Welcome to
We strive to get people of all ages and abilities in the water!
Youth & Adult Swim Lessons
Adult Swim Fitness Training
in Holly Springs & our surrounding community.
Get the whole family in the water through our aquatic programs!
Swimming is not an instinctive skill for humans. We cannot survive in water unless we are taught basic skills. All adults and children should learn these crucial skills as soon as possible.
Point Me to the Water can make that happen!
ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
My name is Carol Ann Redfield, founder and owner of Point Me to the Water. After retiring from the Army as a lieutenant colonel in 2008, I planted my roots in North Carolina to raise my kids. I come from a family of triathletes, so with time on my hands I started coaching the local chapter of Girls on the Run and also trained 22 women to compete in a triathlon in April 2010. It was incredible to train alongside these ladies, all teachers and their friends, and help them tap into their inner athlete.
OUR PROGRAMMING
Point Me to the Water offers Youth & Adult Private Swim Lessons, Adult Swim Fitness & More!
YOUTH & ADULT PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Registration for the 2025 swim season is OPEN!
PLEASE NOTE: All past participants must
re-register for 2025 private swim lessons
&
A $25 annual registration fee must be added
to your cart prior to registering for swim lessons
1:1 ratio of student to instructor
Ages 2+ to Adult
Four (4) 30-minute lessons per package
We are proud sponsors of Hope Floats. Click HERE for information about tuition assistance for swim lessons.
INTRODUCING OUR SWIM LESSON RANKINGS!
Preparing your toddler for swim lessons
Some children love learning how to swim, while others need a little more encouragement. We know that their time in the lesson pool is limited, so here are a few at-home activities designed to develop the emotional and physical skills your toddler will need to make swim lessons more productive.
ADULT LEARN-TO-SWIM
Adult Learn-to-Swim (ALTS) is a program that aims to make more adults water safe by teaching them how to swim. It is a partnership between the Swimming Saves Lives Foundation and U.S. Masters Swimming. U.S. Masters Swimming is a non-profit organization that provides swimming lessons for adults and who cannot swim, are afraid to swim or want to use swimming for fitness. Point Me to the Water is a proud partner and Carol Ann is Masters Coach certified and ALTS certified.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING
PRICING
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Initial Lesson Package
Four (4) 30-minute private lessons: $200
Additional Lessons: $50/30-minute lesson
PLEASE NOTE: A $25 annual registration fee will be assessed the first time you sign up for the 2025 season. Please add the 'Registration Fee' to your cart prior to registering for swim lessons.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I sign up for private lessons or fitness classes?
Please click HERE to sign up for a Captyn account and register for private swim lessons & adult swim fitness classes.
How many sessions until my child knows how to swim?
This is determined by your own goals and expectations for your child’s swimming. Additionally, their abilities and confidence in the water affect their progress.
Can I add additional private lessons after my initial package of 4 lessons? Should I need another session?
All participants are required to initially sign up for a package containing four (4) private swim lessons. However, you are able to sign up for as many sessions as you would like after that. The need for another session is determined by your goals and your child’s swimming abilities.
Can you teach lessons at my personal backyard pool?
It is dependent on your personal pool space, the time you are available to schedule, and the instructor’s ability to be at your pool at the scheduled time. Please reach out to pointmetothewater@gmail.com to inquire.
Am I guaranteed to always have the same instructor?
Your instructor will be assigned each lesson package you sign up for. That instructor will schedule four (4) lessons with you. If you would like to sign up for another session, we will make every effort to keep the instructor you request, but it ultimately is dependent on your and the instructor’s availability.
What is the weather cancellation policy?
Participants cannot cancel due to the weather. Your swim instructor will reach out to you in the event of a weather cancellation.
When am I able to cancel?
Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to your scheduled lesson. If a lesson is canceled within 24 hours, another lesson will not be rescheduled, and the missed lesson will not be refunded. Cancellations outside of 24 hours prior to the lesson are permitted. Please contact your swim instructor directly for cancellations and last-minute emergencies.
How should I schedule lessons if we are going on vacation?
We suggest that your initial four (4) lessons be scheduled within a two week time frame to result in the best progress for your swimmer. If you know you are going to be going on vacation, it is best to schedule around that vacation.
How do I pay?
Payment is due prior to scheduling a lesson package or additional lessons. You can pay with credit card in Captyn, Venmo (@carol-redfield), Zelle (pointmetothewater@gmail.com) or by cash or check (made payable to “Point Me to the Water, LLC”).
Can I tip my swim instructor?
Yes, you are always able to tip your instructor after a lesson. However, tipping is not expected or required.
Can I sign up for a semi-private session?
We do offer semi-private lessons when requested. However, we suggest they are only used for swimmers of similar abilities and needs. If you would like a semi-private lesson, reach out to pointmetothewater@gmail.com for more information and pricing.
What happens to our lesson if we are late?
Our instructors often have scheduled lessons back-to-back. If you are late, the time you are late counts towards the 30-minute lesson. The lesson will end at the time it was originally scheduled to end.
Can I watch my child’s lesson?
You are always able to watch the lessons, but we suggest that you sit to the side so that your child gets the most out of their lesson. If a family member hovers too close to the lesson, the participant tends not to learn to trust their instructor as they look to their family instead.
Can I leave the pool while my child is taking their lessons?
We ask everyone to stay on property during the lesson. After your lesson is over, the instructor is not able to watch your child.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes. A $25 annual registration fee will be assessed the first time a participant signs up for swim lessons or fitness programming. Please add the 'Registration Fee' to your cart in Captyn PRIOR to registering for swim lessons or adult fitness programming.