Swim lessons for kids ages 5 to 12 in Gilbert, Mesa, and Chandler.

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Why EVO Is the Swim School for Kids Families Trust

Five classes for one age range.

Most swim schools push every kid through one or two levels. EVO has Seal, Sea Lion, Porpoise, Dolphin, and Advanced Stroke for this age group, each with a specific focus.

Small groups across every level.

Entry-level classes cap at 4:1. Intermediate classes cap at 4:1. Even Advanced Stroke, which mirrors competitive training, holds a structured group format.

Year-round, indoor pools.

No outdoor cancellations, no seasonal breaks. Swimming classes Mesa and Gilbert families can plan around.
AGES 5–12

Five Classes for Ages 5 to 12

EVO's pathway for this age range covers everything from late-beginner skills to competitive prep.

Entry-Level • 4:1 Ratio

Seal

For 5 and 6-year-olds new to independent swimming, or older kids without pool experience. Covers efficient swimming, rolling to breathe, and water survival skills.

$114/month
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Intermediate • 4:1 Ratio

Sea Lion

The first stroke class. Kids learn freestyle, breathing timing, and underwater confidence while building strong swimming habits.

$114/month
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Intermediate • 4:1 Ratio

Porpoise

Refining freestyle, learning side breathing and backstroke while improving endurance and overall swimming efficiency.

$114/month
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Intermediate • 4:1 Ratio

Dolphin

Master freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly with proper technique and confidence.

$114/month
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Advanced • 12:1 Ratio

Advanced Stroke

Team-style training covering flip turns, endurance, lane etiquette, and competitive swimming fundamentals.

$114/month
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What Kids Actually Learn at This Age

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Independence & Confidence

Coaches build confidence, independence and proper swimming technique in every lesson.

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All Four Competitive Strokes

Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Butterfly become second nature.

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Endurance

Lessons progress from short swims to longer distances while improving stamina.

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Competitive Basics

Flip turns, lane etiquette and structured training prepare swimmers for team competition.

Pricing for Kids Swimming Classes

ClassRatioDurationMonthly Rate
Seal4:130 Min$114/month
Sea Lion4:130 Min$114/month
Porpoise4:130 Min$114/month
Dolphin4:130 Min$114/month
Advanced Stroke12:160 Min$114/month
One class per week. All classes are priced at $114/month.

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What Parents Are Saying

"My son has been going here for 15 months! He has gained so much confidence with swimming and is able to swim very well! We have been to other swim facilities, but this is the best!"
 - Roxanne Rea

Our Locations

Find a Evo Swim School location near you and enjoy the same top-quality coaching and fun-filled classes wherever you are!

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SanTan Gilbert

2161 E. Pecos Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85295
480-404-6191
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Mesa / Gilbert

3727 S. Power Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85212
480-404-6191
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Queen Creek (Open June & July)

20255 East Chandler Heights Rd.
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
480-404-6191

Your Questions, Answered

Placement depends on current swimming skill, not age. A 5-year-old new to swimming often starts in Seal. A 7-year-old with stroke experience might land in Porpoise or Dolphin. EVO's class finder walks you through placement.

No. EVO regularly enrolls first-time swimmers at 7, 8, 9, and even older. Older beginners are typically placed in Seal to build the foundation before moving into stroke work.

Yes. The Dolphin and Advanced Stroke classes are built specifically to prepare swimmers for competitive team training. Advanced Stroke directly feeds the Rio Swim Team.

Most kids who attend consistently see real independence within a few months. Progression depends on the starting point, frequency, and confidence. Children new to swimming at this age range often surprise their parents with how quickly they pick it up.

Fear at this age is workable. EVO's coaches are experienced with nervous beginners, and the smaller group ratios in Seal and Sea Lion give first-timers the close attention they need.

Yes. All children's swim lessons run year-round in indoor, climate-controlled pools at our Gilbert and Mesa facilities.

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