Frequently Asked Questions

1) When should I start swim lessons? I usually recommend around 3. Before then, I encourage parents to enroll in a parent and me course so the kids can get used to being in the water.

2) Do you allow goggles, floaties or masks? I do not allow these items as kids tend to depend on them or fidget with them far too much. Additionally, if they were to fall in the water or get pushed, they probably won’t be wearing their goggles. For my adult beginning students- as there tends to be much more fear or a history of trauma around the water, anything to maintain comfort is allowed.

3) What if my child cries? This is totally normal. The water is a new element and they’re learning how to be in the water. If the crying persists for more than three lessons, your child may just not be ready, in which case, we can discuss options.

4) Can an adult really learn to swim? ABSOLTUELY! No matter your history with the water, an adult can learn how to swim. In fact, if you are a homeowner with a pool and young kids, I’d HIGHLY recommend learning as accidents can happen. We’ll work at your pace. Your comfort is my top priority.

5) Do you teach students with disabilities? Yes! I have been working with students on the autism spectrum since 2014 and have had 4 students since then with downs syndrome. For physically disabled students, the property is wheelchair accessible although they’d need to be able to stand and take a few steps on their own as I don’t have a lift and the restroom has a small threshold to step over.

6) What should I bring? Please come dressed in your swimsuit and bring sunscreen and a towel. I do have a changing room with a camp style toilet if it’s needed. There is no shower.

7) Help….my honeymoon is in a week and I’ve never swum and I want to learn how to scuba dive….. can you help?! I will definitely do what I can, but would discourage this endeavor at all costs. The ocean is much different and a week of lessons in a pool just won’t cut it. For an adult student, there are many factors at play here. But an eager, coordinated, brand-new-to-swimming adult can be swimming in shallow water by the second lesson.