SWIM INTENSIVES 2026
Thank you for your interest in the Swim Intensive Program. As a swim instructor for 18 years, I’ve always thought this is the way to go. A week long intensive program to learn quickly, efficiently, instead of dragging it out 1 time a week over 8 weeks.
· Sessions are 40 minutes, 5 days a week
· We come to a pool of your choice- can be yours, grandmas, friends, whoever feels comfortable allowing us. And if you are picking June- I would recommend the pool be heated.
· We bring all the devices and toys- you don’t have to worry about anything like that. I do ask if the child has a favorite pool toy you have that handy. OH and PURCHASE GOGGLES.
· Lessons are RAIN OR SHINE. We only cancel if there are thunderstorms. In which case we make up that session the Saturday or a the next week.
ALL THE DETAILS ARE IN THAT YOUTUBE VIDEO ABOVE
**Please note- if you’re looking for weekly lessons, we can accomodate that. Our weekly lessons are 40 mins as well, cost is $120.
Summer 2026:
Week 1: June 1-5
Week 2: June 8-12
Week 3: June 15-19
Week 4: June 22-26
Week 5: June 29- July 3
Week 6: July 6-10
Week 7: July 13-17
Week 8: Jul 20-24
Week 9: Jul 27-31
Week 10: Aug 3-7
Week 11: Aug 10-14
Times: You will be assigned the same time every day, Options are:
9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
Please note: We can do MAY and can do 5pm. Please let me know if that is what you prefer!
After you watch the video, if you’d like to proceed, please BOOK CHAT HERE.
Yes- we chat on the phone to discuss your goals for swim lessons and make sure we are the right fit for your child(ren)
Pricing:
A little more about the 10 min chat:
Before we book these sessions, we will talk on the phone for 10 mins- You will tell me your goals for your child and I will give you my thoughts and experiences. I am honest about what I think the child could achieve based on child’s age and your description. We set a goal. You practice at the times I’m not there. This is a group effort. Swim Intensives may not be as effective without you practicing.
5 day week: $600
If you want to book, I ask for a $120 deposit to hold your spots. The rest is payable on the first day of our week together. Zelle, Venmo (@dee-utt), or Cash is fine 6463340703 is the number associated with the accounts. Pricing for one session is $120 if you’re looking for a refresher or would like weekly lessons.
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Book the chat!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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We offer in home swim lessons in Staten Island NY.
We can do weekly traditional lessons or we provide a special intensive program which is 5 days in a week.
Each lesson is 40 mins.
We also pair with Freedom Aquatics, creating a special baby & me Swim Tots class. This is for 0-4 years old in a heated pool in Parlin, NJ
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Review the information above. We highly suggest you watch the youtube video above- it answers questions you aren’t sure you had!
From there, book the 10 min chat with Denise. Here we determine which program is best for you child, along with picking schedules and instructors.
Then you send me the $120 deposit. Rest is payable on the first day of your lessons.
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Our instructors are more experienced than your average teen coming to the backyard to teach a lesson.
We design our programs to be efficient and we set goals that are realistic.
Truth is, children drown every summer (on Staten Island!) We want to create a program that lowers that statistic. Let’s have a fun summer and a safe summer!
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Email any time:
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Each 40 min session costs $120.
So if you are booking a 5 day intensive, that total cost is $600.
Deposit for the intensive is $120, the rest ($480) is due the first day of your swim intensive week.
PLEASE NOTE we do not care if you have multiple kids in the lesson or even split the time with someone else. We always charge by the time, not how many kids (**But the more kids in the lesson, the less individual attention each kid gets, so may want to keep it under 3-4 kids**)
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We have to get some reviews on here. Check the instagram- we have been showing responses from parents =)
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Goggles for sure.
We have a swim device (the backpack) which we train our kids, along with fins. We have swim toys (of course !) We bring all of that.
If you wanted to get the backpack and fins before your lessons begin so you can start practice - go for it !
Meet the Team
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Dr. Denise DeRosa
FOUNDER
Swim instructor x18 years, Mom of 3, Doctor of Physical Therapy. I hope to build a safer summer for these kiddos. Prevent drownings and have fun!
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Christian
Swim Instructor x4 years
Competitive swimmer&diver x 13 years
Chem Eng Major at Villanova
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Joe
Swim Instructor x4 years
Competitive Swimmer x13 years
Our Farrell Athlete!
Dr. Denise’s Experience
Lifeguard cert since 2005, Swim Instructor since 2008
Became a Water Safety Instructor in 2010ish (this is the course to become a red cross certified instructor)
Swim Coach since 2010, Actual USA certified Swim Coach from 2011-2015.. I let it expire when I became a Physical Therapist because I got the PT job at that point.
I have done lessons privately at clients houses in SI since 2008.
Also did lessons for YMCA and Freedom Aquatics, 2 prominent Swim lesson organizations here in SI/NJ.
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I’ve taught kids of all ages, youngest 3 months, oldest grandma age I didn’t ask her lol
Of course I’ve taught kids with special needs. That is no problem for me as I have experience working with all kinds of personalities and family dynamics.
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Listen, truth is, the swim world is vast. You can get an instructor like me with many years of experience (17?!) or you may find a high school kid. The high school kid probably charges less, but… quality. Sorry high school kids, much love to you. ORRR you find a seasoned swimmer, but they may not know how to explain the skills, just give the drills but cant communicate well with kids.
Not tooting my horn, but I know what im doing here. Swim im very effective, and im honest. So if I think the kid wont swim, im guna tell you. And im going to give you things to practice that you must do and then the next summer the kid will swim.