We offer private swim lessons at Five Points Washington’s Aquatic Center all year round! We have a wonderful team of instructors that want to help you learn how to swim in a comfortable setting that meets you where you are. Our trained staff will work with you or your child to give you the best experience possible. We would like you to meet our team of instructors below!
Our private swim lessons offer flexible scheduling based off of your availability. These customized lessons are a great option for everyone!
Children must be 2 or older to sign up for privates.
For more questions, contact Program Manager, Brad Weaver at
(309) 444-8222 Ext. 48 or bradw@fivepointswashington.org.
Pricing and Packages
Lesson packages are available in singles or packages of 4 or 8
GENERAL LESSON INFORMATION:
ALL PRICES ARE PER PARTICIPANT. FOR SEMI-PRIVATES YOU MUST HAVE 2-3 PARTICIPANTS INTERESTED. FIVE POINTS DOES NOT PAIR PARTICIPANTS UP FOR A SEMI-PRIVATE TRAINING.
Those interested in semi-private lessons should be on similar skill levels to ensure the best instruction possible.
Our private lessons offer flexible schedule and do not take place on any set days or times. Once you submit a request form you are paired with an instructor within two weeks who will contact you directly to discuss scheduling. *When there is a high volume of requests it may take longer to be paired with an instructor, especially if you indicate a limited availability.
Members, ask about our recurring service options! This is a recurring billing option for swim lessons that saves you the hassle of remembering to pay and breaks up the cost into smaller payments.
During this time, we are spacing out all our private swim lessons, sanitizing equipment after each use, and taking temperatures of everyone that enters the building. Parents are asked that they wait on the benches and distance themselves from other parents as much as possible. Masks must be worn into the facility but are not required while watching, if you can practice safe distancing. While our instructors are in the water, giving instruction, and demonstrating technique, they will not have a mask on in order to give the best quality lesson they can and to ensure their own. We are following CDC guidelines for pools very closely and breathing through a wet mask can be very harmful to our staff.
Meet the Private LEsson Swim Instructors
Not sure which instructor to request?
We would be happy to pair you with an available instructor based on your listed preferences.
**Due to a high volume of requests, we are currently at a two week wait to be paired with an instructor to start lessons. **
Not sure which instructor to request? Click here to submit an electronic Private or Semi-Private Lesson Request
Abby Hilst
Abby Hilst
I recently graduated with a degree in Elementary Education from ISU and currently teach in Peoria. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to teach swim lessons at Five Points. I’ve been fortunate to work with an endless amount of terrific children and families. I swam competitively since the age of six for several local swim teams. I was an assistant coach for the Water Warriors and Metamora Area Swim Team. I’ve volunteered for HISRA’s Special Olympic Swim Team, I’ve taught at several facilities where I have worked with all ages and all skill levels! I have a lot of incredible experience working with children with special needs and view swimming as an essential skill to have for all learners. I am still just as much a student as I am a teacher in the water. I am constantly learning new ways to help others feel safe in the pool.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Abby!
Acacia Tully
Acacia Tully
I have been swimming almost my whole life, I’ve been on year-round teams since I was 5 which has helped me gain experience in every part of swimming. I can teach beginner swimmers all the way up to those wanting to become competitive swimmers. I would love to work with all ages, abilities, and skill levels. I am also available to teach special needs lessons. I truly believe swimming is a skill everyone should learn. If you are thinking of signing up for privates, I would love the opportunity to help you reach your goals!
Acacia is available Sunday’s after 2 and Monday and Wednesday’s before 3 PM
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Acacia!
Adian Pugh
Aidan Pugh
I have lived in the water ever since I was born. I swam on swim teams for 7 years and love going into the ocean to bogie board. It is my belief that everyone should have the ability to swim and it is my goal to help people achieve that. I will teach any age group as well and I enjoy teaching special needs lessons . I believe swimming is a skill that is important for safety and for fun. I would love to teach your child.
Aidan is available Saturday mornings from 11-1, and Monday evenings.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Aidan!
Anna Rockett
I believe swimming is an important skill to learn. I love working with children. I am available to teach levels from beginner to intermediate and ages 4-7. I would love the opportunity to teach your child!
Anna is available Monday and Tuesday evenings and Saturday afternoons.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Anna!
Aubrey Edwards
Aubrey Edwards
I believe being a strong swimmer is one of the most important skills to learn at some point in a person’s life. I learned to swim at a young age, and quickly learned that it is a fun activity and a great way to exercise. I work well with kids and adults of all ages and I hope to get to know you and/or your child so swim lessons can be comfortable and fun!
Bridget Huizenga
Bridget Huizenga
I have always loved swimming, and think it is a very important and useful skill to learn. I am able to teach beginner to early intermediate swimmers. I am also able to teach children with special needs. Growing up I played many sports so I understand the time, dedication, and patience it takes to learn new skills like swimming. I would love the opportunity to teach your kids all the wonders of swimming.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Bridget!
Clayton DeShon
Grant Anderson
Grant Anderson
I have been on swim teams and in the pool for as long as I can remember. I was on the varsity swim team at Washington during my entire high school career. I currently take classes online at college. Swimming is something I have always enjoyed, and I believe that it is a skill everyone should learn. I enjoy teaching children and adults of all ages.
