Emler Swim School of Wexford, Pennsylvania

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Wexford, Pennsylvania

Swim Lesson Pricing

Group Lessons Starting at $42/class*

Private Lessons Starting at $90/class*

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

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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.

12047 Perry Hwy
Wexford, PA 15090

Interested in lessons at Emler Swim School of Wexford, Pennsylvania? Fill out the form below and we’ll contact you with details!

Monday:
2:00pm-8:00pm


Tuesday:
2:00pm-8:00pm

Wednesday:
9:00am-8:00pm

Thursday:
9:00am-6:30pm

Friday:
Closed

Saturday:
8:00am-1:00pm

Sunday:
8:00am-1:00pm

2026 Planned Closures:

Sunday, April 5, 2026

Thursday, November 26, 2026 – Friday, November 27, 2026

Thursday, December 24, 2026 -Friday, December 25, 2026

Thursday, December 31, 2026 -Friday, January 1. 2027

Wexford, Pennsylvania - Swim Lessons

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What’s Your Swimmer’s Level?

Not sure where to start?
Use our quick assessment to find the swim level that’s right for your child.

It only takes a minute, promise.

How Our Swim Levels Work

Our 11 SwimSure™ levels include 100+ age-appropriate milestones that guide your child’s progress in the water.

Each level builds water safety and swim skills through proven teaching methods that keep kids engaged while making steady progress.

Bathtime Babies Swim Lessons
Bathtime Babies is free all summer long

Bathtime Babies

Age: 2-5 Months


Adult Participation: Yes

Class Ratio: 10:1


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Bathtime Babies class is the perfect first step to introduce infants to the water.

  • Water comfort

  • Bonding with parent

  • Early acclimation

  • Sensory exploration

N/A

Toddler Swim Lessons at Emler Swim School

Toddlers

Age: 6-35 Months


Adult Participation: Yes

Class Ratio: 6:1*

Class Length: 30 minutes

Our Toddler courses are divided into three different levels; full descriptions and links to each level are below:

Age: 6-16 Months

Adult Participation: Yes

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Water comfort

  • Bonding with parent

  • Go underwater for 5-7 seconds

  • Assisted backfloat

  • Assisted rollover

  • Safety skills

Age: 16-35 Months

Adult Participation: Yes

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Go underwater and swim for 8-10 sec.
  • Assisted safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)
  • Independently stand and walk in the water
  • Assisted rollover

Age: 24-35 Months

Adult Participation: Parent on deck

Class Ratio: 4:1

Prerequisites: Completion of Level 1B skills

Class Goal:

  • Kick 10′ independently
  • Backfloat independently (10 seconds)
  • Independent rollover
  • Independent JTS
  • Maintain 8-10 seconds breath control
Preschool Swim Lessons - Emler Swim School

Preschool

Age: 3 Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Preschool courses are divided into three different levels; full descriptions and links to each level are below:

Prerequisites: None

Class Goal:

  • Comfort/Bonding
  • Go underwater for 8-10 sec.
  • Kick independently, 5’
  • Independent glide
  • Backfloat independently, 10 sec.
  • Independent rollover
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

Prerequisites:

  • Completion of Level 1B or Level 3 skills

 

Class Goal:

  • Independent face-in kick with kickboard, 10’
  • Independent back kick with kickboard, 10’
  • Assisted underwater paddles
  • Assisted rollover breath
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

Prerequisites:

  • Completion of Level 4 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent face-in streamline kick, 12’
  • Independent back kick, 12’
  • Independent underwater paddles
  • Independent rollover breath
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim and Roll-to-Backfloat)
  • Assisted elementary backstroke
Kids Swimming Lessons - Emler Swim School

Kids

Age: 4+ Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1


Class Length: 30 mins

Our Kids courses are divided into four different levels; full descriptions and links to book classes in each level are below:

Prerequisites: None

 

Class Goal:

  • Comfort & Bonding
  • Go underwater for 8-10 sec.
  • Kick independently, 10’
  • Independent glide
  • Backfloat independently, 10 sec.
  • Independent rollover
  • Independent safety skill (Jump-Turn-Swim or Roll-to-Backfloat)

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:

  • Independent side kick with breath, 15’
  • Independent freestyle arms with side breath, 15’
  • Independent elementary backstroke, 15’
  • Independent Jump-Turn-Swim
  • Independent treading water, 30 sec.

