Evo Swim School

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Hannah Janae Pagar, Age 5, has graduated from the Sea Lion class level. She can now display the ability to swim a basic freestyle stroke (otherwise known as “big arms”) while taking a breath on her back. She is prepared for the Porpoise class where she will learn the freestyle side breathing technique and backstroke. On behalf of Hannah’s instructor, Deneb and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Lotus Brewton, Age 5, has graduated from the Sea Lion class level. He can now display the ability to swim a basic freestyle stroke (otherwise known as “big arms”) while taking a breath on his back. He is prepared for the Porpoise class where he will learn the freestyle side breathing technique and backstroke. On behalf of Lotus’ instructor, Griffin and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Tristan Fritz, age 12, has graduated from the Dolphin class level. Tristan can now display the basics of all four competitive swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Tristan has completed the EVO Swim School curriculum for group lessons and is ready for our Advanced Stroke class. Advanced Stroke classes swim the length of our pool and receive an introduction to the swim team environment. Here he will learn how to turn on the wall, read a pace clock, and perform new drills with fins on his feet. On behalf of Tristan’s instructor, Tyler and Alex, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

When you’re on the hunt for the best place to take Gilbert swim lessons, one of the main things to look for is a school that has skilled and professional swim instructors. Being a good instructor is part art, part science. You need the certifications and proper training, as well as strong people and management skills. At EVO Swim School, we have strict guidelines that instructors must meet to be part of our team. Here are some of the qualities we look for that you also can use during your swim instructor search.

1. Certifications or Training

There are several nationally recognized certifications instructors can get. However, many of these certifications are watered down and don’t achieve the desired results we require at EVO. We see these certifications as a bonus if instructors already have them, but they are not required. In fact, many of our best instructors came to us without any formal certifications.

When researching Gilbert swim lessons, look for instructors who either have certifications OR go through hands-on training as part of their employment with the school. For example, all EVO instructors receive in-house training from a Site Manager. Before they’re approved to begin teaching, each person must pass a written test and teach with the owner to ensure they can meet our high performance standards.

2. Defined Lesson Plans

Good lessons start with a good plan that keeps instructors organized and ensures students learn all the important skills they need. At EVO, we have a special approach to aquatic instruction with an emphasis on six goals: being safe, having fun, staying fit, and eventually swimming for competition. This approach and our ability to get results quickly represent our mantra, “where learning to swim has evolved.”

All of our instructors are required to follow our approved curriculum and steady, consistent style to make sure each student has the best experience possible, no matter which class they take. When you’re researching swim schools, ask about their lesson plans and teaching style to understand exactly what each student will learn and how they will learn it over the course of each session.

3. Plenty of Repetition

In addition to having defined lesson plans, it’s just as important to work with instructors who give students enough turns to practice during their lessons. For example, if your son or daughter is swimming with three other students and is getting fewer than 10-12 turns, your child isn’t getting enough practice time, and you are not getting your money’s worth. Depending on the class level, EVO strives to provide children with 18-30 turns during a 30-minute class. Use this as a benchmark during your instructor search.

4. Small Class Sizes

Getting personal attention is vital to any swim lesson, so seek out schools with low instructor-to-child ratios. For example, all of EVO’s five lesson levels maintain a ratio of no more than four swimmers to one instructor (4:1). Our parent-tot classes and Advanced Stroke classes have a maximum ratio of 6:1 and 16:1, respectively. Maintaining small class sizes allows instructors to properly supervise and coach every student, while making the class easier to manage.

5. Strong Coaching Persona

Much like getting a driver’s license, receiving swim instructor certifications is only the first step in becoming a good coach. Instructors at EVO must have patience, be able to explain instructions clearly, listen and be in tune with their students, give corrections firmly yet nicely, and balance fun with professionalism. We recommend looking for similar qualities in any instructor you work with.

For more information on how to pick the right swim instructor for you, call EVO at 480-539-2660.

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Varun Shankar, age 5, has graduated from the Seal class level. He is now considered a proficient back yard swimmer with the ability to swim three widths of our pool (30 yards total) with a strong kick and great breath control. He can also jump from the side, get a breath on his back, and return to the side of the pool as a safety habit. He will be moving to the Sea Lion class to receive an introduction to the freestyle stroke with an emphasis placed on “big arms”. On behalf of Varun’s instructor, Lindsey, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Lauren Goluba, age 8, has graduated from the Porpoise class level. She has learned to swim a proper freestyle stroke with the side breathing technique and backstroke. She is now ready for the Dolphin class where her will learn breaststroke and butterfly. On behalf Of Lauren’s instructor, Andrew, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Luke Jones, age 8, has graduated from the Dolphin class level. Luke can now display the basics of all four competitive swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Luke has completed the EVO Swim School curriculum for group lessons and is ready for our Advanced Stroke class. Advanced Stroke classes swim the length of our pool and receive an introduction to the swim team environment. Here he will learn how to turn on the wall, read a pace clock, and perform new drills with fins on his feet. On behalf of Luke’s instructor, Bryn, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Mia Liagoure, Age 4, has graduated from the Otter class level. She can now swim independently from the wall to the instructor and roll on her back for a security breath. She will be moving to the Seal class to perfect her kicking skills and improved breath control in order to be a great backyard swimmer. On behalf of Mia’s instructor, Ashley, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Chloe Fischer, Age 3, has graduated from the Otter class level. She can now swim independently from the wall to the instructor and roll on her back for a security breath. She will be moving to the Seal class to perfect her kicking skills and improved breath control in order to be a great backyard swimmer. On behalf of Chloe’s instructor, Ashley, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Ariana Vondrak, age 10, has graduated from the Dolphin class level. Ariana can now display the basics of all four competitive swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Ariana has completed the EVO Swim School curriculum for group lessons and is ready for our Advanced Stroke class. Advanced Stroke classes swim the length of our pool and receive an introduction to the swim team environment. Here she will learn how to turn on the wall, read a pace clock, and perform new drills with fins on her feet. On behalf of Ariana’s instructor, Bryn, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!