Developed
over a decade of swim instruction to children with
different strengths, The Swim Stars Method’s primary
element and objective centers on FUN. In the comfortable
setting of the student’s backyard pool (or the pool
of a friend or family member), confidence and swimming
skills are fostered through personalized swim instruction
and creative games designed to build upon each
child’s natural abilities.
Swim Stars works to create an environment of patience and
gentle caring that engenders a true feeling of trust
between instructor and student. When a student feels
comfortable and trusts the instructor, greater strides are
made in improving swimming aptitude. In addition, unlike
many swim schools, we believe that the student should have
one consistent instructor – this constancy builds a
relationship that will not only foster development in
swimming, but also in the broader areas of life.
By using a pool familiar to the student, an atmosphere of
familiarity and safety optimizes the learning process. The
crucial elements of comfort, trust and familiarity,
combined with teaching techniques that are fun and
enjoyable make a young swimmer look forward to the arrival
of the instructor.
Swim Star instructors eliminate specific pressures on the
student to perform at any other level then her/his own. The
organic improvement of skill and increased confidence in
the water create a sense of confidence, excitement and joy.
For example, if a young swimmer is afraid to put his face
in the water but loves to be in the pool, simple games are
used that play upon that student’s area of
confidence. Sometimes, the instructor and student improvise
a game on the spot that is “special” and
exclusive to their lessons!
Backed by years of competitive swimming, coaching and
teaching, our instructors have the know-how and
understanding to create the best lessons possible for your
child. The Swim Stars process is not just about
“learning,” it’s about having a good
time. The goal is ultimately met – becoming a strong,
water-safe swimmer – but the journey there is the
best part!