Most flexible
Private 1:1
$1,125 instructor's pool
$875 at student's pool, travel fee may apply
- 5 private lessons
- 50 minutes each
- Best for fear, focused correction, or fast progress
Lakewood, NJ | Boys ages 6 to adult
Calm, serious water safety and stroke instruction in a tznius, heimishe environment. Taught by Yosef "Yossi" Sherman, American Red Cross WSI/LGI certified since 2009.
What families get
Lessons are built around safety first: comfort in the water, floating, breathing, entry and exit, stroke basics, and steady confidence. Students are evaluated during Lesson 1 so they are placed where they can progress without pressure.
Parents get clear communication after each lesson, practical expectations before the first swim, and a checkout process that shows the important terms before payment.
Packages
Most flexible
$1,125 instructor's pool
$875 at student's pool, travel fee may apply
Small group
$600 per student
$100 per lesson
Value group
$455 per student
$65 per lesson
Temporary test
$1 temporary
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Pay Later test
$30 temporary
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Additional single lessons after package completion: Private $225 at instructor's pool / $175 at student's pool, Group of 3 $100, Group of 6 $65.
Quick placement helper
Answer three quick questions and the page will suggest a starting point. Final placement still happens in Lesson 1.
Reserve
Submit the student details first, then complete secure checkout for the selected package.
Agreement
Effective 2026 Season
Student name, age, parent or guardian information, phone, email, preferred instruction language, and any medical conditions or fears should be submitted before Lesson 1.
Full prepayment is required before Lesson 1 to reserve instructor time and pool spot. Payments are processed securely through PayPal, card, or eligible Pay Later options.
Students should arrive on time with proper swimwear, goggles, towel, and swim cap for long hair. Medical conditions, water trauma, or special needs must be disclosed before Lesson 1.
Full refund is available if written cancellation is received before Lesson 2 begins, minus the cost of Lesson 1. After Lesson 2 begins, no refunds are offered for cancellations, missed sessions, illness, or voluntary withdrawal. One makeup lesson is included per package with 24+ hours written notice.
Lessons run in light rain. If pool closes due to thunder, lightning, or unsafe conditions, lessons under 40 minutes completed will be rescheduled. Lessons 40+ minutes completed count as a full lesson.
Swimming involves inherent risks including drowning, injury, and illness. Participants voluntarily assume all risks and release Yosef Sherman, AGezinterShvim, and any pool facility used from claims except in cases of gross negligence.