I would like to teach swim lessons at home, how do i begin?

Answer 1

I give private lessons from my own home or the home of the participant, whichever they choose. I had a max limit of 2 children at a time, 3 under some circumstances.

The first thing I did was make sure my homeowners covered liability. Then I drew up a "Permission Slip" that the parents signs before the lessons that relieves me of all legal responsibilities (just like for school trips!). I then figures out my lesson plan strategies and drew up rates and packages of lessons. I drew up a calendar of times and dates I was available to fill in with the name/location/info about the student.

Once those things were done, I talked to a few friends and gave some free lessons for publicity. They passed my name and flyers out to their friends and that was how I booked my lessons. I also later advertised in a local newsletter.

You do not legally HAVE to be certified to give swim lessons but having a WSI, lifeguarding or instructional background gives you a big advantage in the water. All of my Red Cross certifications and experience were a huge factor in why people chose me to teach their children, most of them voiced this to me.

My best advice is to start small and stay small. You def don't want 16 stranger's kids ruinning amuck in your pool on your time!!! If you have any specific question, please feel free to message me, I'm always up for a good swimming talk!

Good luck!

Answer 2

I am a certified lifeguard, and first you need to get your certifications. (CPR, HIM-LICK Maneuver, WSI) To find a lesson plan you can look on the Internet. It depends on the ages of the ppl too, if they are little dont rush them. Make sure you have all the right paperwork and licenses, and floating, rescue tubes, rings, things you need to teach. Its easy once you get the hang of it. Need more help go to your local red cross, or contact me

Answer 3

First you need to make sure your home owners insurance policy will cover an accident. Second ..make sure you have all the qualifications to do so (certified swim instructor, certified in CPR etc...) then talk to your local government to make sure you are allowed to do so in your home.Third, think about what ages you want to teach. 4th get your game plan together . And then final.....advertise.

Answer 4

You need to be a certified instructor. Are you really willing to take the liability risk?

Answer 5

try doing relaxing stuff, like allowing them to race to be certain who can do it quickest jointly as nevertheless doing it genuine. do no longer lead them to too aggressive, yet throwing in a sprint opposition makes it relaxing. :) Then do exactly what you suggested and supply them information.

Answer 6

get a pool