We enjoy it and have loved this place for years. Wifi for parents. Kids love it. Snack Bar is…read morereasonable. Daughter did gymnastics here for several years and loved that experience. I wish the pool was more accessible, useable for free swims (likely keeps maintenance down and expensive draining session when an errant turd slips out?), but other than that the recent upgrades on the jungle/playground make it still a fun spot for my daughter. Also, I like the bathrooms - they seem safe, great design for people of all heights, UV drying blowers, and it feels safe... like no creepy creepers are slipping in there unnoticed. All in all - we prefer this to other locations in the region/area

So far this place is great!…read more Signed my 4 year old up for swimming classes. The pool is heated and the room is warm. My son loved it and enjoyed the class so much. After his class they gave him ribbons that said he was ready for the next class and one for completing his 1st swim class. He was so thrilled! They have so much to offer. Swimming, gymnastics is, preschool, huge indoor climbing gym for rainy days and holiday themed events. They have easy sign ups online as well. This place is AWESOME! I'm signing up my other 2 kids for swimming classes too. *** wish they would consider sibling discount, even 5%-10% would be nice Check them out!

Hands down the best swim classes I've ever seen. We drive from Portland because the skill level of…read morethe instructors is unmatched. My daughter has thrived in their program.

From the owner: British Swim School offers swimming lessons for kids and adults of all ages, starting as early as 3…read moremonths. Located inside of Hampton Inn & Suites, our swim school is open year-round, so you can learn to swim when you're ready and continue until you've mastered the skills. We use gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help swimmers of all levels become safer and more confident in the water. Our safe, fun, and effective teaching methods have made us the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Our confidence-building curriculum and small group swimming classes provide a consistent format and structure with one-on-one attention for each swimmer. Private swimming lessons are subject to availability.

I want to share my experience with Elmer's Swim School. I'll be honest... my first visit experience…read moredidn't go as smoothly as I hoped, and I left feeling unsure. But everything completely turned around thanks to Morgan. Morgan handled the situation with professionalism, kindness, and genuine care. She listened, took action, and made sure that not only my concerns were addressed, but that my grandson and I felt valued and supported. Because of her, I can say I am truly happy with our experience at Elmer's. The progress my grandson has made already is amazing, and the instructors are patient, encouraging, and clearly passionate about what they do. Elmer's has gone above and beyond to make things right, and I'm grateful for the way they prioritize both safety and customer experience. Thank you, Morgan, for turning everything around... you've earned my full confidence in this swim school. I'm excited to continue bringing my grandson here!

From the owner: At Emler Swim School of Vancouver - Hazel Dell, we provide year-round swim lessons that help…read morechildren build confidence, improve swim skills, and develop lifelong water safety habits. Our warm indoor pool and proven SwimSure™ curriculum support babies, toddlers, kids, and advanced swimmers through engaging lessons focused on measurable progress and proper swim technique. We offer group swim lessons, private swim lessons, and spring and summer Swim Clinics designed to help children progress faster in the water. Families throughout Vancouver and Hazel Dell trust our experienced instructors, small class sizes, and supportive environment to help children become safer, stronger, and more confident swimmers.

We started lessons at Emler Swim School in May. My child was not afraid of the water but was…read moreuncomfortable with unfamiliar instructors touching his body. One instructor was very helpful at first, and we were told the same instructor would continue working with him. In the next class, that instructor was no longer available and my child was placed with a different instructor. During the lesson, he became very upset and had difficulty continuing the session while in the water. After that experience, he stopped wanting to continue and refused to enter the building. We were still charged for the following month, and a refund or transfer was not approved. Communication around makeup lessons and billing was also not clear. Overall, we decided not to continue.

We've really enjoyed our summer lessons here! We love the instructors and the management team -…read morethey are so attentive to our needs and really go above and beyond!!!

I have been recommending this school to all my friends with children. It's amazing! Staff is…read moreattentive and you don't feel like your child is overlooked in the group settings. They're flexible when need be and have helped children overcome fear of going underwater.

Lu's Swim School is very friendly and flexible. Good communication. My 6 yo did great in this…read moreschool.