Prerequisites:

  • Completion of Level 8 skills

 

Class Goal:

  • Independent unilateral freestyle, 20’
  • Independent bilateral freestyle, 20’
  • Independent backstroke, 20’
  • Independent side kick on back
  • Independent treading water, 45 sec.
  • Proper starts and finishes
Advanced Swimming Lessons at Emler

Advanced

Age: 5+ Years


Adult Participation: No

Class Ratio: 4:1*

Class Length: 30 mins*

Our Advanced courses are divided into three different levels; full descriptions and links to book classes in each level are below:

Prerequisites: Completion of Level 9 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent competitive freestyle
  • Independent competitive backstroke
  • Independent butterfly kick
  • Independent breaststroke kick
  • Proper starts and finishes

Prerequisites:

  • Completion of Level 10 skills

Class Goal:

  • Independent competitive butterfly
  • Independent competitive breaststroke
  • Independent competitive freestyle
  • Independent competitive backstroke
  • Proper starts and finishes

Class Ratio: 10:1

Class Length: 60 mins

Prerequisites: Completion of Level 11 skills

Class Goals:

  • Refine technique in all strokes
  • Build stamina
  • Participate in swim school meets

The Emler Difference

50 Years

Of swim instruction excellence

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 a Champion

Olympic medalist Amanda Beard trusts 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.

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Private Lessons

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

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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.

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Weekly Swim Clinics
Private Lessons
Adult Swim Lessons

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Swim Lessons in Wexford, PA for Infants, Toddlers, and Kids

Looking for swim lessons in Wexford? Emler Swim School is proud to bring our award-winning swim program to families throughout Wexford and Pittsburgh’s North Hills. Whether you’re introducing your baby to the water, helping your preschooler build confidence, or preparing an older child to become a stronger swimmer, our proven curriculum helps children develop lifelong water safety skills in a fun, encouraging environment. Our Wexford instructors are certified in water safety and child development, and have collectively taught thousands of students across Wexford and the surrounding communities.

Our Wexford swim school serves families from Wexford, Cranberry Township, Franklin Park, McCandless, Pine Township, Marshall Township, Bradford Woods, Gibsonia, and the surrounding North Hills communities. Conveniently located for busy families, we’re proud to provide year-round swim lessons in our warm, 90-degree indoor pool.

A Swim School Built Around Safety and Confidence
At Emler Swim School, every lesson is designed with one goal in mind: helping children become safer, more confident swimmers. Our SwimSure™ curriculum combines over 50 years of teaching experience with a proven progression that helps swimmers develop skills step by step.

Children learn in small classes with highly trained instructors who provide individualized attention while creating a positive, encouraging atmosphere. Every class emphasizes water safety, proper technique, and building confidence at each stage of development.

Swim Lessons for Every Age
We offer swim lessons for every stage of your child’s journey, including:

Parent & Baby Swim Lessons (2-36 months)
Preschool Swim Lessons (3 years)
Kids Swim Lessons (ages 4+)
Advanced Swim Lessons
Private Swim Lessons
Adult Swim Lessons
Weekly Swim Clinics
Whether your child is experiencing the water for the first time or refining advanced strokes, we’ll help them continue progressing at a pace that’s right for them.

Serving Families Throughout Pittsburgh’s North Hills
Families choose Wexford because it’s known for excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and an active family lifestyle. Whether you spend weekends exploring North Park, cheering on youth sports, or enjoying the many parks and community events throughout the area, swimming is an essential life skill that complements every family’s lifestyle. Wexford is served primarily by the highly regarded North Allegheny and Pine-Richland school districts, making it one of the Pittsburgh area’s most family-focused communities.

We’re proud to help local families gain confidence in and around the water while making swim lessons one of the highlights of their week.

Why Families Choose Emler Swim School
For more than 50 years, families have trusted Emler Swim School to teach children how to swim with confidence. Our instructors complete extensive training, classes remain small to maximize individual attention, and our year-round indoor facility provides a comfortable learning environment every season.

Parents appreciate our structured curriculum, consistent progress updates, and supportive instructors who celebrate every milestone, from first bubbles to confident, independent swimming.

If you’re searching for swim lessons in Wexford, PA, we’d love to welcome your family and help your child discover the confidence that comes with learning to swim.

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