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Have you ever been rehabilitated for an injury? Although personal trainers are able to help broadly, we can all agree a physical therapist is much more methodical and comprehensive in their approach and ability to help you reach the results you need. That’s where we come in for helping you achieve your targets with certain results. Our results are documented, our structure can replicate results time and time again, and our personal prowess as athletes in the sport are recorded in the videos on our page. Basic swim instruction can somewhat help alleviate the problem you’re having, but if you need serious help with qualifying for swim team, swimming in the open water, swimming with proper technique for fitness, or certainty with being safe for you or your child in any environment water is involved, you can rely on us to deliver superior outcomes. My name as mastermind behind the program is Kevin and I bring 12 years of swim instruction experience and NCAA D1 swimming experience. We go beyond the basic swim teachers. ✅ Advanced stroke analysis with GoPro available. ✅ Wide range of toys and motivational incentivization tools such as candy and stickers available for the most demanding children. ✅ Specialized swimming tools to overcome your plateau in swimming longer distances or mastering a stroke available. ✅ Proprietary uniform internal written learning system producing results for getting you safe in water/and or learning to swim at breakthrough speeds with extremely high levels of predictability. My prices are reflective of the high standard of service that I take into consideration with each lesson. Please inquire for further details. Please inquire privately about the team of trainers/coaches we have available to find an option that fits perfectly for you.
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Carissa l.

Oct 18, 2025

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Our swim coach is truly amazing! He is not only professional and skilled, but also very patient and caring with the kids. In every lesson, he takes the time to observe and guide my child step by step, making sure the learning process feels fun and comfortable. When we first started, my child was a little scared of the water, but with his encouragement and gentle approach, that fear slowly disappeared. Now my child feels much more confident and even enjoys swimming! I can really tell that the coach puts his heart into teaching. He adjusts his methods based on each child’s personality and ability, and always communicates with parents about their progress and what to work on next. We’re so grateful for his effort and professionalism — I highly recommend him to any parent looking for a caring and dedicated swim instructor!

Details: Young child (18 months - 5 years old) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Amy K.

Jul 22, 2025

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Kevin is FANTASTIC! Really, Kevin is absolutely incredible! He gave one-on-one lessons to my 2-year-old granddaughter, and the progress and joy we've seen already is just amazing. He's so patient, engaging, and clearly has a wonderful way with young children, making this fun as well as effective. Highly recommend for any little one starting their swim journey! We came with no pool or water access at all; Kevin got everything scheduled and all we had to do was show up. He's exceptional at communication, and his prices and schedule are better than anyone around (believe me, I shopped around!) You really can't go wrong hiring him. I'm confident my granddaughter already has a much greater understanding and respect for water, and she was so excited she learned how to blow bubbles and tread water! I'm super impressed!

Details: Young child (18 months - 5 years old) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Become more comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location

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Ai-Khanh C.

Jul 21, 2025

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Coach Kevin has been incredible with my daughter—he took her from just knowing how to swim to being completely swim team ready. She’s learned all her strokes with proper technique, built up her stamina, and gained so much confidence in the water. Kevin is patient, encouraging, and truly knows how to motivate kids to do their best. We’re so grateful for his guidance and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and supportive swim coach!

Details: Youth (6 - 12 years old) • Beginner • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Improve swimming technique • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Lokesh m.

Nov 18, 2025

"We had a fantastic experience with Cabanas & Casabellas. The instruction is top-notch; they don't just watch you swim, they actually correct your technique and explain the 'why' behind it. I saw immediate improvement in my son's stroke efficiency after just two sessions. Highly knowledgeable and professional.
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Lisa B.

Oct 23, 2025

Outstanding experience from start to finish! Kevin’s approach is structured yet fun, and he tailors each lesson perfectly. The use of toys, tools, and rewards keeps even the most energetic kids engaged. My son made faster progress here than in any other swim school we’ve tried.
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  • What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

    Figuring out the client's needs, then working towards the goal of the client/student.

  • What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

    -National team at Santa Clara Swim Club -Various high end customer service and country club experience of 11 years -various swim school instruction experience