Good program, bad management. - Shift Coordinator Foss Swim School Employee Review

1.0
Mar 25, 2024
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Pros

The swim lesson program itself to teach kids how to swim is amazing.

Cons

I love the swim lesson program on how to teach kids to swim. Thebissues come from upper management. I was forced as the special needs teacher always, and was told that I had to teach a class that was beyond our scope of training. This, and the favoritism, and only wanting a "yes man" wasn't OK with me. A site director cosigned an apartment for a part time employee and said, "they'll make sure to get them hours." Glad I left them. The benefits are also laughable. The bare min for medical I was paying $800 a month just for me.

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Foss Swim School Response
1y
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re really glad to hear that you found the swim lesson program valuable in teaching kids how to swim—that’s something we’re very proud of. We’re truly sorry to hear about the challenges you faced, especially regarding your role as a special needs teacher and the concerns about favoritism and management support. We strive to create an environment where every team member feels respected and supported, and it’s disappointing to learn that we fell short in your experience. Your concerns about the benefits and the management approach are also important for us to address. We’d like to understand more about your experience and make improvements where possible. If you're open to sharing more, please reach out to our HR team at HR@fosswimschool.com. Your feedback is crucial in helping us create a better experience for both current and future employees. We wish you all the best and appreciate the time you spent with us!

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5.0
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Pros

Great management - lots of lessons but well formatted and comprehensive training.

Cons

Can be overwhelming to new instructors.

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Foss Swim School Response
1w
Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you had a positive experience with our management team and found our training to be comprehensive. We understand that getting started can feel overwhelming, which is why we encourage new instructors to move through training at a pace that works for them. Our team is always here to provide the support and resources needed to help every instructor feel confident and successful.
3.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

Gives you space to really develop yourself skills if this is something you want to do.

Cons

It has become corporate and money driven. The bottom line is becoming more important than families. Things feel chaotic and corporate doesn’t communicate well. Management is constantly over worked and underplayed. There is no way to accomplish all of the new mandates corporate has implemented in the last few years

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Foss Swim School Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective and for recognizing the dedication of our school management teams. We agree that our leaders work incredibly hard to support both their teams and the families they serve. As we've grown, we've continued to evolve our processes and programs to better support our schools. Our corporate teams are here to partner with and support our locations in whatever ways they need, and we know that open communication and employee feedback are essential to that partnership. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, as we're always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and strengthen the support we provide across our organization. Thank you for your contributions during your time with us. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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