What a beautiful summer 2023 has been. I enjoyed weeks of swimming with the most amazing children. Can't wait to see them next year. If you would like to get on the calendar for the Summer of 2024 please check out my contact information. I will get back with you asap and I will be glad to help!
About My Lessons:
* I have a deep passion for teaching! Teaching a child to learn to swim is a life skill that will make children safer in and near the water as well as provide parents with a greater peace of mind.
* I provide private one on one lessons that will teach the skills necessary to learn to swim. It is my desire to make sure every child learns to feel comfortable and confident in the water. This will include learning safety rules and safety techniques, learning to understand the importance of floating on your back and on you belly in case you become tired while in the water swimming, and building endurance while on top of the water as well as holding your breath under the water. These things will allow every child to feel safe so they can truly enjoy swimming.
* Lessons can be shared among 2 children as long as we agree it is a good fit for the best results for each child.
* The lessons are 30 minutes each for 4 days. Friday is available in the event of a rain day.
Session Times:
All sessions will run from Monday to Thursday keeping Friday open in case of a rain day-
Weeks Available:
Check with me please.
Price Per session (private lessons):
Monday - Thursday (30 minute each session with Friday as a rain date. Total: $75.00
Price Per session (shared lessons):
2 children $90 for the week ( 30 minutes at the same time ) There are 4 days in a session with Friday as a rain date
Additional information:
* If weather is an issue, I will call and discuss a day that fits your schedule to make that time up. I want your child's swim time to be optimal. Over the years I have found that temperatures below 70 without sunshine and a forecast of rain makes for a shivering cold swimmer even if the pool is heated. So I keep that in mind when determining whether or not to reschedule. I am very flexible and can open up swim times during the weekend if need be! :)
* I have everything to teach your child beginner swimming skills in a fun and exciting way! You just need to bring sunscreen or better yet have them ready with sunscreen applied prior to their swim instructions. I have googles, but they may want to bring their own.
* Please have your child ready to swim with their suits on and kindly remember to bring a towel.
* To reserve your spot, I would appreciate a commitment confirmation via email after we talk on the phone and agree to dates and times.
* The pool is heated.
Contact information:
269-744-6489
[email protected]
Location:
42843 Fitzgerald Street
Mattawan, Mi 49071
Testimonial and more coming soon:)
Cheryl was an amazing swim teacher for our five year son. She was so incredibly encouraging and gave specific praise so my son felt supported while getting feedback on what he was doing. She knew when to let him get comfortable, when to push him to work harder or try something new, and when to give him time to play and have fun with his new skills! The amount of progress my son made in such a short time with Cheryl was unbelievable! She believes in the importance of teaching proper form and building on skills as your child is ready. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who is looking to help their child learn to swim with joy and confidence. My son had such FUN!
Meghan Travis
I would like to personally thank Cheryl O'Donnell for taking the time out of her summer to be my 5 year old daughter's swimming instructor. Not only is Kelsey more confident when it comes to swimming "independently," she is aware of the precautions of safety in which Cheryl taught her as well. She spent 30 minutes a day for 4 days which was $60. Kelsey was thriving @ my parents' condo's pool, that I asked Cheryl for a second week of paid swimming lessons, where Kelsey became a "free swimmer" all by herself!!! Cheryl's schedule was very flexible, which made it nice as well. As it is still winter, Kelsey is always stating things like, "Mom when we go to Florida, can I show you what Mrs. O'Donnell taught me in her pool?" Or..."Can Mrs. O'Donnell come to Florida just to swim with me?" Thank you Cheryl for your positive encouragement as Kelsey learned several different strokes in swimming as well as several different safety precautions! I know that my 3 1/2 year old nephew's mom will be getting a hold of you for some lessons as well! Thank you again for sharing your beautiful pool w/ Kelsey, giving her her extra swim time @ the end of her lesson that was taught by you. Please feel free to share this review of yourself as a swimming teacher/ instructor w/ anyone that you think may be interested. Thanks again Cheryl!!
Lisa
Cheryl is an amazing swim instructor for my 6 year old son. The first thing she taught them was swim safety!! Then she went on to the basic fundamentals for a beginner. By the end of 1 week, my child was swimming.
She is so nurturing and kind.
Cheryl definitely caters each swim session to the child’s personality and needs. I would highly recommend Cheryl. Her nicely landscaped yard is a huge bonus too!
Erica