Zen Penguin Swim School
The Puddle (Airport Location), 12029 NE Ainsworth Cir, #100, Portland, OR 97220
About
Zen Penguin Swim School offers Parent-Child Play Session, Semi-Private Lessons, 1-on-1 Lessons, and Private Pool Lessons for ages 0-18. The program also lists a Summer Package with a 10-week summer swim session and a JUMP-IN Spot for $80 when swimmers cancel.
Programs
- Parent-Child Play Session — 0-18 · Once a week; 30 min. lessons · $220 per month · 5 students + parents, 1 instructor; specialized instructor; neurodivergent community
- Semi-Private Lessons — 0-18 · Once a week; 30 min. lessons · $260 per month · 2 students, 1 instructor; specialized instructor; neurodivergent community
- 1-on-1 Lessons — 0-18 · Once a week; 30 min. lessons · $390 per month · 1 student, 1 instructor; specialized instructor; neurodivergent community
- Private Pool Lessons — 0-18 · Once a week; 30 min. lessons · $599 per month · 1-on-1, no other swimmers in the pool; specialized instructor; neurodivergent community
- Summer Package — 0-18 · 10 weeks summer swim session
- JUMP-IN Spot — 0-18 · $80 · Available when swimmers cancel
At a glance
- Ages: 0–18 years old
- Price range: $80–$599
About the provider
Zen Penguin Swim School says it has 20+ years of combined experience. Its mission statement says it offers sensory-friendly lessons for autistic, ADHD, and neurodivergent community members, and it currently offers a self-funded scholarship program to families in need, with over $140,000+ in scholarship funds on track for 2025.
Class spots are limited and subject to availability. Taking a break from membership means the same spot is not guaranteed when returning. If a first lesson is not a good match, the swimmer may be moved to a different swim slot and admin will reach out within 24 hours. There is zero judgment allowed in the pool. Parents are off-duty for the next 30 minutes during class. Fill out the cancellation form before the 15th to cancel for the next month.
What families say
“When I first looked at the waters of a pool, it seemed very dangerous like it was going to drown me. Now it feels like it is my friend.” — Jillian
Last updated September 3, 2026.
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