I wasn't sure my sensory-avoidant tween would ever learn to swim. Loud pool environments overwhelm…read morehim, and he needs to understand the plan and the why before trying something new. At other swim schools, instructors pushed him to put his face in the water instead of listening to his concerns, and it never worked. Zen Penguin was completely different. Their instructors truly listen to kids and meet them where they are. The coaches are calm, present, consistent, and incredibly kind. They take the time to build trust and confidence. Now my once water-avoidant tween cannonballs into the deep end with his friends. My younger child has thrived here too; he went from no swim skills to strong streamlines and rollovers in just a few months. I especially appreciate their focus on real safety skills, like making sure every child can back float to breathe so they have a way to self-rescue. We always have eyes on the kids when they swim - but now I have the peace of mind knowing they have the skills to stay safe even when they're out of arm's reach. Zen Penguin is truly something special.

I would suggest this company change its advertising. I don't think you yelling profanity in front…read moreof a 3 year old will any way help her " discover the joy of swimming . Sensory -friendly. " She is 3 and can't figure out why the swim teacher yelled at her and her Dad. If you didn't like something her Dad said, I think there could have been a more professional way to handle it. I would encourage anyone thinking of taking their child here please don't. They are inpatient, unorganized, change times with little notice and use profanity in front of children. Don't waste you money.

My experience with SafeSplash has been very disappointing, and I haven't even started classes yet…read more I initially enrolled online but had several questions because the schedule was confusing, the swim levels weren't clearly explained, and the website didn't provide enough information. When I called, I was already three-quarters of the way through the enrollment process. The representative asked me to cancel my online enrollment so he could enroll me over the phone, saying I'd get a better price. It ended up being exactly the same price. I also asked multiple times about private lessons because my schedule is very limited. Instead of answering my question, the representative kept talking about creating a group class. I had to explain several times that I wasn't looking for a group class--I wanted private lessons on a schedule that worked for me. Eventually, we found one group class that fit my schedule, and it was literally the only time I could attend. I enrolled and paid the annual registration fee based on that schedule. Then, on the day the class was supposed to start, SafeSplash changed the class time, making it impossible for me to attend. Since then, I've called twice and have been promised a callback within 48 hours, but no one has followed up. I've also been told that the annual registration fee is non-refundable because my class "already started"--even though the reason I can't attend is because they changed the schedule after I enrolled. I understand that schedules sometimes need to change, but customers shouldn't be penalized or charged a non-refundable fee when the company changes the only class they were able to attend. I hope SafeSplash reconsiders how it handles situations like this and improves both its communication and customer service. I'm happy to change my review if you change my experience. C. Travis

My son loves his swim classes here! The instructors are super patient and make learning fun. He's…read morebecome so much more confident in the water. He could achieve his scout swim advancements easily. Kudos to all his instructors till date Kitna, Jose, Brookline n Chris!

I'm not really rating Cascade AC on the whole in this review but rather their policy or lack…read morethereof. I enjoy swimming and Cascade has the best pool in the area so participation here is a matter of limited selection. My problem is the lack of policy/signs/refereeing something that keeps inconsiderate lane swimmers in line. Cascade has no posted policy or signs that direct how people should behave when there are others waiting for a lane. Since there are numerous older adults that seem to have developed blindness because they don't 'see' people waiting nor do they ask anyone. Instead, they see someone getting out of the pool and head directly to the lane that just opened up simply not caring that others are waiting. Most people seem to want to avoid conflict so nothing gets said empowering those who are already feel privileged enough to just jump in. Then there's me. I will say something and I might not be nice about it because your rudeness put you in my path. So, lane cutters if you can't turn to those waiting and ask then expect to get called out or for me to jump in 'your' lane. I simply won't stand for your rude behavior or whatever excuse you have for being like you are. As for Cascade - this on you. You have no policy, no guidance and no monitoring leaving us adults to police themselves. Fortunately, most do an exceptional job of policing themselves and have decency and courtesy. However, there are some that don't possess decency and probably have limited self-control when confronted about their behavior that could lead to an altercation between parties. If this were to happen to me you can bet that I would seeing you in court... And, while you are pondering this matter please scrub the pool! It's filthy. The walls and floor of the pool are coated in brown slime that cause slip when trying to push off. P.S. this also applies to those that are in a lane and invite someone that just shows up to join them instead of the next person in line as it should be. Friends don't get a free pass to the head of the line.

The recent upgrades and ongoing maintenance make for a comfortable and enjoyable experience…read more Staff friendliness is at a high level and rate this club as a safe place for all.