About BecomeAfishReal instruction. Real progress.
Private lessons and event lifeguarding — safe, consistent, and built around your family.
Emergency contacts, medical alerts, waivers, and clear operational standards help every lesson start from a place of care.
We want booking, communication, and scheduling to feel clear and supportive for busy families — from the first inquiry onward.
Recurring lesson sets and instructor continuity help swimmers build confidence faster and with less stress.
Claire Garson
Founder & Head Instructor · 6+ years experience
"I believe that water is your friend, not your enemy."
I'm Claire Garson, and for the past 6+ years as a swim instructor, I've made it my mission to foster that trust. I've lifeguarded at triathlons, taught swimming internationally, and even worked ski patrol. Having grown up on a lake, I'm passionate about teaching all ages to love the water as much as I do.
With OFA Level 1, NLS, and WSI certifications, I take water safety seriously — and that commitment runs through everything we do at BecomeAfish.
Alexa Hess
Instructor · 3+ years experience
"Small improvements in the water turn into big victories over time."
Alexa is a lifeguard and swim instructor with 3 years of experience and a nursing student passionate about health and safety. She works with swimmers of all ages, helping build confidence and comfort in the water.
Through community projects focused on water safety education, Alexa has seen firsthand how important swim lessons are in drowning prevention — and she brings that commitment to every lesson.
LeeLou Perlin
Instructor · 4 years experience
“Building skills, confidence, and water safety one lesson at a time.”
Hi! I'm LeeLou, and I've been teaching swim lessons for almost four years. I love helping swimmers build confidence in the water while making lessons fun, encouraging, and stress-free. Whether someone is learning to swim for the first time or looking to improve their skills, I focus on creating a positive environment where everyone can learn at their own pace.
My goal is to help swimmers feel safe, capable, and excited to be in the water.