Swim Sisters

$100

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Review Summary

Excellent 4.9

(59 reviews)

This pro is an exceptional swim instructor, demonstrating patience, encouragement, and expertise. Customers report significant progress and increased confidence in the water after working with the pro. They praise the pro's ability to cater to various skill levels and ages, as well as their positive attitude and professionalism.

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Introduction

Hi! TEACHING A LIFE SKILL! Certified WSI, (water safety instructor) Lifeguard with CPR/AED. I have been teaching lessons at pools and beach settings for several years. I have an exceptional teaching technique that I use for toddlers, children, and adults. Children and Adults come in class saying “I can’t do that” or I am not coordinated. I quickly change those phrases and build up their confidence with "I will be great at this!" I always aim for my students and adults leaving my lessons with nothing but the BEST experience. ***Please note as of January 3, 2023 only accepting Adults. Monday, Wednesday and Sunday in Maryland inside the beltway area Tuesday and Thursday in the Springfield, Va area and surrounding ***Please take into consideration- I maintain a strict 24-hour notification cancellation and no-show policy to ensure all guest have the same opportunity to receive the highest quality of personal attention and care durning their swim session. In the case of late cancel or no-shows a $65 Fee will be charged. Best, Dana L💦

Overview

Hired 150 times

Serves Arlington, VA

Background checked

1 employee

4 years in business

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, and Zelle.

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Excellent 4.9

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Saurabh C.

Jul 16, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

I am out of shape, 40+, and had no swimming experience. I also had a few failed attempts trying to work out private lessons with other instructors previously. I contacted Dana to learn swimming and she has been very responsive from the moment I contacted her. We agreed to learn at my apartment pool and Dana showed up a few minutes before time and we found out that the pool was closed due to some maintenance reasons on that day. Dana was patient and supported me by taking me to her Gym's pool and provided the lesson. She is a seasoned instructor who will make you comfortable in every way, I cannot believe at the end of second class I am swimming freestyle laps requiring some breathing practice. I feel my alignment is good and legs are not sagging and I just need to improve breathing through practice . I am also able to do some backstroke and confident that with time it will be muscle memory. I suck at the breaststroke, and me and Dana both feel we can let it go for the time being :-) . Dana is an experienced coach who is very professional, responsive, full of technique that can help any adult learner grasp like a young kid. She is also a very helpful and a patient person who provides high value for your time and money. I would highly recommend her for Adult Swimming Lessons. Thank You

Details: Adult (18 or older) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Become more comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • Yes, a pool at my home • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

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Lisa D.

4 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Dana is patient and provides very targeted feedback to improve performance. I saw the value in individual sessions versus group swim lessons.

Details: Adult (18 or older) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Stormy B.

Apr 7, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Dana is an amazing swim instructor. I learn so much from here in my first lesson. I am 46 and I am not swimmer at all, but with Dana I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I have a lot of information to process post lesson and looking forward to the next one.

Details: Adult (18 or older) • No experience • Not comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Become more comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • Train for an event • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Yetunde S.

Feb 20, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Dana has been an absolute gem. She is easy and fun to work with. Very encouraging even when you feel you are not doing so well. In a short 3 lessons, I am able to do a lot more than expected. Learned a new type of stroke. I am confident that when my time with Dana is all said and done, I would have achieved all my goals especially that of overcoming my fear of deep water. Thank you Dana for your excellent work of helping us achieve our swimming goals. As a side joke, I would probably be moving like a "dolphin" in the water before you know it. Lol

Details: Adult (18 or older) • Beginner • Comfortable in water • Become more comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Michelle T.

Nov 2, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Five stars across the board. So happy I found Swim Sisters and learned to improve my stroke. Looking forward to taking additional classes and improving even more.

Details: Adult (18 or older) • Beginner • Comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • Train for an event • Yes, a pool at my home • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

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Dana Lapierre

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Fair pricing
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Patience and praising
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Certified lifeguard Certified- WSI (water safety swim instructor )

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