Learn to Swim at Ocean First
At the Ocean First Swim School, we provide a fun, supportive and comfortable environment to learn new swimming skills. Our private facility, small class sizes, and 89°F heated indoor pool allow swimmers to focus on learning new skills and not worry about their comfort in the water.
Youth Swim Classes
With classes tailored for children as young as 6 months, it is never too soon to introduce your kids to the water. Learn more about choosing the right class for your child.
Our Philosophy
Our focus is water safety and confidence. Our teachers are trained and certified in the SSI (Swim Schools International) methodology, ensuring a consistent and effective learning environment.
Ocean First swimmers develop their abilities, overcome fears and gain confidence in no time. Our teachers are trained and certified in the Swim Schools International (SSI) methodology, emphasizing both skill development and comfort in the water. Our classes are tailored to the individual swimmer based on ability, not on a timeframe for completion. It means swimmers can move to the next level when they are ready instead of waiting for the entire class to reach their final goals. Our state-of-the-art facility, friendly and professional staff, small class sizes, and flexible scheduling ensure swimmers develop confidence and new skills while having a lot of fun along the way.
Danielle feels so comfortable with her teachers and I am amazed at her progress in the past six months! She has gone from not wanting to put her face in the water to jumping in and floating unassisted. The office staff are efficient and friendly. Lauren and the instructors are friendly and professional at all times. I heartily recommend the Swim School at every opportunity!
Michelle P., customer
Danielle feels so comfortable with her teachers and I am amazed at her progress in the past six months! She has gone from not wanting to put her face in the water to jumping in and floating unassisted. The office staff are efficient and friendly. Lauren and the instructors are friendly and professional at all times. I heartily recommend the Swim School at every opportunity!
Michelle P., customer
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Learning Doesn't Stop When Class is Over
At the Ocean First Swim School, our commitment to education doesn't stop at swim lessons. We appreciate all aspects of the underwater world and love bringing our other passions into the fold, such as in our Marine Science Mini Camp. Kids ages 4-8 explore questions about our amazing ocean and its inhabitants through hands-on activities, storytelling, and games before moving into the pool to develop their swim techniques in our week long intensive Marine Science Mini Camp.
Our semi-competitive Swim Team is open enrollment and is a wonderful way for swimmers to strengthen muscles and expand their lung capacity while learning new drills and improving their strokes.
Ocean First Swim School is proud to be an official service partner for Boulder's new PLAYpass program. PLAYpass provides eligible youth with up to $250 towards participation in approved sports and recreation programs.
