Came here to purchase some competitive two piece women swimsuits today, specifically from the brand Jolyn. They had a wide selection here, I ended up going with a top that had a little bit more coverage and no tie in the back to make it easy to put on, in black. I got bottoms that were this blue tie-dye color. They have a lot of goggles here that I haven't really seen in any stores really. They have Swedish goggles, which are really good for keeping water out of your eyes, but I personally prefer speedo vanquishers. I already have a pair that I retrofitted with some bungee straps, but good to know that they have them here in case they get messed up. In addition to suits and goggles, they also have a wide variety of swim caps in various materials, such as silicone, latex, and Lycra. The worker was very helpful with explaining the care for caps as well as the differences between different materials. I went with latex because it's generally harder to slip off, though silicone is a bit more sturdy and harder to rip, it always slides off my head and lends to a difficult swimming session. I would say, if you're looking for anything swim related, especially for a lap swimming or competitive swimming, come here and you'll find everything you'll need! read more

Zach was super helpful in helping me select the right pair of goggles and swimsuit. Probably the most pleasant customer service interaction I've had in a long time. Definitely recommend this store! read more

I got all the way to my daughter's friend's swim birthday party and forgot to pack my own swimsuit! I looked around for local swimsuit stores and didn't want to spend my life's savings on a swimsuit at the end of the summer! My friend suggested The Swim Guy and I called to find out if they carry my size, and how much do they run... well, both answers were positive. I was able to get there, grab 2 suits to try on, walked out of there under $50 with a super cute and shape flattering suit in about 20 min. Customer service was great, and I overheard a conversation with another customer where they gave no hassle for a return. I will absolutely shop there for myself and my kids in the future! read more

Terrible advice and zero accountability. The first time I was there was bad and then when I returned with a rather expensive pair of defective goggles, they did absolutely nothing to help. It was just "sorry" Awful customer service. Never going there again. read more

These guys know what they're doing and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my uniforms. Been doing business with them for years and never been disappointed. Thanks again Craig!! read more

OK this review is a bit overdue. I've been into this store many times over many years. I was in there today for an issue on some goggles that I had just purchased last week, obviously no reflection (no pun intended) on the shop as they don't make them. Uninteresting details aside, the bottom line was both the Owner Michael as well as his associate went above and beyond to resolve my issue instantly, on the spot and with a great attitude to boot. If you can tolerate not saving the 35 cents on Amazon please visit these good people and help support a local business. Easy free parking in back as well. They are always very helpful and VERY patient too! I say dive in... read more

For years my friends in the swim community have been telling me about The Swim Guy and I recently learned why Their inventory is incredibly vast and the owner couldn't have been more friendly as well as knowledgeable It's really important to support Small Businesses, supporting The Swim Guy is a no brainer !!!!! These guys are on point and I can't wait to return !! read more

They have everything a swimmer would ever need, and they are very knowledgeable and nice

I needed some swim goggles and found this place via yelp. The staff was welcoming and helpful. They helped me try on a few different goggles and adjusted the straps to ensure a good fit. I did a lot of research before stopping by and had an idea of what I wanted and am glad they carried the brand. They don't carry a large variety of swim brands so if there is a specific one you're looking for, I'd recommend calling first. read more

This place is the best! Could not recommend it more. Mike (the owner) is super knowledgeable and cares a lot about customer experience.

I had just purchased online new googles and the next day my daughter was wearing them in a meet when the nose piece popped. I ran over to get a new pair, and instead the SWIM GUY put in a replacement piece for my daughter- no hassle, no charge. Great customer service. Prices are great, super approachable and may an 11 years old day with his Kindness. read more

VERY DISAPPOINTING! I bought two pairs of expensive goggles for my daughter so she could have the proper gear for her new swim team. They both leaked immediately. I went back to THE SWIM GUY one week after purchasing the goggles and they would not accept a return nor an exchange because they had been used. Yes, they were used once and failed to keep water out of my daughters eyes, which is why I wanted to return them - because they didn't function as they were supposed to. I am extremely disappointed that THE SWIM GUY does not stand by the products they sell. They don't care if they sell faulty products to their customers. I drove 30 minutes to go to a local store and not amazon.com, but I see that was mistake. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! read more

I have gone to this business for years, as my kid is a swimmer. From day one, the owner has been nothing but rude, and condescending. If you have questions or don't know about a product, the owner will get very short fused and talks down to you. Especially if you are unfamiliar with a product or sport, or ask questions. I have visited this business on many occasions over several years. Today was no exception. The owner has been the same since day one. I was hoping to speak to one of his employees. I have not been able to find another specialized swim store in the area, unfortunately. His employees are always nice and helpful. If you want to be talked down to, like a idiot visit the swim guy in Santa Monica. You have been warned. read more

Bottom line, this guy is super defensive, rude gets psycho if you call him on his behavior. I wish I would have read the reviews before going in. Same guy was rude to me as in the other bad reviews. Bald. Glasses. read more

