Swimming Lessons

Why MVF&H’s Lessons?

• Private lessons—your child will always receive one-on-one attention.
• Clean, updated facilities with upgraded equipment.
• Experienced, high quality instructors.
• A fun, unique environment that will encourage water safety and quick learning.

Lesson Pricing

Private:

• $120: 8, 30 minute sessions (member cost)
• $140: 8, 30 minute sessions (nonmember cost)

Lesson Levels

• Waterbabies (6months-3 years): Parent is required to be in the water with the child.
• Tadpole: Get comfortable in the water. Submerge face, front and back float with support, kicking on front and back with support, and entering and exiting the water independently.
• Guppy: Float on front and back unsupported for 5 seconds, swim on front 5 yards without assistance, swim on back 5 yards without assistance, and retrieve objects under water chest deep.
• Minnow: Swim in the front crawl for 10 yards, swim in the back crawl for 10 yards, and bob in water over the swimmer’s head.
• Slick Seal: Deep water bobs, elementary backstroke for 10 yards, front & back crawl for three lengths of the swimming pool, breaststroke & sidestroke kick with kick board
• Willy Walrus: Front & back crawl for six lengths of the pool, breaststroke & sidestroke for 10 yards, and elementary backstroke for three lengths of the pool.
• Park Shark: Flip turns, butterfly, long distance front & back crawl, breaststroke, and sidestroke. Tread water for 5 minutes.

Additional Details

• Other appointment times may be approved upon request.
• Pre-Lesson questionnaires MUST be completed before a swimmer will be
  allowed into the pool.
• If swimmer is under 18, A parent is required to be available by phone
  during the lesson. A parent is required to be present and in the pool
  during the “Waterbabies” course.
• A swimmer’s level will be determined by a combination of age and swim
  ability. Ask an instructor if you have questions.
• If an appointment must be cancelled, 24 hour notice is required.

Swim Instructor:

Alexa O’Callaghan 

Alexa grew up in San Francisco, California, and is currently a student at Eastern Oregon University, studying Agricultural Entrepreneurship. While in California, Alexa competed in swim and water polo clubs and teams. She also worked as a lifeguard and an assistant swim instructor. Alexa has a passion for water safety and enjoys teaching students to feel safe and confident in and around the water.

Alexa actively teaches private swim lessons at MVFH. In this role, she tailors swim lessons to focus on confidence and safety in the water while practicing beginning skills. She is passionate about maintaining physical health and inspiring new ways to stay active.

Outside of teaching and school, Alexa also plays lacrosse at EOU. She enjoys spending her free time cooking, going on road trips, swimming, and fishing. Whether in the pool, at the gym, or on the field, Alexa is committed to helping others feel confident, comfortable, and safe while in and around the water.

Swim Documents

Swim Questionnaire

Parental Permission Form

Individual Permission Form