Swimming Lessons in Bozeman
Montana Swim Academy provides swimming lessons in Bozeman for any age. We operate out of two locations: Holiday Inn Express & Suites and MSU Student Wellness Center.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
2305 Catron Street near I-90
Simply park in the hotel’s main parking lot and enter through the lobby. Hotel staff can help direct you to the indoor pool where we hold lessons. Once you arrive, please check in with the Deck Manager at the table on deck. There you will receive your welcome bag and parent orientation. The hotel has public restrooms available that students may access at any point during their lessons. We also have changing tents available.
Current Swimming Lessons at the Holiday Inn Express in Bozeman
MSU Student Wellness Center
950 W Grant St.
Simply park in any of the bobcat parking lots and enter through the lobby. MSU Membership staff can help direct you to the indoor pool where we hold lessons. Once you arrive, please check in with the Deck Manager at the table on deck. There you will receive your welcome bag and parent orientation. MSU has public restrooms available that students may access at any point during their lessons. We also have changing tents available.
Current Swimming Lessons at the MSU Student Wellness Center in Bozeman
Bozeman Staff
Kelli
My name is Kelli. Originally hailing from the East Coast, I made Bozeman my home in 2022. My life long affinity for water began with swimming on my neighborhood team and evolved into roles as a lifeguard, swim instructor and pool manager throughout high school and college. I am very passionate about water safety and have always been an advocate for ensuring everyone’s well-being in any aquatic environment. With extensive experience in office management and customer service, I took a career break to raise my three children Mak, Rose and Everett. When I returned to professional life, I knew I had to make a meaningful impact both personally and within my community. Recent experiences inspired me to return to the pool to empower individuals of all ages to swim proficiently and more importantly how to stay safe in the water. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Michael, and our children and dog, Scout. I can be found camping, canoeing, boating, exploring d
Phoebe
My name is Phoebe! I’m from Brookfield, Vermont and I’m a Junior at MSU studying Psychology. Some of my favorite things are hiking, making art, traveling, and snowboarding! I love to be in the water and I have been a lifeguard for about 6 years. My favorite part of working at Montana Swim Academy is the amazing and supportive staff I get to work with! I also absolutely love seeing kids learning and gaining confidence while swimming!
Ali
Hi! My name is Ali, and I’m from Lewistown, MT. I’m currently a freshman at MSU studying Biomedical Engineering. My favorite hobbies include swimming, running, biking, and making art or music. I swam competitively for the majority of my childhood, and I was a lifeguard and swim lessons instructor in my hometown before I came to Bozeman. I love being in the water, and my favorite part of teaching swim lessons is seeing kids gain confidence and improve their skills as swimmers!
Anna
Hi I’m Anna! I’m from Raleigh, NC and recently graduated from Hamilton College with a BA in Environmental Studies. I started swimming competitively at age 8 and continued through high school and all four years of college. I have also lifeguarded for four years, coached swimming, and taught private swim lessons. Besides swimming, I enjoy hiking, climbing, skiing, and riding my bike around Bozeman. I love Montana Swim Academy because I get to help people of all ages improve their stroke technique to become more confident and efficient swimmers!
Emmy
My name is Emmy. I am from Kalispell, Montana. I’m a student at MSU studying radiology. I have been a swim instructor for 2.5 years now and absolutely love teaching lessons. It’s such a great experience getting to watch kids grow learning so many new skills. Working for Montana Swim Academy is a very great experience with all the amazing and wonderful people.
Isabella
My name is Isabella and I’m from San Diego, California. I grew up surfing, playing water polo, and swimming both competitively and for fun! I’m currently attending MSU and am studying cell biology and neuroscience. I have obtained my EMT license and have dedicated numerous years of my life to working with and taking care of children. I love it here at Montana Swim Academy because I get to teach kids what I’ve learned in a fun and healthy atmosphere and watch them progress through different levels of difficulty!
Julia
Hi, my name is Julia and I’m from Curitiba, Brazil. I grew up swimming but stopped when I moved to the U.S. but I’ve picked it back up my last two years of high school. I’ve lifeguarded and swim instructed before and I’m so glad I get to be a part of the Montana Swim Academy team. I am currently a student at MSU studying Neuroscience and Cell Biology (pre-med) planning to attend medical school.
Natalya
Hello, my name is Natalya! I’m from Helena, MT and I’m currently a sophomore at MSU studying architecture with a minor in sustainability. In my free time, I like to go thrifting, call my friends, listen to music on my record player, and watch movies! I have been teaching swim lessons for 4 years and I absolutely adore it! I love working at Montana Swim Academy because I am able to work with kids and help them progress their swimming skills!
Shafalika
Hi I’m Shafalika. I grew up in Spokane where I spent lots of time in the water. I have taught children’s sports like basketball and soccer and lead youth summer camps. I love seeing children grow their confidence and learn new skills. I am excited to be teaching with Montana Swim Academy and making sure children are safe and confident in the water.
Sofia
Hi! My name is Sofia and I’m from Denver, Colorado. I’m a sophomore at MSU studying business marketing. My favorite things to do in my free time are skiing, being with my friends, and hiking. I’ve been swimming since I was little, and I love being in and around the water! I love Montana Swim Academy because I love to watch kids gain confidence in the pool and have fun while learning to swim!
Sophia
My name is Sophia. I’m from Kalispell, Montana where I grew up swimming and boating on the lake as well as lifeguarding. I’m currently a Sophomore at MSU studying psychology and sociology. I love teaching and seeing kids gain skills and confidence in themselves and swimming. And I’m glad to be apart of the Montana Swim Academy team and teach along side amazing and kind people.
Walker
Hello my name is Walker and I’m from Portland Oregon, and a sophomore at MSU studying sociology with a focus in criminology. I have been swimming my whole life and have been a swim instructor for three years now. Along with this I also have a free diving certification and enjoy spearfishing. When I’m not free diving on the Oregon coast some other things I love to do are fishing, hunting, and playing soccer. I love work at Montana Swim Academy because learning to swim, in my opinion is one of the most important things a person can do in life, and I love being able teach kids to be safe and successful swims.