Special Needs Swimming Lessons Gainesville, FL

Hi! My name is Jilian and I am very passionate about teaching swimming! I was a Division 1 swimmer and have been teaching lessons to kids ages 1-12 for over 8 years. I am currently in school at UF for Occupational Therapy. I have experience teaching kids to swim who have special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, blindness, and other intellectual/physical disabilities. I believe having fun while learning to swim safely is so important!

Hi, my name is Temarius. I've been a lifeguard since 2007 and have been teaching swim lessons for 6 years with ages ranging from 1 to 60 years of age. I've also worked with children for 12 years in role(s) such as tutor, babysitter, and youth developmental groups. I went to FAMU and earned a degree in Mathematics in 2022. I love teaching swimming because of the happiness and fulfillment it brings to people once they learn.

Hi, my name is Ollie Monette and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages 3 to adults. I have also swam competitively for 13 years. I am enrolled at Santa Fe College for my AA degree in Wildlife Ecology and plan to continue my education at the University of Florida in the fall of 2024. I believe water safety and swimming skills are essential and I love helping my students grow and gain confidence as their swimming abilities develop.

Hi, my name is Mrithika and I have worked with children of ages 5-16 as a tutor, babysitter, and volunteer in various settings. I love spreading my passion for swimming and teaching others about water safety. I currently attend the University of Florida. I was captain of my swim team in high school and was a competitive swimmer for 5 years.

Hi, Im Fyn, Ive been swimming as long as I can remember and have gotten to work with all kinds of students over the years. I love the joy and excitement in a student when they really are able to explore their swimming abilities, and I love helping that moment happen!

I am a biology student at the University of Florida and am employed with UF RecSports as a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor. I have taught ages 6 months-40 years. I have 3+ years of experience with childcare through RecSports and Sun Country Sports Center. I am Pediatric CPR/AED and First Responder certified and love swimming, diving, and the ocean.

Hi there! Im Kiersten Farrell- a new Florida resident and UF physical therapist excited to bring my extensive swim experience and knowledge to the table as a Sunsational instructor. I grew up in Somerset County NJ, swimming for the YMCA competitive team for 12 years in addition to being a member and captain of the Bridgewater Raritan High School swim team. I followed this with a swimming career at Ramapo College as a member and captain. As swimming was such a large part of my life, and something that has always brought me great joy, Ive also been a lifeguard, lesson instructor, and coach since 2015. I have taught lessons to swimmers ages 4+, at all levels from beginner to advanced and Im excited to help your swimmer reach their goals!

Hi! I am currently a student at the University of Florida studying medicine. I have over 2 years of experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor with all ages and abilities!

My name is Lucie Crosly, and I have been swim instructing for three years! I have experience with all age groups from babies to adults. Aside from instructing with the YMCA, I also have experience as a lifeguard. I am great with kids and love being in the water

Hello, my name is Veronica and I've been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with ages 1-17. I've also worked with children for 4 years as a volunteer at hospitals, a summer swim team coach when I was lifeguarding and a soccer partner for athletes with special needs. I attend UF and am getting a B.A. in Digital Arts & Sciences to pursue animation. I enjoy teaching swimming because swimming is a sport you can quickly improve at, and seeing my students happy is so rewarding!