San Diego, California 92110
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hi! My name is Linnea, and Im originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota, where I grew up spending summers at the lake and developed a lifelong love of the water. I participated on my high school swim team for three years and gained additional experience as a lifeguard at a local water park. Since February 2023, I have enjoyed teaching swim lessons and helping swimmers of all ages build both skill and confidence in the water. I strive to create a fun, supportive, and encouraging environment where students feel safe and excited to learn.
San Diego, California 92110
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
I grew up in the water and went on to become a Division 1 athlete at the University of San Diego, where swimming and rowing taught me discipline, patience, and the importance of great technique. Ive worked with kids of all ages and beginners learning to love the water, and I focus on building confidence step by step. My teaching style is supportive, fun, and safety-first, so students feel comfortable while progressing at their own pace. Whether the goal is floating, swimming independently, or refining strokes, I bring positive energy and clear instruction to every lesson.
San Diego, CA 92110
Sunsational Vetted Since 2023
Hi, my name is Tom, and I've been teaching people swim lessons for 2 years. I work with all ages, but my specialty is with younger children (ages 2 – 6), as I've worked as a substitute preschool teacher for the past sixteen years and have a good rapport with young children. I went to Cal Poly Humboldt and earned my bachelor’s degree in Child Development. I love teaching swimming because I’m a fish out of water, and I love to introduce people to do this wonderful sport and activity.
San Diego, California 92111
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hi! Im a former Division 1 athlete from the University of Utah. I have been swimming since I was 3 years old, and I have a passion for teaching the sport to all ages, including adults and those with special needs! I also have experience working with those who are fearful of the water. I look forward to swimming with you!
San Diego, CA 92107
Sunsational Vetted Since 2023
Hi, my name is Ethan Fusilero and I'm Carnegie Mellon college swimmer turned swim instructor. Whether it was racing at nationals or teaching early morning group lessons to all ages, the pool deck has always been a central part of my life. Swimming has provided the autonomy and safety to experience some of the most memorable moments of my life: surfing, cliff jumping, swim team, snorkeling, and more. If I can impart even just the water comfort that precedes events like these I'm happy.
San Diego, CA 92107
Sunsational Vetted Since 2021
Hi! My name is Daniela, and I have been teaching swimming lessons and coaching swim/water polo since February 2015. I am also an elementary PE teacher. I swam competitively for 4 years and played collegiate water polo at the University of Toronto. I have always felt at home in the water and love finding new ways to share that passion with others!
San Diego, California 92103
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hey, Im Carson! I have a passion for teaching swimming to all ages at different skill levels and seeing them become more confident in the water. My hobbies outside the pool continue in the ocean with surfing and paddling, so my love for the water is deep.
San Diego, California 92107
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hello! I'm Stephen, and I love everything to do with the water. Teaching kids to swim is one of the most beautiful things I get to do because the joy and health that becomes available to someone with confidence and safety abilities in water is priceless and incomparable. It is my joy to bring this forward as a swim instructor and teach swimming in a way that is intuitive, personalized, and oriented for long-term development in water safety, confidence, and fun. I have Red Cross certifications in CPR, lifeguarding, open water, and water safety. I have experience working with infants all the way up to senior citizens and everyone in between, in group and private settings. Let's hop in the pool together!
San Diego, California 92103
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hello, my name is John Hanacek. I am a lifelong swimmer, water polo player, and lifeguard. I have been in the ocean and the pool since I was 7, doing Junior Lifeguards every summer and being on a competitive swim team. I became an ocean lifeguard for California State Parks and then got to go full circle by being an instructor for the same Junior Lifeguards program. I believe everyone deserves to have the joy and confidence of swimming. I make learning fun and help young swimmers discover their confidence and power in the water to build a foundation of skills for life. I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2021 and have experience with young students ages 3 to 15, and adults of all ages.
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hello! I am a rising junior in college at the University of San Diego, CA, but Ive lived north of Pittsburgh my whole life. I have been a lifeguard since June 2021, and last summer I was the assistant pool manager at Shannopin Country Club. Before that, I worked at Butler Country Club for 3 years and I am an active member there now. Ive consistently been doing swim lessons since October 2021 and mostly teach children aged 2-12. I am very patient and love to try to make your child/you as comfortable as possible. Please let me know your goals for your swim lessons, and I cant wait to work with you!
