We have never done a private ever. A few do but its not real common in our gym. I have thought about it for certain skills and issues but my DD is one that does not react well to feeling pressured, thats my hesitation. I think for her it would put too much "spotlight" on her struggle. Im not sure but that is my gut feeling on how she would react. But every child is different. If it wasnt for that mental side of things with mine I would do it!