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School In the Pool
- Motivating
- Special Needs
- Facility
“We are incredibly grateful for the progress our son has made and can't wait to see what else he will achieve with the guidance of the exceptional staff at this school.”
Best Swimming Lessons in North York, ON
24 schools listed · 8 in North York · 15 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Toronto Swim School
- Education
- Atmosphere
- Skills
“One of the best academy's to learn swimming or getting to passes of lifeguard and CPR or even getting taught how to be an instructor teacher to teach other kids and don't forget to appreciate the coach Mr.”
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Davina's Swim House
- Students
- Tot
- Skills
“Their approach not only focuses on skill development but also fosters a love for swimming that is evident in my son's enthusiasm every time he dives in.”
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Shendy's Centre
- Learning
- Lifeguard
- Course
“I had gotten my other lifeguarding qualifications (Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross) at different locations, both of which were mediocre experiences, but nothing compared to the time I had while at Shendy's.”
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Water Babies
- Money
- Confidence
- Skills
“There were so many benefits she got from the program from water confidence, to an enjoyment of water related activities hopefully for life, she slept better and she built up her stamina and strength in her body.”
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Dafna's Swim Centre Inc
“Amazing staff and management.”
The 24 swim schools listed for North York, ON teach swimming. The stages a school runs, the pool it teaches in and the ages it accepts are taken from what the school publishes; ratings and quotes on the cards come from public listings.
Area overview: North York, ON
8 of the 24 schools we list are based in North York; the other 16 serve North York from towns including Toronto, Markham and Mississauga. 23 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 2,047 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "professional", "price" and "knowledge". 15 are open on Saturdays and 13 on Sundays. Domain records put 10 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2004. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 22 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enrol.
When is the pool busiest for swimming lessons?
Popular times are on file for 6 of the 24 schools, and they show Sundays around midday as the busiest and weekday mornings as the quietest. If your child is easily overwhelmed by noise and echo, a quieter slot is worth more than a convenient one.
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LGA Lifeguarding and First Aid
“My daughter recently completed her Bronze Cross with Lifeguarding Academy. My daughter did her research and found the Academy on her own and convinced me that we should travel for an hour to finally get this done!!! Well, I have to say this was the f...”
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Primestar Swim Academy Ltd.
- Coaches
- Swimming Lessons
“This adult swimming school excels in baseline teaching, providing adults with a strong foundation in swimming.”
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WD Swim Markham
- Facility
- Confident
- Swimming Lessons
“This salt water pool is relatively mild, does not have a strong smell of disinfectant, and is very baby-friendly.”
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Sunnyside Up Camp Inc.
- Crafts
- Field Trip
- Organized
“Overall, Sunnyside Camp provides an unforgettable experience for children of all ages, fostering personal growth, friendship, and a lifelong love for adventure and the outdoors.”
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Russell Aquatics Swim School
- Community Centre
- Environment
- Swimming Lessons
“My 4 year old daughter went from screaming about not wanting to put her face in the water to diving to the bottom of the pool to get sinkies in TWO WEEKS.”
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Olympian School of Swimming (Midland)
“One of the coaches recognized her potential and was approached to join the competitive program where we met the Torch specialized competitive coaches who are very aggressive in their approach especially Andrei and Josh.”
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Talent Swim School
- Plan
- Enthusiasm
- Coach
“If you are enthusiastic about learning to swim or boosting you swimming skills under the guidance of a highly skilled instructor, I would wholeheartedly endorse her.”
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KJ Aquatics Swim School Toronto Midtown
- Atmosphere
- Trainers
- Professional
“I wholeheartedly give these trainers a five-star rating and recommend them to anyone seeking a transformative swimming experience within the shortest possible time.”
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Ezswims
- Attention
- August
- Patient
“The instructors were super supportive, kind and attentive to the needs of our son, the instruction focused in on the key elements without the fluff you get at rec center swimming classes.”
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Miles Nadal JCC (Gym
- Accessibility
- Price
- Family
“Learn pottery or yoga or violin or anything else that you may be interested in doing.”
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Swimland
- Fear
- Learning Environment
- Skills
“Whether you're an adult looking to conquer your fear or a parent seeking a safe and engaging environment for your child, SwimLand is the perfect choice.”
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Jaffer Swim School
- Knowledge
- Stars
- Lessons
“Highly recommend Husayn, he has a mean butterfly stroke and my kids love to see him swim!”
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Sunbright Aquatics Inc.
- Confidence
- Learning
- Technique
“He adapted his lesson structure to make my son feel very comfortable in the water and to try new skills, while encouraging him to overcome his fears and to try his best.”
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GTA Swim School
- Price
- Expertise
- Training
“My daughters 6 and 9 have been training with Shane for about 6 weeks now and I am happy to see their progress moving up from beginners to higher levels, learning new strokes gradually, and improving them.”
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Iswim Aquatics
- 30 Minutes
- Safety
- Confidence
“Lindsey was so great helping our kids go from very hesistant in the water to overcoming their fear and become much stronger swimmers from where they started.”
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Rocket Swim Club
- Discipline
- Instructors
- Learn
“The 2022/2023 season was the first that my son spent with RocketSwim, and this experience is something outstanding compared to the previous swimming classes that he tried.”
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DZ Swim Academy
- Team
- Community Centre
- Professional
“After spending many unsuccessful sessions at the community centre, my son finally gained the confidence he needed with Delana to succeed and he truly enjoyed himself in the process.”
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Flying Fish Swim Club (Ffsc)
- Son
- Technique
- Swimming School
“The instructor's experience and expertise, combined with the well-designed lesson plans and top-notch facilities, make this an excellent choice for anyone looking to improve their swimming skills.”
Swim Lesson Services in North York, ON Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$86
Maximum cost
$411
National Average
$149
Avg Per Hour Rates
$61
$115
$223
Typical price range is based on 510 cost profiles
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