A stellar swim instructor. At age 70, I hadn't had a lesson since childhood and came to him with some trepidation -- and deeply ingrained bad habits. In only 30 minutes, Reza identified 8-9 ways to improve my freestyle technique and efficiency, which also reduce fatigue. Bonus: He is patient and compassionate. Highly recommended! (Now: practice, practice, practice...) read more

We've been working with Reza for two years and he's been the game changer for our children's swimming skills. Our kids have gone from fear of putting face in water to backstroke, breast, freestyle at 5 years old. Our 3 year old tried other lessons and cried the entire time, but with Reza she has fun, is treading water and getting strong strokes by the day. She went back to her group lesson for winter and has skipped ahead two levels after her time with Reza this summer. As a parent, I trust him, enjoy welcoming him into our home, and learn so much from him to keep my kids engaged and safe in the pool. He's been a game changer and we can't wait for him to teach our third child next year! read more

We are so grateful to Reza for the incredible impact he had on our children's relationship with swimming. After a previous bad experience, our child was very fearful of the water. Reza approached each lesson with patience and genuine care, helping rebuild their confidence step by step. He didn't just help them get over their fear -- he taught them real skills to move through the water comfortably and safely, without tiring themselves out. It was amazing to see how quickly they began to feel at ease, and how much they actually started enjoying the water again. Our kids absolutely loved having Reza as their instructor and always looked forward to their swim lessons. His positive clear guidance, and supportive approach made all the difference. We couldn't have asked for a better teacher! read more

Reza has deep experience in swimming techniques and swim health. He has given me a lot of great advice over the years. He is always energetic and attentive to everyone at our Masters team. read more

Reza's expertise and passion for swimming are incredible. His lessons, swim sets and tips have taken me from a beginner swimmer to a member of the masters team. He has instilled a love of swimming in me that I am so grateful for and I know will last a lifetime. I so highly recommend Reza - for his vast knowledge as a swimmer, teacher and coach, and the kindness and devotion he has for his students. read more

I've taken about ten lessons w Reza. He is terrific. Fun positive energy, listens carefully to what you're looking for. Patient and detail oriented. Couldn't wish for a better swim teacher! read more

We started class with teacher Reza during the pandemic. He had to stay out of the pool because of covid restrictions, nevertheless he was able to teach my youngest to be water safe in one class, and within a few months, both my children has learned all four strokes. Now my children feel very comfortable in the water and most importantly they love swimming. We are happy that Reza has instilled in them hard work, discipline and a love of swimming, which we think is important for their long term health. My children look forward to taking Reza's swim class every week. They said, "Teacher Reza makes us swim a lot, we sleep well after the swim class." I have taken a few classes with teacher Reza as well and I appreciate the techniques that he taught me. Swimming is more enjoyable and fun if you know how to do it well. read more

Our daughter makes great progress in every session with Reza.

Reza has done an extraordinary job coaching our two kids (8 and 6 years old). Both have gone from being barely water safe to now having proper stroke and being ready to join the swim team. My wife and I were both competitive swimmers and it's been exciting to find someone that knows how to teach technique so effectively. We feel like our kids are now far ahead of where we were at that age. Moreover, the kids love going to lessons. He manages to teach them in a way that makes it fun and has them excited about swimming. read more

Reza has been my instructor for the past 5 years. I couldn't been happier with a swim teacher. His experience lets him to be able to teach different people with different personalities. I have also seen him teach children. He is so funny and makes children laugh a lot. Kids love him so much. He is an expert in all different types of swimming and waterpolo. read more

Reza is a master coach! I'm taking lessons with him to improve my freestyle technique and efficiency. He's super efficient at identifying and triaging a swimmer's weaknesses and then leading the swimmer through a series of very effective drills. Even a 30-minute lesson is packed with information and helpful technique cues; I actually take notes right afterward to get it all down. Highly recommended. read more

Reza is an awesome coach , when I started training with him I had no clue how to swim and had so much fear from the water , but with his significant skills I learned how to overcome my fear and started swimming , we have a baby on the way and my absolute choice will be reza for my baby to learn swimming . read more

