About
Goldfish Swim School - Okemos is an indoor swim school located at 5135 Times Square Dr Suite B, Okemos, MI 48864, USA. It specializes in providing swim lessons for children, typically from 4 months to 12 years old, in a safe, fun, and child-friendly environment. They offer a variety of programs designed to teach water safety and swimming skills.
The pools at Goldfish Swim School locations, including Okemos, are consistently maintained at a comfortable 90 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 32 degrees Celsius). This warm temperature is ideal for young swimmers, promoting comfort and a more enjoyable learning experience, especially for infants and toddlers.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? Goldfish Swim School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from multiple families, including parents of four children (one medically complex) and a grandparent. Reviewers highlight the invaluable, life-saving skills taught, with one parent recounting how their daughter independently recovered in the pool after learning at Goldfish. The staff, including specific instructors like Lilly and Coach Stephany, are consistently praised for their patience, kindness, professionalism, and ability to make learning fun, even for hesitant children. The school is commended for its thoughtful accommodation of diverse needs, including medically complex children, and for fostering confidence and skill development. Families appreciate the monthly progress reports, the safe facility with constant monitoring, and the courteous and helpful registration desk staff. Children are noted to gain significant confidence, improve swimming skills, and enjoy their time, often making friends, leading to strong recommendations from all reviewers.
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Accessible Restroom
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Listing Reviews
September 19th, 2025Kaleb O'CONNOR
Last summer, my youngest daughter fell into our pool. We were all right there, and I was able to dive in immediately, but it was still one of the scariest moments of my life. This summer, something similar happened, she slipped into the pool without her floatie. But before I could even reach the water, she had already recovered and found the ladder on her own. Seeing that brought tears to my eyes. Watching her go from needing me in that moment to being able to protect herself was incredible. I can’t thank Goldfish Swim School enough, their lessons have been absolutely invaluable.
May 5th, 2025Gabrielle Ward
I currently have four of my children enrolled at Goldfish, ranging in age from 8 years old to 4 months old—including one who is medically complex—and I cannot recommend this program highly enough. The staff has gone above and beyond to ensure that each of my children feels supported, safe, and encouraged in the water. They’ve been especially thoughtful and accommodating with my medically complex child, working closely with her needs while still fostering confidence and skill development. Goldfish provides monthly progress reports outlining the specific skills each child is working on and their individual growth. They do an incredible job of reinforcing bravery, commitment, and achievement in a way that makes kids feel proud. The facility itself is very safe, with multiple staff members monitoring the pool at all times. Kind, attentive, and professional—Goldfish has earned my full trust as a parent!
August 4th, 2025Michael Frost
I can't say enough good things about our experience at Goldfish Swim School. Our daughter was a little hesitant about getting in the water at first, but that all changed when she started working with her teacher, Lilly. Lilly is an absolutely amazing instructor. She's so patient and kind, and she has this incredible ability to make learning feel like a game. Our daughter now splashes and giggles her way through every lesson, and her confidence in the water has skyrocketed. We've seen a noticeable improvement in her swimming skills, from her kicks to her breath control, and it's all thanks to Lilly's excellent teaching. It's been so rewarding to see her overcome her initial fear and now love her time in the pool. We highly recommend both Goldfish and, specifically, teacher Lilly!
May 9th, 2025Jill Goodsell
I am a grandparent that enrolled my grandson into the Gild Fish Academy almost two years ago. It’s been such a positive experience with my grandson. He has become more confident around water and has achieved skills dealing with water safety while having fun and making new friends. Communication with the staff has been great with updates and review of skill levels. Gold fish Academy provides family fun too
July 19th, 2025Alba Allison
Coach Stephany is absolutely magnificent with the children. She treats them with care, respect, and in a loving way. She is an excellent teacher. The staff at the registration desk has always been courteous, professional, very helpful.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
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| Monday | 4:00 – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30 – 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
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