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Choose the perfect swim program for you!
Try us out with a one-time class! Perfect for first-time swimmers to experience our teaching style.
Curious about our swim lessons? Dive in and give us a try with a one-time drop-in class for just $25-$35.
If you love it (and we're sure you will!), that $25 will be credited toward your first official lesson.
We offer flexible options:
Parent and child swim classes for ages 6 months to 3 years. Build foundational skills together!
The Parent and Child Swim classes focus on developing foundational swimming skills and promoting water safety for children aged 6 months to 3 years.
Important: Parents actively participate in the lessons. For group classes, parents must be in the water with their child. For private classes, we encourage parents to be in the water. The student-to-teacher ratio is up to 6 parent/child combos per instructor.
Parents are encouraged to bring their swimsuit for hands-on involvement in the learning process.
Perfect next step after Parent-Tot! Small group setting to build independence in the water.
Our Toddler Transition class is the perfect next step after Parent-Tot lessons. In this small group setting, your child will begin to build independence in the water while learning fundamental swimming and safety skills.
With only 3 students per instructor, each swimmer receives plenty of personalized attention and support.
Parents remain poolside for safety and encouragement, and should be ready to hop in if extra support is needed. This class helps little ones grow more confident, follow group class rules, and take the exciting step toward swimming on their own.
Beginner lessons for preschoolers focusing on water confidence, all strokes, and safety skills.
These beginner lessons are designed to help students build confidence in the water. The focus is on water acclimation, mastering all strokes, breathing techniques, floating, treading water, flip turns, diving, and water safety.
Each level is structured to progressively develop stronger, more confident swimmers.
Levels 1-5 for elementary-aged children. Build confidence through progressive skill development.
Levels 1-5 for Ages 5-8
These lessons are designed to help students build confidence in swimming through a focus on water acclimation, all strokes, breathing techniques, floating, treading water, flip turns, diving, and water safety.
Each level is structured to strengthen skills and enhance the swimmer's confidence and ability.
Levels 1-5 for older kids and teens. Master all strokes and build competitive skills.
Levels 1-5 for Ages 8-16
Our swim lessons are designed to build confidence and essential swimming skills, including all strokes, breathing, floating, treading water, flip turns, diving, and water safety.
Program Structure:
It's never too late to learn! Overcome fear of water with patient, understanding instructors.
It's never too late to learn how to swim! Our swim lessons are perfect for adults who have a fear of swimming.
With patient and understanding instructors, we help you overcome your fear of water, so you can enjoy swimming. In just 10-12 lessons, many beginner adult swimmers are ready to advance to intermediate and advanced skills.
Specialized instruction for individuals with autism, Down syndrome, sensory needs, and other unique challenges.
We provide swim lessons for individuals of all ages with unique needs, including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, sensory struggles, ADHD, physical disabilities, and other challenges.
Our lessons focus on water safety, helping students become safer swimmers.
We are the only swim school in Charleston to offer a Swim Angelfish®-certified Adaptive Swim Program, with Adaptive Swim Instructors specially trained and certified to work with children and adults with all disabilities. Our inclusive, individualized approach ensures every swimmer builds confidence, water safety skills, and strong technique.
Want to join a swim team? Build technique, endurance, and competitive skills with structured training.
2x per week commitment required
Development focuses on progressing swimmers through structured levels to build technique, endurance, and competitive skills. It begins with foundational skill-building in beginner levels, emphasizing proper technique in all strokes, treading water, floating, and safety skills.
Swimmers advance through stages by meeting clearly defined benchmarks, such as swimming 50 meters without stopping and mastering all strokes.
Perfect your swimming technique and refine all four competitive strokes for better performance.
Stroke Development classes focus on refining swimming technique across all four competitive strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
Perfect for swimmers who want to improve their form, efficiency, and speed in the water. Our experienced coaches provide detailed feedback and drills to help you master proper stroke mechanics.
Ideal for swimmers preparing for competitive teams or those who simply want to swim with better technique and confidence.
8-week endurance training for advanced swimmers. Perfect for triathlons, masters, and distance swimming.
8-week course • 2x per week commitment
The Swim to Fitness - Advanced Swimmers Program is an 8-week course designed for swimmers who can swim 100 meters without stopping. This program helps individuals swim farther without getting tired, focusing on goal-setting through different strokes, time management, and endurance training.
It is ideal for those preparing for events like triathlons, the LowCountry Splash, or adult master swims. The program is led by certified coaches with backgrounds in ASCA and USA Swimming.
Classes are offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening, with sessions lasting 45 to 60 minutes.
Prepare for Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and ROTC swimming tests.
Minimum of 6 classes required
Military Test Prep is designed to help young adults and adults prepare for military tests, including those for the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and ROTC.
The focus of the 60-minute sessions is on specific areas of testing. These preparation classes are held at the North Charleston Aquatic Center or North Charleston Sports Complex.
It is recommended to attend multiple times a week.
Gather your friends and family for personalized swim classes at your home or community pool!
Looking to bring the fun to your home pool? Gather your friends and family for a personalized swim class!
