Question 1

Where do you teach lessons?

Accepted Answer

In-Home Swim Lessons Tailored for You
Discover the convenience and personalized aquatic education with our in-home swim lessons.  As expert mobile swim instructors, we bring the knowledge and excellence of our services directly to your home pool.

Why Choose Us?

Expansive Service Area: Our coverage spans across North Texas, encompassing Lavon, Wylie, Rockwall, and the surrounding areas. You can enjoy the luxury of premium swim instruction without leaving the comfort of your home.
Easy Accessibility: Determining if you fall within our travel radius is as simple as entering your address into Google Maps from the intersection of the 78 and the 205. If you reside within our 12-mile radius, we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to cater to your swimming needs.
Transparent Pricing: Our commitment to transparency is evident in our pricing structure. A modest $5 surcharge for gas and travel time applies only to locations beyond 7 miles from the intersection of the 78 and the 205, ensuring our services remain accessible to all.
Flexibility Redefined: In our commitment to enhancing flexibility and accommodating a growing clientele, we are proud to announce the availability of multiple instructors. This means more scheduling options and personalized attention for each swimmer.

Question 2

What are your qualifications?

Accepted Answer

Experience Excellence with a 12-Year Veteran 🏆
Starfish Swim School NTX owner/operator is a passionate swim instructor boasting 12 years of focused experience in Swim Lesson Instruction. With a prior foundation built on 15 years of competitive swimming, Hannah seamlessly translated her expertise into building her own swim school.

Throughout Hannah's career, she has had the privilege of imparting knowledge through both group and private swim lessons. Drawing from these experiences, she brings a wealth of knowledge to ensure each lesson is a high-quality and personalized learning experience.

Our commitment to safety is unwavering, every instructor is required to hold their CPR and First Aid certifications. Safety is ingrained in our teaching philosophy. We employ a unique blended approach that combines traditional swim lessons with safety swim techniques. Every student undergoes a safety swim assessment before progressing to stroke work, as we firmly believe that self-rescue is foundational to a comprehensive swimming skill set.

Why choose us as your Swim School? 
✨ Proven Expertise: Curriculum built from a 12 veteran of experience in Swim Lesson Instruction. 
✨ Versatility: Proficient in both group and private swim lessons, for all ages, catering to diverse learning needs. 
✨ Safety First: Current CPR and First Aid certifications, ensuring a secure learning environment. 
✨ Holistic Approach: Blended instruction combining traditional and safety swim lessons for a comprehensive learning experience.

Question 3

What ages do you teach?

Accepted Answer

Professional Swim Lessons Catering to Diverse Age Groups
Our swim lessons at Starfish Swim School North Texas encompass a wide range of ages, ensuring a comprehensive and tailored approach to aquatic education. We welcome participants from 12 months to adulthood.

For our youngest swimmers, aged 12 months to 3 years, we highly recommend our Parent & Me Classes. These specialized sessions are designed to establish a solid foundation of basic water skills. The focus is on nurturing a positive and comfortable relationship with the water, setting the stage for seamless progression into more advanced lessons.

Drawing on our owner's extensive experience, including personal competitive swimming and attending technical swim camps at prestigious institutions like Stanford and California State University Bakersfield, we are well-equipped to work with older students and adults. Whether refining strokes, enhancing technique, or instilling water confidence, our lessons are tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of each age group.

Join us this summer - Where Every Age Finds Its Swim Success!

Question 4

I am interested in lessons, but I don't know where to start.

Accepted Answer

1. Message me to find out our current availability. (You can find our Messaging button on our About Me tab.)

2. Fill out our Lesson Request Form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1CdiwxJsDedcCMNQqMIipZKFOttWS7Qx8H83QHhgLDmj2lA/viewform?usp=sf_link

3. Once additional time slots become available, a personalized Welcome Email will be sent to notify you of the opportunity to complete registration for the 2024 Summer Season.

4. Once Registered, book appointments with ease with our online booking platform. 
(Booking link only provided once you are Registered for the 2024 Swim Season)
Choose between Private Lessons, Semi-Private Lessons, Parent & Me Group Class, or our Swim Skills Mastery Coaching.

Question 5

How many lessons will it take for my child to swim?

Accepted Answer

At Starfish Swim School NTX, we understand that the developmental needs of young swimmers vary. To ensure optimal growth and progress, we recommend a tailored approach based on age and individual goals.

Depending on what your concept of "swimming" is this can mean many things. Some examples are, swimming from one side of the pool to the other, infants being able to roll to the back to catch some air if they were to fall into a pool, or strokework (freestyle, backstroke ect.) All are different levels of swim skills, and all of these we teach. If you have questions about our levels, please refer to our "Booking" tab. Our skill goals will vary depending on the age of the child and whether or not there is fear associated with the water.
 
What we generally recommend is that we begin with lessons 2x- 3x a week, up to 10-12 lessons, and then assess where the individual is as far as specific goals. 
 
For children aged 2, 3, and 4, we highly recommend multiple lessons per week. Consistency is key during these formative years, as it contributes significantly to building essential water skills. This is why our 6-lesson package exists, to enable cost savings during this stretch of the learn-to-swim stage. As children grow older, a reduced frequency of once a week is generally sufficient while still fostering growth and progress.

While we never require a specific number of lessons per week, aligning your lesson frequency with your swim goals can accelerate progress. For those aiming to achieve specific milestones within a short timeframe (ie. one summer), adhering to our recommended frequency enhances the likelihood of attaining those objectives.

It's essential to recognize that swimming is a physically demanding sport that requires the development of muscle memory. Particularly for our younger students, repetition becomes paramount in solidifying these skills. Our instructors are committed to providing a supportive and structured environment to ensure a well-rounded and effective learning experience.

Starfish Swim School North Texas

Where Expertise Meets Your Doorstep!

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where do you teach lessons?

What are your qualifications?

What ages do you teach?

I am interested in lessons, but I don't know where to start.

How many lessons will it take for my child to swim?

Lavon, TX 75166

Tel: 562-331-0923
(text preferred)

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where do you teach lessons?

What are your qualifications?

What ages do you teach?

I am interested in lessons, but I don't know where to start.

How many lessons will it take for my child to swim?

Lavon, TX 75166

Tel: 562-331-0923 (text preferred)

Tel: 562-331-0923
(text preferred)