Susan M
San Diego, California 92126
Hi my name is Susan! I enjoy teaching and helping all ages and abilities to improve their swim performance. I swam competitively growing up and currently coach both swim team and water polo with a local high school. I am also a preschool teacher for ages 2-5 at a private preschool. I received a B.S. degree in Construction Engineering from ASU.
If you are interested in first lessons to perfecting your stroke techniques, please consider to partner with me to gain safety and water competency.
Alanakealoha B
San Diego, California 92122
Hi! My name is Alana Barthel, a swim instructor with six years of experience teaching everyone from 2-month-old infants to adults. Alongside swimming, I've spent eight years as a tutor and babysitter. I'm a Le Jardin Academy alum currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Human Biology at UC San Diego, set to graduate in 2025. My life has always been connected to the water, a passion I'm eager to share. Whether it's your first swim or refining your strokes, I'm excited to support your aquatic journey.
Angelique V
Lakeside, California 92040
Hi. My name is Angelique Vibbard. Im a mother of three beautiful daughters (22, 18, 16). I think pool safety is very important, and Ive taught my girls all about pool safety and how to swim since they were infants. I used to be a preschool teacher for over ten years, and Im now a Special Education Teacher teaching mild/moderate students for a charter school in East County. I cant wait to help your child experience the joy of swimming by focusing on proper technique, water safety, and building confidence. Im certified in CPR/First Aid. The best moment for me is when a new swimmer realizes they can float, glide, or swim on their own.
Natalie L
Vista, California 92083
Hi, Im Natalie Lindberg, and Im a 26-year-old swim instructor born and raised in sunny San Diego, California. Ive always loved the water; I grew up swimming in my pool all year long. I swam competitively and played water polo in high school, which led me to become a certified lifeguard and eventually teach swim lessons. I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2021. I have experience working with kids of all ages and skill levels, and I always aim to make lessons safe, fun, and confidence-building.
During the school year, I work as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), supporting children on the autism spectrum. That background gives me a patient, understanding approach to swim instruction and helps me adapt to each swimmers unique needs.
Dylan M
Carlsbad, California 92009
Hi my name is Dylan and Ive been in the water my entire life!
7 years of competitive swimming
7 years of competitive waterpolo
Current college waterpolo player
8 years of swim lesson experience
Ages as young as 3 month to as old as 17yrs
I currently am coaching waterpolo for moonlight waterpolo club and attend Mckendree University I will be going into my 3rd year as a nursing major and the captain of my division 2 waterpolo team.
Paige A
Fallbrook, California 92028
I am so excited to meet and teach your child fundamental swim skills and water safety! I have previously taught swimming in Oahu, Hawaii, at a private swim school since August 2018. I taught from ages 18 months all the way to adults who wanted to feel safe or improve technique! I believe swimming is a lifelong sport and is so beneficial to all! I have grown up in and around the water my entire life! I participated in Newport Beach's Junior Lifeguard program from ages 9 to 15 and swam competitively starting at age 12 through high school and played water polo! I truly love aquatics and believe everyone should learn to swim!
Allysa D
Escondido, California 92025
Hi, my name is Ally Dudley! I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and was a Division 2 student-athlete on my college swim team for 4 years. I've swum competitively for over 14 years and have had the experience teaching swim lessons and coaching swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Outside of the pool, I enjoy weightlifting, going on hikes, and exploring new hobbies like thrifting, cooking, and photography. I'm passionate about helping kids build their confidence in the water and love seeing their progress as they learn and grow.
Payton L
San Diego, California 92115
Hi everyone! My name is Payton, and Im a rising senior at San Diego State University, majoring in Business Management. Im originally from the East Bay Area and have been lifeguarding since February 2019. Ive also taught swim lessons and coached a summer recreational swim team during the spring season. Im passionate about helping kids build confidence in the water and develop strong swimming skills. Im excited to work with your child and support them on their swimming journey!
Camille G
Carlsbad, California 92011
I play water polo at UCLA and have been swimming since a young age. I love being in the water and teaching all ages to swim and grow their aquatic confidence too! I like incorporating fun into sessions, but I also plan specific drills to focus on improving each lesson. I teach all different experience levels!
Bruce S
Carlsbad, California 92011
My mom will tell you I was swimming before I was walking! Ive always loved being in the water. I started teaching Red Cross swim lessons as an assistant while in high school. Upon receiving my WSI in college, I took over as lead teacher in my home town. After graduation Ive continued to teach, using a hybrid blend of Red Cross, YMCA, SafeSplash, and AquaSafe techniques. I tailor every lesson to the needs of the swimmer, from 6 weeks old to 92 years old, including those with special needs.