Go Fish Swim School: Information + Scheduling

Welcome to Go Fish Swim School!

I’m so happy you’re here. My name is Shaady Fakhrai, and I’ve spent over 22 years teaching both in public schools and in the pool. I have a degree in Elementary Education from the University of Maryland and have taught in FCPS, MCPS, and DCPS.

I offer semi-private, private, and group swimming lessons through my company, Go Fish Swim School. I also swim competitively on the Water Wizards Swim Team in Washington, D.C. — I live and breathe swimming, community, and education.

To learn more about me and my background, visit:

https://www.gofishswimschool.com/post/swimming-a-lifelong-love

Click on the Blog section for more info!

Lesson Structure & Trial Info

All new students must complete a trial lesson before enrolling. This helps me assess the swimmer’s level and place them in the best group.

• Trial at Trinity or Turkey Thicket: $50

• Trial at Waterside: $55

Trials are typically 30 minutes and may include other students. After the trial, I’ll provide feedback, placement suggestions, and goals for your swimmer. 24 hour cancelation window for new students and students

Age Groups & Lesson Duration

• Ages 3–16: 30-minute lessons (unless otherwise specified)

Weekly Class Schedule (Contracted Pools)

MY LOCATIONS and

MONDAY – Trinity Pool (125 Michigan Ave NE, DC 20017)

• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (4 classes) kids classes

• 4:00-4:30 adult solos

WEDNESDAY – Trinity Pool

• 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (5 classes) every 30 min kids classes

• adult classes 6:15-7:00pm

FRIDAY – Turkey Thicket Pool (1100 Michigan Ave NE, DC 20017)

• 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (4 classes)

SUNDAY – Waterside Fitness (901 6th St SW, DC)

• 12:00 PM – 3:30

3 year old group class 2:30

5/6 year old class 2:00pm

Home & Private Pool Schedule

TUESDAYS (1:00 PM – 6:30 PM)—-your pool

THURSDAYS ( 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM)—-your pool

Private lessons at home pools (minimum 2 students preferred) travel fee- $2.50 per mile traveled, first come first serve, min fee per household $180 for new students, $150 for existing students

most families get a group of three together to do lessons either group or solos to meet minimum requirement for me to travel to you

Payment Structure is MONTHLY expected to be paid at the beginning of the month for the classes you are coming.

Shared Lessons (2–5 students)

• Weekday: $50/student

• Weekend: $55/student

• Sibling/family friend discount: $5 off per student per lesson

• Trial lesson: $50–$55 depending on location

Private Lessons (Solo)

• At my locations: $90 (30 mins) / $120 (45 mins)

• Travel to your pool: Additional mileage fee; best for 3+ students (so get your neighbors together 😇

Solo lessons are limited and not always available. Shared sessions are encouraged.

Payment Info & Policies

Payment is due at the beginning of the month for the number of lessons you plan to attend.

• If you’re missing a class, include a note like:

  “Paying for 3 lessons – John Smith – absent 4/16”

• Text a photo of your payment and send it to me in a casual text—- so I can log it properly.

• Make-up classes for my contracted monday wednesday friday sunday pools:

  • First makeup = free

  • Second = $25

    
    

    You must notify me 24 hours in advance to be eligible for a makeup.

Payment Methods:

• Venmo: @discoverdctours

• Cash App: $discoverdctours

• Zelle & Apple Pay: 240-888-4269

• paypal: @shaadyfakhrai

If you are a single parent or have children who qualify for free/reduced lunch, please text me privately to discuss adjusted rates. I’m here to help.

Each Parent and child class gets 30 mins or more of water time.

Parent & Me Classes (4month-23months ) monday turkey thicket 5:00-5:20 - ten min practice after

Parent & Me Classes (24 months-48 months) 5:20-5:40 Turkey Thicket ten min practice after

monthly lessons- start any month

• Mondays, 5:00 PM, 5:20PM

• Fridays, 5:00 PM turkey thicket

Future semesters begin:

• Semester 2: Nov 11

• Semester 3: Jan 13

• Semester 4: Mar 10

• Semester 5: May 5

• Semester 6: June 30

• Semester 7: September 8 (rolling admission starting sept 8)

• Semester 8: October 6

• Semester 9: Nov 3

• Semester 10 December 1

  
  

The more time in the water, the better—whether it’s vacation, hotel pools, or post-lesson practice!

Before You Begin: Info I Need

Please text me this info along with your 3 preferred time slots:

• Student name:

• Parent names:

• Address:

• Email:

• Age & birthdate:

• School:

• Preferred pool:

• Top 3 time slots:

• Any special instructions or swim history:

• Swim goals:

• Days off from work (for makeups):

• particular trades you’d consider for free swim lessons——

  
  

Text only please! I rarely check email.

Contact: Shaady Fakhrai – 240-888-4269

Instagram: @gofishswimschool

Website: GoFishSwimSchool.com

Let’s make some waves—see you at the pool!