Whether you're hosting a group of three swimmers at the same level to enjoy group pricing, or prefer a semi-private experience with just two, we've got you covered.
Let's dive in and make your backyard the perfect spot for swimming success! Available for residential private pools or community pools.
All ages and abilities welcome!
Professional lifeguards for your pool party or event. Add a Fun Guard for games and activities!
Lifeguard Services: We provide highly qualified, professional lifeguards for hire throughout Charleston. Our private, in-home lifeguards ensure everyone in the pool is properly supervised, giving you peace of mind during your event. They enforce safety rules and help keep kids out of trouble so you and your guests can relax and enjoy the party.
Fun Guard: Fun Guards tailor games and activities to each group of kids, making your event fun and memorable. One Fun Guard is provided per 15 swimmers. Children must be over age 5 and able to swim across the pool comfortably to participate—otherwise, they must wear a life vest. A certified lifeguard is also required for safety.
Visiting Charleston? We'll bring swim lessons to your hotel, vacation rental, or the ocean!
We offer vacation private swim lessons for individuals visiting for a week, a month, or the summer. Lessons can be provided at your hotel pool, vacation rental pool, or in the ocean.
Requirements:
The only Swim Angelfish® certified program in Charleston. Specialized instruction for individuals with autism, sensory needs, and other unique challenges.
Watch our dedicated team of Swim Angelfish® certified instructors working with students in our adaptive swim program. See firsthand how our specialized approach creates a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment for swimmers of all abilities.
Did you know LCSS is the only Certified Swim Angelfish Instructor program in South Carolina?
Our Multi-Level Tier training equips Swim Whisperer Instructors with strategies to help swimmers overcome challenges such as:
This advanced adaptive aquatic training gives our instructors the tools to teach every swimmer with confidence and care.
Raising a child with special needs comes with unique challenges, but learning to swim doesn't have to be one of them. At LowCountry Swim School, we believe swimming is a life skill® that makes children safer and happier.
We offer private swim lessons for children with unique needs, including autism, sensory challenges, ADHD, physical disabilities, and more. Swimming not only improves safety, but it can also be therapeutic—helping with sensory overload, providing a sense of weightlessness, and relieving physical discomfort.
Lessons also support balance, coordination, strength, and range of motion, while often boosting confidence and self-esteem.
All children should learn water safety and how to swim when possible. Drowning is the #1 cause of accidental death in children with autism, and many kids are naturally drawn to pools, lakes, and even bathtubs.
Children with special needs process the world differently and benefit from flexible, child-focused teaching. Our LowCountry Swim School Certified™ Instructors have experience with a variety of needs, including:
Before your child's first lesson, we'll discuss your family's goals, learn about your child's abilities, and answer any questions. You can even meet the team beforehand. Then we'll create a customized teaching plan and match your child with an instructor who's the right personality fit.
While we do not directly offer tuition support for swimming lessons for special needs children, we do partner with third-party organizations that may be able to help. We'd love to welcome your child to swim class, so please get in touch with our team to learn more.
Supporting over 200 families in the Lowcountry area who have a family member with Down Syndrome.
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A powerful platform contributing to autism awareness, acceptance, and advocacy in our community.
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Providing scholarships for swimming lessons for children living in poverty.
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Early intervention, case management & DDSN intake services. Call (843) 732-1872
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Promoting and protecting the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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All Abilities. Limitless Possibilities. Building communities where all people with developmental disabilities have equal opportunities.
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The only Swim AngelFish certified program in South Carolina for adaptive instruction. USSSA certified with ASCA and USA Coaching credentials.
From 6-month-old infants to senior adults. Specialized adaptive programs for individuals with special needs.
6 pool locations across Charleston. We come to you at community pools and private residences.
Perpetual lessons year-round. Customize your schedule based on your availability and goals.
30+ years of combined experience. Red Cross certified, CPR trained, and background checked.
Thousands of swimmers taught. Specialized programs for competitive development and military testing.
Find a convenient location near you for year-round swimming lessons
8610 Patriot Boulevard, North Charleston
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Saturdays: 10am - 3pm
1455 Monitor Street, North Charleston (Park Circle)
ALL YEAR AROUND!New Recreation Pool
Saturdays: 10am - 3pm
1801 Pierce Street, Charleston
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Now Registering
4790 Hassel Avenue, North Charleston
May 31st - August 15thSummer Swim Lessons
300 Hamlet Circle, Goose Creek
June 1st - August 31stSummer Season
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 7pm
21 Dunvegan Drive, Charleston
June 1st - August 31stSummer Lessons
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 7pm
1455 Monitor Street, North Charleston (Park Circle)
ALL YEAR AROUND!New Recreation Pool
Saturdays: 10am - 3pm
1801 Pierce Street, Charleston
Resident OnlyNow Open for Lessons - All Year Around!