Grant is available various times throughout the week. If you are interested in lessons with Grant, please submit a request and he will contact you to discuss.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Grant!
Jackson Williams
Jackson Williams
I am 16 and attend Washington High School. I participated in swim team for eight years. I think swimming is an extremely important skill to learn. I can teach any skill level and ages 2-12 years old. I’d love to teach your child how to swim!
Jackson is not available.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Jackson!
Jacob Kunka
Jacob Kunka
I love swimming! Not only is it a fun way to exercise, but it is an important skill that everyone should learn.
I enjoy working with children ages 4 and up. I understand the patience that goes into becoming a good swimmer, so I am happy to help them get there.
I am excited for the opportunity to teach your child!
My time is very flexible.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Jacob!
Jaxon Bradburn
Jaxon Bradburn
I have been swimming competitively for about 5 years. A fun fact about me is I placed top 3 in a relay at Illinois swimming state championship last season. I am available to teach all skill levels and I am comfortable teaching all ages. I teach lessons because I love being able to help people improve and get better at things.
Jaxon is available to teach Wednesdays 1-2 and 6-7. and Saturday 1-2:10.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Jaxon!
Macy Williams
Macy Williams
I have lived in Washington my whole life and swam on the Washington Water Jets Swim Team for 6 years. I enjoy teaching kids of any age or ability level. My favorite part about teaching lessons is being able to work with kids and to watch them progress in swimming. I would love the opportunity to teach your child.
Macy is full but can try to fit a special request into her schedule, if you are flexible.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Macy!
Madison Shank
Madison Shank
Swimming is something I love to do, and I want to share that love with others. I have been swimming for my high school swim team for about 2 years now. I love working with kids ages 2.5-8 and I want to have the opportunity to put a smile on their faces when they are in the water learning or pick up on a new skill. Kids make my day brighter and I hope to make their day just as bright was well. I am very patient and understanding with children and I feel that is very important when teaching. I want the best for your child when it comes to learning. I would love the opportunity to teach your child!
Madison is available Monday and Friday evenings.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Madison!
Makayla Lauderback
Makayla Lauderback
I am a student at Washington Community High School. I swim for Washington Water Jets in the summer, PAWW is my club team, and I also swim for WCHS co-op swim team. I have been swimming since I was six and I feel that is a very important skill for everyone to have. I value water safety and I love teaching all ages, but I enjoy ages 4 and up the most. I would love to have the opportunity to help you reach your goals.
Makayla is available Saturday’s after 2 PM and if requested can be flexible on weeknights.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Makayla!
Regan Bell
Regan Bell
I am a student at Washington Community High School. I swam for both Washington Water Jets and Docs. I feel swimming is an important skill to have for the safety of children and helps build a strong athletic foundation. I love teaching kids ages 2.5 to 9 at a beginner and intermediate skill level. I have always loved the water, and I am excited to help others feel the same! It is exciting when a child overcomes their fear of water. I really enjoy working with kids, and I know working with kids will always be a part of my life.
Regan is available Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Regan!
Sophie Wedig
Sophie Wedig
I am a successful swimmer on my high school’s swim team and love it greatly. I really enjoy working with children 3 and up. The best feeling after a lesson is knowing that I am actively helping a child be more comfortable in the water and making it fun! I can’t wait to start working with your kids!
Sophie is available Sunday's starting at noon and Wednesday starting at 12:30.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Sophie!
Brianna Smith
I have enjoyed swimming since I was little. My mom sent me to swim camp when I was younger, and I had so much fun and it also helped with exercising. I really enjoy working with kids! I am super patient and understanding. I would love to have the opportunity to work with your child and to teach them how to swim and help them have fun while doing it!! I am available to teach kids ages 4-7.
Brianna is available in the mornings before 11:30 and in the afternoons after 4 PM.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Brianna!
Kit Leman
Kit Leman
I love swimming and participated in swim team as a child. I enjoy teaching lessons because I love to bring new understanding and courage to kids who are struggling with comprehension or fear. I am skilled in teaching children who have trouble overcoming their fear of water. I am a drum major at the high school and I want to be a doctor after high school. I would love to teach your child!
Kit is available on weekends.
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Kit!
Loona Witmer
Name: Loona Witmer
Days/Times available to teach: Tuesdays & Thursdays AM, Wednesdays 5pm - 7:30 pm, and on the weekends.
Skill levels available to teach: beginner, intermediate, Adult, Special needs Age groups comfortable teaching: All ages
There’s nothing more satisfying than teaching a child a set of skills that they will have for the rest of their lives. I believe learning to swim is both a survival skill and a good way to get exercise. When you know how to swim, you can safely enjoy water activities. I was an educator for 8 years in a special education setting until I chose to be a stay at home mom. I decided to become a swimming instructor because I love water and I enjoy working with children. I grew up in Maldives surrounded by the ocean, so being in the water has always been a big part of my life. I am open to working with all ages/ability levels and special needs children. I believe that having confidence is important and I love to remind all of my students that they are able to accomplish anything they set their minds to. If given the opportunity, I would love to help your child learn to swim!
Click here to request private or semi-private lessons with Loona!