Choose the schedule and set your own swimming goals

Offered in our comfortably heated pools, private swim lessons:

  • Are available for ages 3 years and up.
  • Give you the chance to learn to swim from a skilled teacher—either on your own or with a buddy.
  • Allow for flexible scheduling. 
  • Provide an opportunity to learn proper swimming and water-safety techniques, and receive positive encouragement, motivation, and accountability.

Private swim lessons locations

Due to high demand, there are long waiting lists at most of our branches. We are only able to take new requests for the Windward Y.

  • Kaimuki-Waialae Y
  • Leeward Y
  • Nu‘uanu Y
  • Mililani-West Oahu Y
  • Windward Y

Private swim lesson rates

All lesson packages are pre-paid and non-refundable. Member rates are not available. Pricing is per 5-lesson package.

  • 30-minute classes for one person are $240
  • 45-minute classes for one person are $320
  • 30-minute classes for two people are $350 
  • 45-minute classes for two people are $475

Registration information

Fill out and submit the online private swim lesson request form. Upon receipt, the Aquatics Director will contact you within 7-10 business days to update you on the status of your request. Spaces are limited—please submit your request form as soon as possible, as lessons are accommodated in the order they are received.


Cancellation policy

  • If you need to cancel your private swim lesson, you may reschedule your lesson based on availability with no penalty, if you notify your instructor at least 4 hours in advance.
  • Refunds or rescheduling aren’t available if you cancel your private swim lesson less than 4 hours in advance, or by not showing up.