Some parents find that their child isn’t getting the right amount of attention during group swim lessons. This feeling is not uncommon, especially if you can see they are having difficulty developing certain skills. These issues are discouraging for parents and children alike. Private swim lessons can solve those problems, and CSS specializes in private coaching due to several key factors that we noticed after years of experience.

Here are some benefits to consider when deciding if private swim lessons are right for you.

It Helps Kids Get Used to the Pool

This is the most important part of the learning experience because fear is the biggest roadblock to swimming success. Before your child can learn how to swim, they must be comfortable in the water. For example, a professional teacher will take the time to make sure they know what to do if they fall in. Many parents believe that this job rests solely on them, but in fact introducing another authority figure to the learning experience can help them learn faster. This also shows them they can do it on their own without a parent they rely on for everything else. This is helpful for building confidence.

Private coaching will also introduce children to independent fun as they’re taught how to hold their breath, blow bubbles, be facedown in the water, and float on their backs with no assistance—all while truly enjoying the experience. This can be an important step in showing them they can eventually have fun with others in the pool, especially if your child appears especially anxious in unfamiliar environments.

It’s Safer for the Child

It is difficult to ensure a safer situation than one-on-one supervision. There’s no such thing as too much supervision when it comes to our child’s safety in a swimming pool, especially if the child just learning how to swim and developing essential water familiarity. It allows children to push their boundaries while giving parents peace of mind.

There may be things the child wants to try which may not be permissible in a group setting where many children have to be accounted for, but with one-on-one coaching there is direct assistance and any questions can be answered calmly.

Tackling Difficult Skill Development

In group classes, the instructor must focus on the skill progression of many children at once. This means that time spent with your child may be cut short when another child needs attention. It also means your child may need more class sessions to learn how to swim, or possibly even develop bad habits.

With just one student, one instructor, and one pool, your child will learn how to swim with less distraction and 100% focus. Any weaknesses can be worked on for longer periods of time and strengths can be built upon. Additionally, the child won’t be confronted with the sight of other kids passing them by during lessons.

In private classes, the children can shine and be appreciated by their instructor for all of the “small” goals that are made and just missed in a group class. If your child is on a team or in a group, those gains can be overlooked.

It’s More Convenient for Parents

Working around group classes can be daunting. When you opt for private swimming lessons for kids, you have the luxury of choosing the time that’s most convenient for you and your child which is something group classes have difficulty accommodating. Many child-oriented swimming lessons are offered at outdoor facilities, but an indoor location allows the best continuity and year-round success.

Private lessons provide parents with the kind of flexibility that you might need to better accommodate the parent’s busy schedule. Therefore, it is likely going to be a much better idea to simply go for this kind of private lesson in order to get the flexibility you might need.

At CSS, we make sure to provide a clean and safe environment you can trust to develop the swimming skills of your child. To book a private lesson, or find a CSS near you, contact us here!

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