Get To Know Our Program
I offer a structured self-rescue swim program in Altamonte Springs, designed to help children develop essential water safety skills, independence, and confidence in the water. Through short, high-frequency lessons children learn to float, breathe, and respond if they ever reach the water alone.
With one-on-one instruction, each child progresses step-by-step in a consistent, supportive environment.
This program is ideal for families who want their children to build strong, reliable, water safety skills and gain confidence in and around the water, and give parents greater peace of mind.
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Meet Your Instructor
I'm a native Floridian and the owner and instructor behind Fins Up Swim School. I've always had a love for the water and for teaching but found myself in office roles that didn't feel aligned with my purpose. In 2022, I took a leap of faith and started Fins Up to build something more meaningful around what I truly love.
Living in Florida, water is a part of everyday life, but so is the risk. Drowning rates have continued to rise in recent years, and it remains the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1-4 in our state. While constant supervision and pool barriers are essential, swim lessons provide another critical layer of protection.
At Fins Up, my focus is on teaching self-rescue and water safety skills in a way that builds both confidence and independence. My goal is to equip each child with the ability to respond in the water and give families greater peace of mind.
Hi, I’m Mabel!
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Certified through the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instruction (WSI) and CPR/First Aid/AED.
Hi, I’m Mabel!
Certified through the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instruction (WSI) and CPR/First Aid/AED.
I’m a native Floridian and am the owner and lead instructor of Fins Up Swim School. I’ve always had a love for the water and teaching but transitioned directly into office work after graduating and struggled to find my “why” and purpose in the roles I was taking on. In 2022, I decided to take a leap of faith and start Fins Up so that I could do something that I love.
Every year families all over suffer tragic pool accidents that could have been prevented by implementing layers of safety. In addition to constant supervision and pool barriers, swim lessons are an additional line of defense to protect your family.
I started Fins Up because I am passionate about teaching water safety while making learning to swim fun. My goal is to equip my students with the confidence and water safety skills needed to master independent swimming and help reduce the risk of a tragic accident for your family.
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Hi, I’m Your Name Here!
Certified through the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instruction (WSI) and CPR/First Aid/AED.
I’m a native Floridian and am the owner and lead instructor of Fins Up Swim School. I’ve always had a love for the water and teaching but transitioned directly into office work after graduating and struggled to find my “why” and purpose in the roles I was taking on. In 2022, I decided to take a leap of faith and start Fins Up so that I could do something that I love.
Every year families all over suffer tragic pool accidents that could have been prevented by implementing layers of safety. In addition to constant supervision and pool barriers, swim lessons are an additional line of defense to protect your family.
I started Fins Up because I am passionate about teaching water safety while making learning to swim fun. My goal is to equip my students with the confidence and water safety skills needed to master independent swimming and help reduce the risk of a tragic accident for your family.
get to know us via insta →
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Choose the Right Swim Program
Most children begin with the self-rescue program before transitioning into these lessons to continue building skills and confidence in the water.
- 20-minute private session
- Focus on confidence, skills, and stroke development
- Flexible scheduling
- 4-6 lesson minimum
$50 per lesson
Stroke Development & Confidence Lessons
ages 6 months - 5 years
Self-Rescue Lessons
A structured self-rescue program designed to teach your child how to respond if they ever reach the water alone. We focus on essential skills like floating, breathing, and safely recovering to a resting position.
- 4-5 weeks (based on each child's progress)
- Mon-Thurs
- 10-minute private sessions
- High frequency schedule for faster learning + strong retention
- Held at private pool in Altamonte Springs
$650 total program cost
Prefer lessons at your home pool?
Travel sessions may be available for an additional fee based on location.
I’m so glad we chose Fins Up for our son! Not only does he look forward to his lessons, but he has learned so much. She gained Ollie’s trust quickly and we felt so comfortable. They are experienced, professional, and the best at what they do. I can’t recommend them enough! Thank you, Fins Up, for giving us the peace of mind of knowing our son has all the tools he needs.
Zamora Family
Lessons begin in April and run through the end of September. Year-round lessons will be considered for those who have access to heated pools.
We currently service homes within 8 miles of Altamonte Springs.
For the self-rescue program, lessons are held Mon-Thurs for 4-6 weeks. The high-frequency schedule helps children learn faster and retain skills more effectively.
For stroke development lessons, scheduling is more flexible and typically takes place 1-2 times per week.
Access to a private or community pool as well as a safe environment for our students and instructors. This includes a comfortable water temperature and a hazard free pool deck.
The American Red Cross has developed water temperature guidelines based on age group and the length of lessons.
Infant/preschool aquatics: ≥89.6º F for 20-30 minutes.
Learn to swim (ages 6- 15): ≥ 84.2º F for 30-45 minutes.
We request individual cancellations be made at least 24 hours in advance. If you or your child feels sick before class please let us know 12 hours in advance. Weather cancellations will be made by your instructor 30-45 minutes prior to the scheduled lesson start time.
Please complete our registration form to request lessons. Once contacted and a confirmed start date/time has been set, an invoice will be sent via email.
