What parents are saying
"Madison is the combination you need—an experienced and focused instructor with an impressive aquatic background who still makes lessons fun and kid-friendly. Otherwise, you know they're not going to want to go! My son was not only happy at the end of each lesson, but it was amazing to see his confidence and pride in himself grow every time he made progress in the water."
"Madison is incredible! She helped our daughter begin swimming in just the first lesson. She learned to blow bubbles, started swimming with confidence for the first time, and began learning how to float. Madison is a kind, patient, and caring instructor who takes pride and passion in making such a difference in children’s lives. Highly recommended!"
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Palmer Swim Method
Raised on Martha's Vineyard and shaped by a lifetime on the water, I help swimmers build confidence through understanding—not memorization. Founder of Palmer Swim Method, with 8+ years of experience in swim instruction, lifeguarding, and water safety education. Competitive swimmer, freediver, and passionate advocate for helping people develop a lifelong connection to the water.
Lesson packages
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30 Minute Private Lesson
One-on-one swim instruction focused on water safety, confidence, and skill development. Designed for swimmers under 18 years old and recommended for many children ages 4–10, beginners, and swimmers who benefit from shorter, focused sessions. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's age, experience level, goals, and comfort in the water.
- 1 sessions · 30 min
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30 Minute Private Travel Lesson
One-on-one swim instruction focused on water safety, confidence, and skill development in the comfort of your own pool. Designed for swimmers under 18 years old and recommended for many children ages 4–10, beginners, and swimmers who benefit from shorter, focused sessions. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's age, experience level, goals, and comfort in the water. Palmer Swim Method will travel to your residential pool or another approved pool location for convenient, individualized instruction.
- 1 sessions · 30 min
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45 Minute Private Lesson
One-on-one swim instruction focused on water safety, confidence, and skill development. Designed for swimmers under 18 years old and recommended for older children, progressing swimmers, and students who are ready for extended instruction and additional skill development. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's age, experience level, goals, and comfort in the water.
- 1 sessions · 45 min
- All · None
45 Minute Private Travel Lesson
One-on-one swim instruction focused on water safety, confidence, and skill development in the comfort of your own pool. Designed for swimmers under 18 years old and recommended for older children, progressing swimmers, and students who are ready for extended instruction and additional skill development. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's age, experience level, goals, and comfort in the water. Palmer Swim Method will travel to your residential pool or another approved pool location for convenient, individualized instruction.
- 1 sessions · 45 min
- All · None
60 Minute Private Lesson
One-on-one swim instruction focused on water safety, confidence, and skill development. Designed for swimmers under 18 years old and best suited for teens, advanced swimmers, or students working toward intensive skill development, stroke refinement, endurance, competitive goals, or overcoming significant water-related challenges. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's age, experience level, goals, and comfort in the water.
- 1 sessions · 60 min
- All · None
60 Minute Private Travel Lesson
One-on-one swim instruction focused on water safety, confidence, and skill development in the comfort of your own pool. Designed for swimmers under 18 years old and best suited for teens, advanced swimmers, or students working toward intensive skill development, stroke refinement, endurance, competitive goals, or overcoming significant water-related challenges. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's age, experience level, goals, and comfort in the water. Palmer Swim Method will travel to your residential pool or another approved pool location for convenient, individualized instruction.
- 1 sessions · 60 min
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60 Minute Private Adult Lesson
Private one-on-one swim instruction for adults of all experience levels. Designed for adult swimmers (18+) seeking beginner instruction, water confidence, stroke improvement, breathing technique, fitness, endurance, or support overcoming fear and anxiety in the water. The extended lesson format is ideal for swimmers working toward significant skill development, stroke refinement, open water preparation, fitness goals, or overcoming long-standing challenges in the water. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's goals, experience level, and comfort in the water, creating a supportive, encouraging, and professional learning environment.
- 1 sessions · 60 min
- All · None
60 Minute Private Adult Travel Lesson
Private one-on-one swim instruction for adults of all experience levels in the comfort of your own pool. Designed for adult swimmers (18+) seeking beginner instruction, water confidence, stroke improvement, breathing technique, fitness, endurance, or support overcoming fear and anxiety in the water. The extended lesson format is ideal for swimmers working toward significant skill development, stroke refinement, open water preparation, fitness goals, or overcoming long-standing challenges in the water. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's goals, experience level, and comfort in the water, creating a supportive, encouraging, and professional learning environment. Palmer Swim Method will travel to your residential pool or another approved pool location for convenient, individualized instruction.
- 1 sessions · 60 min
- All · None
Parent & Child Private Lesson
A fun and supportive introduction to the water for infants, toddlers, and young children accompanied by a parent or guardian. Designed to build water comfort, confidence, and foundational aquatic skills through guided activities, play-based learning, and parent participation. Parents will learn techniques to safely support their child's development in and around the water. Lessons are personalized to each child's age, comfort level, and developmental stage while creating positive early experiences in the water.
- 1 sessions · 30 min
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Parent & Child Private Travel Lesson
A fun and supportive introduction to the water for infants, toddlers, and young children accompanied by a parent or guardian in the comfort of your own pool. Designed to build water comfort, confidence, and foundational aquatic skills through guided activities, play-based learning, and parent participation. Parents will learn techniques to safely support their child's development in and around the water. Lessons are personalized to each child's age, comfort level, and developmental stage while creating positive early experiences in the water. Palmer Swim Method will travel to your residential pool or another approved pool location for convenient, individualized instruction.
- 1 sessions · 30 min
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Family Swim Lesson (Travel Only)
A personalized family swim lesson conducted in the comfort of your own pool. Designed for families with at least one participating parent or guardian and up to four children, these sessions focus on building water safety skills, confidence, and comfort in the water together. Lessons may include beginner swimming skills, family supervision strategies, confidence building, and individualized goals for each participant. Because instruction takes place in your family's own swimming environment, lessons can address real-world safety considerations specific to your pool while helping the entire family develop safe, enjoyable, and confident habits around water. Palmer Swim Method will travel to your residential pool or another approved private pool location for convenient, personalized instruction.
- 1 sessions · 60 min
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Small Group Swim Lesson (Travel Only)
Small-group swim instruction conducted at your residential pool or another approved private pool location. Designed for two or more swimmers who are similar in age, maturity, and swimming ability. Lessons focus on water safety, confidence, skill development, and individualized goals while benefiting from peer interaction and group learning. This format is ideal for siblings, friends, neighbors, homeschool groups, and other small groups who wish to learn together. For the best learning experience, participating swimmers should have comparable skill levels and instructional needs. Base pricing includes two swimmers. Additional swimmers may be added for $15 per swimmer, up to a maximum of five swimmers. Each participating family must complete their own registration forms and waivers prior to the lesson.
- 1 sessions · 30 min
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