2026 Planned Closures:
Sunday, April 05, 2026
Thursday, November 26, 2026 - Friday, November 27, 2026
Thursday December 24, 2026 - Friday, December 25, 2026
Thursday, December 31, 2026 - Friday, January 2, 2027
Welcoming swimmers of all ages and abilities with group and private lessons available.
Swim More. Save More.
*The starting price per lesson is based on weekday classes. Enrollment is ongoing and lessons are billed automatically each month until you submit a withdrawal request. A 30-day notice is required to stop billing.
Select a Level below to view and book swim classes.
Use our specialized assessment tool to determine what swim lessons level your child should be enrolled in.
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We’ve developed 11 SwimSure™ levels with over 100 age-appropriate milestones, giving every child a clear, encouraging path forward. Each level builds real safety and confidence through proven teaching methods that use songs, games, and guided practice, keeping kids engaged while they make steady progress.
Age: 2-5 Months
Adult Participation: Yes
Class Ratio: 6:1
Class Length: 30 mins
Splish, splash, it all starts in the bath!
This gentle parent-and-baby swim lesson introduces early water comfort and safety skills, helping babies gain confidence and prepare for future swim classes.
Children under 3 must wear two washable, reusable swim pants.
Water comfort
Bonding with parent
Early acclimation
Sensory exploration
N/A
Age: 6-35 Months
Adult Participation: Yes
Class Ratio: 4:1
Class Length: 30 minutes
Our Toddler Swim Program helps little ones grow from playful splashes to confident swimmers. Through songs, games, and gentle guidance, they build comfort, safety, and independence in the water.
Age: 6-16 Months
Adult Participation: Yes
Prerequisites: None
Class Goal:
Age: 16-35 Months
Adult Participation: Yes
Prerequisites: None
Class Goal:
Age: 24-35 Months
Adult Participation: Parent on deck
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 1B skills
Class Goal:
Age: 3 Years
Adult Participation: No
Class Ratio: 4:1
Class Length: 30 mins
Our Preschool Swim Program helps young swimmers build water confidence and independence. Through songs, games, and gentle instruction, kids learn early safety skills like gliding, floating, and rolling over, all while having fun in a safe, supportive setting.
Prerequisites: None
Class Goal:
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 1B or Level 3 skills
Class Goal:
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 4 skills
Class Goal:
Age: 4+ Years
Adult Participation: No
Class Ratio: 4:1
Class Length: 30 mins
Our Kids Swim Levels focus on developing strong, safe swimming skills through structured practice and encouragement. Swimmers build endurance, refine technique, and gain confidence in every lesson as they progress toward full independence in the water.
Prerequisites: None
Class Goal:
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 6 skills
Class Goal:
Independent face-in streamline kick, 12’
Independent streamline back kick, 12’
Assisted side kick
Independent underwater paddles
Independent rollover breath
Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim and Roll-to-Backfloat)
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 7 skills
Class Goal:
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 8 skills
Class Goal:
Age: 5+ Years
Adult Participation: No
Class Ratio: 4:1
Class Length: 30 minutes
Our Advanced Swim Program is for confident swimmers ready to refine technique and prepare for swim team or competitive skills. With a focus on stroke development, endurance, and proper starts and finishes, swimmers strengthen both ability and confidence.
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 9 skills
Class Goal:
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 10 skills
Class Goal:
Class Ratio: 10:1
Prerequisites:
Completion of Level 11 skills
Class Goals:
Of swim instruction excellence
Backed by 100+ million lessons and proven milestones. Safety is our foundation.
More attention per child means faster progress and greater safety.
Free trial lessons, multi swim (swim multiple times a week) and sibling discounts available.
Comfortable, indoor pools mean year-round lessons. No weather worries.
Life happens! Our flexible scheduling makes swimming fit your family’s routine.
Olympic medalist Amanda Beard trusts our schools. So can you.
Water cycles daily through top-tier filtration and UV-C light sanitation, keeping the pool crystal clear and healthy.
We offer swim clinics weekly for children to learn the basics of swimming in a fast-tracked daily program.
We offer private lessons for children who benefit more from a one-on-one environment and/or to help master specific skills.
Welcome to NJSwim Lakeside. Looking for swim lessons in Landing or the Lake Hopatcong area? NJSwim Lakeside, part of the Emler Swim School family, offers warm-water, year-round swim instruction for infants, toddlers, kids, and adults. Our Landing location sits right on Lakeside Boulevard near beautiful Lake Hopatcong, making it easy and convenient for families across the area.
Families from Landing, Lake Hopatcong, Mount Arlington, Hopatcong, Netcong, and Stanhope choose NJSwim Lakeside for its proven curriculum, welcoming environment, and trusted instructors.
Swim Programs for Every Age & Stage
NJSwim Lakeside provides a complete progression of swim programs that help swimmers build confidence and strong water skills:
Small class ratios and consistent, caring instruction help each swimmer progress at a comfortable pace.
Why Families Choose NJSwim Lakeside
NJSwim Lakeside — proudly part of Emler Swim School, where confident swimmers begin.
