Can I save by enrolling my child(ren) in public–type swim lessons rather than more expensive private swim school lessons?
Many, many people have learned to swim in public–type learn–to–swim programs. At least through the Beginner levels, this type of instruction is probably quite adequate for many IF the student can stand the usually cold water, about 78–82 deg and the confusion of large umpteen class groups going on in the pool. Instructors in public–type programs are usually relatively young, inexperienced and paid less. This is an “Entry Level” Position. Some may have the potential to become outstanding instructors. In 10 yrs they will be a lot better, and will be earning much more and teaching for us! Even Instructors subsidized in their parents’backyard pool with cut rates are often relatively young & inexperienced. And the water may not be a comfortable 90 deg. It is just a “summer job” for them. With me, teaching swimming is a “passion”. Many swimmers have extreme fear problems or fearful, cautious type personalities, handicaps or learning disabilities. These need a more mature, experienced instruc
