Lessons
Serenity Swimming believes children and adults learning to swim is a critical life skill. We teach swim lessons in a fun, positive, and safe manner. Using our best understanding of health and science, we prioritize taking the time to develop safe swimmers. Each private swim lesson is customized and designed around individual goals allowing for focused attention and allow for faster progress.
Private 1:1 Swim Lesson
Ages 2 to 99 (age 3 is recommended)
28 minute lesson
$65/ lesson
Our private swim lessons are tailored to each swimmer’s unique needs, abilities, and goals. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to improve technique, our one-on-one instruction provides focused attention in a calm, supportive environment. With experienced, patient instructors and a flexible pace, we help swimmers build confidence and stay safe—while making sure they have fun in the water.
Note: If you need specific instructor skills (IE: ASL or special needs, adult), you can filter for that.
ASL Instructors: Addison (currently on leave).
Special Needs Instructors: Jenni*, Lauren*, Cidney**, Samantha**, Kate** (Addison** but on leave)
* Swim Whisperers® Program Certified, Level 1
** Previous experience with special needs. Will be going through Swim Whisperers soon.
Baby And Me Group lesson
1 - 3 Years Old with parent in water
28 min lesson
Ratio 1:8
$30/ lesson
This fun class will incorporate song and games, while providing an intro to the pool and safety. Additional goals will be motor skill development and developing community (maybe you and your child will even meet new playmates!).
American Pediatrics recommends swim lessons for ages 1 year and older; if you desire to start younger, ask your Pediatrician first (then we can allow it).
One baby per adult. Adult should be comfortable standing in chest level water.
All children under 3 and those not potty trained for six months must wear a double diaper system with Happy Nappy on top (see policies for more info). We have them available for sale onsite if needed.
Splash Pod
Pre swim team/ non competitive swim team
6-17 Years Old
45 min
Ratio 1:5
$45/lesson
Welcome to the Splash Pod!
Our Splash Pod is home to our most advanced swimmers who are interested in improving their skills, building endurance, and having a blast in the water. The Splash Pod isn’t just about swimming—it’s also dedicated to building confidence both in and out of the water, helping swimmers grow socially and develop skills that will last a lifetime.
- Duration: 45-minute swim practice
- Focus: Designed to build endurance, learn advanced techniques, and most importantly—have FUN! Swimmers will focus on mastering the four competitive strokes and speed.
- Instructor Role: Maybe on deck, leading practice and providing tips.
- Prerequisites:
- Comfortable swimming one length (25 yards) of freestyle (at least intro to side breathing) and backstroke
- Goal: Develop strong fundamentals and confidence in all four strokes while enjoying every splash.
Highschool swim team prep
9-12th graders
Dates: Sep 4 to Nov 13 (FCPS Highschool swim season starts Nov 15)
Practices: Mon and Thur 3:30-4:15 (skipping FCPS days off)
Ratio about 1:5
$400
Get a jump start on the high school swim season! Our prep program is designed for swimmers who want to sharpen their strokes, build endurance, and be ready when the FCPS high school season kicks off on November 15th.
With focused coaching, small-group instruction this program will help your highschooler enter the season strong and confident.
Prereq: Able to swim 25yd freestyle without stopping, and 9-12th grade.
Adult workout group
18-99 Years Old
45 min
$30/practice
For adults looking for a workout group with structure, socialization and accountability. An instructor on the deck will provide workout plan and technique refinement. Priority is for those adults transitioning out of private swim lessons into a more fitness based workout group. Workouts will be modified based on individual health needs/ goals. Prereqs- comfortable swimming at least one 25 yard length without stopping and comfort swimming without instructor near you.
Note: The water temp is kept warm for the kids. This group will focus on fundamentals and not times to prevent overexertion and hyperthermia.
Adult Private Lessons
18-99 Years Old
Same prices as lesson ($65/lesson) -- filtering via over age (18+) will show instructors that teach adults
We teach adults of all abilities and age. Whether your goal is to become a safe swimmer/ overcome fear or improving technique for a triathlon/ swimming for fitness we are here for you.
Water Sports for Kids
6 Week Sessions for $150
Sunday's 4:30-5:15 (ages 7-12) Sep 7 to Oct 12
Sunday's 5:30-6:15 (ages 11-16) Sept 7 to Oct 12
Water sports promote teamwork, friendly competition, and fitness. Coordination skills, swimming, and water confidence improves as participants have fun through creative water-based games.
Pre req: swim length of pool (25yd), tread water 30 sec, and handle friendly competition. Negative comments and bad sportsmanship will not be tolerated/ participant maybe asked to exit the pool.
Due to the nature of this program no refunds/ reschedules for missed days. Should weather/ staff/ facility issues cause a day to be canceled the session will be extended by a week.
Water Exercise (Water Aerobics)
13-99 Years Old
45 min
$100 for a 6 week session
Sunday 7:30-8:15 AM Sep 7 to Oct 12
OR
Monday 12- 12:45 Sep 8 to Oct 13
OR
Friday 12- 12:45 Sep 5 to Oct 10
The purpose of water exercise is to improve overall physical fitness by using the natural resistance and buoyancy of water to support safe, exercise. This includes improving cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, increasing range of motion, reducing impact on joints, and improving balance and core stability.
Prereq: Medically cleared by doctor and comfortable in the pool (no actual swim skills required).
Due to the nature of this program no refunds/ reschedules for missed days. Should weather/ staff/ facility issues cause a day to be canceled the session will be extended.
Parent Night Out
6-16 Years Old
2nd Sat of the Month
Date: Saturday, Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
$50/ Child/ Day
10% Sibling discount
A fun night for kids with swimming, games, crafts and pizza.