PERSONALIZED LESSONS | PROGRESSIVE SWIM PROGRAM | MEASURABLE PROGRESS
Skill-Building Swim Lessons
For Ages 3+, Teens and Adults.
OUR VISION
Developing Confident,
Skilled Swimmers For Life
WETS Academy is setting a new standard in swim education through personalized, skill-building instruction that helps swimmers progress with more ease, confidence, and consistency than traditional levels-based lessons.
OUR CURRICULUM
WETS Progressive Swim Program
In WETS Progressive Swim Program, every swimmer follows a personalized progression plan focused on building confidence, foundational stills, stroke techniques, and endurance.
Our skills-based program meets swimmers where they are, helping them continuously improve lesson by lesson. In small class sizes, Certified WETS Swim Instructors guide students through Stages 1 and 2 of WETS Skill Progressions, reinforcing proper form and rewarding growth with our motivating Skill Token System.
Whether a student is learning to swim for the first time, overcoming water fear, or preparing for club, competition or another aquatic pursuit, when students graduate from our program they are equipped with the capabilities to swim well with confidence for life.
WHY PROGRESSIONS
The Foundational Skills
The WETS Skill Progression Method teaches one skill at a time, helping swimmers develop the movement, breath control, and buoyancy needed to move confidently through the water. Practicing skills in sequence builds muscle memory and correct technique, creating a strong foundation for strokes and endurance as swimmers grow.
Certified WETS Swim Instructors guide each swimmer from where they are, considering both age and stage of skill, and follow a consistent, skill-building approach. Students may begin with water comfort and safe entries, then move through foundational skills toward strokes and endurance. Each progression builds on the last, helping swimmers advance with confidence. Instructors are trained to spot common errors, provide proactive corrections, and use consistent start positions to reinforce proper technique.
With small class sizes, every swimmer receives personalized attention and progresses at their own pace.
PROVEN METHOD
Designed To Help Swimmers Progress
The core elements of our program make swim lessons more impactful and motivating for swimmers.
personalized progression
Swimmers follow a customized path based on their age, skill and comfort, ensuring progress that’s fast, safe, and tailored.
consistent START POSITIONS
Every movement begins with a consistent body position to teach proper alignment and control for stroke development.
ERROR ANTICIPATION
Certified WETS Swim Instructors are trained to spot common mistakes early and help swimmers develop proper technique from the start.
small class sizes
Our small class sizes ensure swimmers get the personalized attention they need to grow with confidence.
SKILL TOKENS AND WRISTBANDS
Swimmers collect tokens on their WETS wristband until they complete their collection and graduate with a certificate.
CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
All WETS Swim Instructors are certified through WETS Pro and trained to deliver consistent standards in every lesson.
CORE VALUES
The Heart of Every Lesson,
Interaction, and Milestone
At WETS, how we teach is just as important as what we teach. Our values guide every lesson, interaction, and milestone in the water. We believe behind every confident swimmer is a team and a mission grounded in personalization, safety, hospitality, and excellence - values that shape the WETS learning experience.
PERSONALIZATION
We Teach Swimmers - Not Levels.
Every swimmer learns differently, and our approach is designed to adapt. Through our small class sizes and Skill Progression Method, we deliver personalized instruction that builds confidence and helps students continuously improve.
SAFETY
Swimming Skills For Life
Our work is rooted in building water-safe communities. From how we train our Instructors to teaching Skill Progressions, safety is at the core of everything we do. We teach proper technique from the start, helping swimmers develop skills for life.
HOSPITALITY
Every Interaction Leaves An Impression
We lead with warmth, respect, and intention. From greeting swimmers on deck to celebrating their progress, we create a welcoming environment where every child feels seen, supported, and valued. To us, hospitality means being generous with our attention and thoughtful in our teaching, creating a sense of belonging for every swimmer.
EXCELLENCE
Progress They Can Feel
Excellence at WETS means more than quality instruction—it’s about teaching with precision, purpose, and care. With each demonstrated skill, swimmers earn tangible recognition through Skill Tokens they collect on WETS Wristbands. This system replaces traditional report cards with real-time motivation—helping students stay engaged, and develop a growth mindset as they advance.
MEET OUR FOUNDER
Donna Morel
CEO & Aquatic Educator
Donna Morel is a pioneer in aquatic education with over 55 years of experience as a swim instructor, trainer, and Red Cross Master Instructor Trainer. She created the WETS Progressive Swim Program and Skill Progression Method to replace outdated swim levels with personalized progressions that help swimmers improve faster—with more confidence, stronger technique, and measurable results.
A former competitive swimmer and passionate advocate for water safety, Donna has taught tens of thousands of students and trained hundreds of instructors. Her commitment to drowning prevention, instructional excellence, and community impact is at the heart of every WETS lesson
IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS
75
Skill Progressions
PREMIUM APARTMENTS
AND PENTHOUSES
25K+
Confident Swimmers
SHOPS, BOUTIQUES
AND RESTAURANTS
100K+
Swim Lessons
ACRES OF YARDS
AND GARDEN
300+
Trained Instructors
PERMANENT AND
SEASONAL RESIDENTS
