Infant through Advanced Swimmers
About St. Augustine Swim Academy
At St. Augustine Swim Academy, we guide families through their child’s swim journey with patience, experience, and a safety-first approach. Our instructors focus on steady progress, not speed — helping swimmers feel capable and secure every step of the way.
Safety-first instruction
Certified, experienced instructors
Small class sizes
Inclusive, adaptive support
Inclusivity
We believe the water is for everyone.
Our programs are designed to welcome children and adults of all abilities, including those with special needs, sensory sensitivities, or fears of the water. We take a patient, individualized approach, adapting each lesson to meet every swimmer’s comfort level and learning style. Whether it’s overcoming anxiety, building trust step by step, or celebrating milestones big and small, our goal is to create a safe, supportive space where every swimmer feels seen, encouraged, and empowered to succeed.
Kayla, WSI Trainer
Meet Our Founder
Kayla is the Founder & Co-Owner of St. Augustine Swim Academy and a certified swim instructor with over 13 years of experience teaching children and adults how to swim. Her passion for the water began as a competitive swimmer at a young age and grew stronger during her time as a lifeguard and instructor at the University of Florida.
Those early experiences shaped her dedication to water safety, skill development, and creating a welcoming environment for swimmers of all abilities. Kayla believes swimming is more than a life-saving skill—it’s a source of confidence, joy, and lifelong connection. She is proud to share her knowledge and love for the water with every swimmer who joins the academy.
Meet Our Team
Discover the Instructors Making Waves
Our goal is to ensure that every child or adult leaves the pool feeling proud, empowered, and connected to the water in a way that will serve them for years to come.
Stella
Maureen
Kelly
Kayla
Testimonials
“We’ve had a great experience with Swim Academy. My daughter has progressed with all her strokes and feels very confident in the water. The coaches are patient and supportive, which makes for a really positive environment. Highly recommend!”
Let’s find the right path for your swimmer.
