Makai Swim School

Makai Swim School Makai offers private, semi-private, and small group swim classes with well trained swim instructors. We provide classes for all ages.

Open March - Nov in Napa, CA.

💩 Yep, we’re talking about p**p in the pool.It’s not the most glamorous part of swim lessons, but it IS an important one...
08/28/2026

💩 Yep, we’re talking about p**p in the pool.

It’s not the most glamorous part of swim lessons, but it IS an important one. A f***l incident can affect everyone using the pool, which means sometimes we have to pause lessons while we clean, treat, and make sure the water is safe before swimmers return.

Swipe through for answers to some of the questions we hear most:
🌊 Why does the pool have to close?
⏰ How long can a closure last?
🧡 What happens if your class is affected?
💳 What can you do with a credit?
🩲 And most importantly, how can families help prevent closures?

One of the biggest ways to help: swimmers who are under 3 and/or not fully potty trained need to arrive with the proper Happy Nappy + swim diaper setup. And if your swimmer has an upset stomach or loose stool, please let us know before they get in the water.

Nobody wants a p**p closure, but when it happens, keeping our swimmers safe comes first. 🧡

Save this post so you know exactly what to expect if a closure ever affects your class.

08/27/2026

Play is part of learning, both in swim lessons and at home! 🌊

Diving for rings and favorite pool toys is a simple way to make practice feel like a game while working on important skills like breath control, self-submersion, underwater movement, and confidence.

Keep toys at a depth that matches your swimmer’s current ability, never encourage them to stay underwater longer than they’re comfortable with, and always actively supervise. For beginning swimmers, stay within arm’s reach. 💙

Next pool day, toss in a few dive toys and let them learn through play!

FastTrack is back for fall! 🏊‍♀️🍂If your swimmer could use a little extra momentum, FastTrack packs 8 private lessons in...
08/24/2026

FastTrack is back for fall! 🏊‍♀️🍂

If your swimmer could use a little extra momentum, FastTrack packs 8 private lessons into just two weeks, giving them consistent time in the water to build skills, confidence, and stamina.

August 31–September 10
🌺 8 private lessons
🌺 20 minutes each
🌺 Monday–Thursday
🌺 4:00–7:00 PM time slots
🌺 $650 for the two-week session

This is a great option for swimmers who need a skill boost or families trying to fit swim around busy school and sports schedules.

Registration is NOW OPEN! Head to the link in our bio to grab your swimmer’s spot.

08/20/2026

NEW at Makai! 🌊💙

Meet Floatie Friends™ Floatie Mats, one of our favorite ways to bring even more play into learning!

These colorful floating mats create a stable platform in the water that can be used for practicing balance and coordination, building water confidence, creating obstacle courses, playing games, and finding all kinds of creative ways to keep swimmers learning through play.

Perfect for swim instructors, swim schools, camps, aquatic therapy, or even adding some Makai-style fun to your home pool. Each set includes two mats.

Floatie Friends™ Floatie Mats are now available at Makai AND on our website! Head to the link in our bio to shop. 🌺

Tiny swimmers, big pool rules! 🩵For swimmers ages 3 and under, a Happy Nappy DUO Swim Diaper is required at Makai Swim. ...
08/15/2026

Tiny swimmers, big pool rules! 🩵
For swimmers ages 3 and under, a Happy Nappy DUO Swim Diaper is required at Makai Swim. It’s an important part of keeping our pool clean, healthy, and ready for everyone to enjoy.
Unlike standard swim diapers, the Happy Nappy DUO is designed to help contain f***l accidents and protect the pool from contamination that can lead to closures.
Need one? Happy Nappy DUOs are available to purchase at the pool or through our website.
And a heads up for our Fall Session families: next week is Diaper Check Week! 🍑 We’ll be making sure our littlest swimmers have the proper swim diaper before getting in the water.
Thanks for helping us keep Makai safe, clean, and swimming! 🌺

