Goldfish Swim School – Naperville

We have been in attendance on and off for about a year and I couldn’t be happier! All the instructors are amazing with kids, take their time with each one and tells exactly what the kids need to work on to be better swimmers. Because of my son’s schedule we have had to reschedule a few times and they have been more than amazing on getting the classes re booked.

My family and I went here on a Saturday morning for a trial class and we weren’t very impressed. We were greeted but it definitely didn’t seem sincere and then when asked for a tour of the facility we said yes but the girl just came from around the corner took a couple of steps and just pointed around. So once we got towards the way back we had to figure things out ourselves. They should have walked us around and really showed us the beautiful facility that you guys do have! When it came to the actual swim lesson class we could barely hear the instructor (we had to ask a few times what we had to do next) and the instructor didn’t seem too thrilled to have a new trial in the class. After the swim lesson we had to wait for a changing room which is difficult if you have multiple children with you. It was our first time there and I feel like they should have ‘WOW’ed us but it was the opposite. We decided on bear paddle instead because they really seemed sincere for wanting us to attend swim lessons there.

Best place for children to learn swimming, host birthday parties and master swimming techniques. The staff are professional, friendly and it is very CLEAN environment. Will recommend this place to all.

This is an excellent facility with caring instructors and an uncomplicated effort to provide the children with the best instruction within the best schedules. Its all positive reinforcing of lessons. What’s more to like? The customer service is key and I feel like the true concern is to assist your child in learning to swim. Keep up the great work and thanks for taking care of our children :)

My daughter who is 4, has attended this swim school since April. The instructors are nice, the class sizes are super small for more one on one, the facility is clean. If your thinking about a swim school check this one out. I pay 80 a month for one day a week ½ hour class. Might seam like a lot but its well worth it due to the class size.

My kids (5 and 3) have been attending Goldfish for 6 months and we could not be happier. While they do have amazing swim instructors I have been particularly impressed with their customer service. They go above and beyond to make sure that my kids get their lesson in every week and have a great time. I’ve had to reschedule a few times (once even for completely forgetting to show up) and they always make it happen, no questions asked! Other facilities in the area require a doctors note in order to miss and reschedule a lesson (crazy!). I’ve also mistakingly shown up at the wrong time and no problem, they found a class for my kiddos. I certainly don’t recommend being late or missing, but great to know that when life is tough with little ones, Goldfish is super understanding.
I also love that I can watch my kids lessons from behind the glass instead of sitting on the pool deck (again like another facility) I have a crawling baby and it would be hell to have to monitor her from falling in while the older ones swim. Through in the free wifi and I’m a super happy mommy!

We have been part of the Goldfish family for over a year now and only have wonderful things to say. It’s amazing watching what our daughter can do in the water. We also recently had a party here as well. Everyone was very nice and helpful. A fun time was had by all and we received many compliments about how much fun everyone had.

My daughter was finally old enough to enroll in swimming. Being new parents, my wife and I were hesitant at first taking our [then] 4 month old to swim classes, but after reading the reviews and speaking with the staff, we took the plunge (get it?) and went to the first swim class for our daughter.
I can honestly say this place blew us away. The theme throughout is very kid-​friendly, clean and open. The staff is very professional, friendly, and understanding.
As for the class, we go once a week for 30 minutes.
The class size is small, probably 3 – 5 other parents and their little ones. The class itself is very helpful. We learn kicking and pulling with our arms, familiarity with going under water, familiarity flipping onto your back and floating, learning how to grab the side and crawl out, all through games and songs and all very helpful tasks for babies in the pool.
The best part is our daughter loves it. She has a smile on her face the whole time (except her shocked face when she goes under water) and is just a very happy baby.
We absolutely recommend you take your child here!

I am increasing the stars, the owner Rand is wonderful. He has made sure all my concerns are addressed. Highly recommend talking directly to the owner in case of any issues.

We were beyond impressed with Goldfish Swim School.
My kids loved their instructors. We’ve done park district swim lessons and I can say that Goldfish blows them away. My kids learned so much more from them!
The facility is always clean, the staff is always nice and willing to work with you, and I can only highly recommend swimming lessons here.

We have been with Goldfish Swim School since their opening and have been impressed consistently with the quality and patience of the instructors. We have a 3 year old and a 5 year old who each had their own challenges initially — our son had never been without a parent in the pool with him and our daughter is cautious with new people by her nature. Nathan worked with our son and simply hung out with him for 30 minutes, slowly moving into the water my son got more comfortable. Week 2 resulted in more comfort and by week 3, our son was a fan.
Jamie was great with our daughter — adapting to her skill set and personality while managing a host of students with a variety of skill levels.
The school is clearly getting more popular as the word is out on the quality of the school and facilities. My only suggestions for improvements (and rationale for a 4 star rating) is the showers are nearly always out of soap, the hair dryers have gone through periods of not giving off heat (in their defense, these things are put through torture), and the changing rooms get full between classes and can result in a parent of a slower moving child (or multiple children) having to wait with soaking kiddos.

We love Goldfish Swim School!
I just wanted to give big props to two of the best swim teachers: Nathan & Phable. First of all, my son is in Nathan’s Junior 2 class. He started with Nathan last Fall and he shows so much patience with my son. He has a very calm and positive teaching style which I know my son responds to. As parents, my husband and appreciate his passion and positivity.
I also wanted to thank Phable for going above and beyond these last two weeks. My son was having two tough weeks. Last week Nathan had a sub for the first time since he was his student. So my son didn’t take that change very well. He cried and cried. Phable, acting as the deck supervisor, jumped in the pool to help calm my son down. She even proceeded to give him a ‘one-​on-​one’ session until he stopped crying. This past Monday, he was upset again and Phable saved the day again by helping to calm him down.
Honestly, we have been so pleased by the positive environment the entire Goldfish staff has provided. Thank you for helping my kids get more comfortable with the water.
Cheers!

What a great facility! My 3 year old started swim lessons and loves it. The instructors are very knowledgeable and patient. I have witnessed many high fives and smiles exchanged between everyone in the pool. I have a younger son and was worried about how he would behave during his older brother’s lessons, but there is plenty to keep him busy. They have a cool fish and turtle tank, toys and very safe environment to explore when not in the pool. Can’t say enough about this swim school, it’s wonderful!

I was here for a birthday party and although Goldfish claims to use a salt water system, chlorine was clearly used. There was a strong chlorine smell when we entered the water, and long after we left.

I love this place! the employees feel like family, very kind, patient, and professional! I have a 7 yr old & 9 yr old & both are very happy w/​their lessons. Also, they let you make-​up several missed classes unlike other swim places that only allow 1 make-up.They want to hear any concerns & are genuinely invested in our children’s progress. Goldfish & it’s employees have a way of making children feel like they have accomplished something even if they didn’t have the best day. I really like that parents are behind the glass of the pool area instead of in the steamy room w/​the kids (my hair appreciates it as well)!. I highly recommend Goldfish swim. It is also very clean & neat!