Business Details
Expert Swim Lessons & Competitive Training in Saratoga
Saratoga Star Aquatics was founded by Olympic champions dedicated to nurturing the next generation of swimmers. Our facility houses the largest indoor swimming pool in the Bay Area, offering year-round programs for children aged 6 months to 17 years. With a team of world-renowned coaches, including four-time Olympic medalist Lin Li and American Swimming Coaches Association Level 5 coach Abi Liu, we combine elite expertise with personalized instruction. Our programs range from beginner lessons to competitive team training, emphasizing small class ratios and certified instruction.We prioritize safety, skill development, and confidence-building in a climate-controlled environment. Our extended hours and flexible membership options cater to families and individuals seeking consistent aquatic education. By integrating Olympic-level techniques with accessible community programs, we aim to make high-quality swimming instruction available to all skill levels. Our facility also hosts summer camps and health club memberships, ensuring comprehensive aquatic services for the local community.
Services
Swim Lessons
Competitive Swim Team
Summer Camp Programs
Health Club Membership
In-Water Evaluations
Olympic-Level Coaching
Pool Facility Rentals
Kinesiology-Based Training
Youth Aquatics Programs
Swim Level Assessments
Highlights and features
- We employ Olympic champions and Level 5 certified coaches.
- We operate the Bay Area's largest indoor swimming facility.
- Our classes maintain a 1:4 instructor-to-student ratio.
- We offer extended hours for family and individual accessibility.
- Our curriculum prepares swimmers for competitive events nationwide.
What people say
Olympic-level instruction
Patient certified instructors
Excellent facility maintenance
Structured skill progression
Family-friendly environment
Services
Swim Lessons
Structured swim lessons for children aged 6 months to 17 years. Our curriculum progresses from basic water comfort to advanced stroke techniques. Certified instructors use Olympic-proven methods to develop swimming proficiency in a safe, climate-controlled environment.
Competitive Swim Team
Advanced training program for competitive swimmers preparing for regional and national events. Coaches with Olympic and World Championship experience provide specialized stroke development, race strategy, and endurance training in our 50-meter indoor pool.
Summer Camp Programs
Seasonal day camps combining swimming instruction with recreational water activities. Designed for skill development and fun, our camps accommodate all ability levels with certified lifeguard supervision and structured lesson plans.
Health Club Membership
Year-round facility access for lap swimming, family recreation, and aquatic fitness. Members enjoy unlimited use of our 50-meter competition pool, warm-water therapy pool, and adjacent fitness amenities.
In-Water Evaluations
Free swim level assessments conducted by certified instructors. Evaluations determine appropriate class placement through structured water comfort and skill demonstrations, ensuring proper progression in our tiered curriculum.
People
Lin Li
Head Coach
Four-time Olympic medalist and former world record holder in 200m individual medley. Relocated to San Jose in 1995 to develop youth swimming programs using Olympic-level expertise and training methodologies.
Abi Liu
Senior Coach
American Swimming Coaches Association Level 5 certified coach with USA Olympic team experience. Holds BS in Kinesiology and specializes in age-group development and competitive stroke refinement for aspiring athletes.
Questions
What swim levels do you offer?
We provide 10 progressive levels for ages 6 months to 17 years, from basic water comfort to competitive stroke development.
How do I determine my child's swim level?
Schedule a free in-water evaluation with our certified instructors to assess swimming abilities and recommend appropriate class placement.
Do you offer adult swim lessons?
While our primary focus is youth programs, we offer limited adult swim instruction through private lessons and family memberships.
What competitive opportunities exist?
Our swim team prepares athletes for Gran Prix events, US Open, Junior Nationals, and Olympic Trials through specialized training programs.
Are there family membership options?
Yes, we provide tiered family memberships with unlimited facility access and discounted program rates for multiple children.
What safety certifications do instructors hold?
All instructors maintain current lifeguard certification, CPR training, and specialized swimming instructor credentials from recognized aquatics organizations.
Reviews (4)
Anna Soming
Oct 25, 2021
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Critical:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
my son told me hi teacher yelled at him saying what are you doing. i say explain to my son. kids swim many times but are not learning. teacher needs to teach not yell and not say just swim
my son told me hi teacher yelled at him saying what are you doing. i say explain to my son. kids swim many times but are not learning. teacher needs to teach not yell and not say just swim
Susanna L.
Oct 14, 2021
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My daughter just joined the White level swimming class recently, and I am very mad and shocked of what I saw happening during the swimming class last night. First, the class was 1:5 ratio in which some instructors will have no problem in handling, and I understand how much attention each student can have when it comes to 1:5 ratio, but it is unacceptable for an instructor not to give any instruction or demonstrations at all. He was just telling the students to swim back and forth doing laps without any corrections made or advices given. I watched the whole 40 mins class session, the instructor
Marmar R.
Sep 04, 2021
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Stay away from Saratoga star Aquatics if u don't want to be scammed!! The owner or the manager lady is a scammerShe takes ur money but no class!! She is unprofessional and a lier.
Hem N.
Aug 06, 2021
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+ Coaches are good.
- The lady at front desk is very rude and their schedule is really a mess. It definitely requires basic management training.
- Yes, the owner Li Lin was a 4-time Olympic champion, but she really didn't know how to communicate with young kids or encourage them. Her words often hurt kids feeling. Probably that was exactly how she was treated in China when she was a kid. If your kid requires direct interaction with her, be CAUTIOUS if you care more about your kids mental health.
- The lady at front desk is very rude and their schedule is really a mess. It definitely requires basic management training.
- Yes, the owner Li Lin was a 4-time Olympic champion, but she really didn't know how to communicate with young kids or encourage them. Her words often hurt kids feeling. Probably that was exactly how she was treated in China when she was a kid. If your kid requires direct interaction with her, be CAUTIOUS if you care more about your kids mental health.
