Burd Basic Fitness
Professional Private Swim Instruction, Personal Training, Yoga & Pilates for Children & Adults.
Certified Safety & Professional Credentials
Your family's water safety, comfort, and skill progression are guided by verified professional certifications.
Red Cross WSI Certified
Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI) trained in progressive aquatic skill development and drowning prevention techniques.
CPR / AED & First Aid
Certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) operation, and Emergency First Aid Response.
10+ Years Experience
Over a decade of dedicated private swim instruction experience serving Palm Bay and Brevard County families.
Fully Insured & Licensed
Comprehensive commercial liability insurance coverage for private home pools, host pools, and facility instruction.
Patient 1-on-1 Gentle Method
Specialized approach focused on eliminating water anxiety, building trust, and building strong stroke fundamentals.
Swim4Me Program Partner
Recognized private aquatic development curriculum tailored for beginners through advanced swimmers.
Instruction Services & Official Rates
Private Swim Instruction
1-on-1 personalized swim instruction tailored for beginners, children, and adults focused on water safety, stroke mechanics, and endurance.
Semi-Private Swim
Designed for 2 swimmers (siblings or friends) of similar skill levels working on stroke technique, confidence, and aquatic safety.
Group Swim Lessons
Small group instruction (3+ swimmers) encouraging social learning, group drills, water confidence, and safety fundamentals.
Yoga & Pilates
Individual and group fitness sessions focusing on core strength, flexibility, mobility, and posture alignment.
Parent Guide & Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful information to prepare your child or yourself for a safe, fun, and successful first lesson.
🎒 What should my child bring to their first swim lesson?
Please have your child arrive dressed in a comfortable, fitted swimsuit with a dry towel. For children under 3 or not yet fully potty-trained, a fitted swim diaper is required. Swim goggles are recommended for swimmers practicing submerged breathing, and sunblock should be applied 20 minutes prior to entering the pool.
🌡 What is the ideal pool water temperature?
For beginner and young swimmers, warm water is essential to prevent shivering and anxiety. Ideal pool temperature is between 84°F and 88°F. If instructing in a private home pool, ensuring warm water helps young students relax and engage fully during their 30-minute session.
⛈ What is the Weather & Thunderstorm Policy?
Safety is our absolute #1 priority. If lightning is detected within 10 miles or heavy rain obstructs visibility of the pool bottom, lessons are paused or rescheduled immediately. Any session interrupted by weather will be credited or rescheduled at no additional cost.
⏳ How long are sessions and what is the cancellation policy?
Standard private swim lessons are 30 minutes in length to maximize focus and prevent exhaustion. If you need to reschedule or cancel a session, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice via text or phone call.
🏊 Can parents stay and watch by the pool?
Absolutely! Parents are warmly encouraged to observe lessons from a comfortable poolside seat. For timid or young swimmers, seeing a parent nearby provides confidence, while allowing the instructor to maintain 1-on-1 focus.