Angela's Swim Lessons and Lifeguard Services

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Introduction: I am available starting around July 10 at my pool, or I can start sooner if you have your own pool or access to a pool. $30 for a 30 min lesson located at my pool in Lakewood, WA. Or, I can travel to your pool in Pierce County for $40 for a 30 min lesson. You can also rent my pool for a pool parties, which includes a lifeguard. $150 per hour, 20 swimmer limit. I stand out from others because I have over 21 years of experience teaching swim lessons to all ages and I genuinely want to help you or your family reach your goals. I have been teaching for over 21 and I love swimming and sharing my passion with others. I have worked as an aquatics director, lifeguard trainer, coach, managed large pools, and teams of aquatics staff. I get excited when someone wants to learn how to swim and be safe around the water. I will listen to your needs and push you or your child's needs to what you are comfortable with. I keep open communication at all times and give and take feedback openly while encouraging you along your journey. What I truly enjoy about my job is helping someone learn a skill they did not know before. I enjoy sharing my passion with others, and love the excitement that comes across someone's face when they learn a new skill or meet a goal they had set for themselves. Swimming and water exercise is such a valuable life skill to have. Opening soon in June and will run through end of Sept.

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9 years in business

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Maryann G.

Aug 19, 2015

My daughter has had private lessons with Angela since September 2014. When my daughter was 2 she was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder, an umbrella disorder of Autism, making activities like swimming extremely difficult because my daughter would get overwhelmed and overstimulated. Angela has been nothing short of a miracle worker in teaching my daughter not only to swim and the importance of water safety but to LOVE swimming. I have watched my daughter go from not wanting to get in the pool to swimming by herself, treading water for 2 minutes and more, floating solo and much more. My daughters confidence has sky rocketed and that is in part to Angela's patience, perseverance,commitment and expertise.

Sheri M.

Aug 31, 2019

This summer our grandsons aged 7 and 4 visited us. They were excited to swim in our pool. The younger one still required a life vest. So we hired Angela to teach both of them to become water safe. We are so happy with Angela's job. It was a joy to watch such a professional! Working with children is never easy, but she made it look like a piece of cake. Teaching kids to swim is so important and and she made the kids look forward to each lesson. So the result is that we are confident, although always alert, that our grandsons are water safe! Actually we hope that next summer we are able to invite Angela back to work with our grandsons again to perfect the strokes they were introduced to. We would highly recommend Angela to anyone wishing to teach their kids to be safe in the water and on to perfect individual strokes. Sincerely, Sheri Matson

Sawan p.

Sep 7, 2015

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We have had a fantastic experience with Angela. Angela has deep experience and a warm mannered approach to make you feel comfortable. I communicated with her mostly via text and booked my sessions easily.She explains the reasoning behind each gesture and positioning, and then breaks down the movements into isolated exercises so that you can really get the feel and gain muscle memory before putting it all together. My wife had no experience with swimming and I knew a little bit. Angela managed it exceptionally well to train both of us. In few sessions we were able to do freestyle and other strokes. I would highly recommend Angela for swimming lessons.

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Kimberly F.

Jun 25, 2020

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Angela is doing an amazing job teaching two young boys how to stay focused and pay attention to advance their swimming. She is extremely attentive and gives excellent feedback on their progress including what they need to work on as well as what they've accomplished. I would highly recommend her, so happy that we found her.

Details: Youth (6 - 12 years old) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • Yes, a pool at my home • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

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Shelley C.

Jul 11, 2020

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Angela is very professional and can keep squirrelly little kids on task! They are thrilled to learn to swim! Angela introduces multiple swimming skills in a short period of time. She keeps things interesting for the kids, but is also teaching them swimming skills that they will use for a lifetime. She is awesome!

Details: Youth (6 - 12 years old) • Beginner • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Become more comfortable in water • Yes, a pool at my home • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Prices vary, depending on length of time 30-60 min, if we are swimming in Pierce County or I am traveling outside of the city to you and amount of students in the lesson.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First I speak with them over the phone and get some background information on any past swimming experience, goals for the class, and go over any questions and concerns. Then set up a location and schedule. One the first day of class I will evaluate the swimmer on skills and ability and create my lesson plans around the swimmers goals and needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am currently certified as a YMCA of USA Swim Instructor, American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, and as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. I have also received dozens of Aquatics related certifications over the last 19 years which included at a Trainer level.