A good teacher empowers the student to master the unknown — making the fear-inspiring enjoyable. All of our instructors' aim is to instill confidence and build a pattern of safe habits. And that's what it's all about.
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Registration for the 2024 New Year Session will open on Sunday December 10th 2023.
The session will take place from January 15th through March 10th. The session will be 8 weeks long.
Each class meets once per week for 8 weeks. Please view our FAQ below for more info. If you would like to be notified when registration will begin for future sessions please contact us.
New families can view our classes below. Returning families can visit our Parent Portal below.
The purpose of this course is to develop in very young children a high comfort level in the water while at the same time training the adults who accompany them in water. . .
The purpose of this course is to develop in very young children a high comfort level in the water while at the same time training the adults who accompany them in water. . .
Designed to meet the needs of 3-year-old children, this course will develop a high comfort level in the water and a readiness to swim, and f. . .
Designed to meet the needs of children ages 4-5, this course will develop a high comfort level in the water and a readiness to swim, and for. . .
Designed to meet the needs of children ages 6-12, this course will develop a high comfort level in the water and a readiness to swim, and fo. . .
Designed to meet the needs of children ages 3-5, this course will develop a high comfort level in the water and a readiness to swim, and for. . .
Ashley is a certified Swim Instructor Trainer with Starfish Aquatics Institute. SAI has paired up with PADI Swim Schools to offer an innovative and learner-focused curriculum using an “ages and stages” format with swim and safety benchmarks to insure a positive experience for children of all ages and skill levels. As a Red Cross certified lifeguard, Ashley knows what it takes to introduce your little ones to the water safely.
Ashley has brought her passion for teaching children safety in and around the water through a fun filled curriculum to Santa Barbara Aquatics and looks forward to bringing the joy of swimming to kids of all ages!
My name is Trinity Patron and I am a third year at UCSB. I grew up in the water. I have always felt like it was my second home. I swam competitively and played water polo for about nine years. I have been teaching and lifeguarding for about 4 years now. Teaching kids how to swim has become such a passion of mine! I love being able to be a part of a program like Santa Barbara Aquatics where I can watch my students improve and develop a love for swimming.
Hey! I’m Vivien and I am first-year Economics major at UCSB! I started swimming competitively at the age of 9 and played competitive water polo once I entered high school. I also participated in the junior lifeguard program growing up where I eventually began teaching ocean safety and how to swim in the ocean. It is very rewarding for me to be a part of kids journeys in learning to swim because it is where I fell in love with swim and everything that has to do with being in the water!
Hey I'm Allie! I grew up swimming and playing water polo and have always had a passion for the water. I started coaching swim lessons in highschool and also worked as a daycare assistant For three years. I was hired at Santa Barbara Aquatics in December 2021 and have absolutely loved getting to know the kids and learning even more techniques to teach all levels of swimming!
Hi, my name is Cael Hill. I am an engineering major at Santa Barbara City College and a first year there as well. In my free time I really enjoy swimming in the ocean, skating, and playing basketball at the park. I love to learn and teach and I like to create a positive environment to do so in. I have been lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons for 2 years now and have been having an amazing time doing so. Since I’ve been working at Santa Barbara Aquatics Ive noticed that the program makes sure all students improve in skill, have fun, and are included in activities, which is how I like to teach as well! I look forward to guiding the kids through water safety and good swim skills!
