Marcus Hogans

Top Pro

$50

estimated price

Zip code

Pool access

Lesson length

Student age

Responds in about 48 min

Introduction

My rate sheet for swimming lessons are below in the photo section. The lessons will be taking place in either Nassau County, Long Island - or Queens. If you do not plan on taking lessons - literally - then please do not reach out. There is no point of inquiring, and I responding to you, if we end up not doing business together. I will not waste anyone's time, and would appreciate it if others did the same for me. — I have been teaching people how to swim for 10 years. The youngest that I have worked with is 3.5-months-old, and the eldest are adults. I can teach all four competitive strokes, flip- and open-turns, and how to tread water. I can prepare someone for a tryout, event, or qualification. I have my own venues and am willing to travel to the client's venue. Serious inquires only please. Thumbtack charges my business per request, so if you’re not ready to start immediately, then you can send me a message in the meantime or wait until you are. Also, if there isn’t an intention to take at least 5 lessons, then I will not do business with that person. No one will learn how to swim in one day, and if a person isn’t willing to be consistent, then I am not the teacher for them.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 16 times

Serves Elmont, NY

Background checked

1 employee

10 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 pm - 9:00 pmMonClosed

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash and Square cash app.

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Peggy H.

Sep 8, 2024

My daughter has had quite a few swim teachers over the last 7 years and has never learned to swim. It just would not stick! Only a few lessons with Marcus and she FINALLY learned!!!! What’s even more special and important is the confidence she now has in the water. He’s always so patient and detailed with his instructions in such a way that made it easy for her to learn. She even mentioned that she never has questions bc of how well he explains what she should do. We would only use Marcus for swim instruction and highly recommend him for anyone just learning as well as seasoned athletes!

Kenya C.

Feb 2, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Marcus is an amazing instructor. He pays attention to your goals and motivates you to strive for more at each session. He communicates well and is very patient and considerate of fears and needs. Thank you Marcus for my achievements so far on this journey.

Details: Adult (18 or older) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Become more comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Private Swim Lessons

Daomine Z.

Dec 19, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Marcus is a wonderful swim instructor. I knew I was in good hands from the first lesson. Marcus gently helped me through the process while being understanding of my lack of experience and comfort in the water. He teaches step by step so that you can truly understand the art of swimming. Marcus is the best instructor I could have asked for. It was clear from every lesson that he was passionate about teaching you to swim and about watching you succeed!

Details: Adult (18 or older) • No experience • Not comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Become more comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Private Swim Lessons

Melissa T.

Dec 17, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

We are so happy to have Marcus as my son’s swim instructor. He is so dedicated to ensuring my son learns how to swim properly. Thank you!

Details: Youth (6 - 12 years old) • Intermediate • Comfortable in water • Improve swimming technique • No, I would like the pro to suggest a pool • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Private Swim Lessons

Farhan A.

Nov 16, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Excellent trainer with discipline and exceptional work ethics, had me swimming laps within 4 weeks of signing up , with only one session per week. Highly recommend if you are trying to master the art of swimming.

Details: Adult (18 or older) • No experience • Comfortable in water • Learn basic strokes • Yes, a pool that allows private lessons • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Private Swim Lessons

Credentials

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Marcus Hogans

FAQs

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Licenses: Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with American Red Cross. BLS (Basic Life Support) Provider with the American Heart Association. American Red Cross: Orientation to Swim Lessons for Parents and Caregivers American Red Cross: Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers Certificate
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
The quality and speed of your progress in learning/improving how to swim is based on who is teaching you and the frequency/consistency of the lessons.