Reza is such a great swimming couch! Our daughter started lessons with Reza when she was 4.5 years old. She had zero experience in swimming. She enjoyed going to the classes. And in two months she was having a big progress - she started to swim for a short distance improving every time. And we had a 30 min class once a week. I think it is impressive. Reza knows how to work with kids. I feel that it requires a special skill - to teach kids and be able to balance discipline and fun. Having said that, I can definitely say that it is all about Reza. He always finds an approach to a kid. He helps to overcome a fear of water if there is one. He teaches great techniques. He always interacts with a kid making him/her feel comfortable, stay focused, but have some fun. He always is watching a kid in a water. I feel that my child is very safe with Reza. I am looking forward to my second kid to start swimming classes with Reza, because I know that Reza will do his best to teach him! Highly recommend Reza to everyone! read more

My children have worked with Reza for 2-3 years now teaching them to swim strokes and helping them to improve technique for increased performance on swim team. He's probably the only reason my children have developed into swimmers. They enjoy swimming with him and their swimming skills have improved tremendously since working with him. The results have been quick and the kids have enjoyed it so much! read more

Before I signed up for lessons with Reza, I used to swim breaststroke only and was not able to make progress in my workouts at all. Reza started to work on the basics I had and in a very few sessions, I not only learned to swim freestyle and butterfly, but also improved my speed and technique for breaststroke and backstroke. With the drills and skills I learned, my workouts are now more efficient and more fun. I can't wait to learn more under Reza's lead. If you want to see progress in your swimming, Reza is your guy. read more

Reza has been giving my kids (ages 12 and 9) private swimming lessons for almost a year. He is truly an amazing instructor who perfectly balances fun and encouragement with skill and motivation. He has turned my kids into swimmers and even inspired my rather introverted, non-competitive daughter to join the swim team! I can't recommend him highly enough! read more

My daughter (5yrs old) has been swimming with Reza for a few years now at the Menlo Park Burgess pool. Reza is patient, super motivating, and has incredibly teaching style. My daughter looks forward to her swim lessons each week and has recently been able to master the butterfly stroke! In between instruction, Reza always has pool toys on hand and/or plays games with my daughter as part of their free time which is important to a young kiddo. My daughter has developed a strong bond with Coach Reza and we are so grateful to him and his dedication. He has a very loyal following! read more

My 14 y.o. daughter has been taking classes with Reza for 3 years. Reza is absolutely fantastic swim coach. He is very patient and kind and high professional. My daughter loves her swimming classes. She is not an athlete and only does recreational swimming, but her technique and pace increased a lot since she started taking classes. Reza is equally good with little kids and older people. read more

Reza has been instructing my children for many years at the Menlo Park Burgess pool. He coaches with the perfect balance between being serious about teaching and having compassion that kids need patience when they get distracted. I am always amazed how beautifully my daughter swims during her lessons with Reza. He gives the kids his full attention and his dedication to each child is very apparent. He knows exactly how to challenge my kids and their wide grins when they succeed are the proof of his incredible skill. I have family and friend's children that also swim with Reza and everyone always raves about him. I highly recommend Reza! read more

Over 20 years ago I had a traumatic experience in LA; I almost drowned! Since then I have not gone into the water above my waist. Things turned around at the end of 2018; I signed up for my first triathlon which meant I had to face my fear of water. In search of a swim instructor, I stated that I need someone very patient, understanding, someone who would be in the water with me! I feel blessed that Reza was sent my way! He was very understanding of my panic attacks, moved at my pace, however, pushed my capabilities to show that my barriers are all mental and not physical! I am very grateful to Reza for his expertise, professionalism and guidance! He created a swimmer! And for the first time in 15 years as a mom I was able to join my family in open water swim! Thank you Reza! read more

I am 75 years old and never know how to swim. Reza Ojagh, a swim pro at Menlo Swim & Sport, Menlo Park, CA, is a fantastic instructor! He assured me that I am never too old to learn. He is very supportive, reassuring, kind and only after 3 lessons I am able to do my free style strokes and learn how to breathe. I never thought I will be able to do this in a million years! read more

Reza is the best swimming instructor in the bay area. He is so good both with adults and the kids. We wanted our kid to be safe around the pools and his very first class with Reza went so well that we were literally shocked. We were so ready for the tears but Reza managed his fears so well. It is not our son only but my husband now having classes with him for the past 3 years and I started to feel like he can go for competitions :) If you are lucky enough to reserve Reza's time do not hesitate at all to go for it. read more

Our son is working with Reza for almost 2 years, and he is a great coach! At first our son even didn't want to go in to pool, but now he can do 8 laps! We'd recommend Reza to swimmers at all levels! read more