Now Registering
4790 Hassel Avenue, North Charleston
May 31st - August 15thSummer Swim Lessons
300 Hamlet Circle, Goose Creek
June 1st - August 31stSummer Season
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 7pm
21 Dunvegan Drive, Charleston
June 1st - September 1stSummer Lessons
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 7pm
Outdoor Locations Available June 1st - September 30th
Our dedicated team of swim professionals are Lifeguard Certified, CPR & First Aid Certified bringing both expert credentials and genuine passion to every lesson.
CEO & Founder
Owner and founder with over 30 years of aquatics experience. Passionate about teaching students with disabilities and special needs, bringing expertise from Atlanta to Charleston.
Chief Strategy Officer
Develops and executes organizational strategies while serving on multiple advisory boards including IBM Z ScaleUp Programs and Harbor Entrepreneur Center.
Director of Operations/HR
Charleston native with 12 years of competitive swimming experience. Clemson graduate with degrees in Recreation Management and Recreational Therapy.
Swim School Director
Certified EMT and former Ocean Lifeguard for San Diego Fire and Rescue. Avid ocean swimmer who competes in races worldwide including Turkey and Hawaii.
Adaptive Swim Director
Over 20 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. Certified in ABA, Behavioral Health, and Swim Angelfish Levels 1-3.
Client Relations Manager
Originally from Athens, Georgia, with over 7 years of customer service experience. Passionate about family, the outdoors, and making a positive community impact.
Social Media/Creative Director
Devoted mom of three and bridal hairstylist with a passion for water activities. Swimming since age 7, she brings experience and enthusiasm to aquatic adventures.
Advanced Swim Director
Specialized advanced instructor with swim team and coaching background from Miami. Over 20 years of swimming experience working with all skill levels.
Lead Swim Instructor
Special Education teacher from Ohio. Competitive swimmer for 15 years and assistant swim coach for eight summers. Passionate about water safety and fun!
Lead Swim Instructor
Over 12 years as a swim instructor bringing fun and energy to every class. Specializes in babies through adults and special needs instruction.
Swim Instructor
University of Georgia graduate with degrees in Human Development and Nonprofit Management. Certified in Disability Studies and 200-hour yoga instructor.
Swim Instructor
Originally from Brazil with 35 years of teaching experience. American Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructor known for calm, intuitive teaching approach.
Swim Instructor
From Louisville, Kentucky with a degree in social work. Loves traveling, working with children, and seeing families celebrate their children's success.
Swim Instructor
South Carolina native with a deep love for water. Mother of three studying health science with aspirations to become a physical therapist.
Swim Instructor
Started swimming at age 2, competed from third grade through high school. Qualified for regionals all four years and earned multiple awards for performance.
Swim Instructor
Charleston native and University of South Carolina Biology graduate. Member of Carolina Band and Gamecock Rowing Club. With LCSS since 2021.
Swim Instructor
EMT and 68W medic with South Carolina Army National Guard. Former high school athlete in butterfly, freestyle, volleyball, and track.
Swim Instructor
Clemson graduate with bachelor's and master's in Education. Swimming since age 6, swim team for 10 years, teaching lessons for 6 years. High school teacher.
Swim Instructor
Over 7 years of aquatics experience. Former competitive swimmer, coached teams with 100+ members. Also worked as a lifeguard ensuring safety focus.
Swim Assistant/Instructor
Patient, encouraging multilingual instructor fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Creates calm, welcoming spaces for swimmers of all ages.
Swim Instructor
From Ohio, played basketball at Kingwood University. Majored in Special Education and works with kids with cognitive behavioral issues and special needs.
Swim Instructor
USC Psychology student and Air Force ROTC member. Over a year as lifeguard, working toward Lifeguard Instructor certification. Passionate about water safety.
Swim Instructor
Charleston native studying sonography at Georgia Southern. Lifeguard with City of North Charleston for 6 years, bringing valuable water safety expertise.
Swim Instructor
High school junior with competitive swim background. Sectionals level swimmer and volunteer summer camp counselor focused on character development.
Swim Instructor
Spent 3 years with Navy CYP, worked as 9-1-1 dispatcher, taught in after-school programs. Grew up helping at family martial arts dojo and on swim team.
Swim Instructor
From Northern California and San Diego. Former competitive swimmer, lifeguard, and swim instructor with over 20 years of administrative experience.
Swim Assistant/Jr. Instructor
Swimmer since age 5, competed on Chicago Swim Team. Known for humor and keeping kids laughing while learning. Full of positivity and energy!
Swim Assistant
Recent high school graduate who loves working with children. Brings joy helping the community become water safe.
Swim Assistant
USC freshman majoring in Psychology. Originally from Miami Beach, Florida. Moved to Summerville ten years ago. Loves writing and reading fiction.
Swim Assistant
High school student passionate about swimming and beach days. Member of Beta Club, serving community and assisting local elementary schools.
Swim Assistant
Dedicated swim assistant bringing enthusiasm and support to the LowCountry Swim School team.
Swim Assistant
Originally from Asheville, NC where she swam with the Jewish Community Swim Team. High school senior who loves art, art history, literature and traveling to museums in Paris and New York.
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Every day without swim skills is a day at risk. Give your child the gift of water safety and confidence that lasts a lifetime.