Private Swim Lessons in Newmarket, ON
Ripples Swim School offers private, Lifesaving Society-certified swim lessons in Newmarket for children ages 3+ and select adult swimmers. Our heated saltwater pool in Stonehaven, small class sizes, and certified instructors help swimmers build confidence, safety, and strong fundamentals faster.
Serving families in Stonehaven, Copper Hills, Wyndham and surrounding Newmarket neighbourhoods.
Ripples Swim School
Private, Lifesaving Society–certified swim lessons for children aged 3+. Small class sizes, heated saltwater pool, and certified instructors.
Stonehaven, Newmarket, ON
Private Swim Lessons for Stonehaven & Newmarket families
(Mulock & Leslie near Magna Centre)
Serving Stonehaven - Wyndham - Copper Hills and surrounding Newmarket neighbourhoods since 2023
Swim School & Private Lifeguarding
Back for Our 4th Season!
Spaces fill up fast! Email us today to reserve your spot
swimripples.ca / swimripples@gmail.com
✓ First Aid Certified
✓ Life Guard Certified
✓ Swim instructor certified
✓ Heated Salt Water Pool
“The girls were great with my kids. They made so much progress we signed them up for a second week”
Why Ripples?
✓ Private backyard-style lessons in a heated saltwater pool in the heart of Stonehaven, Newmarket.
✓ Small class sizes and certified instructors, so your child gets constant attention and builds confidence faster.
✓ Welcoming for all ages and abilities, from hesitant beginners to strong swimmers refining technique.
✓ Trusted by Newmarket families since 2023, helping kids move from nervous in the shallow end to confident, safe swimmers.
✓ Options for preschool lessons, advanced levels, and private lifeguarding for your own pool parties.
2026 Summer Sessions: June 15 - Aug 15 (8 weeks available)
Pricing:
Preschool (L1-5) $220/week (5 consecutive days) 35 minute classes
Swimmer (L1-4) $290/week (5 consecutive days) 45 minute classes
Swimmer (L5-6) $350/week (5 consecutive days) 1 hour classes
Rookie, Ranger, Star Patrol $400 (8-10 hours)
Private Life Guarding - $65 per hour (minimum 3 hours)
⚡ Spots fill up fast — Summer 2026 sessions are now open. Email swimripples@gmail.com today to reserve your child's spot before they're gone.
Meet the Team
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Ava (19)
FOUNDER & SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Ava started Ripples in 2023 to share her love of swimming. Ripples was inspired by a local teen who taught her how to swim in her backyard.
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Violet (16)
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Violet is back for her second season. She’s eager to help kids build confidence in the water & have fun.
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Amy (16)
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Amy is back for her second season. She’s excited to help kids learn how to swim & share her love of the water.
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Leo (8)
SWIM FAN
Leo loves cheering on the kids.
Book a Lesson
Sign up for a 5 day lesson set (Mon-Friday)
Pre-School Levels 1-5
Learn
Preschoolers learn to enter & exit the water, float & glide on their back, get their faces wet & blow bubbles under water. Submerge & exhale under water. Lifejacket entries. Side entries & exits. recover objects, kicking & gliding. Solo jumps into the water. Gliding & Kicking on their side. Forward roll entry with life jacket, front & back crawl. Treading water
$220 for 5
(35 minute classes)
Swimmer Levels 1-4
Fundamentals
Swimmers will learn to exhale & open eyes under water, floats glides & kicking through the water. Dives into water, somersaults. Flutter & whip kicks. Canadian swim to survive standard. 25 m front & back crawl sprints. Shallow dives, cannon ball entries & egg beater kicks.
$290 for 5
(45 minute classes)
Swimmer Levels 5-6,
4X50m sprints. Heads up breaststroke, scissor kicks & 300m workouts. Completed levels leads to life saver society levels.
$350 for 5
(60 minute classes)
Rookie, Ranger & Star Patrol Levels
Designed for swimmers advancing toward leadership and lifesaving readiness. Skills include:
Stroke development & endurance training
Swim to Survive & first aid awareness
EMS basics & leadership-focused aquatic skills
Private Lifeguarding for Pool Parties in Newmarket
Are you hosting a pool party? Ripples is able to come to you to bring peace of mind around your pool. Minimum 3 hr service.
$65 per hour
Ripples Swim School
1136 Far North Circle
Newmarket, ON L3X 1N4
Ripples Swim School
1136 Far North Circle
Newmarket, ON L3X 1N4
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We welcome swimmers from age 3 and up. Whether your child has never been in a pool or is already swimming independently, we have the right level for them — from Preschool (L1-5) through to Rookie, Ranger & Star Patrol.
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Simply fill out the Swim Intake Form on this page or email us at swimripples@gmail.com. We'll confirm your child's level, match them to the right session, and reserve your spot. Spots fill up fast, so we recommend booking as early as possible.
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Light rain is usually fine for outdoor lessons! In the case of thunder, lightning, or severe weather, we will reschedule the lesson at no extra charge. We always put safety first and will communicate with you directly if a session needs to be adjusted.
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Please bring a swimsuit, towel, and goggles (recommended). Sunscreen is a great idea too! For younger swimmers, a swim diaper may be required. We have a change area available. Just show up ready to have fun — we'll take care of the rest!
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We're located at 1136 Far North Circle in the Stonehaven neighbourhood of Newmarket, ON (near Mulock & Leslie, close to the Magna Centre). Parking is easy and we're within a short drive for most Newmarket, Aurora, and Copper Hills families.
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Yes! All Ripples instructors are Lifesaving Society certified swim instructors, First Aid certified, and Lifeguard certified. Ava founded Ripples in 2023 with a commitment to safety first. Your child is in expert, caring hands every session.
“The girls were great with my kids. They made so much progress we signed them up for a second week”
— Marisa, Stonehaven
“Ripples gave my daughter the confidence she needed in the water. By the end of the week, she was jumping in on her own!”
— Sarah, Copper Hills
“Small group, certified instructors, and a beautiful backyard pool — our son made more progress in one week than he had in two years of city lessons.”
— Jason, Wyndham
Our 2026 Summer Swim Camps in Newmarket offer the perfect opportunity for children to develop essential swimming skills during the peak summer months. Each week-long session at our Stonehaven location combines structured swimming instruction with fun water activities that reinforce learning while keeping children engaged and excited. Unlike crowded public programs, our private summer swim lessons maintain small class sizes even during this busy season, ensuring your child receives the personalized attention they need to make significant progress in just one week. Newmarket families consistently choose our summer swim programs for their convenience, quality instruction, and the remarkable progress their children achieve in a short time.
Reach out to confirm your spot in our summer lessons or to book our lifeguards for your private pool party
8 Weekly sessions available
(Monday-Friday)
June 15 - June 19
June 22 - June 26
July 6 - July 10
July 13 - 17
July 20 - July 24
July 27 - July 31
Aug 3 - Aug 7
Aug 11 - Aug 15