Led by a champion.
Silvia Schich swam for the Brazilian National Team and holds South American records. Today, all that discipline goes into how your child is taught.
Swim lessons in Greater Orlando · Ages 6 months to adult
Confident swimmers. Safer families. Taught by a South American champion.
At Schich Swim Academy, your child learns to swim with a proven method, certified instructors and a clear path from first splash to swim team — at LA Fitness, in Kissimmee or in your own backyard pool.
Takes less than 2 minutes · Step Up For Students scholarships accepted
South American Champion & Record Holder✦
Official LA Fitness Partner✦
Step Up For Students Approved Provider✦
USA Swimming Registered Team✦
South American Champion & Record Holder✦
Official LA Fitness Partner✦
Step Up For Students Approved Provider✦
USA Swimming Registered Team✦
7certified instructors
400+swimmers taught
6 mo+first lessons start
2020founded in Florida
Every parent wants the same thing: to 
relax when their child is near the water.
Florida life happens around pools, lakes and beaches. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for young children — and most of it is preventable. Real water skills, taught early and taught right, change everything. That's what we do, one confident swimmer at a time.
Why families choose Schich
A method, not improvisation.
Every lesson follows the Schich Method, and every swimmer climbs the Schich Pathway. You always know what your child is learning and what comes next.
Safety first, always.
Certified, background-checked instructors trained in CPR, first aid and modern teaching techniques.
Everyone belongs in the water.
We teach children with autism and physical disabilities with patience, adapted lessons and real joy.
Short lessons, real progress.
30-minute sessions keep little ones focused and moving forward every week.
Where it works for you.
LA Fitness Windermere, our Kissimmee location, or private lessons at your home or condo pool.
A program for every swimmer
From a baby's first float to race day. All lessons are 30 minutes, private or in small groups.
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Babies & Toddlers
6 months – 3 yearsGentle water adaptation with a parent nearby. Trust first, skills next.
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Kids
4 – 13 yearsFloating, breathing, strokes and water safety, level by level. Afraid of the water? That's our specialty.
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Special Needs
One-on-oneAdapted one-on-one lessons for children with autism, sensory differences and physical disabilities.
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Adults
Never too lateLearn to swim or refine your technique, judgment-free.
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Swim Team
USA SwimmingUSA Swimming–registered competitive training for swimmers ready for more.
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At-Home Lessons
Greater OrlandoPrivate instruction in your own pool across Greater Orlando.
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From first splash to athlete
At Schich Swim Academy, every swimmer follows a structured progression. Each level has clear objectives, defined skills and measurable standards.
This is the transformation journey →
Adaptation Level
Jellyfish
Focus: comfort, trust and water confidence.
Students learn safe entry, breath control, facial submersion, supported floating and assisted movement. The goal is emotional security and comfort in the water. Confidence is built before independence.
Water Safety Level
Starfish
Focus: functional independence and survival skills.
Swimmers develop unsupported floating, controlled breathing, wall-return skills, safe jumps and streamline push-offs. The goal is real water safety and autonomy. Safety comes before speed.
Stroke Foundation
Dolphin
Focus: technical base of the four strokes.
Students learn freestyle and backstroke with proper body alignment and breathing timing. Breaststroke and butterfly foundations are introduced. Technique is prioritized before endurance.
Skill Expansion
Littlefish
Focus: full stroke development and coordination refinement.
Swimmers execute butterfly and breaststroke, begin medley order, practice underwater control and learn flip turns. The goal is technical consistency under challenge.
Performance Standard
Shark
Focus: endurance, efficiency and measurable performance.
Students meet distance and time standards, refine turns, improve stroke efficiency and maintain controlled breathing under effort. This level builds discipline and performance awareness.
Training Level
Pre-Team
Focus: transition from swimmer to athlete.
Swimmers train with structured sets, pacing awareness, race preparation and advanced technique under effort. Discipline, consistency and athlete mindset are developed. This is the bridge to competitive swimming.
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Meet the founder
From the Brazilian National Team
From the Brazilian National Team
to your child's first lesson.
Silvia Schich is a South American champion and record holder who swam for Brazil at the highest level. In 2020 she founded Schich Swim Academy in Florida with one mission: to transform lives through swimming. Today she is a swim coach, speaker, mentor and mom — and every lesson at Schich carries her standard.
"Every medal I won represents more than a title. It's a chapter of discipline, faith and overcoming. That's what I want every child to take from the water."
— Silvia Schich
- BrazilBrazilian National Team · South American titles and records
- 2020Founds Schich Swim Academy in Florida
- 2024First immigrant-founded swim company to officially partner with LA Fitness
- TodayApproved Step Up For Students Direct Provider · Swim Team registered with USA Swimming
- 2026Opens the Kissimmee location
- Equality in the water
- Discipline with love
- Character first
- Clear progress
Instructors
Certified. Trained. Aligned with the Schich Method.
Every instructor at Schich Swim Academy is carefully selected and professionally trained to follow our structured methodology — always with safety first, clear progression and consistent communication with families.