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hi, Im Tyler! I grew up around the water and have been swimming for as long as I can remember. As a swim instructor and former lifeguard, I love making lessons fun, safe, and encouraging for all. My goal is to help every swimmer feel confident in the water while having a great time learning since February 2025.
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2023
Hello my name is Christina :) I have been teaching swim lessons for about 7 years and have worked with infants to 12 year olds. I've also worked with children for 7 + years as a babysitter, lifeguard, leading a small group, and working at a preschool . I am currently a senior at Point Loma Nazarene and earning a degree in Psychology / Child Development to advance my education with working with children.
San Diego, CA 92104
Sunsational Vetted Since 2016
Hello, my name is Dolores, but I go by Reese. I have been teaching swim lessons since January 1999 and working as a lifeguard. Throughout my career, I have taught swimmers of all agesfrom newborns to older adultswith a wide range of abilities and comfort levels in the water. I earned my bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and my masters degree in Forensic Psychology. While in school, I was actively involved in aquatics, competing in both water polo and swimming on my schools swim team. Water safety has always been a passion of mine. I love being in the water and believe that everyone should have the opportunity to feel confident and safe around it. Teaching swimming allows me to combine my experience, patience, and enthusiasm to help people develop life-saving skills and build confidence in the water.
San Diego, California 92111
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hi! My name is Kristin. I have been a lifeguard since October 2018 and a certified swim instructor by the Red Cross since October 2021. I have prior experience teaching swim lessons to all ages, from infants to adults. I have worked with children all my life (from zip lines at Girl Scout camp to teaching English in Spain), and I have experience with children with special needs. I just moved to San Diego for my Master's Degree in Conservation Biology with the San Diego Zoo! I look forward to the beautiful weather here and some fun swim lessons!
San Diego, CA 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2020
Hi! My name is Anna, and I have been teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding since February 2017. I was also a swim coach for the past 4 years. I have worked with all levels and ages from <1-18. I was a competitive swimmer myself and love to share my love of the sport with others.
San Diego, CA 92106
Sunsational Vetted Since 2023
Hi! Im Corinne. Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2021, working with children ages 1 to 15. I was also a competitive swimmer for 10 years and a lifeguard for five. In addition to teaching, I served as an Aquatic Director, where I oversaw lifeguards and designed swim lesson programs. I have five years of experience in childcare and am currently in my final year of earning my degree in Child Development. Im passionate about helping children grow both in and out of the water because water safety is essential, and the pool has always been my happy place!
San Diego, CA 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2019
Hi, Im Abra! I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2004, and I was a competitive swimmer for over a decade. I love sharing my passion for the water and helping my students (safely!) discover their love for swimming! When Im not teaching, I work in marketing for the Sierra Club. I love spending time outside, heading to a barre class, and hanging out with my cat and dog.
San Diego, California 92106
Sunsational Vetted Since 2025
Hi, my name is Hannah! I am currently a senior at Point Loma Nazarene University, where I am working toward my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I swam competitively starting at 8 years old and through high school. I also love to surf and play water polo! I have been teaching swim lessons since March 2022 at the YMCA of the Desert. I have experience with ages 2 years through adults. I love teaching children to love the water as much as I do!
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
Hi there! With over 13 years of club swimming and four years of NCAA competition, I bring a lifelong dedication to the water. My background spans three years as a pool lifeguard and a year as an ocean rescue swimmer; having grown up by the water, I am deeply motivated by water safety and ensuring every child has the skills to protect themselves. I have spent eight years coaching Special Olympics and currently serve as a USA Swimming club coach and yoga instructor in La Jolla. I love working with kids, using the pool as a space to build their confidence and resilience. By helping them embrace challenges, I aim to foster both technical excellence and a safe, lasting passion for the sport.
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
Hi, Im Valerie! With a background in swim instruction, lifeguarding, coaching, and athletic training, I focus on helping students build confidence through proper technique, water safety, and injury prevention. My lessons are personalized, supportive, and designed to help swimmers of all ages succeed.
San Diego, California 92109
Sunsational Vetted Since 2026
I am a passionate and dedicated swim instructor with several summers of experience teaching children of all ages and skill levels. I focus on creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment where swimmers can build confidence and develop strong technique. Known for my patience and positive energy, I tailor each lesson to meet individual needs and help students progress at their own pace. My background in customer-facing roles has strengthened my communication skills, allowing me to build trust with both swimmers and their families. I am committed to water safety, personal growth, and making every lesson an encouraging and enjoyable experience.
