St. Joseph’s College Pool Swimming Teachers & Coaches
Pool Co-ordinators
Josh
Teacher: Stages 1+ (2 years +)
A bit about me
As someone who has had a love for swimming from a young age, it is great passing on this skill to others and seeing them benefit from it. I have been a lifeguard since I was 16 so I understand the importance of learning water safety skills in order to have fun in the water and find your passion whether it be competitions, water polo, diving or anything else!
Inspiration
It’s such a great achievement to see how the students improve at swimming and to see their confidence grow in the water.
Suzanna
Teacher:
A bit about me
Hi, my name is Suzanna and I am a qualified level 2 teacher and coach. I have been teaching and coaching swimming for over 25 years and have taught all abilities from babies through to competitive level. I hold a J2 judge qualification which enables me to officiate at competitive swimming galas. Although my forte lies with the more advanced swimmers, nothing gives me more pleasure than watching a swimmer perform their first unaided swim.
I joined Cindy’s 2 year ago and was overwhelmed by how welcoming, inclusive and supportive they were. It is a pleasure to be part of their amazing team.
Swimming Teachers
Franck
Teacher: Stages 1+ (from 2 years and older)
A bit about me
Swimming has long been a passion. It flamed up early in my life and has grown to a point where I want to share my experience and teach.
Inspiration
I love that I am able to share this passion for swimming with the pupils. It is one of the most rewarding feelings.
Alison
Teacher:
A bit about me
I've been teaching and coaching since I was a
teenager. As An ex competitive swimmer I've
always enjoyed swimming and after stopping
swimming competitively myself found my love
of teaching others!
Inspiration
I love helping others find their love of the water!
Gabriel
Teacher:
A bit about me
I’ve been coaching groups and individuals for a while now and I love my work! It’s so rewarding to know I’m helping people gain confidence and enjoy swimming!
Betty
Teacher: Stages 1+ (from 2 years and older)
A bit about me
I have been swimming from the age of 5 and competitively until 15, and I have continued to enjoy playing water polo.
Inspiration
It's such a great achievement to see how the students improve at swimming and to see their confidence grow in the water.
Swimming Teachers
Jemima
Teacher:
A bit about me
I’ve always been a water baby. Even as an adult, I enjoy being in the water and even surrounded by water. It makes me feel at peace and one with nature. I’ll never stop splashing about with my time on this Earth.
Inspiration
I want children to feel the same happiness and joy I feel when I swim. It’s also heartwarming to be a part of someone’s journey of learning a skill that is rewarding for both you and them. Swimming helps the mind, body and soul.
Jordan
Teacher:
A bit about me
I’ve enjoyed swimming from a young age, due to my interest of marine animals
I have scuba dived in Turkey
Inspiration
Seeing others make progress through my help, however big or small makes me feel appreciated.
K’avalli
Teacher:
A bit about me
From when I young I would swim so being able to teach others at such a young age as I am is something special to me
Inspiration
When I was younger I taught my little brother how to swim so from there I felt like I could be a swimming teacher
Swimming Teachers
Emily
Teacher:
A bit about me
I have been a swimmer from a very young age and grew up as a competitive swimmer for 10 years! After stepping down from the competitive side of the sport I decided to turn my focus to gaining my teaching qualifications.
Inspiration
The enjoyment I had during my time swimming is what inspired me to share my passion for the sport. Seeing swimmers gain confidence in the water is so rewarding!
Alfie
Teacher:
A bit about me
I have been swimming at a club from 4 to 14 and competed since I was
11. I currently study biology, history and politics and want to study law!
Inspiration
I love to see kids confidences build in the water and see
them mprove their technique and their times it’s very fulfilling.
Oona
Teacher:
A bit about me
Having grown up in South Africa and Australia I was always in the water. It’s where I’m most at home. I now have 2 kids of my own and want to pass on my love of the water to them.
Inspiration
I wish I started teaching swimming a long time ago. I get such a kick from seeing people growing in confidence in the water. Watching scared adults realise they can actually swim is extremely rewarding.
Swimming Teachers
Sonia
Teacher:
A bit about me
Surfing, wakeboarding, sailing and Swimming – I am a complete water baby!! I can’t remember a time where I wasn’t obsessed with the water! 🥰 Been a swim teacher for over six years and love every second!
Inspiration
Swimming is an incredibly important life skill and something I am extremely passionate about. I adore aiding babies take their first dip and equally coaching / perfecting the higher level swimmers
Yasmin
Teacher:
A bit about me
I’ve always loved swimming and have been doing it since I was young. So teaching swimming is something I’d love to embody. I’m currently studying Alevels.
Inspiration
My inspiration is having an amazing swimming teacher who has had such a positive impact on me.
Lucy B
Teacher:
A bit about me
I struggled to learn to swim as a child but a tenacious teacher gave me the confidence to pick my feet off the floor and then it just clicked into place for me, and I've loved swimming ever since! I strive to do the same for my pupils as I firmly belive that everyone should be given the opportunity to learn to swim. I love triathlon so swimming is a key part of my training as well.
Inspiration
Teaching others to swim and watching their skills improve and their confidence increase is such a privilage, and I hope I can encourage others to find the love for swimming and the water that I have.
Swimming Teachers
Santi
Teacher:
A bit about me
I have loved swimming and sports in general all my life. As a bid you would often find me playing in a pool or with a ball at my feet. My older brother was also a lifeguard and swimming instructor, hearing about his positive experiences on the job encouraged me to pursue this career path alongside my studies.
Inspiration
I began my career in the leisure industry as a lifeguard. Being able to observe lessons and speak to instructors promped me to complete my teaching qualifications. Deciding to become a swim coach was one of the best decisions of my life, it is extremely rewarding to put so many smiles on so many faces.
Tavis
Teacher:
A bit about me
I’ve competed in events ever since I was 8
years old. My entire family are swimmer
enthusiasts and I love to jump in the water
when I can.
Inspiration
As I have gotten older I have moved into
teaching to continue my passion and help
grow the community to become better
swimmers.
Lara
Teacher:
A bit about me
I’m originally from Florida and was a competitive swimmer for 14 years. In 2018 I decided to switch career paths and achieved my level 1 & 2 ASA swim qualifications in hopes to encourage long term participation in the sport of swimming. Outside of swimming I enjoy walks amongst nature with plenty of cafe stops to fuel on pastries and coffee.
