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LA Surf and Swim offers swimming lessons and wave riding instruction. The program uses Coach Syd Lovelace's Water Balance Method, which focuses on getting children comfortable and balanced in a horizontal position on their stomach and back. Instruction includes abundant positive verbal reinforcements and gentle persistence, with an emphasis on fun, safe, and efficient techniques in a creative and nurturing environment.
• Ages: 0–17 years old
The program states that it supports children with an aversion to water using bathtub homework and anxiety redirection. LA Surf and Swim is led by Coach Syd Lovelace. Its mission is: “We are true water lovers and mentors to our students. From baby swimmers to bucket list wave riding, we believe in helping to create a lifelong love for the water.” The program is connected with the nonprofit 4TheLoveofWater (flow).
One parent, Eli L., shared: “WE HAVE BEEN WITH LA SURF AND SWIM FOR OVER A YEAR AND COULDN'T BE HAPPIER. OUR KIDS HAVE BLOSSOMED WITH THEIR SWIM METHOD. WE FEEL SAFE WITH OUR KIDS IN THE POOL WITHOUT FLOATIES AND THEY ABSOLUTELY LOVE BEING IN THE WATER. MY TWO-YEAR-OLD CAN HOLD HIS BREATH WHILE SWIMMING UNDERWATER AND MY FIVE-YEAR-OLD IS LEARNING HOW TO DO BUTTERFLY, FREESTYLE, AND BREAST STROKES. THE TEAM IS REALLY NICE AND ACCOMMODATING - IT FEELS LIKE A REAL FAMILY!”
Last updated June 26, 2026.
• Ages: 0–17 years old
The program states that it supports children with an aversion to water using bathtub homework and anxiety redirection. LA Surf and Swim is led by Coach Syd Lovelace. Its mission is: “We are true water lovers and mentors to our students. From baby swimmers to bucket list wave riding, we believe in helping to create a lifelong love for the water.” The program is connected with the nonprofit 4TheLoveofWater (flow).
One parent, Eli L., shared: “WE HAVE BEEN WITH LA SURF AND SWIM FOR OVER A YEAR AND COULDN'T BE HAPPIER. OUR KIDS HAVE BLOSSOMED WITH THEIR SWIM METHOD. WE FEEL SAFE WITH OUR KIDS IN THE POOL WITHOUT FLOATIES AND THEY ABSOLUTELY LOVE BEING IN THE WATER. MY TWO-YEAR-OLD CAN HOLD HIS BREATH WHILE SWIMMING UNDERWATER AND MY FIVE-YEAR-OLD IS LEARNING HOW TO DO BUTTERFLY, FREESTYLE, AND BREAST STROKES. THE TEAM IS REALLY NICE AND ACCOMMODATING - IT FEELS LIKE A REAL FAMILY!”
Last updated June 26, 2026.
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