“I can say with conviction and enthusiasm that Gigi is a superb teacher. I have watched her not only with my son but with many other children and adults of various capabilities and attitudes. She has an innate ability to tap into each student’s psyche to figure out what makes them tick or motivate them and draws out the best they have to offer. She has an interpersonal sensitivity that shows it is never just about the swimming, but about the person as well. It is a unique skill and one that I have rarely seen in more than 30 years in business. It is the kind of sensibility that the Harvard Business School (from which I graduated) tries to instill in its students, not always with success.”
— Kimberly Greer, Owner
Kimberly Greer Gallery
“In my opinion Gigi Lawrence is an outstanding teacher. In the small group setting where I have watched her work, she manages to handle each student with individual attention, while maintaining momentum for the group as a whole. I have been repeatedly impressed with her ability to meet each student at his/her ability level, teaching skills in different orders depending on what that student is ready to tackle. She maintains discipline in a group without being a disciplinarian, and knows how to balance a little humor with an “ok, let’s get down to work” attitude. She handles tears, tempers, fidgets and slackers with equanimity. Most importantly, she treats students with respect and encouragement. She is not just teaching these kids how to swim, she is teaching them how to work toward a goal. That’s the real reason I want my son to study with her.”
— Janis K. Burkhardt, Associate Professor
Division of Cell Pathology
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia & The University of Pennsylvania