John Ruffu

Swim Instructor

John Ruffu has taught more than 3,300 kids to swim. His swim school teaches a no-nonsense approach to swimming that gets results in 10 minutes a day for 10 days. This method relies on a child's innate ability to already do things like holding your breath underwater. John takes the skills children have even at birth and refines them, teaching children across San Diego an invaluable life lesson.

Episodes for this expert

  • Teach Your Child to Swim

    Drowning is the second highest cause of death amongst children four and younger. What skills are desperately needed for survival? How do you teach these skills to your child? And, when can you start?

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