San Diego Swim Lessons

Alex, May 2012

john — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:07:52 +0000

I had a major water phobia from an early age due to a near drowning at age eight. Finally, decades later, I decided I needed to learn how to swim and enjoy swimming like millions of others. When I found John’s website and learned that he can teach an adult how to swim within a few private sessions, I was delighted. I have to admit I signed up with a bit of skepticism mainly not believing anyone could teach me to overcome my fear in such a short time. But, to my surprise, when I met John his professionalism; understanding of my fear; his great personality and patience shined through. For every exercise he patiently and meticulously described and demonstrated each step and then watched me repeat it while pointing out all the wrong things I did and how to correct each: how to breath, clear water from my nose, and many other tricks that helps you understand and put you at ease with swimming.

I highly recommend John as the number one swimming instructor in my book. I just wished I had gotten to know him years earlier so I could enjoy swimming with my kids growing up. Also If you have kids, its the greatest gift you can give them to have a professional teach them one of the best joys of life at an early age, he teaches people of all ages.

Anatam, September 2011

john — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:56:36 +0000

John, I really enjoyed learning to swim with you. Your teaching techniques were great – I will always remember your instruction. As a beginner, I was a little embarrassed, scared, and afraid of the water. I still need to practice a lot and I’m still a little uncomfortable in deep water, but I feel much so much more confident than before; and, I can swim now.

Your approach made things easy for me and I didn’t feel so bad about being a 32-year-old non-swimmer. I had a great experience with you that I will never forget. Maybe I will see you again. Thank you very much.

Naresh, September 2011

john — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:44:41 +0000

John, your lessons definitely helped me learn much more than I expected in just four classes. They not only helped me learn swimming, but also to understand my body’s energy in a more subtle way. Most of all, your sense of humor and patience hastened the learning process. I would like to continue with four more classes to master rhythmic breathing and whatever else you wish to teach. Thank you and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Mia – Frankie’s mom, September 2011

john — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:37:16 +0000

Hi John, Frankie had an extremely positive experience with you. I believe the lessons not only taught her to swim, but also served as a boost to her confidence in general. We had worked with her before in the pool, but I believe the one on one instruction from a trustworthy, friendly, encouraging and assertive teacher really helped her excel. We will definitely be returning to you for lessons when our son is of age. You may even see us next season to help Frankie reach the next level in her swimming skills! Thanks again.

Tim, September 2011

john — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:28:19 +0000

Big High FIVE for today’s lesson! As I proceed into my final lesson on Thursday I would like to thank you for all your help. Before I met you, if someone asked me to jump into the deep end … it would be hell NO!!! Today I jumped off the board, came to the top, and swam safely to the side. Cheers to you and thanks so much.

Linn, September 2011

john — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:24:52 +0000

John, thank you for helping my son and I – you are by far the best instructor that I have met. Learning to swim is a life changing experience and you have given me the confidence I need to swim in deep water. Like I have mentioned to you before, I was taking my son to that swim school (MC) for about six months and did not see much progression in his skills. It was a waste of my time and money. If I had known about you, I would have never signed him up for swim lessons there.

You made me very comfortable during the lessons and I really enjoyed learning all the techniques you taught me. Why can’t there be more instructors like you? I hope you continue teaching for years to come so my other child can benefit from your skills. My son and I will definitely return next summer to get more instruction from you. Again, thank you.

Ron M., August 2011

john — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:12:37 +0000

John, I wanted to tell you how great I feel that Eli (my grandson) can swim! I had watched him struggle and become more fearful in the water each year as he had grown older. It’s hard to believe that you changed that in his first lesson. He went from fear to total anticipation of his next lesson; and, each time he loved it more. Now we can enjoy the pool together without worry; I can’t thank you enough for that. Eli is practicing what he learned and really enjoying the water for the first time in his life.

Erika, July 2011

john — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:44:44 +0000

John is amazing! My son Madden started with John two months before turning four years old. Madden started out very interested in learning how to swim and was doing great after his 2nd lesson. He is amazing to watch and I cannot believe how well he swims. He just loves to be in the water. He’s jumping off the side, going down our slide, swimming across the pool…it’s amazing…and he just turned four!

We are going back to see John again to work on some techniques to further improve our son’s swimming…mostly because he keeps asking “when do I get to swim with coach John again?” I never thought he would put his head under water, let alone be jumping off the side doing cannon balls. John does an amazing job and I would recommend him to anyone. I am thoroughly impressed and grateful.

Tiffany, June 2011

john — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:58:52 +0000

Thank you for Carly’s lessons. I was very impressed with what she learned; and, I felt you were very good with her. After our trip this next few weeks, I will likely want to do another set of lessons as … Continue reading →

Kumud, June 2011

john — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 01:37:47 +0000

John, we are in MI enjoying time with my family. We have been able to take our 5 year-old son Rohan to the pool for the last two days and because of you he no longer has a fear of jumping into the water and enjoying a swim like other kids his age. Yesterday he was so proud of himself he came home and asked me to call you to tell you what a good job he was doing. It was so important to him that you be proud of him and know that he was working hard to practice what you taught him. We have an adult cousin visiting us from India who does not know how to swim and it was so rewarding to see Rohan trying to teach her how to swim. He sounded like you . . . “keep your head down and get some apples.” He even explained to her why she wouldn’t sink.
We owe you so much – there is no price tag we can put on the confidence you have given our son. Before he came to you he was crippled with fear, but after the first lesson with you his fear had subsided and by the 3rd lesson he was swimming! I honestly did not believe it was possible for anyone to teach my son to swim in such a short amount of time. I was very skeptical. I was truly shocked and still am at what you were able to accomplish with our son in just 4 classes. He went from being afraid to enter the water to actually swimming a lap. He was even able to jump off the diving board. We thank you for everything you have done for him. Thank you for caring!