Aqua-Tots Swim Lessons in Barcroft Plaza, VA
Location
6349 Columbia Pike Suite A
Falls Church, VA 22041
Hours of Operation
Monday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 8:00pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
8:30am - 2:00pm
Sunday
8:30am - 2:00pm
Swim Pricing & Perks
Flexible Scheduling & Make-up Lessons
Evening & Weekend Availability
Progress Tracking on the Aqua-Tots App
Sibling Discounts
Our 30-minute swim lessons are geared for swimmers 4 months to 12 years old.
Annual Registration Fee: $50/Family*Price per lesson reflects monthly tuition averaged over 52 weeks (based on one visit per week).
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Frequently
Asked Questions
We begin teaching children to swim as young as four months old, but if your child is older than that, go ahead and start now—there’s always time to learn! The proven Aqua-Tots curriculum is designed to teach children of all ages and abilities how to become safe and confident swimmers for life.
Swim lessons at Aqua-Tots last 30 minutes. We’ve found this to be the ideal length of time that young children can focus while still having fun.
Our small group swim lessons at Aqua-Tots have a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio. This ensures a safe and social environment for your child to learn to swim.
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Why Choose Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza
Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza provides year-round swim lessons designed to help children build confidence and water safety skills. Located at Columbia Pike and Lincolnian Rd, we proudly serve families from Annandale, Baileys Crossroads, and Alexandria. Serving families since April 2023, our school is open seven days a week and features a warm indoor pool, small class sizes, free Wi-Fi, and comfortable viewing areas. Families also enjoy the convenience of the Aqua-Tots App for easy class scheduling.
Small Class Sizes, Big Confidence
Our small class sizes, with a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio, allow our friendly, expert Barcroft Plaza instructors to focus on each swimmer’s unique needs. This personalized approach helps children feel supported, build confidence, and make steady progress in a safe, encouraging environment.
Lessons for Every Stage
Our curriculum, taught by our friendly and highly trained instructors, is thoughtfully designed for children of all abilities, from infants as young as four months to independent swimmers up to age 12. Each level builds on the last, helping swimmers progress safely at their own pace.
Convenience and Comfort for Families
We make swim lessons easy with flexible scheduling, weekend classes, make-up lessons, and an easy-to-use app for progress tracking. Families can enjoy sibling discounts, special community perks, free Wi-Fi, and plenty of parking at our convenient Barcroft Plaza location.
Meet Our Barcroft Plaza Team
At Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza, our team is our family, and we're excited to introduce them to you. Our amazing managers and friendly front desk staff are here to assist your family and show you what the Aqua-Tots experience is all about. Whether you have questions about our program, need help scheduling lessons and make-up lessons or just want to say hi, our team is ready to serve you. At Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza, our certified instructors are excited to welcome your child into the pool. With 40+ hours of in-classroom and in-water training, they are well-equipped to teach your child everything they need to know to become a safe and confident swimmer for life. The proven Aqua-Tots curriculum is used all over the world to teach more than five million swim lessons every year.
Local Happenings at Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza
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Gift Cards Now Available
Aqua-Tots gift cards are the perfect gift for any occasion! Use them on lessons and merch at any location throughout the U.S. or Canada.
Get a Free Trial Lesson
Experience Aqua-Tots before you jump in! Reserve your free swim lesson today.
Aqua-Tots Events
At Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza, we’re more than a swim school; we’re a community! We host Water Safety Week, Spring Splash Blast and Fall Festival. These events offer fun, family-friendly activities and a place for little swimmers and parents to make new friends!
We Offer Sibling Discounts
Looking to enroll multiple children in swim lessons? Keep all of your precious kiddos swimming safely together and save with our sibling discounts! Gain the peace of mind that comes from knowing that all of your children are learning how to stay safe in and around water.
An Award-Winning Swim School Brand
Aqua-Tots is proud to be recognized as an industry leader in swim instruction, named to Entrepreneur’s Top 10 Children’s Franchises in 2025 and Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchises. With more than 35 years of experience and over five million swim lessons taught each year, families in Barcroft Plaza trust our proven approach to water safety and swim education.
S.N.A.P. Program: Adaptive Swim Lessons in Barcroft Plaza
Aqua-Tots Barcroft offers S.N.A.P. (Students Needing Adaptive Programming) for children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, deafness, or blindness. One-on-one instruction with tailored goals in a safe environment helps every child build confidence and water safety skills.
Family-Friendly Attractions near Aqua-Tots Barcroft Plaza
We are conveniently located near Harris Teeter Shopping Center. After lessons you can grab a meal or shop for clothes, making it easy to incorporate swim lessons into your daily routine. Family friendly destinations nearby include Jake’s Ice Cream, Mason District Park and Crossroads Place. Perfect places to celebrate your child's most recent swim achievement!
Community Partner: Scottish Rite Hospital for Children
Aqua-Tots Swim School is proud to partner with Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, bringing together two trusted leaders committed to improving children’s health, safety, and development. This collaboration aims to expand access to water safety education and supportive resources for families, combining Aqua-Tots’ expertise in swim instruction with Scottish Rite’s renowned pediatric care and specialized programs.
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
At Aqua-Tots, we’re all about helping kids stay safe, confident, and smiling in the water, and we love partnering with brands that bring that same joy. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids! From cool themed chairs to movies and a stress-free vibe, it’s a haircut experience your kids will actually look forward to. Safe swimmers plus happy haircuts means a win for the whole family!
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