Evo Swim School

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Isabella Minard, age 5, has graduated from the Seal class level. She is now considered a proficient backyard swimmer with the ability to swim three widths of our pool (30 yards total) with a strong kick and great breath control. She can also jump from the side, get a breath on her back, and return to the side of the pool as a safety habit. She 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 Isabella’s instructors; Teri, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Makinzie Ten Eyck, age 5, 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 she will learn breaststroke and butterfly. On behalf of Makinzie’s instructor, Kristine, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Jordee Strebeck, 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 Jordee’s instructor, Tara, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Eldrick Smith, age 5, has graduated from the Seal class level. He is now considered a proficient backyard 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 Eldrick’s instructors; Tara, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that J.R. Wood has graduated from the Dolphin class level. J.R. can now display the basics of all four competitive swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). J.R. 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 he feet. On behalf of J.R.’s instructor, Jodie, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Katie Lamb-Wright, age 6, 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 she will learn breaststroke and butterfly. On behalf of Katie’s instructor, Megan, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Corah Harper has graduated from the Dolphin class level. Corah can now display the basics of all four competitive swimming strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Corah 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 Corah’s instructor, Ashley, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Sarah Giroux, age 5, 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 she will learn breaststroke and butterfly. On behalf of Sarah’s instructor, Ashley, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Briana DiCosmo, Age 4, 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 Briana’s instructor, Ashley, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

At EVO’s Mesa swimming school, our goal is to offer the very best aquatic instruction for infants, children, pre-competitive swimmers, and adults. Part of that instruction includes helping people be knowledgeable and confident swimmers, so over the next few months, EVO’s owner, David Tait, will be answering some of the common questions he receives from parents and students at our school.

This month, David shares his insights on adult swim lessons. While the benefits of lessons are obvious for children, we often hear from adults who are not sure if it’s the right fit for them. They want to learn how to swim better or improve their fitness, but because of pride or unfamiliarity, they may be hesitant to dive in. We sat down with David to hear more about how to overcome those hurdles and why EVO feels so strongly that swimming lessons aren’t just for kids.

1. What are some of the reasons adults may want to consider taking swim lessons?

David: “There are more adults who are poor swimmers or don’t know how to swim than you might think. The absolute #1 reason to take lessons is for safety. Adults who can’t swim can’t save themselves or a child who might be in danger. That could be a recipe for disaster, so by learning how to properly swim, adults can learn the knowledge and techniques they need to keep themselves and everyone around them safe in the water.”

2. If an adult already knows how to swim, are there reasons they would still benefit from taking additional lessons or participating in a swim team?

David: “We have lots of adults who can swim but don’t know a basic freestyle stroke. It isn’t hard to learn, and many of them quickly find swimming to be a great challenge that offers an amazing workout. We teach freestyle at all of our Adult Masters Swim training sessions. It doesn’t take long to pick up the right technique and learn the right breathing. Once you accomplish that, a whole new world of swimming opens up.”

3. Is there anything adults need to do to prepare for taking lessons or joining a team (equipment they need to buy, certain exercises they should complete or skills they should have, etc.)?

David: “No. They just need to be ready to relax and breathe!”

If you’re interested in more advice from David about adult swim lessons or information about our Mesa swimming school, get in touch with EVO at 480-539-2660.