Leahi Swim School - Manoa
Leahi Swim School offers year-round swim lessons for all ages and skill levels in Honolulu, focusing on water safety...
▌ Editor's read The Leahi Swim School website loads successfully and appears to be a legitimate operation. The school is not accredited by the American Camp Association. The website states they have been operating for over 20 years, founded by 'Coach Mike.' They offer year-round swim lessons for infants, children, and adults, with a focus on water safety and stroke technique. Group lessons maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio of 1:4, as stated on their 'About Us' page. While the site mentions their instructors are 'certified,' it does not explicitly detail background check procedures. Google reviews for Leahi Swim School show a strong average rating of 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, with many parents praising the instructors' patience and effectiveness. The program type is day, and it appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles include @leahiswimschool on Instagram and 'leahiswimschool' on Facebook.
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Since 200620+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages up to 21
Leahi Swim School - Manoa sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right aquatic fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2006 (20 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Aquatic
- Ages: 0–21
- Address: 2707 Pamoa Rd, Honolulu, HI 96822, USA
- Phone: (808) 234-7946
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Pricing is not available without creating an account.
↗ What parents like
- Small class sizes
- Gentle, personal teaching method
↘ Watch for
- Registration requires creating an account
- No drop-in classes
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Leahi Swim School - Manoa
- What ages does Leahi Swim School - Manoa accept?
- Leahi Swim School - Manoa is open to children ages up to 21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Leahi Swim School - Manoa cost?
- Leahi Swim School - Manoa doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing is not available without creating an account. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Leahi Swim School - Manoa?
- Leahi Swim School - Manoa is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Leahi Swim School - Manoa provide lunch?
- Leahi Swim School - Manoa does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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