La Petite Baleen Swim Schools
About
La Petite Baleen Swim Schools San Francisco
La Petite Baleen, established 1979, is a Bay Area swim school with five locations (SF Mason St, Half Moon Bay, San Bruno, Redwood City, Rohnert Park). Their Aquatic Classroom® curriculum blends child development with water safety for infants through adults.
Aquatic Classroom® Curriculum
Child-development-centered progression. Programs include:
- Free Infant swim lessons (2-5 months)
- Children's swim classes
- Adult classes
- Drop-in class options
- Make-up lesson flexibility
- Private lessons available
What's Included
- Warm indoor pools at all 5 Bay Area locations
- Child-development-centered curriculum (est. 1979)
- Aquatic Classroom® teaching method
- Family-friendly facilities
- On-site Waverly's swim shop
- Schedule portability across 5 locations
Experience
Long-tenured, research-backed atmosphere with strong SF institution status. Best fit for SF families who value a 45+ year local operator, and infants who can start with the free Baby Splash classes.