AQUATICS

Private and Group Lessons

Private swim and dive lessons are available exclusively to Tuckahoe members and families on our membership waitlist. Interested in membership? Contact membership@tuckahoe.net. Our Summer Group Lessons are open to members and non-members alike.

Enhance your skills in the water with our expert instructors! Whether you’re working on water comfort, learning to swim, refining competitive strokes, or seeking a great aquatic workout, our personalized lessons are designed to support your growth as a swimmer. We now offer private dive lessons as well—our talented dive coaches are here to help you improve your form and confidence on the board.

Lesson Levels and Options:

Youth Swim Lessons: Tailored for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.

Adult Swim Lessons: Private and semi-private options for stroke improvement and learn to swim.

How It Works
 
1. Submit a request. Complete the private lesson request form below. Tell us your athlete’s level, how often you’d like to meet, and every day and time that works for you — the more availability you give us, the faster we can match you.
 
2. We match you with a coach. Every request is reviewed by the Aquatics Director and paired with the instructor who best fits your athlete’s level, goals and schedule. You’ll hear back by email. If you have a preferred coach, tell us on the form and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
 
3. Schedule and pay. Once you’re matched, you set your lesson times directly with your coach. Payment is due before the lesson and can be made at the front desk by cash, check, or credit card.
 
All private lessons require an active credit card to be kept on file with the club. Lessons cannot begin until payment has been received.
 
Questions at any point? Contact Aquatics@Tuckahoe.net.

Private Swim & Dive Lessons

Ready to improve your skills in the water? Our list of skilled private instructors and their rates can be found below. Dive lessons are available with any of our experienced dive coaches. Adult private or semi-private stroke and learn-to-swim lessons are also offered.

Choose the instructor who best fits your needs, and start your journey toward greater confidence and skill in the water!

Private/Semi-Private Instructors

Explore our list of private instructors and their rates below. If you have any questions about scheduling, specific requests, or finding the ideal coach for your needs, please contact us at Aquatics@Tuckahoe.net.

Ready to Begin?

To get started, please complete the form below.

Private Lesson Packages

All private lessons must be paid for before they begin. You can pay in advance by purchasing a lesson package (3-pack, 5-pack, or 10-pack) by contacting aquatics@tuckahoe.net.

Packages are coach-specific, meaning they apply only to lessons with a coach at the corresponding level. Private swim lesson packages are exclusively for private lessons, while semi-private packages apply only to semi-private lessons.

Any unused lessons on your package are fully refundable.

Lesson Availability

The windows below apply to our winter season, Labor Day through Memorial Day, when the indoor pool is in use for team and program practices at other times. Summer availability is broader — contact Aquatics@Tuckahoe.net.
 
Swim Lessons — Indoor Pool
 
Available for lessons
Monday & Wednesday: 6:30 pm – close
Tuesday & Thursday: 7:15 pm – close
Friday: 6:00 pm – close

Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm

Weekday mornings & afternoons Limited availability before 4:00 pm — ask us

Dive Lessons
Available for lessons
Friday: 6:00 pm – close
Saturday: 1:00 pm – close
Sunday: 12:30 – 1:00 pm

Professional Coaches

Rates vary by coach – inquire directly

Chris Douglass
Assistant Head Dive Coach

Shannon Eagan
Head Dive Coach

Zach Eisig
Head Swim Coach

Torey Ortmayer
Head Swim Coach

Laura Branton

Grace Gartman

Graduate Coaches

Private: $41/30min
Semi-Private: $23/additional athlete

Diana O’Donnell

Elizabeth Hughes

Andrea Montano

Saira Smith

Erin Warner

Senior Coaches

Private: $36/30min
Semi-Private: $19/additional athlete

Violet Dunkel

Ella English

Desmond Spignardo

Junior Coaches

Private: $30/30min
Semi-Private: $17/additional athlete

Amelia Bayer

Jillian Bayer

Kyle Koay

Vicki Waisberg

Summer Group Swim Lessons

Description

Group lessons have ended for the year. Information and registration for 2027 Summer Group Lessons will become available in May 2027. The details below reflect our 2026 season and are posted so families can see what the program looks like. Questions in the meantime: Aquatics@Tuckahoe.net.

Tuckahoe’s beginner-level group swim lessons are designed to build water confidence and essential safety skills in a fun, supportive environment. Our young swimmers will learn:

  • Full submersion and surfacing techniques
  • Floating on front and back
  • Wall walking for safety
  • Proper breathing techniques
  • Treading Water
  • Introduction to forward propulsion using kick and pull techniques
  • Proper use of swim equipment (suits, goggles, caps, kickboards, etc.)

