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Hazel Dell, Washington

Swim Lesson Pricing

Starting at $35/class*

Welcoming swimmers of all ages and abilities with group and private lessons available.

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  • Weekday Discounted Pricing
  • 20% Off 2nd Swim a Week
  • Sibling Discount 10% Off
  • 12 FREE Make-Ups Per Year
  • Free Trials
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*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.

Emler Hazel Dell / Vancouver
Address & Hours

8810 NE 5th Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98665
(360) 515-9139
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Monday:
9:00am - 7:45pm

Tuesday:
9:00am - 7:45pm

Wednesday:
4:00pm-7:45pm

Thursday:
4:00pm-7:45pm

Friday:
4:00pm-7:45pm

Saturday:
8:00am-12:15pm

Sunday:
9:00am-12:15pm

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Hazel Dell Swim Lessons

Select a Level below to view and book swim classes.

How Class Levels Work

We’ve developed 11 class levels with 100+ age-appropriate milestones, so every child has a clear, encouraging path forward. Each level builds real safety and skills through proven teaching methods, using songs, games, and guided practice, so kids stay engaged and make steady progress.

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Bathtime Babies Swim Lessons

Littles

Age: 2-35 Months


Adult Participation: Yes

Class Ratio: 6:1*


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Littles program offers three levels designed to grow with your child, starting from their very first splashes to building real water safety skills. Explore Bathtime Babies, Level 1, and Level 2 below to see what’s right for your little swimmer.

Ages: 2-5 Months

Bond with your baby as you enjoy one-on-one pool time while you both learn water safety skills to make bathtime feel more like playtime! Your baby will learn how to pick their head up if they end up face down in the bath and you’ll learn how to use bathtime at home to make your baby feel more comfortable around water all while having fun.

Prerequisites:

  • None
Enroll in Bathtime Babies

Ages: 6-35 Months

Babies and toddlers who are 6 months+ progress into Level 1, where they will begin to learn our unique “Jump, Turn, Swim” methodology which teaches children to turn around in the water and swim back to the edge to safety. Level 1 swimmers also learn how to go underwater for a full 10 seconds, which is the beginning of water safety and swimming.

Prerequisites:

  • None
Enroll in a Level 1 Class

Ages: 24-35 Months

Your child will begin learning more advanced swimming skills such as consistent kicking and independent rescue. By the end of this class, they will be able to kick through the water twice as far as they were able to at the beginning (from 5 feet to 10 feet).

Prerequisites:

  • None
Enroll in a Level 2 Class

Tots

Age: 3 Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1*

Class Length: 30 minutes

Our Tots program is designed just for 3-year-olds, with classes tailored to their age and ability. From Level 3 through Levels 4 and 5, each step builds independence, safety skills, and confidence in the water. Parents cheer from the sidelines while kids learn through fun, play-based instruction.

Kids learn how to kick 5 feet through the water, how to hold their breath for 10 seconds, our “Jump, Turn, Swim” method, and will be introduced to back floating.

Prerequisites:

  • None
Enroll in a Level 3 Class

Our intermediate class teaches children how to kick 12 feet through the water, become more comfortable with backfloating, advance their “Jump, Turn, Swim” safety skills, and begin learning to roll over to breathe on their back.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Kick 5ft through water
  • 10 second breath control
  • Basic comfort with floating
Enroll in a Level 4 Class

Children will leave this class learning how to kick 20 feet through the water, mastering their ability to roll onto their back to breathe, working on breathing as they swim on their stomachs, and becoming independent backfloating.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Kick 12ft through water
  • Comfortable with backfloat
Enroll in a Level 5 Class
Kids Swimming Lessons - Emler Swim School

Kids

Age: 4+ Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1*


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Kids program is built for swimmers ages 4 and up, with small class sizes and levels tailored to their experience. From Level 6 through Levels 7 to 9, children build safety skills, master breath control, and begin learning strokes like freestyle with side breathing. Parents watch proudly from the sidelines as their kids gain strength, confidence, and independence in the water.

No prerequisites are required for this class, making it an ideal starting point. Children will acquire skills such as kicking for a distance of 15 feet, holding their breath for 10 seconds, familiarizing themselves with our “Jump, Turn, Swim” safety method, and initiating the learning of backfloat and freestyle arms.

