Is Goldfish Swim School a good company to work for?

Goldfish Swim School has an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5, based on over 1,104 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 54% of employees would recommend working at Goldfish Swim School to a friend and 49% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Goldfish Swim School have been left by employees working as Manager , Front Desk Representative and Supervisor .

Does Goldfish Swim School pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Goldfish Swim School employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Goldfish Swim School. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Goldfish Swim School?

54% of Goldfish Swim School employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Goldfish Swim School 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Goldfish Swim School?

Swim Instructor (241) , Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (131) , Swim Teacher (49) , Deck Supervisor (43) , Front Desk Receptionist (40) , Instructor (35) , Assistant General Manager (24) , Deck Supervisor, Instructor, Lifeguard (24) , General Manager (24) , Lifeguard (23) , Teacher (22) , Manager (21) , Supervisor (16) , Front Desk (15) , Swim Instructor/Lifeguard (14)

What are the pros of working at Goldfish Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"Good pay and easy to work" ((in 75 reviews)); "Flexible hours and very rewarding!" ((in 53 reviews)); "The people I worked with were great and they train you on everything you need to know" ((in 50 reviews)); "Great coworkers and a fun environment" ((in 42 reviews)); "Working with the kids and staff is great" ((in 39 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Goldfish Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"poor management leads to high employee turnover" ((in 109 reviews)); "Lazy uncaring rude managers don’t care about your life outside of work or your health." ((in 31 reviews)); "Very difficult to get time off" ((in 27 reviews)); "No benefits for employees" ((in 18 reviews)); "Disorganized and poor upper management" ((in 13 reviews))

What are employees saying about Goldfish Swim School layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Goldfish Swim School layoffs and their outlook for job security at Goldfish Swim School in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Goldfish Swim School locations?

Chicago , Reston , Rochester , Needham , Alexandria , Falls Church , Farmington Hills , Johns Creek , Naperville , Ann Arbor , Okemos , Houston , Westerville , Wexford , Brookline , Middletown , Birmingham , Dublin , Columbia , Winter Park , Cary , Denver , Fort Washington , Livingston , Evanston , Plainfield , Richmond , Brooklyn , Burlington , Farmingdale

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3.5

54% would recommend to a friend

(1,088 total reviews)

Chris McCuiston

64% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Culture & values

3.3

Work/Life balance

3.0

Career opportunities

2.9

Senior management

2.9

Compensation and benefits

Goldfish Swim School has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,088 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Goldfish Swim School employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry (3.9 stars).

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3.0

Jun 10, 2026

Supportive work environment but high stress levels

Marketing consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work environment and people were kind at your level.

Cons

Stress and expectations from the franchise owners gets to you.

Goldfish Swim School Response

1mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found your colleagues supportive and that you enjoyed the work environment. Building a positive team culture and fostering strong working relationships are key to creating a rewarding workplace experience. We also appreciate your candid feedback on stress levels and expectations. Feedback from current and former team members provides valuable perspective and helps organizations continually evaluate opportunities for growth and improvement. Thank you for your contributions during your time with Goldfish Swim School. We wish you continued success in your future endeavors. The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Team

4.0

Jun 5, 2026

Enjoyable team but tough job with low pay

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Enjoyable to work with team.

Cons

Difficult job and comparatively low pay, even following company raises.

Goldfish Swim School Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed working with your team. Creating a supportive and positive environment for both our staff and students is something we value greatly. We also appreciate your perspective regarding compensation. Teaching swim lessons is important work that requires patience, skill, and dedication, and we recognize the effort our instructors put into helping students build confidence and achieve their goals in the water. Thank you for the time you spent with our team, and we wish you continued success in your future endeavors. The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Team

4.0

May 27, 2026

Great Start to Future Leadership Roles

Deck supervisor, instructor, lifeguard

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Valuable introduction to team management

Cons

Hard to get decent hours without picking up shifts

Goldfish Swim School Response

1mo

Thank you for sharing your experience as a Deck Supervisor, Instructor, and Lifeguard at Goldfish Swim School in Astoria, NY. It’s great to hear that your time there helped build leadership and team management skills that you can carry into future opportunities. We also appreciate your thoughts on scheduling, and understand how available hours can play a big role in an employee’s experience. Since each Goldfish Swim School location is independently owned and operated, experiences can vary from one franchise to another. Thank you for spending more than a year with the Astoria team, and we wish you all the best in whatever comes next. The Goldfish Swim School Franchise Team

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