Paulo
Paulo is known for being extremely patient and calm, helping swimmers feel safe and supported from the very first lesson. He focuses on building confidence, breath control and strong technical foundations through structured progression.
Beatriz
Beatriz brings a supportive and structured approach to every session, helping swimmers develop confidence, independence and technique step by step. Her lessons prioritize clarity, safety and consistent progress.
Alessandro
Alessandro delivers energetic, focused instruction with strong attention to coordination and stroke mechanics. He supports swimmers as they transition from foundation skills into higher technical and training stages.
Anna
Anna creates a positive, secure learning environment while following the Schich Method with consistency and care. She focuses on confidence-building, skill refinement and helping swimmers progress with clear goals each lesson.
Ana
Ana is especially wonderful with young children and babies, creating a calm, nurturing and safe learning environment. She focuses on water adaptation, confidence-building and gentle progression through early developmental stages.
- International Certification in Instructor Training — Schich Swim Academy
- CPR / First Aid
- Background Check
Simple plans. No surprises.
Choose the best option for your schedule. Monthly plans, 30-minute lessons.
Little Group
$247/ month
- Small group for the youngest swimmers
- Water adaptation and safety through play
- Progress tracked on the Schich Pathway
Private Lessons
$337/ month
- 100% of the instructor's attention
- Fastest, most consistent progress
- Ideal for fear of water and special needs
Group Lessons
$217/ month
- Small groups by age and level
- Motivation and fun with peers
- Best value per lesson
At-Home Package
Private lessons in your own pool, across Greater Orlando.
$537/ 6 classes
Swim Team
USA Swimming–registered competitive training.
$277/ month
2026 enrollment fee: $77 · Paying with Step Up? →
Step Up For Students
Have a Step Up For Students scholarship? Use it here.
Schich Swim Academy is an approved Direct Provider. Eligible families can pay for lessons with scholarship funds — in three simple steps.
Talk to Us on WhatsApp- 1
Log in to the Step Up marketplace
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Find Schich Swim Academy and pick your package
- 3
Confirm — we'll call you to schedule
What parents are saying
5.0 ★★★★★
Based on 9 Google reviews
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My son is 5. He fell into a pool when he was 2 — a very traumatic experience for us. We put my fear aside and enrolled him in professional lessons. After 4 months, he can fall into the pool, swim and get out on his own. Today he has the ability to survive. I highly recommend it. 5⭐!
★★★★★
Silvia is the best teacher ever. She has the best team and method to make your kid a champion. My boys love her classes. I really recommend!
★★★★★
The best coaches in Orlando — a wonderful, qualified team with personal care for each student. Silvia specializes in children with disabilities; I felt safe leaving my kids with her in the water. Their progress was incredible. Recommend it 1000x.
★★★★★
Silvinha is an incredible professional. My son has improved so much — her dynamic makes lessons enjoyable for kids, and her flexibility is a big plus for our busy life. Thank you, Schich Swim Academy, for making a difference in my son's life!
★★★★★
Especially if you have little ones, swimming should start early — and Silvia and her whole team are the best option in Orlando and the region. Super recommend!
★★★★★
An excellent experience with Coach Silvia and her team. My son started to love swimming with her. Very grateful and satisfied.
★★★★★
Excellent, welcoming professionals who deliver what they promise. My son loves it and is improving fast. Very satisfied! Thank you Aninha, Felipe and Silvia — you're a 10.
★★★★★
Silvia is very attentive, and her whole team is welcoming and trained with great excellence.
★★★★★
Silvia's swim lessons are amazing. She has her own technique that really helps kids go from zero to swimming in up to 3 months.
Real reviews published on Google. Some translated from Portuguese.
Questions parents ask us
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What age can my child start?
From 6 months old — and we also teach teens and adults.
How long is each lesson?
30 minutes — short enough to keep children focused, long enough for consistent progress.
My child is afraid of the water. Can you help?
Absolutely. Our instructors use positive reinforcement and water-confidence techniques. We never rush — trust first, skills next.
Private or group lessons?
Both. Private lessons offer maximum attention; small groups add motivation and fun. We'll help you choose.
Do you teach children with autism or physical disabilities?
Yes. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do, with adapted one-on-one lessons.
Are your instructors certified?
Yes — certified, background-checked and trained in CPR, first aid and modern teaching methods.
Where do lessons take place?
At LA Fitness in Windermere, at our Kissimmee location, or at your home or condo pool across Greater Orlando.
Do you accept Step Up For Students?
Yes, we're an approved Direct Provider. Eligible families can pay for lessons with scholarship funds.
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The best time to start swimming was yesterday. The second best is this week.
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Contact
Get in touch
Ready to start your swimming journey? Choose the best way to reach us — we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
- Phone & WhatsApp+1 (321) 961-9857
- Instagram@schichswimacademy
- E-mailschichsports@gmail.com
- AddressLA Fitness · Windermere, FLAlso in Kissimmee and at your home pool
- HoursMonday to Saturday · Sunday closed