Children Of The Sea

Children Of The Sea Safe, fun swim lessons for babies & kids. Small classes, warm 91 degree water, & trained instructors!

Children of the Sea, or Keiki Kai in Hawaiian, was founded in the early eighties by owner, Lynne Zavrski. After years of experience within aquatics, Lynne decided to start her own school. In 1982, Lynne founded Keiki Kai, teaching private lessons in her backyard and then from 1982 to 1990, Lynne also taught swimming in city and county pools in and around Oahu. It was there that she began to develo

p her individually paced teaching philosophy that is the Water Safe Program of Children of the Sea today. In 1996, Lynne brought her knowledge and methods to the mainland. It was here in Portland that she founded and built our state-of-the art facility. Our approach to teaching has been designed to build awareness and self-confidence in the water. Our staff takes pride in our uniquely innovative water-safe program. The basic premise of our philosophy is that children progress at their own level of learning and readiness. We believe that each child can learn to love and respect the water. Through stimulation, positive reinforcement, patience and practice, our students learn new skills while having fun. Our professional staff takes pride in turning focus from basic instinctive responses into life saving water skills. Our highly qualified instructors are trained to emphasize, with gentle and patient encouragement, the latest aquatic techniques. Our facility has been designed to meet the needs of every student. The innovative design of our facility ensures ultimate enjoyment for all. Our entire staff is CPR certified for the Professional Rescuer, as well as trained in accordance with the USSSA code of ethics and the Children Of the Sea Water Safe Program.

02/27/2026

When your mom used to work at Children of the Sea… you get extra swim time! (Back when Baby K was only 3 months old.) Sign up today! www.childrenofthesea.com

New year, new goals. Kick off the New Year with swim lessons your kid will love. Proud to be a locally owned small busin...
01/08/2026

New year, new goals. Kick off the New Year with swim lessons your kid will love. Proud to be a locally owned small business serving our community-- thank you for supporting local! Sign up now at www.childrenofthesea.com.

11/26/2025
Since 1996, we’ve been proud to be a local, family-owned swim school— helping children build confidence, safety and a li...
10/29/2025

Since 1996, we’ve been proud to be a local, family-owned swim school— helping children build confidence, safety and a lifelong love of the water.

With big swim franchises open around us, we’re staying true to what makes us special:
- Personal connections
- Caring, experienced instructors who grow with your swimmers
- Lessons focused on safety, confidence and joy in every splash

Thank you for swimming local and supporting a small business that’s grown right here with you!

- A place where your family feels at home

We take pride in our unique water safety program. Our philosophy is that children progress at their individual level of learning and readiness. We believe that each child can learn to love and respect the water. Through stimulation, positive reinforcement, patience, and practice students master new....

Learn to swim at Children of the Sea! Join our small group swim lessons for babies and kids in our warm, kid-friendly po...
06/12/2025

Learn to swim at Children of the Sea! Join our small group swim lessons for babies and kids in our warm, kid-friendly pool! Safe, fun and the perfect way to build confidence in the water! Check out our website for more information and to register.

Baby swim lessons offer numerous benefits for both babies and parents. They promote physical development by strengthenin...
01/11/2025

Baby swim lessons offer numerous benefits for both babies and parents. They promote physical development by strengthening muscles and improving coordination, while also boosting cognitive growth through sensory stimulation. These lessons help babies feel comfortable in water and teach early water safety skills, building confidence and trust. Bonding with parents is enhanced through shared experiences, and socialization with other babies encourages emotional growth. Regular swim lessons contribute to a baby’s health, immune system, and overall well-being. Start your baby’s aquatic journey today and give them the skills, confidence, and joy that will last a lifetime! Register today at www.childrenofthesea.com!

We take pride in our unique water safety program. Our philosophy is that children progress at their individual level of learning and readiness. We believe that each child can learn to love and respect the water. Through stimulation, positive reinforcement, patience, and practice students master new....

Make a Splash with Swim Lessons for Kids!Swimming is a life-saving skill that every child should have! Our swim lessons ...
10/02/2024

Make a Splash with Swim Lessons for Kids!

Swimming is a life-saving skill that every child should have! Our swim lessons cater to kids as young as 4 months up to around 10 years old. Our experienced instructors provide a safe and fun environment for your child to learn and grow in the water. From basic strokes to advanced techniques, our program will help your child build confidence and improve their skills. Visit our website at http://www.childrenofthesea.com for more information and to register!

We take pride in our unique water safety program. Our philosophy is that children progress at their individual level of learning and readiness. We believe that each child can learn to love and respect the water. Through stimulation, positive reinforcement, patience, and practice students master new....

It’s life jacket safety week! Don’t forget to wear your clothes over your swim suit! We will work on “Throw Don’t Go” sk...
03/26/2024

It’s life jacket safety week! Don’t forget to wear your clothes over your swim suit! We will work on “Throw Don’t Go” skills, how to save someone safely and the proper way ti wear a life jacket.

First day of swim class! Think she had fun? Morning and afternoon classes available. Register at www.childrenofthesea.co...
02/28/2024

First day of swim class! Think she had fun? Morning and afternoon classes available. Register at www.childrenofthesea.com

Today marks one year since we closed our doors due to COVID-19. Since that time, we have completed construction of our s...
03/13/2021

Today marks one year since we closed our doors due to COVID-19. Since that time, we have completed construction of our swimming pool and facility at our new Portland location (10225 SW Park Way). We were able to open mid-Fall 2020 for private swim lessons for about 8 weeks before being shut down again due to the rise in COVID-19 cases. Recently, we have been able to run some private pool rentals for our current clientele.

I want to take this time to thank our families that have kept credits on their account and continued to wait for us to reopen. I would also like to thank the families who donated their Spring 2020 credits and for the countless families who sent emails asking how our staff and company were doing and continuing to ask when we are able to open. We hope to open for previous and new families in the next few months as COVID-19 cases decline. (All updates will be posted on our website www.childrenofthesea.com)

Melissa at Aedan Studio Photography was gracious enough to offer our swim school a free photo shoot. For those families who have been unable to see our new facility, I would love to share the amazing photos Melissa captured.

We hope that our staff, patrons, and future clients continue staying safe and healthy. We can't wait to open our doors and see our little fish again. We miss you guys tremendously and would not still be here today without your support.

Swimmingly,
Children of the Sea

Happy New Year to all our families, staff and little swimmers. We hope to re-open early 2021. Thank you to everyone who ...
01/01/2021

Happy New Year to all our families, staff and little swimmers. We hope to re-open early 2021. Thank you to everyone who has supported us over this past year (and previous years). We miss our families and little swimmers SO MUCH and can’t wait to see everyone again. Stay safe and healthy! -Children of the Sea

Address

10225 SW Park Way
Portland, OR
97225

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 7pm

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