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Stanley is a highly results-focused instructor who teaches effective techniques to help students move through each stage quickly and safely. His clear guidance and step-by-step coaching build skills and confidence very fast. I’ve learnt so much in just one lesson. Highly recommend.

Adult swimming lesson

$70

Experianced and dedicated.

Swimming lesson

$50

Got exactly what I wanted out of my lesson, and more!

Swimming lessons

$50

Lovely lady great instructions my children enjoyed their swimming lesson

Private swimming lessons / coach

$70

Great !My little one enjoyed it

Swimming Instructor for 5year old

$20

Very good instructor, On time , Patient, skill fill with good training skills.

Private Swimming trainer/instructor

$50

What's the average cost of a swimming instructor

$50 - $82

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Amazing swimming class lesson

Swimming basic instructor

$50

Very patient with my boys, learnt so much in one lesson. Thanks

Swimming Instructor

$60

Great teaching skills, Thank you.

Swimming Lessons

$80

Nooshin is a highly competent and adaptable instructor. She is very accomodating to people of different skill levels and has a very supportive way of teaching that is helping me reach my swimming goals.

Adult swimming lessons

$45

thanks nooshin

I need a swimming instructor for my 5 year old boy

$80

Hi Nooshin You were great. Thank you. The boys thought you did a fantastic job. Highly recommend.

Swimming Instructor

$90

What's the average cost of a baby swimming lesson instructor

$50 - $80

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$50

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$60

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Why book swimming lessons through Airtasker?

With backyard pools in many suburbs and swimming regattas, there’s a lot of fun to be had if you’re confident in the water. However, swimming doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Whether you’re an adult who never quite got the hang of it or a parent looking out for your children, swimming lessons are one of the most important, life-saving lessons you can take.

Hiring a swimming teacher on Airtasker takes the hassle out of finding someone appropriate for the job. It’s one of the best ways to find an expert swimming instructor to teach you, your kids, or even your baby to learn how to swim the right way. You can even book swimming lessons using the app, and without even leaving home!

Make a post on Airtasker with all the crucial details. List the ages, numbers, and swimming skill levels of those who want swimming lessons. Qualified Taskers will reply to your post with a free quote. You can see reviews and ratings on individual Taskers to help you choose the best instructor. Get a headstart and use that pink button today!

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Top Swimming Lessons related questions

For certain types of tasks, you may need to enquire as to what specialist licenses may be required to undertake your task as this can vary. Please make sure that you confirm that a Tasker has the relevant swimming lessons licence and insurance before accepting an offer.

The time for each lesson and the time you need to complete the service varies. Depending on how fast you master the lessons, the frequency and duration of each session, the entire class can take a few weeks to a few months. Each session can take as little as 15 minutes to at most an hour. Practising outside your lessons under supervision can shorten the time to complete the service. 

Yes! If you run a business like a swimming school, you can hire Taskers to boost your staff. Make a post on our platform with all the essential details. Include the type of lessons you want a Tasker to teach and their desired level of experience. Potential Taskers will reply with a free quote, and then you can negotiate rates and schedules from there. Take note; you can hire Taskers to provide other lessons apart from swimming.

Yes. Make a post on Airtasker with the necessary details. Include your location, the age of your little learner, schedule and budget. Our platform will match you with Taskers closest to you that offer one-to-one swimming lessons for babies. They’ll give you a free quote, and you can see their ratings and reviews apart from their rates so that you can pick the best one. Use our platform and have your precious baby learn how to swim straight away! 

Yes, you can, but be sure to mention this in your post on Airtasker to get matched with Taskers who have this skill. Taskers who specialise in teaching adults to overcome their fear of water will reply to your post and give you a free quote. Rest assured, you can find an expert swimming instructor close to you who can help you or anyone in your family get over their phobia and discover the joy of swimming. 

