First-time adult swimmer: Has anyone had luck with city rec center private lessons?
Hey everyone,
I'm a total beginner and finally working up the courage to learn how to swim. I signed up for private lessons at city Rec Center (2 weeks, 1-on-1), but I'm nervous about whether it'll be the right fit.
I tried a college swim class before but dropped it halfway.
I felt behind, scared, and like the instructor didn't see my struggle. I was the only minority in the class, and everyone else was way ahead given they had some prior experience with swimming. I did pick up a bit of backstroke (it feels safer), but I can't freestyle at all, my kicks are weak, and I can't maintain a float.
Has anyone taken private swim lessons through a city rec program? Did it help? Any tips for building confidence or making the most of 1-on-1 time? I also learned my instructor might be a teenager, so l don't know how to feel about that. I'm in my early 20s and not sure if a teenager can handle an adult with built up anxiety. I called the office and explained my concern, but they told me I would be fine and they train adults too.
1am sacrificing by leaving my class 30 mins early to make it on time which my professor is ok with, but I don't know if it's worth it given it's a 4 week class.
I really want to try to do this, just need a little guidance. I don't want to spend money on something that would yield the same results as before.