Babes in the Backyard

2026 Swim Series

Welcome to our 2026 Saturday Morning Swim Series with Coach Tara!

Tara Shriner is a highly regarded swim instructor in Pacific Palisades. A former world-ranked competitive swimmer and 5th-generation Californian, she brings years of expertise and a patient, encouraging approach to teaching swimmers of all ages — from toddlers to adults. Through her private lessons, she specializes in building water confidence and safety skills in a fun, personalized setting. We can't wait to swim with you!

8:30am
Parent & Me Style Class
Ages 1-2 years
Accompanied by a Parent or Caregiver

9:00am
Twos Swim Class
Ages 2-3 years
On their own in the pool with a Parent or Caregiver nearby

Classes will be 30 minutes each, please arrive early.
Limit of 5 swimmers per class for 2-3 years and
Limit of 6 swimmers for the Parent & Me (1-2 years) class

Our private pool in Pacific Palisades is salt water and will be heated to 85-90 degrees for each class. Please remember to bring a swim suit and towel for your little one, swim diapers, any sunscreen, snacks, milk/water needed, as well as a change of clothes for afterwards. The pool will be shaded when necessary.

Snacks will be offered for both parents and children. Feel free to bring additional snacks if needed.

PRO TIP: DO NOT PUT YOUR BABY IN A SWIM DIAPER UNTIL THEY ARE READY TO GET IN THE WATER! Swim diapers DO NOT absorb pee and you don’t want a car seat mess on your hands!

Text Taylor Simon should you have any question prior to class:
949.838.4035

Sign-Up Options

6 Class Package

$210

We offer a 6 class swim package where you can select your 6 preferred dates from those classes that are offered. Classes will be offered until the morning weather becomes too chilly for the little ones!

Drop-In Classes

$40

You are welcome to sign up for individual lessons as well, however please note these spots will be limited as there is a limited number of spots per class. Please click the link below to select your preferred dates.

Private Lessons

If your family would prefer to get in touch with Coach Tara directly for private lessons at your home pool, please send me an email and I would be happy to make the introduction:

Taylor Simon
babesinthebackyard@gmail.com