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Available:
Year-Round
Gender: Female
Location: Laguna Beach, CA
Bio
Age Taught
Infants
Group Size
Private
Level
Non-Swimmers
Special Needs
Learning Disabilities and ADHD
Certifications
(WSI) Water Safety Instructor
Experience
Teaching for 9 Years
Languages Spoken
Chinese (Cantonese)
Location
I can provide a location in Newport Beach, CA
I can travel within a radius of 30 miles from Laguna Beach, ca
Rates
Rate Session Length # of Sessions Group size Location
Rate Session Length # of Sessions Group size Location
Rate Session Length # of Sessions Group size Location
Absolutely, We will travel to your location as an additional service to our classes.
We work with our student's schedule and cater our classes to your needs. However, lessons are usually one hour, given 2-3 times a week, depending on the individual's skill level.
(Please indicate how many lessons a week do prefer on your application also)
*Tender, Loving, Care: No charge
*Smile for free ;)
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Average Student Rating
(Based on 13 reviews)
Booking of Lesson
92% of Survey Respondents said Booking of Lesson was "Excellent"8% of Survey Respondents said Booking of Lesson was "Above Average"
Quality of Instruction
100% of Survey Respondents said Quality of Instruction was "Excellent"
Great Instructor!!
By
Cheryl C. on
02/27/2012
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
Karen is the ultimate professional! Twenty minutes after sending my Request for an Instructor, she responded! I received applicable documents to sign via email that day and had my first lesson the next day. Karen is a warm, friendly business woman. She arrived timely for our private appointment and made great use of our class time. As an added bonus, the pool was heated as we had an 8 a.m. appointment! Karen is very knowledgeable and finds simple examples to explain techniques. I looked forward to each lesson because she made it a fun experience!
Great!
By
Lyn on
07/29/2011
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
When my eldest daughter started with Karen, she had a 1:07 for her 100 freestyle, but after 5 lessons, she got it down to 1:00. She also really helped reduce her times for the IM and all of the strokes, and she even helped her with her water polo stroke. She worked dryland and encouraged my daughter to exercise at home rather than sitting while she watched TV. My younger daughter's stroke also improved greatly and she also dropped 4 seconds off of her 100 freestyle. Karen has helped us so much and she's such a great coach! I highly recommend her.
Great swimming intrustor!
By
Choochoo on
03/13/2011
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
Great instructor! I feel confident in the water since lesson one. She taught me things other oeople couldnt teach me before. Highly recommended!
Wonderful
By
Vanitha on
10/11/2010
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
Karen is the most talented, patient and dedicated instructor I have ever come across. She understands the needs of her students and makes sure they are comfortable and confident. She helped me get over my nervousness and took me to levels I never thought I would reach in such a short time. She is truly awesome.
Wonderful Swim lessons
By
DTaylor on
08/29/2010
Booking of Lesson: Above Average
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
When my 4-year old son started swim lessons, he was initially afraid because of previous experience. But after the first lesson with Karen, he absolutely loved swim class and looks forward to his lessons. Best of all, he learned to swim and enjoys the water very much. Thanks to Karen's patience and fun technique.
Improved From Every Lesson
By
Jennifer on
06/11/2010
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
My childrens' technique and stamina noticably improved after every lesson. She motivated my lazier and more sensitive child without discouraging her, which is a fine line to walk. Also, took the extra time to find lesson times that worked for both of us.
Wonderful Instructor
By
James on
04/20/2010
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
Karen is a very good instructor thats gets a long very well with kids. She is professional, patient and very skilled. She taught my daughter basic swimming and water treading techniques in a short amount of time. I would recommend her to anyone from beginner to advanced for lessons. Mahalo Karen
Great Instructor!
By
Christina on
02/18/2010
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
As an adult getting over my fear of the water, Karen has been very patient. She pushes me when necessary, but never makes me feel uncomfortable. After just the second lesson, I felt more at ease in the water. I look forward to the lessons to see what else I am going to learn!
Karen is AWESOME!!
By
Joan Solitario on
11/17/2009
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
If you're looking for a patient instructor who will teach you how to swim, you've found the right on with Karen Chow! It's only been my 3rd lesson with her and I was able to swim!! Just do what she tells you and you will learn fast as well! Oh and I appreciate the fact that she tells me that she believes in me and knows I can do it! She was right! :o) THANK YOU KAREN!!! I'll definitely recommend you to my friends and family!!! Thank you also for making me comfortable about myself too!
FIVE STAR INSTRUCTOR!
By
Very Satisfied Parent! on
11/03/2009
Booking of Lesson: Excellent
Quality of Instruction: Excellent
Karen is very skilled in technique. She's very professional and able to motivate.