Join us as we help young swimmers develop foundational skills for a lifetime of confidence in the water!

Level I (Ages ~3-6)

30-Min class

Our Level 1 swim classes introduce children to independent water skills in a safe, encouraging environment. To join, participants should be comfortable in a group setting. Skills covered include:

  • Basic water safety rules
  • Building water comfort and confidence
  • Proper breathing techniques
  • Submerging and re-emerging
  • Floating on both front and back
  • Kicking on front and back for propulsion

This level sets a strong foundation for safe, independent swimming!

Level II (Ages ~4-7)

30-Min Class

Level 2 classes help swimmers build on water comfort and safety while developing greater independence in the water. Skills covered include:

  • Enhancing comfort and safety awareness
  • Independent propulsion techniques
  • Developing proper kick technique
  • Floating on the back independently
  • Introduction to the freestyle stroke

These skills provide a solid base for advancing swimmers toward more confident and efficient movement in the water.

Level III (Ages ~5-8)

30-Min Class

Level 3 classes are designed for swimmers who have forward propulsion skills. This level focuses on refining technique and introducing new skills, including:

  • Improving freestyle arm stroke with an emphasis on side breathing
  • Developing advanced safety skills like treading water
  • Introducing the basics of backstroke
  • Improving kicking technique

These skills help swimmers build endurance, confidence, and technique as they progress toward more advanced levels.

2026 Group Swim Lesson Details (season complete)

Group lessons will be offered on weekday evenings (5pm – 6:30pm) from late June to mid-July. There is one session spanning this period, and each class will be 30 minutes long. Group lessons take place in the Tuckahoe Indoor Pool on weekday evenings. There is limited space available – if your desired class is full, please contact Aquatics@Tuckahoe.net to join the waitlist.

  • Session 1: June 23 – July 10, 2026 (9 classes)
    • Class Dates:
      • Tues 6/23
      • Weds 6/24
      • Thurs 6/25
      • Fri 6/26
      • Tues 6/30
      • Weds 7/1
      • Thurs 7/2
      • Thurs 7/9
      • Fri 7/10
    • Schedule Note: The class schedule is built around the club’s swim/dive meet calendar and holiday observances. No classes on Mondays, Friday 7/3 (Independence Day weekend), Tuesday 7/7, or Wednesday 7/8.
    • Member Registration: $150
    • Nonmember Registration: $170

Level I

Beginner
Practice Days & Time:
  • Weekdays 5pm – 530pm

Level II

Beginner
Practice Days & Time:
  • Weekdays 530pm – 6pm

Level III

Beginner
Practice Days & Time:
  • Weekdays 6pm – 630pm
Please Note:
  • Minimum class size: Each class requires a minimum of 3 registered swimmers to run. If a class does not meet the minimum, we will reorganize classes — merging where possible — which may result in changes to class times. We’ll communicate any changes directly with affected families.
  • Class placement: On the first day of class, instructors will evaluate each child’s skills to ensure proper placement. If we feel a child would be better served in a different level, we’ll discuss moving them with you before making any change.

2026 registration opened May 10 for members and May 27 for nonmembers. 2027 dates will be announced in May 2027.

Group Lesson FAQs

Each swim class requires a minimum of three children to run. If fewer than three are registered, we will do our best to merge classes where possible or, if necessary, cancel the class. Our goal is to maintain an optimal learning environment with a maximum 4:1 athlete-to-instructor ratio, ensuring focused, personalized attention for each swimmer.

On the first day of class, instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming skills to ensure proper placement. If any significant adjustments are necessary, we will discuss them with the parent. Our aim is to group children with similar swimming abilities together, regardless of age, to foster a supportive and effective learning environment.

Instructors will utilize Tuckahoe’s group lesson descriptions to assess the skills each child may have already acquired. Coaches will recommend when children are ready to advance to the next level based on their progress. If a child is not yet ready for advancement, they should be registered for the same class in the next session to continue developing their skills.

Please note that no refunds will be issued after the first class of the current session. In the event that we must cancel a class due to the club being closed, we will strive to provide a make-up class or may offer pro-rata refunds for the missed session.

To maximize our time in the water, please arrive at least 5 minutes early. Note that non-members may only enter the facility with one family member accompanying the child onto the pool deck. The front desk will not allow additional family members beyond this.

Athletes are encouraged to wear a proper bathing suit and bring a pair of goggles to each class. For those with longer hair, a swim cap is recommended, although it is not required.