Adult Swim Lessons

Group Adult Lessons at NHSTC

Swim lessons for adults and teens of all abilities
We are continuing our adult lesson programming this summer! Our instructors have been trained and are excited to teach swimming and water safety, regardless of level! Our core philosophies are still upheld at the adult level. We will teach to the level of each individual, provide constant feedback, and ensure that each individual is introduced to the basics of each skill before being asked to master it.
These classes are designed for people ages 13 and older.

Swim lessons are a wonderful foundation for building strong swimming skills! Group lessons offer:

a range of learning levels for all kinds of swimmers
skills taught in a group environment
a learning environment that encourages confidence
constructive feedback to help all improve their swimming skills
Currently all classes are drop in to allow for flexibility in schedules and allow fluidity between levels

*If you aren't sure which group to start in, see our descriptors below. If you still aren't sure, email our instructor Hillary at [email protected]

Classes available December 2nd- 18th

All classes will be drop-in only. Classes will be available only on Tuesdays this session.
Sign-ups Open on 2/16 for Members and 2/18 for Non-Members

Class	Day	Time
Beginner	Tuesday	6:00-6:30 PM
Intermediate	Tuesday	6:30- 7:00 PM
Advanced	Tuesday	7:00- 7:30 PM

Classes available January 26th - February 12th

All classes will be drop-in only. Classes will be available Tuesdays.
Sign-ups Open on 1/19 for Members and 1/21 for Non-Members.
No lessons the week of February 16th because of Mid-Winter Break.

Class	Day	Time
Beginner	Tuesday	6:00-6:30 PM
Intermediate	Tuesday	6:30- 7:00 PM
Advanced	Tuesday	7:00- 7:30 PM

Group Lesson Rates

30 minute Swim Class - Member Rate	$12.00
30 minute Swim Class - Non-Member Rate	$24.00
45 minute Stroke and Turn classes - Member Rate	$18.00
45 minute Stroke and Turn classes - Non-Member Rate	$36.00

*If withdrawing from a session prior to classes starting for a medical reason, you will be given a club credit for all classes unused. Cancellation requests made after the session has started will not be eligible for club credit or refund. Club credits will be good for 2 years from the date of issue.
Please note that we are unable to offer makeups or refunds for missed swim lesson class(es) for any reason.

Foundations of Swimming
An opportunity to get comfortable in the water and learn the fundamentals of water safety. This class teaches the foundation of swimming before our beginner class! This class is designed for those with no swim/ water experience.

Goggles not needed – encouraged to start without them

Beginner
An opportunity to learn more safety skills and build on the foundation started in our Foundations of Swimming class. Starting with strengthening floats, the class will build to start swimming short distances (15M) through kick, eventually adding arm use. Designed for those with prior basic water experience and interested in building their skill set from the ground up.

Goggles encouraged– but not required

Intermediate
An opportunity to build endurance while increasing comfortability in the water. Learn the basics of freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke and breaststroke kick. This class will work on building ability to swim independently from 15M to 25M. Designed for those looking to build endurance, comfortability swimming on their own with no additional aide, and deep-water confidence.

Goggles encouraged– but not required

Advanced
For those comfortable swimming longer distances on their own. An opportunity to learn the stroke basics, as well as strengthening endurance to build up distance. Learn fundamentals of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, side stroke, dolphin kick and elementary backstroke. For those interested in solidifying their knowledge of listed strokes. Designed for those who can swim a minimum of 25M and the ability to float on front and back for minimum of 7 seconds.

Goggles encouraged– but not required

Stroke and Turn
Designed to build stroke proficiency and be introduced to Breaststroke and Butterfly. Each class will be specialized to a specific stroke to build better technique and endurance in each stroke. These classes will be broken up into Backstroke/Freestyle and Breaststroke/Butterfly. This class is for those comfortable swimming minimum of 50M and have the capability to swim at least Freestyle and Backstroke Swim.

If you're not sure which class to sign up for please email our instructors here.

Private Lessons

How to book

Choose an instructor from below and click on the button affiliated with their name.
Click on "Request Lesson" and follow the prompts. An instructor will contact you to find a time that matches your schedule.

Pricing
$35 / 30 minutes: Members
$60 / 1 hour: Members
$95 / 1 hour, 30 minutes: Members

$70 / 30 minutes: Non-Members
$120 / 1 hour: Non-Members
$200 / 1 hour, 30 minutes: Non-Members

How to pay

If you are a new member, or non-member looking to sign up for private swim lessons, go to this site: https://newporthillsswimtennisclub.com/ and click Sign Up to make your personal profile.
Returning members and non-members click here https://newporthillsswimtennisclub.com/ to login with your email and password.
Click on the home icon at the top right of the page and go to bookings. From here you can pay for your lessons online or you can pay for them in person.
Each student is required to check in at the front desk upon arrival.
instructors must be notified of a cancellation at least 24 hours before the start of the lesson. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice can be charged based on the instructor's discretion.

Erin Knowles

Hi, my name is Erin Knowles, I've been working here at the pool for several years now, so you might recognize me from the front desk or shark camp! I recently graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science. While at school, I taught both group and private lessons to ages 3 through teens and adults. My family has been NHSTC members for quite some time, I went through group lessons here when I was a kid and started summer swim team at 9. I'm excited to be back!

Lessons with Erin

Hillary Chen

Hi, I’m Hillary. I’ve worked here at the club’s front desk since 2023 and have over 15 years of competitive swimming experience, both on club teams and throughout high school and college. I can teach all four strokes from a beginner to competitive level depending on your goals. Whether you’re new to the water or just looking to develop your technique, I hope I can help everyone I teach enjoy swimming as much as I have my entire life.

Lessons with hillary

Tim Doggett

Hey there, my name's Tim! I started teaching swim lessons over this summer. I went through swim lessons myself from ages 5-8 at a local club and have swam all throughout my life. I played 3 seasons of summer water polo for NHSTC. I think swimming is an amazing form of exercise that can help improve cardiovascular health and look forward to helping you improve your technical skills and overall health.

Lessons with Tim

Shay Sanders*

Hi! My name is Shay Sanders (she/her) and I’ve taught lessons and coached swim team for around 8 years. I grew up swimming at NHSTC and have a deep passion for swim and water safety, and having fun while doing it!
I have experience teaching all ages and levels - beginner through competition.
If you would like to schedule a private lesson for you or your child, please contact me via text (425-229-8081) or email ([email protected]). Please include the age of the lesson participant, experience level, and your scheduling availability.
Happy swimming!

Lessons with Shay

For more information about our Adult Swim Lesson program, please email Hillary here