Aqua-Tots Swim Lessons in Costa Mesa, CA: 50% off your first month when you enroll 2+ days a week
Location
2200 Harbor Blvd., Ste. P120
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Hours of Operation
Monday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 8:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 8:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 2:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 2:30pm
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: $30/Child; $60/Family
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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 Costa Mesa
In the heart of Costa Mesa’s vibrant community, Aqua-Tots offers year-round swim lessons to families in Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Tustin and Santa Ana, and nearby neighborhoods like Mesa Verde, South Coast Metro. Located on Harbor Blvd, our indoor, heated pool makes lessons comfortable in every season. Costa Mesa parents often share how quickly swimmers progress, and our school has been voted Best Swim Class by Parenting OC Magazine five years in a row.
Small Class Sizes
With a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, Aqua-Tots Costa Mesa offers small class sizes for individualized attention. This supportive, focused environment helps children in the Costa Mesa area feel comfortable, progress steadily, and build confidence in the water at their own pace.
Convenience and Comfort for Families
We make swim lessons easy with flexible scheduling, Saturday and Sunday 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 Costa Mesa location.
Lessons for All Ages and Abilities
Our curriculum, taught by our friendly and highly trained Costa Mesa 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.
Meet Our Costa Mesa Team
At Aqua-Tots Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa
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S.N.A.P. Program: Adaptive Swim Lessons in Costa Mesa
Aqua-Tots Costa Mesa 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.
Aqua-Tots Events
At Aqua-Tots Costa Mesa, we’re more than a swim school; we’re a community! We host an annual Safer Swimmer Event to teach both children and adults the importance of year-round water safety. This event offers fun, family-friendly activities and a place for little swimmers and parents to make new friends!
Community Safety Partnerships
Aqua-Tots is committed to increasing water safety awareness. We partner with The Jasper Ray Foundation and Every Child a Swimmer to provide swim scholarships to Costa Mesa families. Together, we help families raise safer, more confident kids in Costa Mesa.
Family-Friendly Attractions near Aqua-Tots Costa Mesa
We are conveniently located near South Coast Plaza. 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 Mile Square Regional Park, Cafe Gratitude and The Lab. Perfect places to celebrate your child's most recent swim achievement!
An Award-Winning Swim School Brand
Aqua-Tots is proud to be recognized as an industry leader in swim instruction, named Entrepreneur’s Top 10 Children’s Franchises in 2025, Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchises. With more than 35 years of experience and over five million swim lessons taught each year, families in Costa Mesa trust our proven approach to water safety and swim education.
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