Q: Advantages and Disadvantages of Group Lessons

Advantages Group lessons are often the cheapest option. Prices generally range from $20-$50 for about 8 lessons. They are also easy to find; most health clubs, community centers, and sports complexes offer some form of group swimming lesson. The biggest advantage to group lessons is the social interaction between students. Kids benefit from being able to watch their peers try skills and accomplish tasks. It gives them the confidence that they might be able to do it too! Swimming is more fun for children when they get to play games and show off for their peers. Group lessons also allow kids to get some rest between activities, as other students take their turn. A swimming lesson can also teach kids good social skills such as taking turns, sharing, and playing fair. There is also the opportunity for students to learn how to encourage each other in a scary setting and be patient with other people. Disadvantages The main disadvantage to group lessons is lack on one-on-one time with each student. Even the best teacher can only spend so much time with each child on focused correction and feedback. She may have to spend time disciplining a challenging child or coaxing a fearful one, leaving the other children with lots of free time. As a result, kids in group lessons may not advance as fast as they would in a private lesson setting. Group lessons are also highly standardized and may not be a good fit for every child and skill level.

Question 1

1. What qualifications do your instructors hold?

Accepted Answer

Bubbles Swim School Instructors are American Red Cross Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor Certified, CPR, and fully insured. They are background checked, and have a passion for swimming and working with children.

Question 2

2. What areas do you service?

Accepted Answer

Currently, we service the following metros and surrounding suburban areas. Aventura, Sunny Isles, Hallandale, Hollywood Beach, Hollywood, North Miami Beach, and South Florida.

Question 3

3. Do you provide a Trial Lesson?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer a trial lesson, however we do offer clients a method and system with Bubbles Swim School that has proven results. Where our instructors will reach each child based on their personality. With patience you will see your children progress and be confident in the water in 10 Lessons.

Question 4

4. Why should I put my child in private lessons?

Accepted Answer

It has been proven over and over that lower student to teacher ratio is the best situation for learning. Therefore, one student to one instructor is the optimal for learning. Private Lessons are 30 minutes each class up until 5 years old, and 6 and up is 40 minutes per lesson. At Bubbles Swim School we specialize in quick and effective learning through one-on-one lessons that are individually tailored to the students learning style and developmental level.

Question 5

5. What forms of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

We accept all payments Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express, as well as Checks and Cash.

Question 6

6. How does billing work?

Accepted Answer

Lessons are paid for in advance to ensure that we are able to book your entire lesson request with an available instructor where we will be able to give you the schedule you are looking for.

Question 7

7. What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Cancellations must be made more than 24 hours from your scheduled lesson time to avoid being charged for the lesson. Cancelations due to poor weather conditions (cold & rainy or lightning) Instructor or representative will contact you in advance if reschedule of class is needed.

Question 8

8. Are parents required to be in the water during lessons?

Accepted Answer

For children under 2 years we recommend a parent is in the water for the child to be most comfortable. Children 2 years and over get the most out of lessons without the parent in the water and often with the parent out of direct sight (preschoolers often act up when the parent is in view).

Question 9

9. Do you have insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are fully insured to provide swim lessons and life guarding services. Our General Liability Insurance covers $2,000,000.00.

Question 10

10. Refunds

Accepted Answer

We do not offer refunds

Question 11

Advantages and Disadvantages of Group Lessons

Accepted Answer

Advantages

Group lessons are often the cheapest option. Prices generally range from $20-$50 for about 8 lessons. They are also easy to find; most health clubs, community centers, and sports complexes offer some form of group swimming lesson.

The biggest advantage to group lessons is the social interaction between students. Kids benefit from being able to watch their peers try skills and accomplish tasks. It gives them the confidence that they might be able to do it too! Swimming is more fun for children when they get to play games and show off for their peers. Group lessons also allow kids to get some rest between activities, as other students take their turn. A swimming lesson can also teach kids good social skills such as taking turns, sharing, and playing fair. There is also the opportunity for students to learn how to encourage each other in a scary setting and be patient with other people.

Disadvantages

The main disadvantage to group lessons is lack on one-on-one time with each student. Even the best teacher can only spend so much time with each child on focused correction and feedback. She may have to spend time disciplining a challenging child or coaxing a fearful one, leaving the other children with lots of free time. As a result, kids in group lessons may not advance as fast as they would in a private lesson setting. Group lessons are also highly standardized and may not be a good fit for every child and skill level.

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