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Coastal Waves Swim School
“Kendyl was beyond my expectations,she knows how to play and how make a connection with children😍 …”
Best Swimming Lessons near Vancouver, BC
3 of these schools are based in Vancouver; the others serve Vancouver from towns including Burnaby (10 km), Richmond (10 km) and Surrey (19 km).
1 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
We are still growing
There are too few quality options within 25 km, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 100 km from you. This includes Vancouver and several other cities.
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Aquaventures Swim Centre
“My daughter 5 and son 2 have made great progress with great confidence now in the water.”
Coach Stewart
“Was a Level 2 and between the drills and Stewart's guidance I'm a far better and more confident swimmer.”
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Iswim Swimming School
“The instructors are very professional , strict to see that every child is learning but also friendly so that the kids feel comfortable.”
Marina's Swim School
“Firstly, his professional approach, taking the time to listen to us patiently, and taking responsibility for the incident instead of blaming the instructor, was commendable beyond words.”
Pedalheads Swim Fitness 2000 l Swim Lessons Burnaby
“The small sized, longer length classes has given her more opportunities to practice her swim skills”
The 10 swim schools listed for Vancouver, BC 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: Vancouver, BC
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,029 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills" and "confidence". 1 is open around the clock; 6 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 4 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 25 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enrol.
Which swim schools here teach on Saturdays or Sundays?
Out of the 10 schools here, 6 publish hours on a Saturday or Sunday. Saturday morning is the most wanted slot in swimming and goes first, with the after-school times going next. Ask to be told when a space opens rather than calling back every few weeks.
Swim With Grace
“We immensely benefited from the one-on-one learning with Grace in a personal setting versus a crowded pool with confident kids jumping in/out and others swimming around us.”
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Surrey Knights Swim Club
Radswim
“I have taken swimming classes before, but no one ever thought me the skills that Soori did.”
Sechelt Aquatic Centre
“Was there today doing laps and enjoyed the hot tub for my shoulder blades”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Vancouver
- “Maureen is a wonderful swimming instructor. She taught my 3.5yr old kid for a couple of months and with every class I see lots of improvement in my kid’s ability to get super comfortable and confident in water.” — from a review of Coastal Waves Swim School
- “They are so patient and skilled! Classes are small, activities in the pool are creative and fun.” — from a review of Aquaventures Swim Centre
- “Ultimately, she’s an exceptional swimming expert who is able to communicate effectively with students.” — from a review of Radswim
- “The clean environment creates a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm water in the kids' pool ensures a comfortable learning experience for my 4 years son.” — from a review of Marina's Swim School
- “Both my children progressed with Maureen. She is professional and punctual and overall a great choice for swimming instruction for your children!” — from a review of Coastal Waves Swim School
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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