Team

JR Lessons is a company made up of local instructors who understand the unique dynamics of the Hamptons! Our instructors have extensive experience with children of all ages resulting in a holistic understanding of varying pedagogical and exercise science related practices. These experiences have led us to be flexible, creative, and effective teachers who are always safe, professional, and last but not least, fun!

  • Joseph Colavito

    Joey is the co-founder/owner of JR. Lessons. He’s a certified Physical Education teacher, Adapted Physical Education teacher and a Health Education teacher. He has been teaching swimming lessons for 15 years and specializes in building fundamental water safety skills with newborns, toddlers, and children of all ages. He has a passion for water and sports which shows in his style of teaching. Joey takes pride in having a great balance of patience, encouragement, and a nurturing teaching approach which helps his students build confidence and show consistent progress.

  • Robert Maier

    Bobby is the co-founder/owner of JR. Lessons. He’s a NYS certified teacher in ENL, K-6, and Special Education. He is also a well rounded coach of swimming and sports who is an advocate of hard work in both the classroom and in his coaching settings. He has high learning expectations for his students, but also provides a level of support to match those expectations. His diverse teaching styles complement the needs of diverse learning populations. Bobby was a former college Lacrosse player who is qualified in disseminating sports instruction for all age groups. Bobby will undoubtedly give sound instruction that is predicated on learning the fundamentals all the way to preparing for collegiate athletics.