tracked daily program.

Private Lessons

We offer private lessons for children who benefit more from a one-on-one environment and/or to help master specific skills.

Adult Swim Lessons

It’s never too late to learn! Emler Swim School offers encouraging, adult-focused lessons to help you gain confidence in the water, whether you’re overcoming fears, improving technique or just getting started.

Weekly Swim Clinics
Private Lessons
Adult Swim Lessons

King's Swim Academy of San Mateo

Swim Lessons in San Mateo, CA

Welcome to King’s Swim Academy – San Mateo

Located at 57 E. 40th Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403, King’s Swim Academy is your local indoor swim school for babies, toddlers, kids, and adults alike. With a warm 90-degree pool and certified instructors, our high-quality programs build water safety, confidence, and lifelong swim skills.

Why Families Choose Us in San Mateo

  • Indoor, year-round lessons. No weather delays, no cold water.

  • Low student-to-teacher ratios: We keep class sizes small so your child gets real attention

  • Proven curriculum: From parent-&-baby classes to advanced levels, each swim lesson is purposeful and safe

  • Start at any age: Whether your child is 4 months old or you’re an adult learner, we have a program for you

  • Family-friendly and convenient: Located in a residential area with easy access, and a sibling play area for waiting families

Our Programs: Swim Lessons for Every Age

Baby & Toddler Swim Lessons: Ages 2 to 36 months
Introduce water comfort and early safety with gentle, parent-assisted classes.

Preschool Swim Lessons: Age 3 years
Build independence, early strokes, and water confidence in a playful setting.

Kids + Advanced Swim Programs: Ages 4+
Structured swim levels aimed at stroke development, endurance, and confidence.

Adult Swim Lessons
It’s never too late to learn, our certified instructors help adult swimmers of all levels.

Facility & Location Details
  • Address: 57 E. 40th Ave., San Mateo, CA 94403 • Phone: 650-844-6800

  • Indoor 50-foot pool kept at approximately 90° for optimal comfort

  • Street parking (arrive a few minutes early during busy times)

  • Sibling play area and comfortable viewing lounge for waiting parents

Ready to Get Started?

Enroll today and let your family experience high-quality swim instruction in San Mateo. Click the “Find a Class” button or call us at 650-844-6800.

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