Small business with great merch at good prices, but not worth the abysmal treatment. The owner (bald man with glasses behind counter) is imperious, insulting, cantankerous, and completely disinterested in customer service. I was interested in purchasing a snorkel for my dad but was unfamiliar with the different brands. The owner stayed behind the counter the whole time and "assisted me" by informing me of my ignorance and that I was wasting his time with questions. I quickly got the feeling that my presence as a paying customer was interfering with his very important work behind the counter, so I left and told my dad to get the snorkel himself. Lo and behold, later that day I get a call from my parents telling me about the asshole they just dealt with at the swim store! From what I understand this business mainly deals in direct orders with competitive swim teams. Why politely engage with a walk-in customer when it's clearly more lucrative to focus on larger team orders? SwimGuy Outlet needs to boot the storefront model and operate their business 100% online so no one else makes the mistake of wandering into this establishment expecting to be treated with a modicum of respect. If you're a small business-supporting swimmer and masochist, this is the place for you. read more

Lots of similar reviews here about customer service, buyer beware. I'm not sure where to begin with the rudeness of the owner. I hope he one day finds inner peace because he's a miserable human being. If you want to be talked down to as soon as you walk in, this is the store experience for you. I give this place a half star because there is parking. read more

SHOP ONLINE OR ANYWHERE ELSE!!! The owner (or whoever; the bald cranky boomer male is) is the reason why people who don't fit his desired customer base rather shop online or a retail chain store. He was condescending and rude as I looked in a specific size of suits, he barked at me, "Do you even know your size?! You're in [size he felt was too small for me]!" As a previous age group, collegiate, and now master's swimmer -- I know my size, Dick. I regret buying anything there but it was a last minute. I wish I read reviews before going but I'll never go back or recommend that place. Shop local ...but don't shop this local a$$hole! read more

I am glad I am not the only one who felt the owner was condescending. As if no one else knew anything about swimming but him. wow.

If you need Sweedish goggles this guy has a huge bucket full along with an assortment of elastic bands. It's not easy to find my favorite brand but thankfully the SwimGuy has my back. read more

Previous reviewers warning of the terrible attitude of the owner are 100% correct. I checked the reviews today because I was curious if other CUSTOMERS had encountered the same abuse by the owner. Turns out I am not alone. Two stars. The only reason it's two and not zero, is because of Craig (employee) and his kindness. The owner's behavior was beyond anything I've experienced as an adult, mother or professional and I am not exaggerating. I had ordered two suits, neither had arrived. Store was not at fault for one of them. I was not upset - just needed to get a suit because I was at a meet with my kid who had no suit. I was even prepared to pay AGAIN. I had to hold the phone away from my ear because he was yelling so loudly. He was condescending, controlling, cantankerous and down right abusive. He had Craig give me a suit all while he was screaming at me. I would have paid in a heartbeat if it meant I could avoid his treatment. But from the looks of the other reviews, it likely wouldn't have mattered. read more

If you are looking for jammers, this is the place to go to. If you're looking for briefs, then they barely have any. I don't know who the owner is, but the one male employee never got up from the cash register, and the female employee saw me trying to look for briefs, but never offered any help. I was the only one in the store. read more

This place has an ok selection and price accordingly. The staff is knowledgeable and attentive but the owner. Try to get the employee to help you. All sales are final and can't be changed. read more

Very bad customer service . Will not purchase from him again . Got my son a swimsuit that was one size too small for him after the guy that worked there insisted that that's his size and that I should NOT get bigger size . after one use my son head deep marks on his legs and during his swimming class he Was distracted by the tightness of it and it bothered him the all time . When I went back the same guy was there with the owner and the owner was arguing with me and was super rude and was not willing to exchange the suit . read more

Well nothing good to say about the store. Walked in and was received by the owner. Who was rude, unprofessional and just down right an asshole. I walked in excited to buy a drug suit and a race suit. But when he didn't have my size he just insulted me and told me I didn't know anything about swim suits. Which I found funny and sad. Point being don't shop at this store. And after reading his reviews I decided to post my experience. At first I gave him the benefit of doubt that he was having a bad day. But that is not the cause. If u don't buy what he try's to push on you he will go off. So stay away from that store. And read the other review. read more

I love this place! It is rare to still come across a business where the employees are engaged with thier customers, and the owners The guys (and gals) at THE SWIM GUY are awesome! Everyone there is knowledgeable on the suits, fabrics, and team goings' on. Swim, snow, happy faces, and high-5s. this place rocks. read more

Today was the first time I've ever gone in, and I went with a recommendation from a friend of mine who swims on both a club team and school team. I didn't need any competitive wear, just suits and supplies for a new PE unit. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by a quirky employee, but she was extremely knowledgeable and gave me a ton of informative recommendations and it made me feel much more comfortable, especially since I was in there only for recreational swimming. All in all it was a great experience; I'll definitely be coming back. * a small add on - they even make custom suits and gear for school and club teams read more

I stopped by yesterday to pick up a parka. They had the exact size and needed. Tim was a huge help as I had questions about custom embroidering. He pointed me in the right direction. Great products and great customer service. read more

Guy was super helpful and knowledge. Got me and my kid good quality swimsuits good brands good prices.

