Preston Forest, Texas

Swim Lesson Pricing

Group Lessons Starting at $35/class*

Private Lessons Starting at $75/class*

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

*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. A $35 anniversary fee is due at the time of enrollment.

**Sibling discount applies for the first 3 months of lessons.

11909 Preston Road, Ste. #1422
Dallas, TX 75230

Monday:
12:00pm - 7:00pm

Tuesday:
11:00am - 7:30pm

Wednesday:
9:00am - 7:00pm

Thursday:
12:00pm - 7:00pm

Friday:
Closed

Saturday:
8:30am - 1:00pm

Sunday:
8:30am - 2:00pm

2026 Planned Closures:

Sunday, April 05, 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

Preston Forest - Dallas, TX Swim Lessons

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What’s Your Swimmer’s Level?

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Use our quick assessment to find the swim level that’s right for your child.

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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 - baby swim lessons at Emler Swim School
Bathtime Babies classes are free*

Bathtime Babies

Age: 2-5 Months


Adult Participation: Yes

Class Ratio: 15:1


Class Length: 30 mins

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

 

*Registration fee still applies. 

  • Water comfort

  • Bonding with parent

  • Early acclimation

  • Sensory exploration

N/A

Swimming Lessons for Toddlers 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: 17-35 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 offered by 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 Swim Lessons at 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 Swim Lessons at Emler Swim School

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

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

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.

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Emler Swim School – Dallas (Preston Hollow)

Emler Swim School has been a trusted partner for families across Preston Hollow, North Dallas, University Park, Highland Park, and Lake Highlands. Our Preston Forest swim school, located in the heart of the Preston Hollow neighborhood, provides year-round swim lessons that help children of all ages gain confidence, build lifesaving water safety skills, and enjoy swimming in a safe, welcoming environment.

Emler Swim School has two convenient Dallas locations. Families can choose the location that works best for their schedule while enjoying the same proven Emler swim instruction at both.

Swim Lessons in Dallas – Preston Forest (Preston Hollow)

At our Preston Forest location in Preston Hollow, we offer swim programs designed for every age group. Families love our small class sizes, warm indoor pool heated to 90°, and caring instructors who make lessons fun and engaging.

Programs include:
Infant and baby swim lessons in Dallas, TX
Toddler and preschool swim classes
Kids swim lessons for school-age children
Private swim instruction available

Conveniently Located at Preston Rd. & Forest Ln. in Preston Hollow

Emler Swim School Dallas – Preston Forest is easy to reach for families throughout Preston Hollow and North Dallas. Our school is located near Medical City Dallas, Northaven Trail, and the Galleria Dallas, making it convenient for busy families.

Address:
Emler Swim School – Dallas (Preston Forest)
11909 Preston Rd., Ste. #1422, Dallas, TX 75230

Why Families Choose Emler Swim School Dallas – Preston Forest
Serving Preston Hollow and Dallas-area families since 2005
Swim lessons for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kids
Indoor pool heated to 90° year-round
Experienced instructors who love working with children
Small student-to-teacher ratios for personal attention
A second Dallas location at Walnut Hill for added scheduling flexibility

Enroll in Swim Lessons Today
We welcome new swimmers year-round and place each child in the class that best matches their skill level. With low ratios, our instructors ensure steady progress and celebrate every milestone.

Register online today or call us at (972) 851-7946 with any questions.

Swim Lessons in Preston Hollow, Dallas

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