Connect the Dots Swim

If I could give more than 5 stars to Kevin at «Connect the Dots Swim,» I most certainly would do so! I recently took my 4 ½ year old daughter to another swim school, and she was really struggling. She screamed and cried through the entire lesson, and I did not see any improvement in the month we attended (2 times a week). I could sense the frustration from some of the teachers, and I believe my daughter could feel it as well. We decided to take a break from swim lessons, since it felt like it was wasting everyone’s time and our money, as well as causing more stress and anxiety to our daughter.
I had seen the great reviews on «Connect the Dots Swim,» and Kevin was recommended by a friend of mine, so we decided to give it a shot. I could not be happier with the results! Our daughter instantly responded so positively to Kevin. Although she still had a tough time with some fear issues, Kevin was incredibly patient and kind with her, never showing any judgment at all. He remained focused and worked through her anxiety with compassion, while also pushing her towards her goals. Half way through his two week course, she was swimming! By the last few lessons, we could not get her out of the water! She was begging us to take her back to her swim lessons.
Kevin is an amazing teacher, and we could not be happier with him and his swim school. I would 100% recommend «Connect the Dots Swim» to anyone looking for swim lessons. We are sad our time with him is over, and we can’t wait to take more lessons with Kevin next summer!

I have a 13 year old whom I have tried a few swim classes around the Conejo Valley area and not so impressed. I am so impressed with Kevin in how he taught my 2 sons this summer and cannot wait for summer to come again. i wish that Kevin taught longer. He is not just an ordinary swim class instructor but an amazing teacher/​mentor. He had a passion for teaching that was very evident and an impressive approach in the way he handled children. i would not be surprised if he is also a brilliant music teacher, as that is his main job all-​year-​round. He analyzes why a kid is not achieving the task as it is being taught and is very quick to come up with a solution on the right approach to the particular kid and situation. I regret that I didn’t try him sooner but he came highly recommended by a few people. i don’t really write a lot of reviews but he deserves it. My children adores him. I wish you continued success and blessings. i definitely would recommend that if you are in the market for a teacher be it swimming or music, Kevin Callister is Amazing!!! Check out his books too.

Definitely worth the money and the drive. My son refused to even try swimming without his floaties because he was afraid of sinking. But with Kevin my son was jumping in and swimming on his second day of lessons. At the end of 8 days my son gave away his floaties and said he didn’t need them anymore. He is now confident that he can get himself to the top of the water or the edge of the pool if needed. I’m so glad we signed up for these lessons. All the instructors were very patient with my chatty son and extremely encouraging. I was shocked at what was accomplished in just 8 days.

Kevin is the perfect person to teach swim lessons. He is so calm and patient. My 3 year old was swimming in a matter of days and without a lot of resistance. I have used 2 other places for my other children but I would only recommend Kevin!

Great swim school. My seven year old son was having trouble in the deep end and with breathing while swimming and now is a real pro! Highly recommended.

My husband did not understand why I decided to take my 3.5 year old son to the Westlake/​Thousand Oaks area for swimming lessons when we live in Westwood and apparently have access to several swim schools around us. However, after hearing great things about Kevin, I can now vouch for the fact that every minute in traffic there and back was worth driving with an impatient toddler. My son learned more from Kevin in 2 days (out of a total of 8) than he ever did from year long lessons at the YMCA. By day 8, my son was jumping from the deep end, getting back up to the surface of the water, and swimming to the sure of the pool. A Priceless Gift. I couldn’t believe my eyes when Kevin took his hand on day 8 and together, they swam to the bottom of the deep end to get the rocket ships they threw down there. I wouldn’t have believed it if I didn’t see it with my own two eyes. My hyper critical mother in law, who took him twice out of the 8 days was so impressed she begged me to sign him up for a second block. Unfortunately, Kevin was booked (no surprise) and we will wait patiently for an opening to continue. Kevin is patient, kind, and a true expert at his craft. We are so thankful to have found him.

My 4 year old son was not listening to my advise on swimming. Very resistant to me teaching so I had hesitation if he would listen to anyone. Well after 8 days of lessons my son could actually swim freestyle. I was thoroughly impressed with Kevins ability to communicate and teach my son how to swim. Without a doubt I would recommend Connect the Dots swim lessons. He actually fulfills his guarantee. My son is water safe now and is continually improving on what he learned from Kevin. Thank you.