
Swimming Lessons Near You: Why North York Families Trust Felix’s
If you’re searching for reliable, high-quality swimming lessons in North York, chances are you’re looking for more than just a place to splash around. You want structure. You want safety. And most importantly, you want your child—or yourself—to feel confident in the water. That’s exactly what families find at Felix’s Swim School North York. Located...

Fear of Water: The Hidden Barrier Slowing Swim Progress
How Parents Can Help Their Child Overcome It. Learning to swim is one of the most important life skills a child can develop—but for many, it’s not as simple as jumping in and having fun. One of the most common (and often overlooked) obstacles to swim progress is fear of water. This fear can range...

The Role of Swim Lessons in Drowning Prevention: Why Early Education Matters
Accidental drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under the age of 5—and yet, it’s almost entirely preventable. While supervision and barriers like pool gates are essential, swim lessons play a powerful role in protecting children and giving families peace of mind. At Felix’s Swim Schools, we believe that water safety...

3 Surprising Benefits of Baby Swimming Lessons: Why Starting Early Makes a Big Difference
When it comes to child development, the earlier you start building healthy habits, the better—and that includes swimming. While baby swimming lessons may seem like just cute water play, they actually provide powerful developmental benefits that support your child’s physical, cognitive, and emotional growth. At Felix’s Swim Schools, we’ve been helping Toronto families build strong...

Newborn Swimming Lessons: Safety Guidelines and Benefits for Tiny Swimmers
Introducing your baby to the water can be a magical experience—but it also comes with important safety questions. At Felix’s Swim Schools, where we’ve been teaching swimming across Toronto and the GTA for over 40 years, we understand that many new parents are curious (and sometimes nervous) about newborn swimming lessons. Can babies really learn...

Private vs. Group Swimming Lessons: What’s Best for Your Child in Toronto?
Finding the right swim class for your child isn’t always easy—especially in a city like Toronto, where options range from large group programs to one-on-one private instruction. At Felix’s Swim Schools, with almost 40 years of experience in swim education across the GTA, we understand how important this choice is for parents. This article breaks...

Stress-Free Birthday Planning: How Felix Swim Schools Makes It Easy for Parents
Planning a child’s birthday party can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming. Between managing invitations, finding a venue, keeping the kids entertained, and ensuring everything runs smoothly, the process can quickly shift from joyful to stressful. That’s why so many Toronto parents are turning to Felix Swim Schools for a celebration that’s not only fun...

Toronto’s School Pools Are at Risk — Your Child’s Swim Lessons Could Disappear
Protecting Our Pools, Protecting Our Kids: Why Toronto Parents Need to Speak Up For over 40 years, Felix Swim Schools has been proud to serve families across Toronto by helping children learn how to swim — safely, confidently, and joyfully. But today, we’re facing a serious threat that could impact every family who relies on...

The Amazing Benefits of Baby Swimming: Why Early Lessons Make a Big Difference
At Felix Swim Schools, we believe it’s never too early to introduce your child to the water. Starting swim lessons in infancy lays the foundation for a lifetime of confidence, safety, and joy in the pool. Beyond the basics of learning to float or kick, baby swimming classes offer a wide range of emotional, physical,...

What to Pack for a Swim Party at Felix Swim Schools
Your Go-To Checklist for a Fun, Stress-Free Pool Celebration So your child has been invited to a birthday swimming party at Felix Swim Schools—how exciting! Our indoor, warm-water pool parties are a hit with kids and parents alike, offering safe, active fun in a stress-free environment. But when party day rolls around, one question always...
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LOCATIONS & SCHEDULES8 LOCATIONS IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA TO SERVE YOU BETTER!
BEACHES
181 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON M4M 2G3, Canada
Tue & Thu: 5:00PM – 9:00PM
Wed: 5:30PM – 8:30PM
Sat – Sun: 9:30AM – 2:30PM
Mon & Fri: Closed
DOWNTOWN
64 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 1L4, Canada
Mon – Thu: 4:30PM – 9:00PM
Sat – Sun: 9:30AM – 4:45PM
Tue & Fri: Closed
JUNCTION
315 Osler St, Toronto, ON M6N 2Z4, Canada
Mon – Wed: 4:30PM – 9:00PM
Fri: 4:30PM – 7:30PM
Sat – Sun: 9:30AM – 4:45PM
Thu: Closed
MARKHAM
205 Clayton Dr, Markham, ON L3R 7P3, Canada
Tue-Fri: 4:00PM – 9:00PM
Thu: 8:00AM-12:00PM
Thu: 4:00PM – 9:00PM
Sat – Sun: 9:00AM – 3:30PM
Mon: Closed
MIDTOWN
450 Blythwood Rd, Toronto, ON M4N 1A9
Mon – Fri: 4:30PM – 7:30PM
Sat : 9:30AM – 4:45PM
Sun: 2:15PM – 6:00PM
NORTH YORK
7026 Bathurst St, Thornhill, ON L4J 8K3, Canada
Mon – Wed: 4:30PM – 9:00PM
Sun: 9:30AM – 2:30PM
Thu – Sat: Closed
THORNHILL
8403 Yonge St, Thornhill, ON L3T 6R2, Canada
Mon – Fri: 4:00PM – 9:00PM
Sat – Sun: 9:30AM – 3:30PM
WOODBRIDGE
643 Chrislea Rd #2, Woodbridge, ON L4L 8A3, Canada
Mon – Fri: 4:00PM – 8:30PM
Sat : 9:30AM – 5:00PM
Sun: 9:30AM – 2:00PM
Felix's Swim Schools is a leading swimming facility proudly serving Toronto, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Concord, York, Scarborough, East York, and Etobicoke.

