Swim Lessons for the St. Bart’s Community
Helping children become safe, confident, and happy swimmers.
A warm, beginner-friendly 8-week swim program by DanSwim for St. Bart’s parishioners, families, and community members.
A warm, beginner-friendly 8-week swim program by DanSwim for St. Bart’s parishioners, families, and community members.
Small groups
2 swimmers per instructor - 45-minute lessons - Saturdays at St. Bart’s Pool.
Free assesment
After booking, you’ll schedule a complimentary 15-minute in-person intro trial and level assessment.
A Lifelong Skill Starts Here
Swimming is more than a sport. It is an essential safety skill, a source of confidence, and a gateway to family adventures in and around the water.
For children who are nervous, new to swimming, or ready to improve their basics, our goal is simple: help them feel safe, capable, and proud of what they can do.
For children who are nervous, new to swimming, or ready to improve their basics, our goal is simple: help them feel safe, capable, and proud of what they can do.
Gentle Teaching. Real Progress. Personal Attention.
- Gradual exposureWe never rush fear. Instead, we help children build comfort and trust in the water first—then develop the skills they need for confident, independent swimming.
- Tailored aproachEvery child learns differently. We teach one step at a time, using encouragement, clear instruction, and an approach tailored to each swimmer.
- Small groupsBecause our groups have only two swimmers per instructor, each child gets more practice, feedback, and support during every lesson.
Why Families Choose DanSwim
- Small 1:2 groups for personal attention and faster progress
- Beginner specialists for children who are new to swimming or nervous in water
- Warm, family-friendly environment where children feel seen and supported
- Level-based matchin so each child learns alongside a compatible swim partner
- Strong foundations that support water safety, confidence, and future swimming growth
- Experienced instructors who work equally well with children and adults
About Danswim
DanSwim is a community-focused swim school founded by Danila Novikov: lifelong competitive swimmer, open-water marathon swimmer, father, proud New Yorker, and 20 Bridges Swim finisher.
Our mission is to teach 100,000 people the essential skill of swimming—helping them feel safer, more confident, and ready for a world of adventure.
We teach swimmers ages 3–83 through private lessons and carefully matched small groups, with a patient, personal approach that helps every swimmer progress at their own pace.
Our mission is to teach 100,000 people the essential skill of swimming—helping them feel safer, more confident, and ready for a world of adventure.
We teach swimmers ages 3–83 through private lessons and carefully matched small groups, with a patient, personal approach that helps every swimmer progress at their own pace.
St. Bart’s Community Swim Program
- For:Beginner swimmers ages 3–14
- Location:St. Bart’s Pool, 109 East 50th Street, New York, NY
- Schedule:Saturdays at 8:15 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:15 PM, or 3:00 PM
- Lesson length:45 minutes
- Group size:2 swimmers per instructor
- Course length:8 lessons
- Special community rate:$640 per swimmer
- Schedule:Regular value: $800
How It Works
Purchase the Course
Reserve your child’s place in the St. Bart’s Community Swim Program. The complete 8-lesson course is $640 per swimmer.
Book and Complete the Free Intro Class
After purchase, you’ll be redirected to a Thank You page where you can schedule your child’s complimentary 15-minute in-person intro class and level assessment at the St. Bart’s pool.
We Create the Right Match
We get to know your child’s comfort level, experience, and goals, then match them with one swimmer of a similar age and ability level.
Start Swimming With Confidence
Your child begins their 8-week course in a warm, supportive small-group setting with only two swimmers per instructor.
Special rate
8 weeks
$640
Every saturday
We also offer
- Private lessons for kids and adults are the ultimate way to receive focused, one-on-one coaching tailored specifically to your swimming goals. $150 per class.
- A focused 2-day swim program for adults who want faster progress on one specific skill. Two 90-minute sessions, Saturday and Sunday, in a small group setting so you get personalized coaching and leave the weekend with clear, measurable improvement.
FAQ
No, this program is designed for children ages 3–14 who wants to improve their life long skill of swimmig, building water confidence, or strengthening their swim skills.
If he wants to we would love that, bu we can match your child with one other swimmer who has a similar age and ability level.
Only two swimmers per instructor. This allows for far more personal attention than a traditional larger group class.
You will be redirected to a page and choose a time for your child’s free 15-minute in-person intro trial and level assessment.
A swimsuit, towel, and goggles if they have them. We will let you know if anything else is needed before the first lesson.
Have any questions?
+1 9172000342
danswimcoach@gmail.com
danswimcoach@gmail.com
109 e50th st