Welcome to Zen Penguin Swim School!

where the water is for every body, and every brain.

Sharing our love of water with swimmers of all abilities since 2006

Babies

3m - 2 years

Toddlers

3-4y

Kids

4-12

Teens

13-18

Adults

18+

Our Philosophy

With twenty+ years of combined experience, we are not your average swim school. Every person on our staff shares a deep love for the water, and we are thrilled to have the privilege of sharing that joy with you and your children.

Our philosophy is based on trust and bio-mechanics. Before we get to swimming, we're going to get to know each other - whether you're 3 or 93, our instructors want to know what your experience with water has been like. Then, once we've exchanged BFF bracelets, we're going to talk about how your body moves in the water (and WHY it moves that way). We're not rushing to get you across the pool - instead, we're going to work on the fundamentals so you deeply understand how your body moves through the water, why certain things happen, and how to. move in a way that makes sense for your brain and your body. By the time we do put the strokes together, your swimming will be smooth, confident and relaxed.

Our founder, Penny Phoenix, spent years learning about the science of how our bodies move through water, but she's not just a know-it-all when it comes to physics. She is also a giant nerd about nervous system regulation and motivation. We have developed a method where every lesson is uniquely tailored to you and your brain so that every swimmer gets exactly what they need to feel safe exploring the next stage in their swimming journey.

Pricing

We have group, semi-private and 1-1 lessons available every day we are open!
Private Pool lessons can be also be arranged by request.

1-on-1 Lessons
(1 student)

$390

per swimmer
per month

Semi-Private Lessons
(2 students)

$260

per swimmer
per month


This is our most popular option!

Group Lessons
(4 students)

$220

per swimmer
per month

Looking for something a little cheaper?

Snag a JUMP-IN spot for $40!

Meet our incredible staff!

Penny P.

Founder, Instructor, Trainer

Mary L.

Swim Instructor

Sarah M.

Swim Instructor

Stephanie B.

Swim Instructor

Rachel F.

Operations Director

Our Location

Come swim with us in The Puddle, our own private indoor pool in NE Portland!

12029 NE Ainsworth Cir #100, Portland, OR 97220
The pool is heated to 93 degrees!

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12029 NE Ainsworth Cir #100, Portland, OR 97220

(971)373-6649