You sure can! You can find capable Taskers on our platform that offer swimming lessons for adults, even for kids and babies! So whether you’re 16 or 60, there’s no shame if you haven’t yet learned how to swim. Make a post with all the crucial details like your age, swimming skill level, location and budget. You’ll find that only the most experienced, non-judgmental, patient and friendly swimming instructors are available on Airtasker, all willing to help. 

Top Baby Swimming Lessons related questions

The equipment you should provide includes your baby’s bathing suit and their favourite toys to make them feel at ease and love the water. Some instructors may ask one or both parents to help in a session, so you may have to suit up! An ideal setup would mean having a pool or inflatable pool large enough to have your home lessons. You can schedule sessions with your instructor at a nearby facility if you don’t have a pool.

That depends on your baby’s age, as well as the frequency and duration of their sessions. Assuming that your baby has weekly half-hour sessions, babies aged 6 to 18 months can learn to swim after a year or a year-and-a-half. Children at the age of 1 and a half to 3 years old can learn to swim in a year. Meanwhile, 3-year-olds and up can learn in as little as 6 months. 

Yes, you can hire Taskers to pitch in if your swimming lessons business needs more instructors. Make sure to post a job on our platform with crucial details like the job description, experience level you want in a Tasker, location, and schedule for lessons. Potential Taskers will reply with a free quote, and you can discuss rates and other details about the job after you’ve hired them. Don’t forget; youcan employ Taskers for teaching different skills

While newborn babies can go directly into the water from birth, they shouldn’t stay in water for long. The bodies of very young babies can’t regulate their body temperature, and they risk getting an infection from the water. It’s safer for babies to learn how to swim and stay in a swimming pool when they’re at least six months old. 

Yes!! All you have to do is make a post on Airtasker. You’ll then get matched with potential Taskers close to you. Be sure to include your exact location, schedule and budget in your post. You can expect queries to your post in a few minutes, and interested Taskers will give you a free quote for their services.

You may be hard-pressed to find swimming lessons for babies under six months. Any younger than that, a baby is very vulnerable to getting infections from a swimming pool, especially those open for public use. Chlorine takes time to kill bacteria, and your baby’s immune system isn’t as strong as that of an adult. Your 3-month-old baby’s body is also inefficient in regulating their body temperature, so they can quickly feel cold in unheated pools.    

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What do swimming lessons include?

Swimming lessons include all the tasks necessary for your swimming instructor to teach you, your children, and even your babies to swim safely and with confidence. These are private swimming lessons where your hired instructor can introduce first-timer swimmers of any age to water in a safe manner and ensure that the class begins on a positive note. 

They can give lessons in the shallow end of a pool to help beginners find their buoyancy, develop their confidence and get them accustomed to staying in the water. After they develop these skills, they can learn the basics. These can include proper breathing, proper arm strokes and kicking. Swimming instructors can adjust to a student’s level, from absolute beginners to more advanced swimmers.   

Baby swimming lessons 

Yes, swimming instructors can teach your baby to swim! Note that your baby must be at least 6 months old to take swimming lessons. Babies at this age tolerate colder water better and have better motor skills. Your swimming instructor can teach your baby alone, but they may ask for at least one parent to take part. 

The presence of mum or dad is essential to make sure your baby feels safe and comfortable during the lesson. The swim instructor can help your baby learn to love and enjoy the water, teach them how to float and gradually teach them how to kick and move about in the water.  

Kids swimming lessons

Your hired instructor can start your kids’ lessons by teaching your kids how to breathe underwater and how to float. These one-to-one swimming lessons can help toddlers and pre-teens enjoy the water and avoid developing a fear of it. Your swimming instructor can teach them basic swimming strokes after they’ve mastered floating and proper breathing. 

Adult swimming lessons

Swimming instructors can also teach adult students to swim. If the adult student is a beginner and has aquaphobia, some instructors can lead them to overcome their fear of water. For adult learners that are more comfortable in the water, the instructor can teach them how to float on their own or help improve their technique. They can also teach adult students essential breathing and floating, then proceed to learn swimming strokes and strategies to move through the water. 

