Happy children swimming in a pool wearing colorful goggles
St. Thomas, Ontario Β· Lynhurst Outdoor Pool

Sunshine
Swim

School

Private swim lessons taught by a certified NLS instructor in a calm, personal backyard pool. Every child seen. Every child celebrated.

Life Saving Society CertifiedLife Saving Society InstructorPrivate 1-on-1Ages 2 & up
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Your instructor: Isabel "Izzy" Rodgers
Isabel Rodgers

About your instructor

Isabel "Izzy" Rodgers
St. Thomas, ON Β· Age 15

Passionate, certified & personal

Izzy holds both a Life Saving Society Swim Instructor certification and her National Lifeguard Service (NLS) designation β€” meaning she brings real lifeguard-level water safety knowledge to every lesson.

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Life Saving Society Swim Instructor
Certified to teach all levels
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NLS β€” National Lifeguard Service
Canada's highest lifeguarding standard
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CPR & Standard First Aid
Fully trained emergency responder

Why Sunshine Swim School?

Where every child thrives in the water

"I want every child to feel safe, confident, and excited to jump in β€” not just to swim laps, but to love the water."

Big swim schools are busy. Classes are crowded. Kids get lost in the shuffle. Sunshine Swim School is different: lessons happen in a private backyard pool in London, Ontario, where every child gets real attention and real progress.

Whether your child is nervous about putting their face in the water, or ready to refine their stroke technique, the lessons are tailored to exactly where they are β€” and where they want to go.

Private one-on-one lessons are also available for children who need a little extra support, or families who simply want the most personalized experience possible.

Children swimming underwater wearing colorful goggles and waving happily

The Sunshine Swim School difference

A truly personal swimming experience

No crowded pools. No anonymous classes. Just focused, joyful swimming lessons designed around your child.

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Backyard private & small group lessons

Lessons take place at Lynhurst Outdoor Pool in St. Thomas β€” a calm, clean, and welcoming environment where kids feel at ease from day one.

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Real individual attention

Small groups of max 4 students β€” or go fully private 1-on-1 for the deepest level of personalized coaching and fastest progress.

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All skill levels welcome

From first splash to stroke refinement, lessons are designed to meet your child exactly where they are and build from there.

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NLS-certified safety

Your instructor holds her National Lifeguard Service certification and CPR & Standard First Aid β€” the gold standard of water safety in Canada.

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Progress you'll see

Regular feedback after every session so parents know exactly how their child is growing β€” and what to celebrate.

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Private backyard lessons at your pool

Want your kids to learn to swim in your own backyard? We will come to you! Travel private lessons bring the instruction right to your home pool.

When we swim

Summer 2025 schedule

Three sessions across the summer β€” each running two weeks. Spots are limited to keep groups small, so book early to secure your child's place.

Jul
20

Session 1 β€” July 20 to July 31

Pre-School + Little Swimmers (Age 2-7 years old)

⏱ 2 weeks Β· Mon – Thu
Aug
3

Session 2 β€” Aug 3 to Aug 14

All Swimmer Levels & Advanced Levels (Age 7-13 years)

⏱ 2 weeks Β· Mon – Thu
Aug
17

Session 3 β€” Aug 17 to Aug 28

Pre-School + Little Swimmers (Age 2-7 years old)

⏱ 2 weeks Β· Mon – Thu
8
lessons

Each session = 8 lessons

8 Lessons per program with Friday being a rain day or make up day.

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Lessons run rain or shine β€” cancellations only in the case of thunderstorms or unsafe conditions. All cancellations are rescheduled.

What we teach

Swimmer levels

Preschool Levels

3 - 5 Years

Preschool 130 min
Preschool 230 min
Preschool 330 min
Preschool 430 min
Preschool 530 min

Swimmer Levels

5 Years +

Swimmer 130 min
Swimmer 230 min
Swimmer 330 min
Swimmer 430 min
Swimmer 530 min
Swimmer 630 min

All sessions are 30 minutes. Level placement is determined during the first lesson based on your child's comfort and skill in the water.

Lessons & pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

All packages are 8 lessons per program (30 min sessions). Payment accepted by e-transfer. Spots are limited β€” book early to secure your child's place.

Group Lesson
$150/per swimmer, per program

8 lessons Β· 30 min sessions Β· Small group Β· Per child Β· Per program

  • βœ“Max 4 children per group
  • βœ“8 Lessons per program with Friday being a rain day or make up day
  • βœ“All skill levels welcome
  • βœ“Progress updates each lesson
  • βœ“Lynhurst Outdoor Pool, St. Thomas
Book group session
Private 1-on-1
$200/per swimmer, per program

8 lessons Β· 30 min sessions Β· Fully private Β· Your child only Β· Per program

  • βœ“Your child, one instructor
  • βœ“8 Lessons per program with Friday being a rain day or make up day
  • βœ“Custom curriculum & pacing
  • βœ“Ideal for anxious or advanced swimmers
  • βœ“Lynhurst Outdoor Pool, St. Thomas
Book private session
Travel Private 1-on-1
$240/per swimmer, per program

8 lessons Β· 30 min sessions Β· We come to your backyard pool Β· Per program

  • βœ“Izzy comes to your home pool
  • βœ“8 Lessons per program with Friday being a rain day or make up day
  • βœ“Fully private, fully personalized
  • βœ“Learn in the pool your child swims in every day
  • βœ“Available Sessions 1 & 3 (July & Aug)
Book travel session

Prices are in CAD. E-transfer payment required before lessons begin. Reach out to ask about sibling discounts.

Where we swim

Lynhurst Outdoor Pool, St. Thomas

Lessons take place at Lynhurst Outdoor Pool in St. Thomas, Ontario β€” a calm and welcoming setting. Prefer your own backyard? We'll come to you.

Lynhurst Outdoor Pool

Located in St. Thomas, Ontario. A clean, well-maintained outdoor pool that gives kids the space and confidence to learn without feeling overwhelmed by a busy public facility.

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Lynhurst Outdoor Pool, St. Thomas ON
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Free parking on site
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Calm, outdoor pool environment
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Change facilities available
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Parents welcome to watch poolside
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Travel private lessons β€” we come to your pool!
Lynhurst Outdoor Pool
St. Thomas, Ontario

πŸš— We also come to you

Book a Travel Private lesson and Izzy will come right to your backyard pool β€” available in Sessions 1 & 3 (July & August).

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