About Splash Academy
We believe every child deserves to feel safe, confident, and joyful in the water. That belief drives everything we do.
Our Story
Splash Academy was founded with a simple idea: that learning to swim should never be stressful. Our founder, a former competitive swimmer and early-childhood educator, saw firsthand how fear-based teaching methods could turn children away from the water for years.
We opened our first pool in 2013 with four instructors and a waiting list that stretched around the block. Today, Splash Academy serves over 500 families a year through small-group lessons, a warm purpose-built pool, and a curriculum built on encouragement rather than pressure.
Every instructor on our team is trained in water safety, CPR, and early-childhood development. We limit class sizes to four students so each child gets the individual attention they need to grow at their own pace.
Our Values
Safety First, Always
Water safety isn’t just a module in our curriculum — it’s the lens through which every lesson is designed. We teach kids to respect and navigate water safely before we ever focus on speed or style.
Child-Led Progress
We never rush a child to the next level before they’re ready. Our instructors follow the child’s cues, celebrating every small milestone and building confidence before adding new challenges.
Joy in the Water
Swimming should be one of the best parts of a child’s week. Our instructors bring energy, warmth, and a sense of playfulness to every class so that kids genuinely look forward to coming back.
Meet Our Instructors
Maya Chen
Head Instructor & Founder
10 years teaching · Former competitive swimmer
Carlos Rivera
Senior Instructor
7 years teaching · Infant & toddler specialist
Jess Okafor
Instructor
5 years teaching · Stroke technique specialist
All Splash Academy instructors hold current Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and Water Safety Instructor certifications.
Come See Us in the Water
We offer free facility tours on weekday mornings. Bring the kids — they’re welcome to peek at a class in session.