I am thinking about giving beginning adult swim lessons in my backyard pool (5 x 12 yards). Does anyone have any experience with this?
I know I need to look into the nuts and bolts--e.g., insurance, neighborhood regulations, etc. But I'd really appreciate any success or "war" stories to help me think this through. It's a great idea, BAD, great idea, BAD, greatbadgreatbadgreatbad.............!
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Thanks for your replies. I'm taking them seriously and will consult with a lawyer before proceeding. I know one who works on other sports related businesses. I had to purchase a special rider to my homeowner's insurance for another business I run from my home--maybe one to include use of the pool will be prohibitively expenses or not available. And yes, I am certified as a lifeguard. I'm very cautious about these issues you've raised and thanks for reminding me of them.
Still with all the obstacles, I'm still considering it because I meet a lot of adults who are shy or inhibited about taking real beginning lessons in a public pool (i.e., any pool where others can watch them). I think the privacy issues for them (body images, afraid of the water, uncoordinated) prevents them from relaxing and learning to swim.
Thanks for your replies. I'm taking them seriously and will consult with a lawyer before proceeding. I know one who works on other sports related businesses. I had to purchase a special rider to my homeowner's insurance for another business I run from my home--maybe one to include use of the pool will be prohibitively expenses or not available. And yes, I am certified as a lifeguard. I'm very cautious about these issues you've raised and thanks for reminding me of them.
Still with all the obstacles, I'm still considering it because I meet a lot of adults who are shy or inhibited about taking real beginning lessons in a public pool (i.e., any pool where others can watch them). I think the privacy issues for them (body images, afraid of the water, uncoordinated) prevents them from relaxing and learning to swim.