Lessons for advanced swimmers

Some swimming instructors can teach advanced swimmers to improve if necessary. If an advanced student is a competitive swimmer, the swim instructor can test their ability by timing their laps. They can see how they can help them improve their lap times and recommend the necessary measures. This can include setting a diet and training regimen, then testing to measure improvement. This process can continue until the advanced swimmer attains their goals. Once you’ve mastered swimming, why not learn to conquer deeper waters? 

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Swimming teaches

$80

Miranda NSW, Australia

21st Feb 2026

Hi I’m looking at learning swimming need someone that’s teach adult ! I don’t have a pool Thank you

Swimming instructor for kids

$60

St Leonards, New South Wales

20th Feb 2026

My son is 5Y8M looking for experienced swimming instructor to have swimming lessons at our own pool. 30 mins class.

Certified swimming instructor to teach an adult . Pool at home .

$40

Schofields NSW, Australia

20th Feb 2026

Looking for someone who is certified and can teach beginner swimming lessons for adult . In the home pool

Private swimming lessons for two 6 year olds

$10

Greensborough VIC, Australia

19th Feb 2026

Hi there, we have two girls who are in need of swimming classes. They have some limited experience with swimming lessons but have taken a short hiatus. Location: Greensborough/ Eltham

Swimming instruction Cronulla Ocean Pool

$60

Cronulla NSW, Australia

19th Feb 2026

Would like to improve swimming stroke but can only use an ocean pool.

Group swimming lesson for my 3 children ages 8, 8 and 11 for 2 weeks.

$300

Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia

18th Feb 2026

We are staying at Dorchester on the Beach for 2 weeks and would like to have 5-6 swim lessons for our kids at our apartment while there. Ideally would like the kids to have their lesson all together. Our kids are from Canada and have very basic swim skills but could definitely use more!

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Como WA, Australia

16th Feb 2026

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Richmond, Victoria, Australia

15th Feb 2026

I'm looking for a private swim teacher to come to us and provide lessons to a 6 year old girl and 4 year old boy. Both are confident in the water. A swimming teacher who is playful, punctual and neuro-affirming preferred.

Private swim lessons, no pool at home I can pay at public pool

$50

Miller NSW, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I need private swimming tutor for my 11 year old son. I don’t have private pool at home hence willing to pay for tutor at public pool. He is an average swimmer

Private swimming lessons / coach

$70

Broadbeach Waters QLD 4218, Australia

5th Feb 2026

I need a private swimming coach at home. 2 kids 30 minutes each. Prefer someone with children experience. Would like class today / this afternoon Total 1 hour.

Lovely lady great instructions my children enjoyed their swimming lesson

Swimming Lessons for Kids

$40

East Victoria Park WA 6101, Australia

1st Feb 2026

Hi I am looking for a qualified swimming instructor for my kids - 5 year old and almost 2 year old. I’m located in East Vic Park and have a pool at home. I’m flexible with the time and day. Wanted to start with one lesson and if it works out would love someone on a weekly basis. Thanks

Laurane was amazing! Highly recommend as an excellent swimming teacher ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Swimmer in Black Rock required

$100

Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia

27th Jan 2026

Swimmer required for one hour at 7.30 pm to pretend to take out a treasure chest from the water so I can open it and give my girlfriend a gift as a surprise. As well as the fee will also give a $20 cash bonus on completion.

James is a professional and reliable Airtasker. I would recommend James to any potential clients.

Swimming lessons

$40

Epping VIC, Australia

21st Jan 2026

After privet swimming lessons. Used to swim when I was younger and now need a refresher. Can do pool and gradually go to open water

Great swimming lesson!

Swimming teacher

$50

Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

9th Jan 2026

I need someone with a swimming pool available that can teach me how to swim. I can’t swim at all. I would like to learn breathe technique, how to float and so on.

I did one class with Fiona and I loved it. I don’t have any swimming skills, I can’t even float, but she structured the class where I could see progress and got excited from the beginning. I will do more classes with her for sure!

