“Thanks John – we got back from Kauai last weekend; Rory (7 year-old) seemed very comfortable in the pool while we were there and showed much improvement thanks to your efforts. He really enjoyed the swimming classes he took with … Continue reading →

“After a lot of failed attempts at learning how to swim, I came across John. John took the time to work with my fears and understand my needs. He did so in a gentle and safe way, and finally, got … Continue reading →

I am pleased with my kids improvement. I have been sending them for swimming lessons  with different instructors but did not see any improvement.  Both my kids have learned the breathing techniques, back float,  freestyle  and  how to stay stay … Continue reading →

What a nice note!  I appreciate the reminders and will DEFINITELY continue swimming. Seriously, there’s no way you should be thanking me.  I am SO grateful to you for your patience and excellent teaching style.  It was easy to learn … Continue reading →

After my retirement, learning to swim became a goal.  I had tried before without success.  I wanted to be able to join my grandchildren in the pool. With my fear of deep water, I did not think I could ever … Continue reading →

I am a 52-year-old man and due to sore joints from jogging, I decided I wanted to switch my exercise routine to swimming.  I have been swimming for over 40 years and although I could make it across the pool … Continue reading →

John, I can’t thank you enough for giving me the full confidence of becoming a swimmer!  I was a bit hesitant at first since I didn’t believe someone could teach me how to swim in just four 50-minute lessons. I’ve … Continue reading →

I’m an adult who had a fear of deep water, but also had a strong desire to learn how to swim and be comfortable in either a pool or the ocean. I had taken lessons with the local YMCA and … Continue reading →

Tu-Nam (age 6) actually had a great time with you. When leaving your house he told me that he wished to have another class with you since it went too quick. He also told me that you are the greatest … Continue reading →

Hi John, Thank you so much for being such a great teacher and being so patient with my Dad.  I have had fun watching him focus and try hard during his lessons.  I think the lessons have given him a … Continue reading →

I am a 33-year-old woman who married a surfer and moved to San Diego.  After 3 years of trying to swim with different instructors and not getting anywhere, I googled ‘Private Adult Swim Lessons’ and found John.  His website was … Continue reading →

I’m amazed at the progress Beatrice made in her lessons with John – amazed and extremely grateful.  I was beginning to despair that she would never learn to swim, given that she is 7 years old, almost 8, and was … Continue reading →

“I know I’m not the only adult who has spent the better part of their life wondering what it would be like to jump in the water and start swimming, not only not being nervous about it but *enjoying it*! … Continue reading →

Thank you so very much for your expert instruction in teaching a complete non-swimmer to feel comfortable in the water and to finally be able to enjoy the pool! At age 61, learning to swim was on my “bucket list” … Continue reading →

I have always loved the ocean; however, the possibility of surfing was only a dream far away. I have to say that after we met and I had our first lesson, I was amazed and happy because it was a … Continue reading →

Thank you once again for being so patient and understanding with our son Adan. It truly is remarkable the gift you have to explain the concept of breathing and then naturally empowering him with the absolute confidence that he can … Continue reading →

As a 62 year old woman who had great fear of the water when I first came to John Tarney I can’t say enough about John’s approach in teaching. He keeps it simple, has a wonderful sense of humor, and … Continue reading →

Thanks for your patience and wonderful instruction.  I’m still amazed at your ability to teach numerous skills in only four days.  I’ve been around many instructors, across various fields, and few have the ability to articulate their point as clearly … Continue reading →

Thank you very much for the wonderful swim lessons you gave my daughter Erin. I must admit, when I signed up, I was kind of skeptical about a guy teaching people how to swim out of his backyard; but in … Continue reading →

When we started lessons with you, my husband and I knew that Anna would not be one of the 99.9% of your students that are swimming after 4 lessons.  She was afraid of the water and would frequently cry in … Continue reading →

I have been a lifelong water lover, former Navy, and am also a SCUBA diver.  I could swim, but could never sustain a stroke long enough for extended exercise due to poor form and lack of proper breathing technique.  In … Continue reading →

Like so many before me, I was a young child who had a traumatic event in a swimming pool and ended up as an adult fearful of the water. Over the years, I would periodically check around for places that … Continue reading →

I thank God that he led me to find you online, because where I’m at today compared to where I was the first day you saw me is truly night and day. You said everything was wrong with my technique, … Continue reading →

John’s class is fun. He observes your technique carefully and helps you correct your fundamentals. He is a great person to learn from.

John, you did such a great job with both my boys, especially considering the fear they brought with them. I can’t believe the progress they made in such a short time. Braden is so comfortable in the water now that … Continue reading →