Teaching your child to swim is so significant that it’s mentioned in the Talmud.
Open Enrollment for the Spring 2026 session starts Monday, December 22 at 12:00 pm
The MJCCA’s Aquatics program offers a variety of swim lessons to introduce your child or yourself to the water and instill strong foundational skills for a lifetime of safe aquatic fun.
Note: Available swim lesson days/times can be found through the registration links below the FAQ. For additional inquiries, please email swimlessons@atlantajcc.org.
Alison Boivin
Alison is a former year-round Dynamo Swim Club athlete with 13 years of competitive experience. A standout swimmer at Dunwoody High School, she qualified for the state meet all four years and went on to compete with the Furman University club team. Alison coached the Mill Glen and Tuxford summer swim teams for eight seasons and has years of experience teaching private swim lessons. With more than 21 years of experience as a classroom teacher, school district administrator, corporate product specialist, national academic advisor, and marketing manager, she brings a unique blend of expertise to the pool. Now a swim mom to two Dynamo athletes, Alison is passionate about helping young swimmers build strong technique, confidence, and a lifelong love of the sport.
Trent Gould
Trent Gould started his swim instructor journey in 2018 by offering lessons for the city of Dayton, Ohio. His involvement extended to participating in the Summer Swim Team and engaging in year-round swimming activities with the Dayton Raiders. He also worked in Gwinnett County prior to coming to the MJCCA. Trent enjoys exercising and listening to music.
Korey Lowrey
Korey has proudly served as an instructor at the MJCCA for nine years. He enjoys actively contributing to the overall excellence of aquatic programs and services at the MJCCA.
Carissa Mindt
Carissa Mindt transformed her childhood love for recreation into a rewarding profession as a Youth & Aquatics Director and Swim Teacher. Certified in water safety, lifeguarding, pool management, personal training, and water aerobics, her coaching philosophy revolves around creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment. Carissa has taught swim lessons since 2021, and previously was the Assistant Games Director for the 2019 JCC Maccabi Games.
Kourtland Tate
Kourtland Tate is a Georgia native and a Spelman College Graduate. She has been swim instructing and lifeguarding for more than eight years and has worked with a variety of age and skill levels. Throughout her career, she’s developed a firm and encouraging approach that has served her students well. In her free time, she enjoys exploring photography, a good book, and spending time with her two furbabies.
What is the difference between private and semi-private lessons?
Private lessons are a 1:1 ratio (one swimmer and one instructor). Semi-private lessons are a 2:1 ratio (two swimmers and one instructor). Participants in semi-private lessons must be close to the same ability level to keep lessons fluent and help all participants improve together. You will need to schedule with another family if you choose semi-private lessons. We do not provide you a swim partner. Only one person may register online for a semi-private lesson. The second participant must call, and our registration team will assist with completing that registration.
How long is a swim lesson session? And how often?
Swim lessons are 30-minutes long, typically once a week. It’s the ideal time for students to remain engaged and attentive while having fun and remaining consistent.
Can adults take private swim lessons?
Of course! We welcome adults who want to improve their swimming ability, from basic water safety to perfecting stroke technique. Regular swim lesson fees and policies apply.
How old does my child need to be to take swim lessons?
Children can typically begin individual lessons when they are 6 months old.
Does my child need to wear a swim diaper?
All children under the age of 4 – or who are not fully potty trained – must wear a disposable swim diaper under a reusable polyester/cotton (machine washable) swim diaper. Non-disposable swim diapers provide a tighter fit, which helps avoid lengthy pool closures due to accidents. Both diapers MUST be worn underneath a swimsuit. If this policy is not adhered to, children will not be permitted to enter our pools. Review the policy and purchase your swim diapers here.
How do swim lessons work if my child is currently attending The Weinstein School or Camp Marie Benator/Club J/School’s Out Camp/MJCCA Day Camps?
We provide transportation to and from swim lessons for students enrolled in these programs. Note: if a child is enrolled in Club J, The Weinstein School, Camp Marie Benator, or MJCCA Day Camps and a parent needs to pick them up after their swim lesson, the family is responsible for notifying both Aquatics and Club J, The Weinstein School, Camp Marie Benator, or MJCCA Day Camps of the change.
How much do lessons cost?
Private lessons are $52 per lesson. Semi-private lessons are $42 per lesson per swimmer. Swim lessons run on a semester basis: Spring (Jan-May), Summer (Jun-Aug), and Fall (Aug-Dec) and are purchased in packages. The number of lessons varies depending on the instructor’s availability, and on any holidays the MJCCA may be closed. The MJCCA does not hold swim lessons on holidays. Any holidays that fall within a session are already excluded from the session price; therefore, families are not billed for those dates. The holiday schedule can be found here.
To participate in swim lessons, do you have to be an MJCCA member?
You must be a member of the MJCCA to participate in swim lessons. To learn more about your membership options, please call Membership at 678.812.4060 or email membership@atlantajcc.org.
Can I make changes to my swim lesson package?
Please reach out to the Swim Lessons Manager at swimlessons@atlantajcc.org if you wish to make a change to your package so we can discuss your options.
Can I cancel my swim lesson package and get a refund/credit for unused lessons?
No refund or credits will be issued for swim lesson packages including unused lessons. Purchasing a package is a commitment for the entire semester in order to foster a consistent learning experience.
How are lessons scheduled?
Lessons will be scheduled in the Pike13 app only after registration is confirmed and payment has been received. The first lesson will occur the week after registration is confirmed and payment is received.
What if I need to cancel a swim lesson?
You must provide at least 24 hours’ notice for any cancellation to avoid being charged for a cancelled lesson. Please cancel your swim lesson on your Pike13 app (do not email your cancellations), giving the instructor as much notice as possible. No makeup lesson will be provided where notice was received within 24 hours before the lesson or when no notice was received.
What happens if I’m part of a semi-private lesson and one participant cancels?
You may attend your swim lesson or cancel and arrange a makeup lesson with your partner if they cancel before 24 hours. If you attend privately, you will be charged the difference in the lesson.
Can I make up a lesson?
Members may schedule a maximum of two makeup lessons per session. If a lesson is canceled by the instructor or due to a pool closure, a makeup lesson will be scheduled and will not count toward the two member-initiated makeups. Makeup lessons will be scheduled with an available instructor and may not be with the student’s regular instructor. Please view the Pike13 app to schedule a makeup lesson with any of our instructors. No credits or makeup lessons will be offered after the session ends. Any unscheduled makeups or unused lessons will expire.
Children with contagious illnesses, open wounds, or a fever must stay home and not attend their lesson.
For parent drop-off or pick-up, parents must ensure their child is dropped off directly with and picked up directly from their instructor. Parents must never leave their child unattended.
Parents are strongly encouraged to remain off the pool deck during lessons. A glass window viewing area is available on Main Street.
The full indoor pool policy can be found here.
| Program | Date | Time | Age | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| program Private Swim Lessons | date 09.01.2021 - 08.31.2026 | time 5:30 am - 10:00 pm | age | view details | Continue to Registration |
| program Semi-Private Swim Lessons | date 09.01.2021 - 08.31.2026 | time 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm | age | view details | Continue to Registration |
The MJCCA’s Inclusion Program strives to provide the necessary accommodations and flexibility for youth who require additional support so they may access the transformative opportunities available at the MJCCA. Our Inclusion Team collaborates with parents, educators, and staff to determine if successful program placement is possible. These youth and their families are then supported by our Inclusion Team through program accommodations and may also receive individualized assistance. Click here for more information.