Swim lessons for adults

$65

Rockdale NSW, Australia

13th Dec 2025

Need an experienced swim coach to teach an adult (comfortable in the water) to swim. Pool available at the student's residence.

Stanley is a fantastic coach. He immediately knew what I needed to focus on to improve my swimming. Would highly recommend him to beginner swimmers looking to get more confident in the water.

Swimming lessons for my 4 year old

$50

Merewether NSW, Australia

24th Nov 2025

I’d like to organise private swimming lessons for my 4 year old. Needs help with the basics and want it to be an intensive. I’ll attend all sessions. Merewether baths is a good option.

Christina is great. She had a great lesson with my 4 year old and provides an L&D lens to lessons - which I love.

Swim lessons

$50

Enfield NSW, Australia

9th Nov 2025

Bigginers class - adult 60 minutes

Organised and patient. Teaching me to have a natural feel for swimming, ideally what i needed as a begginer. I was always taught swimming styles and it's techniques too soon and at a fast learning pace.

Swimming lessons for adults

$50

Auburn NSW, Australia

17th Oct 2025

Swimming lessons for adults

Stanley was absolutely amazing as a swimming instructor I went in expecting not to learn anything on my first lesson but was surprised how much I ended up learning from Stanley Any adults looking to swim, I highly recommend Stanley, you won't be disappointed

Mystery Shop - Simple swimming lessons enquiry 🏋️‍♂️

$60

Moree NSW, Australia

25th Aug 2025

Attend the designated aquatic centre to enquire about swimming lessons, and look around the facility. Walk-in, no prior appointment required. No join up! No outlay! Just a swimming lessons enquiry at the aquatic centre. Fill in the online survey and get paid!

Thanks very much, great job.

Swimming instructor needed in Sydney city

$33

Sydney, New South Wales

24th Aug 2025

Looking for a patient and experienced swimming instructor who can come to our apartment building in Sydney City and teach in our pool (around 1.1m depth). - Lessons for 2 adult beginners (myself and my partner) - Goal: learn proper swimming technique and become confident swimmers - Frequency: 2–3 times per week - Location: Sydney CBD (building pool) - Timing: flexible, evenings or weekends preferred Please share your experience, availability, and rates.

Irina was amazing. Her instructions were clear and spot on and she gave us really practical feedback that made a big difference straight away. She’s patient, encouraging, and knows exactly how to explain things in a simple way. Highly recommended!

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Swimming teaches

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Miranda NSW, Australia

21st Feb 2026

Hi I’m looking at learning swimming need someone that’s teach adult ! I don’t have a pool Thank you

Swimming instructor for kids

$60

St Leonards, New South Wales

20th Feb 2026

My son is 5Y8M looking for experienced swimming instructor to have swimming lessons at our own pool. 30 mins class.

Certified swimming instructor to teach an adult . Pool at home .

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Schofields NSW, Australia

20th Feb 2026

Looking for someone who is certified and can teach beginner swimming lessons for adult . In the home pool

Private swimming lessons for two 6 year olds

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Hi there, we have two girls who are in need of swimming classes. They have some limited experience with swimming lessons but have taken a short hiatus. Location: Greensborough/ Eltham

Swimming instruction Cronulla Ocean Pool

$60

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Would like to improve swimming stroke but can only use an ocean pool.

Group swimming lesson for my 3 children ages 8, 8 and 11 for 2 weeks.

$300

Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia

18th Feb 2026

We are staying at Dorchester on the Beach for 2 weeks and would like to have 5-6 swim lessons for our kids at our apartment while there. Ideally would like the kids to have their lesson all together. Our kids are from Canada and have very basic swim skills but could definitely use more!

Swimming instructor

$45

Como WA, Australia

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private swimming lesson for 2 boys

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$45

Richmond, Victoria, Australia

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I'm looking for a private swim teacher to come to us and provide lessons to a 6 year old girl and 4 year old boy. Both are confident in the water. A swimming teacher who is playful, punctual and neuro-affirming preferred.

