What kinds of lessons are these?

I start every new swimmer with essential survival skills. This means that the emphasis for every student is to enter the water, submerge, and roll onto his or her back. Older children will progress into strokes as well, always emphasizing floating for improving swimming position and resting. I teach all four strokes and can get kids ready for swim team. Children will go under water on the first lesson.  

What ages do you teach?

Anyone 6 months and older! Younger children will get a stronger emphasis on survival, while older kids and adults will move onto strokes as well. The survival skills we use transfer into stroke development and it all works together well.

How much do lessons cost?

Lessons are $30 per 15 minutes plus a $75 registration fee. I require 2-4 lessons per week until a child has passed the clothing survival skills lesson. Babies need 2-4 15min lessons per week for a total of 24-32 lessons to achieve the muscle memory necessary to acquire the survival skills. Older kids can benefit from longer lessons at the same $30 per 15 minute rate but still need to start with 2+ lessons per week. The number of lessons they need will depend on the goals for their lessons, but 24-32 is a good starting point.

Does a parent need to get in the pool?

No! In a few rare cases I have worked with a parent in the pool, but most of the time the children benefit from your support from outside the pool. 

How many lessons will we need?

Generally in order to develop muscle memory to master a skill, you should plan on 24-32 lessons.

Where are you located?

I am on West Hill in a heated outdoor swim spa. It is great for lessons from April until October. I also offer some lessons from November to March for truly tough New Yorkers! :-) This location will hopefully change very soon, but until further notice, this is where I am!

How do we schedule?

You’ll start by filling out a registration form and paying the registration fee via Venmo (@Suzanne-Beltz) or paypal (suzannebeltz@gmail.com), then I’ll send you the appropriate scheduling link for your child. You will schedule and pay through that link.

What are your hours?

During the summer I work from about 10-7 Mon-Fri. Fall and spring I usually have a morning chunk from 10-12 and an afternoon chunk about 3-5, and the days I work depend on my kids’ extracurricular schedules. I do not currently have any weekend availability.

How do we start?

Just contact me via my facebook page or email (suzannebeltz@gmail.com) and I will send you the registration form to get started!