Alison O
Tucson, AZ 85719
Hello! I am a 4th grade teacher in TUSD and love being with kids of all ages. I've been working with kids since I was in high school teaching swimming and as a sailing instructor. I've been teaching kids to swim for 5 years. I have a master's degree in teaching from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, MN. I love teaching kids to swim because it is such a fun process to see them become more comfortable and confident in the water!
Hi, my name is Megan and I am a physical therapist with 5 years of experience as a swim instructor. I’ve worked with children ages 12 months-adult on club and teams. I’ve also done babysitting and daycare, as well as working with kids in a physical therapy setting. I swam competitively for 10 years on multiple teams. I have a BSHS in Physiology and a minor in Spanish, as well as a doctorate in physical therapy. I love teaching kids how to swim to promote water safety and love of the sport!
Elizabeth H
Tucson, AZ 85719
Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I have been a lifeguard for two years. I previously swam competitively for 10 years. I have taught students ranging from 4 to 12-years-old. I have also been a babysitter for many families. I love teaching swim lessons because I love seeing the growth in my students however fast or slow that might be. I currently am a senior at the University of Arizona. I look forward to working with you!
Robert M
Tucson, Arizona 85706
Hi, I am Robert! I have 3 years of experience teaching swim lessons to toddlers up to adults, also, special needs students. I grew up on the coast of NJ, spending my summers swimming in the Atlantic every day. I left NJ to attend U of A. I also served 4 years in the Navy. I'm finishing up my second Bachelor's degree at U of A and live in Tucson with my wife and two dogs. I believe it's too hot out here to not know how to swim and cool off safely in a pool.
Hi, my name is Ted and Im a lifelong swimmer. Ive been involved in USA Swimming, high school, and now US Masters swimming. I have over 5 years of experience coaching swimming to infants and up. Ive been a K-8 teacher since 2001. I enjoy using games and play to teach particular skills in the water. I have experience working with students on the Autism spectrum as a K-8 teacher of fine arts. I compete in swimming on the national level placing in the top ten in distance events in US Masters.
Rebekah S
Tucson, Arizona 85730-3915
I love hearing, "I didn't know I could do that!" It's so cool to see the excitement when students can do something they couldn't before. I especially love it when they overcome their fear of the water. From my first race at 5 years old to lifeguarding as a teen, swimming, and water safety have been a passion of mine. I have experience teaching ages 6 months to 14 years, adults, and students with special needs. I believe fun and trust are important elements in learning to swim.
Hello! My name is Paige Heacox and I have been teaching swim lessons for 5 years with ages 3 to adult. I have also worked with children for 5 years as I was a lifeguard at a neighborhood pool. I am a student at the University of Arizona working to achieve my Bachelors of Science in the College of Public Health. Swimming has always been a passion of mine as I was a competitive swimmer for 14 years. I love teaching swimming because it is rewarding to watch my clients learn a lifelong skill.
Asher P
Tucson, Arizona 85710
Hi Im Asher :P
I have been a lifeguard/swim instructor for 3 years at the YMCA. I have been able to help so many people learn to swim, and each one has been such a fun journey. I have experience with everyone from infants to 65+ year-olds. I really value making whoever I teach feel safe and comfortable in the water. Everyone is so different, and at a different level, but no matter where you are I will meet you and be so happy to help.
Hello! My name is John Kinsey. I was a competitive swimmer for six years and was a lifeguard during the last four of those years. As a lifeguard, I had the opportunity to teach swim lessons. I teach a wide range of children, from kids afraid to get in the water to advanced swimming. I believe swimming is an excellent activity to engage children and to keep them in good health. My competitive swimming experience gave me a passion for the water and the know-how to pass it on.
gabriela a
Tucson, AZ 85719
Hi my name is Gabi Ayala and I have been swimming for 12 years. I have been teaching swim lessons for 4 years with ages 18- 6 and under. I have also worked with children for a few years in babysitting. I currently go to the University of Arizona and want to earn a degree in Psychology with a minor in Pre- Law. I love teaching swim because I have always had a passion for this sport and enjoy seeing the smile on the swimmers faces when have accomplished something in this sport.
