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Aqua-Tots Swim Lessons in McAllen, TX

Location
4901 W. Expressway 83, Ste. 110
McAllen, TX 78503
Hours of Operation
Monday
9:00am - 1:00pm 2:30pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 1:00pm 2:30pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 1:00pm 2:30pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 1:00pm 2:30pm - 8:00pm
Friday
2:30pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday
11:00am - 1:00pm

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.
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Group Lessons

4:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

$24/LESSON*
billed at $104/mo

Semi-Private Lessons

2:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

$41/LESSON*
billed at $177.67/mo

Private Lessons

1:1 Student-to-Instructor Ratio

$54/LESSON*
billed at $234/mo
Annual Registration Fee: $35/Child or $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.

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Why Choose Aqua-Tots South McAllen
Since 2013, Aqua-Tots South McAllen has served families in McAllen, Mission, Pharr, and beyond. Located on the frontage road of W Expressway 83 near the McAllen Convention Center and Sharyland Crossing, we offer year-round swim lessons in a heated indoor pool. Families enjoy small classes, flexible scheduling, evening and Saturday options, a welcoming staff, Wi-Fi, and convenient parking.
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Progression Tracking
South McAllen parents can stay connected through the Aqua-Tots mobile app, making it easy to track skill development, view level progress, and manage lesson schedules. This convenient tool helps families stay informed and engaged throughout their child’s swim journey.
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Small Classes, Big Results
With a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, Aqua-Tots South McAllen offers small class sizes for individualized attention. This supportive, focused environment helps children in the South McAllen area feel comfortable, progress steadily, and build confidence in the water at their own pace.
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Trusted Worldwide, Rooted in McAllen
Our curriculum is trusted worldwide, but our commitment is to McAllen. We engage in continual training to stay updated on the latest water safety innovations while staying rooted in our community. We're your neighbor, dedicated to making South McAllen families safer in and near water.
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Meet Our South McAllen Team
At Aqua-Tots South McAllen, 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 South McAllen, 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.

Erin

General Manager
Erin grew up in California and earned her BA from UCSB. She moved here in 2019. She has always loved the water, for both exercise and stress relief. When her son was born, water safety became a priority for her family, so she enrolled him in classes here. She became an “Aqua Tots Mom” before she became an Aqua Tots employee! She prides herself in curating a space and staff that is inclusive, helpful, kind and fun.

Valeria

Aquatics Manager
Valeria is passionate about water safety and helping children discover their love for water. She has four years of experience as a swim instructor and lifeguard, with a background in competitive swimming on her high school team. She is a student at STC, majoring in kinesiology and looking to pursue a career in physical therapy.

Local Happenings at Aqua-Tots South McAllen

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S.N.A.P. Program: Adaptive Swim Lessons in South McAllen

Aqua-Tots South McAllen 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 South McAllen, we’re more than a swim school; we’re a community! We host an Annual Swim Meet of Champions in the fall. During the spring and summer, we offer our popular Fast Track classes, perfect for increased consistency and progression. These events offer fun, family-friendly activities and a place for little swimmers and parents to make new friends!

Family-Friendly Attractions near Aqua-Tots South McAllen

We are conveniently located near McAllen Convention Center and La Plaza Mall, which hold exciting cultural events and concerts, as well as some of the city’s best dining options, including Mori, The Yard House, Saltgrass, Chilis, Chipotle, Chick-Fil-A, Casa Madre, Texas de Brazil and many, many more!

Water Safety Presentations

Aqua-Tots South McAllen is committed to increasing access to water safety education for children. Each year, we attend local preschools, where we love to do Water Safety Presentations. In addition, we participate regularly with schools in McAllen, Mission, Sharyland and PSJA ISD, where we love to have booths during career days!

Community Partnership

Aqua-Tots is committed to increasing water safety awareness. We partner with McAllen Public Library, where we join in many fun and educational family events. Together, we help families raise safer, more confident kids in South McAllen.