 

Prerequisites:

  • None
Enroll in a Level 6 Class

In this class, children will independently master swimming with freestyle arms for a distance of 20 feet. They will also progress in refining their “Jump, Turn, Swim” safety skills while perfecting front and rollover breath techniques.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Kick 15ft through water
  • 10 second breath control
  • Comfort with floating on back and front
Enroll in a Level 7 Class

This class focuses on skill advancement. By completing Level 8, your child will have acquired the ability to swim with freestyle arms and perform elementary backstroke for a distance of 30 feet. Additionally, they will commence learning essential techniques such as treading water and incorporating side breaths while swimming.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Freestyle swim 20ft independently
  • Independent front and rollover breath
Enroll in a Level 8 Class

In this advanced class designed for 5-year-olds and older, participants will master swimming competitive freestyle and backstroke across the entire width of the pool.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Freestyle swim 30ft independently with rhythmic side breathing
Enroll in a Level 9 Class
Advanced Swimming Lessons at Emler

Advanced

Age: 6+ Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1*

Class Length: 30 minutes

Our Advanced program is designed for swimmers ages 6 and up who are ready to refine their skills and build endurance. In Levels 10 and 11, children master all four strokes, freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly, while learning the basics of competitive swimming. Graduates advance to our STEALTH swim team, where they focus on speed, technique, and regular swim meets.

Children will master freestyle and backstroke, and will begin to learn the butterfly stroke.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Able to swim competitive freestyle & backstroke
Enroll in a Level 10 Class

Children will continue advancing their skills, mastering butterfly and learning breaststroke. This is the last level before your child is ready to join our swim team!

 

Prerequisites:

  • Mastered freestyle & backstroke
  • Able to swim butterfly
Enroll in a Level 11 Class

As part of our STEALTH Swim Team, your child will build their swimming speed, endurance, and technique, and will regularly compete in meets with other local Emler schools.

 

Prerequisites:

  • Able to swim all 4 strokes (freestyle, backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke)
Enroll in Swim Team Prep

The Emler Difference

Expertly Trained Teachers

30+ hours of training, ongoing coaching, and national support from SwimSure™ pros.

Proven Curriculum

Backed by 100+ million lessons and proven milestones. Safety is our foundation.

Low Student Ratios

More attention per child means faster progress and greater safety.

Discounts

Free trial lessons, multi swim (swim multiple times a week) and sibling discounts available.

90° Heated Pools

Comfortable, indoor pools mean year-round lessons. No weather worries.

12 Free Make-Ups

Life happens! Our flexible scheduling makes swimming fit your family’s routine.

Backed by Champions

Olympic medalists Amanda Beard and Nim Shapira trust our schools. So can you.

Filtration + UV Safety

Water cycles daily through top-tier filtration and UV-C light sanitation, keeping the pool crystal clear and healthy.

Other Swim Options at Emler

Weekly Swim Clinics

We offer swim clinics weekly for children to learn the basics of swimming in a fast-tracked daily program.

Private Lessons

We offer private lessons for children who benefit more from a one-on-one environment and/or to help master specific skills.

Adult Swim Lessons

It’s never too late to learn! Emler Swim School offers encouraging, adult-focused lessons to help you gain confidence in the water, whether you’re overcoming fears, improving technique or just getting started.

Weekly Swim Clinics
Private Lessons
Adult Swim Lessons

Emler Swim School – Vancouver, WA

Emler Swim School is proud to serve families in Vancouver, Hazel Dell, Salmon Creek, Felida, Minnehaha, and surrounding Clark County communities. Our Hazel Dell swim school is conveniently located in the Hazel Dell Towne Center, making it easy for families across Vancouver to access expert swim instruction.

Swim Lessons in Hazel Dell – Vancouver, WA

At Emler Swim School Hazel Dell, we offer year-round swim lessons for every age and stage, from infants as young as two months to school-age kids. Families love our small class sizes, warm indoor pool heated to 90°, and instructors who know how to make swimming both fun and safe.

Programs include:

  • Infant and baby swim lessons in Vancouver, WA

  • Toddler and preschool swim classes

  • Kids swim lessons for school-age children

  • Private swim instruction available

Conveniently Located in Hazel Dell Towne Center

Our Vancouver–Hazel Dell swim school is easy to access from across Clark County. We are located in the Hazel Dell Towne Center on NE Highway 99, close to Salmon Creek Regional Park, Vancouver Lake, and I-5, making weekly swim lessons convenient for busy families.

Address:
Emler Swim School – Hazel Dell
8810 NE 5th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98665

Why Families Choose Emler Swim School Hazel Dell

  • Swim lessons for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kids

  • Indoor pool heated to 90° year-round

  • Certified instructors passionate about safety, fun, and progress

  • Small student-to-teacher ratios for more personalized attention

  • Flexible online scheduling and 12 free makeups per year

  • Convenient location in Hazel Dell Towne Center

Enroll in Swim Lessons Today

Whether you’re searching for baby swim classes in Vancouver, toddler swim lessons near Hazel Dell, or a proven program to support your child’s water safety, Emler Swim School is here for your family.

Register online today to reserve your spot, or call 855-667-8770 with any questions.

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