Searching for a private adult swimming instructor

$100

Northcote VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2026

Looking for a private swimming instructor to teach a beginner adult. I am able to float and do some basic strokes but would like to develop confidence and endurance.

Swimming lessons for 4 year old

$25

Mansfield QLD, Australia

13th Feb 2026

Wanting a professional to come to my home for swimming lessons for my child. Wanting weekly lessons possibly 2 a week Price would be per lesson

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$15

Pyrmont NSW, Australia

13th Feb 2026

I know how to swim but I need someone to watch m and correct me and teach me butterfly swimming-

Swimming lessons for my 11 year old son on sundays

$60

Yokine WA 6060, Australia

13th Feb 2026

Hi there, I’m looking for someone to help my son learn breaststroke which he is struggling with. For school he needs to swim 50m in breaststroke. Happy to meet at terry tyzack for an hour on sundays? Thanks Lara

Private swimming lessons / coach

$70

Broadbeach Waters QLD 4218, Australia

5th Feb 2026

I need a private swimming coach at home. 2 kids 30 minutes each. Prefer someone with children experience. Would like class today / this afternoon Total 1 hour.

Lovely lady great instructions my children enjoyed their swimming lesson

Swimming Lessons for Kids

$40

East Victoria Park WA 6101, Australia

1st Feb 2026

Hi I am looking for a qualified swimming instructor for my kids - 5 year old and almost 2 year old. I’m located in East Vic Park and have a pool at home. I’m flexible with the time and day. Wanted to start with one lesson and if it works out would love someone on a weekly basis. Thanks

Laurane was amazing! Highly recommend as an excellent swimming teacher ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Swimming lessons

$40

Epping VIC, Australia

21st Jan 2026

After privet swimming lessons. Used to swim when I was younger and now need a refresher. Can do pool and gradually go to open water

Great swimming lesson!

Swimming teacher

$50

Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

9th Jan 2026

I need someone with a swimming pool available that can teach me how to swim. I can’t swim at all. I would like to learn breathe technique, how to float and so on.

I did one class with Fiona and I loved it. I don’t have any swimming skills, I can’t even float, but she structured the class where I could see progress and got excited from the beginning. I will do more classes with her for sure!

Swimming lessons for my 4 year old

$50

Merewether NSW, Australia

24th Nov 2025

I’d like to organise private swimming lessons for my 4 year old. Needs help with the basics and want it to be an intensive. I’ll attend all sessions. Merewether baths is a good option.

Christina is great. She had a great lesson with my 4 year old and provides an L&D lens to lessons - which I love.

Swimming lessons for adults

$50

Auburn NSW, Australia

17th Oct 2025

Swimming lessons for adults

Stanley was absolutely amazing as a swimming instructor I went in expecting not to learn anything on my first lesson but was surprised how much I ended up learning from Stanley Any adults looking to swim, I highly recommend Stanley, you won't be disappointed

Mystery Shop - Simple swimming lessons enquiry 🏋️‍♂️

$60

Moree NSW, Australia

25th Aug 2025

Attend the designated aquatic centre to enquire about swimming lessons, and look around the facility. Walk-in, no prior appointment required. No join up! No outlay! Just a swimming lessons enquiry at the aquatic centre. Fill in the online survey and get paid!

Thanks very much, great job.

Swimming instructor needed in Sydney city

$33

Sydney, New South Wales

24th Aug 2025

Looking for a patient and experienced swimming instructor who can come to our apartment building in Sydney City and teach in our pool (around 1.1m depth). - Lessons for 2 adult beginners (myself and my partner) - Goal: learn proper swimming technique and become confident swimmers - Frequency: 2–3 times per week - Location: Sydney CBD (building pool) - Timing: flexible, evenings or weekends preferred Please share your experience, availability, and rates.

Irina was amazing. Her instructions were clear and spot on and she gave us really practical feedback that made a big difference straight away. She’s patient, encouraging, and knows exactly how to explain things in a simple way. Highly recommended!