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About
Having coached and been in many swim teams as well as taught for almost 10 years, I inspire my work from my athletic background of decades of competing and being surrounded by Olympic and world class athletes. I adapt traditional rules of swimming with my own eurekas and ahaha moments I had in my 40 years of swimming and share with the student.
I seek to unveil in each student the hidden teacher within so that the student does not blindly and robotically follow instructions but find the instructions that best fit them. By having them experience and experiment various scenarios or drills on their own, they truly find the connection with their anatomy, body mechanics, the water and their why ( swimming happily facilitates learning). Only then the student will truthfully anchor the techniques via muscle memory and make swim movements a new and desirable reflex.
This Swim 3.0 version: the foundations of the sport while remaining fun and challenging! I do that by using games, along with land exercises like yoga for flexibility and pilates for core and cross breeding swim drills from water polo for conditioning and underwater hockey for lung capacity improvement.
Introductory price for new students: 3 classes for 140$ (conditions apply and schedules allowing). Ask me about it!
Early Bird special!! 20% of any package before 8 am. 10% off before 10 am. Weekdays ONLY.
4 PACKAGES OPTIONS:
1) Infants & kids: 650$ for 10 sessions of 30mins. expires in 4 months.
2)Casual Splasher :1100$ 10 sessions-never expires.
3)Hustler Hammer Shark: 950$ 10 sessions- expires in 4 months.
4)Power Piranha: 850$ 10 sessions- expires in 2 months.
Sessions are 1 hour.
Some POOL OPTIONS:
Please note: I do most of my business in private pools. Public Pools and Gyms are often crowed and not allow outside instruction.
Nonetheless there are the pools I found over the years that are more lenient and can be less crowded. The lesson conditions may not be ideals.
1)Oakland Sports Center
2)Private Rentals
3)Hotel pools
Drop ins in public pools are about 10$. private rental can vary from 20$ to 100$.
Haven’t found what suits you….?! Want to discuss payment other payment options?
There s always the ocean….or the park next to my house or your house! Yes you can swim in the park 😂😂 It’s called dry swim, just like you can learn to ski without mountains and snow, yes!
Ask me how 🚀
CANCELATION POLICY:
Sessions not canceled in 24 hours will be charged.
Overview
Hired 116 times
Serves San Francisco, CA
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1 employee
11 years in business
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2018
2016
Services offered
Event to prep for
Fitness goals
Lose weight
Get toned
Build muscle
Gain flexibility
Client age
Younger than 18
18 - 22 years old
23 - 30 years old
31 - 40 years old
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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Jen K.
1 month ago
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Veronique is a wonderful swim instructor—methodical, patient, and an excellent teacher. I especially appreciate her holistic approach: she incorporates exercises and stretching before we get in the pool and explains how each movement relates to the swim stroke and proper form in the water. She has a clear progression in mind for every lesson, and everything feels thoughtful and well integrated. I’ve really enjoyed learning from her and highly recommend her!
Details: Adult (18 or older) • Beginner • Not comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Become more comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • I'm flexible • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Swim Lessons
John T.
3 weeks ago
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Very knowledgeable and engaging, I’ve seen a big improvement after a few lessons, looking forward to continued improvement.
Details: 1 student (one-on-one with instructor) • 41 - 50 years old • Iyengar Yoga • No experience • Increased flexibility • Relaxation • General fitness (e.g., weight loss, toning) • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Yoga Instruction
S K.
Aug 17, 2026
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Veronique is an outstanding swim instructor, especially for adults learning to swim later in life. I came in with some panic and fear of the water, and from the very first lesson she created an environment where I felt safe, supported, and never rushed.
What really sets Veronique apart is her thoughtful approach. Before spending much time in the water, she incorporated land-based exercises to build the strength, coordination, and body awareness needed for swimming. That foundation made a huge difference and helped me feel much more confident once I got into the pool.
She is incredibly patient and intentional, taking the time to explain the purpose behind every exercise and progressing at a pace that matched my comfort level. Instead of pushing me beyond what I was ready for, she helped me gradually overcome my fear while celebrating every bit of progress along the way.
If you’re an adult who has always wanted to learn to swim but feels nervous or intimidated, I wholeheartedly recommend Veronique. Her expertise, patience, and encouraging teaching style transformed what once felt impossible into something I now genuinely enjoy.
Details: Adult (18 or older) • Beginner • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Become more comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • Yes, a pool at my home • I'm flexible • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Private Swim Lessons
Chelsea S.
Jan 11, 2026
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Veronique is a gem! She truly knows how to adapt to exactly what you as a student need & could benefit from. She also really listens, then gives a thoughtful response. Her knowledge is very deep, yet there is a lightness that allows for fun while learning.
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Rich M.
Mar 19, 2026
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Veronique is outstanding!!! She is so knowledgeable and breaks things down so they are so easy to execute! Plus, she makes everything fun!!!
Details: Adult (18 or older) • Intermediate • Comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • I'm flexible • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location
Private Swim Lessons
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Veronique Borges
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$950 for 10 session package. $120 for drop in sessions. Package to be used within 3 months.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
For my most typical customer, I present the 10 session Learn-to-Swim Program.
I assess the client, find out the client s motivation, disclose about limitations & expectations of learning to swim. I advice on swim props and aids (fins, noddles, pull boy, buoyancy shorts) if applicable and home programs (yes you can practice swim skills in your tub and improve skills on land).
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have thought in many environments and with various demographics: from toddlers to teenagers to shy adults. I worked at Sacramento Pipe Works, Lake Tahoe Community College teaching indoor cycling and coaching the swim masters program. I lifeguarded in public pools for the City of Paris and in private pool parties. I hold many certifications as attached and was a former Division I swimmer specializing in the 200 meters Butterfly. I swam nationals so I had the experience with world athletes. I also have experience from working with infants and para athletes, vision impaired for which I carry the Adaptive Swim certification with Swim Whispers. I coached many swim teams ( San Francisco Seals and LWM High School).