The owner was very rude. He talked to me like I was an idiot. I felt bullied! He was in my face, so aggressive. I will never give him by business again!! read more

It is such a treat to be able to go to a place and not have to spend an arm and a leg on swim gear! The staff has always treated me very nice and quite helpful and finding what you're looking for but most of all giving you time to just make up your mind if you want to purchase or not. They don't Hound you and I absolutely love that. read more

We were running to water polo and my 11 year old son informed me his suit had hole in it. Of course, on the way to practice. I was going to head to Big 5, but I wanted to try this place out before to look for swim gear and I prefer to support a local business. They have a large selection of suits and gear , the lady who was working that Sunday was very helpful and gave me good advice regarding goggles. The extra $5 dollar goggle fit his face better and they do not leak at all. Thanks I wll be back. read more

This place deserves more than five stars. The owner was friendly and helpful despite a store full of customers. He really knows his stuff. The 49 minute drive to this place was well worth it. read more

DMC swim fin flippers nice

Clerk(s) were knowledge=able, helpful - and right. Price was entirely reasonable. Good parking, location. I scoped the inventory and will return instead of playing the size and fit guessing game on the internet. read more

Being a parent of a year round, competitive swimmers for more than 8 years, I know my way around a swim shop. Mike at the Swim Guy not only bends over backwards to get my kids' gear as quickly and as reasonably as possible for their personal use, for their club team, and for their high school team. Few people realize the lengths Mike and Craig go to, in order to facilitate team/ custom designs, and expedite orders through the store. I'm grateful that we have a swim store in Santa Monica, where we can purchase everything from practice suits and snorkels to elite knee skins for major meets. I've never had a bad experience with The Swim Guy, and I've had the pleasure of designing and placing high school team orders for the past two years. Not many parents volunteer for the job, and it takes, months of planning and weeks of hounding to get all of the orders from the kids in. There is usually a large contingency of swimmers who place their orders extremely late (holding up the entire process), and miraculously the team gets their suits and caps before the first meet each year. The miracle in the equation is The Swim Guy. All of the high school teams are placing and receiving orders at exactly the same time, so in some ways it's probably one of the most chaotic times in the store. But, still The Swim Guy is nothing but accommodating. Thank you, The Swim Guy for outfitting my kids from practice to Nationals, and everything in between! read more

After two days of two malls, thirteen stores and 6 hours of walking, I finally found the one place I needed down the street from my house. The Swim Guy did it, and I am glad about it! They have a variety of swimsuits, googles, swim caps, winter jackets and other stuff! I was so relieved to finally find a place that had lots of styles, affordability and something appropriate for my middle school age daughter. The owner and the employee were helpful and nice. I recommend for sure. They have only been there 6 months, so check it out! read more

I have been a client of this place until today. The owner treated me so poorly. He talked very badly about the quality of Arena swimsuits comparing them with a local brand. I asked for a bag for my Arena swimsuit and he told me that in Santa Monica nobody asks for bags..... I'm not a local btw. It's a shame that there are such few places to find swimwear, but now I recommed using swimoutlet, a web site. Or even Macy's they have the best prices and frequently have sales throughout the year. Mr. owner, my respects but you treated me so badly, with no education and definitely no manners. read more

Today I had the misfortune of having to deal with Mike, the Owner of this establishment. I needed to purchase a swimsuit for my daughter's high school swim team. Apparently the window for this closed 3 weeks ago. Instead of informing me of this fact in a professional manner, this man acted as if I had asked him to move heaven and earth. He treated me with complete disrespect, and became verbally aggressive. I was shocked at his outburst. All I wanted to do was order a swimsuit, and I was met with outrageous insults. I could not believe that this was the owner I was forced to deal with. It is completely incomprehensible how this pathetic man who is so clearly consumed with self-loathing has managed to stay in business for so long. After this incident, I almost felt sorry for him. If you need to buy a swimsuit, I would suggest trying swimoutlet.com. I ordered the exact same suit for a few dollars more than it would have cost at the store, even after factoring in shipping. Oh, and my daughter will have the suit before the rest of her team. Mike, if I was constantly losing business to websites with superior selection and customer service, I would try to be nicer so as not to scare of the meagre business that might be coming your way. Pathetic! read more

What a rude and disrespectful owner! I will never spend another dollar here and I just spent $300 for my daughter's swim team. They misspelled her name on the team bag and then gave ME a lecture on how it was not his fault. What a jerk!! read more

The owner of this place got furious with me when I was asking too many questions about waterproof earbuds. He actually started yelling at me because I'd purchased a waterproof iPod and not the clunky waterproof MP3 kit that he sells in a store. "They suck! You aren't listening to me..how many times do I have to tell you!" I was like, "OK settle down, little fella." I then remembered he had also yelled at me on the phone a few months earlier when I was inquiring about flippers. Just don't mention swimming or swim products to him, and maybe your interaction with the guy will blossom into a beautiful friendship. Otherwise, he's a very, very angry swim guy. read more