What should your swimmer wear to class? 🩱🌊 The good news: for most swimmers, it’s pretty simple!A comfortable, well-fitt...
08/13/2026

What should your swimmer wear to class? 🩱🌊 The good news: for most swimmers, it’s pretty simple!
A comfortable, well-fitting swimsuit is the main event, but there are a few extras that can make lessons more comfortable and help your swimmer get the most out of their time in the water.
From goggles and swim caps to rash guards, sunscreen, and our diaper requirements for little swimmers, swipe through for everything you need to know before heading to the pool. Don't forget to stop by the link in our bio - Shop Makai has just about everything you'll need! 🌺
A few Makai reminders:
🧡 Goggles are optional, but no full-face or nose-covering styles.
🧡 Long hair should be pulled back and out of the face.
🧡 Swimmers under 3 and/or not yet potty trained need an approved swim diaper setup.
🧡 Flippers are provided when your instructor feels they’ll support your swimmer’s learning.
🧡 Apply sunscreen at least 15 minutes before getting in the pool.
Save this one for your swim bag packing routine!

New session, new Trade Book! 🍂🌊As we head into our Fall Session, remember that our Spring and Summer Trade Books are now...
08/11/2026

New session, new Trade Book! 🍂🌊
As we head into our Fall Session, remember that our Spring and Summer Trade Books are now closed. Missed lessons from previous sessions do not carry over, so all trades moving forward will be for classes missed during the current Fall Session.
Know you’re going to miss a class? Add your spot to the Trade Book, then check for an available class that works for your swimmer to trade into.
🍂 Fall Session: August 10 – November 7
Questions about using the Trade Book? Our Makai team is always happy to help!

08/06/2026

Getting ready for your first Swim With Me class? 👶🌊 A little prep can make that first day at the pool feel a whole lot smoother for both you and your little swimmer!
A few things to know before class:
🌺 Arrive a little early so you have plenty of time to get settled and rinse off together before getting in.
🌺 Check that Happy Nappy! Swimmers 3 and under need a properly fitting Happy Nappy DUO Swim Diaper before entering the pool.
🌺 Wait for your instructor’s cue, then enter together from the far steps. It keeps class organized and helps us start safely as a group.
New experiences can take a little getting used to, and that’s okay. Swim With Me is all about building comfort, confidence, and positive experiences in the water together. 🩵
Save this for your first class, or send it to a parent getting ready to join us!

Meet your swimmer’s new favorite pool buddy! 🌊Floatie Friends are designed to make pool time fun while helping swimmers ...
08/05/2026

Meet your swimmer’s new favorite pool buddy! 🌊
Floatie Friends are designed to make pool time fun while helping swimmers build real skills in the water. Unlike wearable flotation, they allow kids to find their own balance and body position while providing a little extra support to hold onto as they kick, move, and explore.
They’re great for:
🌺 Building balance and buoyancy
🌺 Encouraging independent movement
🌺 Practicing kicking and body position
🌺 Building confidence during family pool time
🌺 Adding a little extra fun to swim practice
Easy to pack, fun to play with, and a Makai favorite for supervised pool days. 💙
Find Floatie Friends at Makai, and shop more swim gear from FINIS using code MAKAI20 for a discount! Shop at: https://www.finisswim.com/Floatie-Friends

08/01/2026

Science + creativity + a little bit of suspense = a pretty great day at Camp Makai! 🥚🔬
Our campers put their problem-solving skills to the test with an egg drop experiment, designing and building their own creations before finding out if their egg could survive the big drop!
Activities like this turn play into hands-on learning, encouraging kids to experiment, think creatively, make predictions, and learn from whatever happens next, cracked eggs included. 😂
Just one of the many ways we keep curious minds busy at Camp Makai! 🌊

Address

1455 Elm Street
Napa, CA
94558

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
3pm - 7pm
Tuesday 3pm - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
3pm - 7pm
Thursday 3pm - 7pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+17072519200

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