Alejandro

Alejandro first contact with the swimming world was in his early years. 

He has been swimming since he was 6 years old, at the school and school’s swimming club, and later moved into teaching young swimmers at summer camps and clubs in Spain, also during summer courses.

His love for swimming has never stopped and he has been qualified as a Swimming teacher for more than 6 years in the UK and ever since he has not stopped working on teaching the next generation to be the best swimmers they can be.

 In summary, he has been swimming for more than half his life and has become more than a hobby, but a way of life!

Alicia

I have been a swimming teacher for 4 years and used to compete in 100m butterfly and frontcrawl. I have been swimming since I was 4 and have been a swimming teacher since I was 16. I really like Swimming nature's approach to making children comfortable and safe with the water first and also it's teaching style and motos. 

I enjoy teaching the young ones as it is nice to help someone's first experience into swimming.

Anna

Anna has accumulated an impressive professional background. With a three-year tenure as a pre-school teacher followed by a year as a primary school teacher, she demonstrated her commitment to education. Anna ventured into the realm of aquatics, amassing eight years of experience as a swimming instructor, first in Italy and then in Uk, across different swimming centers, enjoying working with kids from every age and background.
Anna's athleticism is noteworthy; she has a fervor for running, climbing, and, notably, swimming.
The decision to embrace the role of a Swimming Nature instructor underscores Anna's faith in our curriculum and approach. With her belief that prioritizing children's needs is paramount in teaching the straightforward yet crucial sport of swimming, Anna aims to ensure that correct technique and form are instilled from the very outset.

Frankie

Frankie began swimming at an early age and never looked back! From swimming lessons to club galas to open water swims she has tried it all. She is qualified to teach swimming to babies from age 3 months through to adults and pre-competition level. Frankie is also a qualified Montessori teacher, teaching in England and has then spent the last 5 years teaching in Vienna where she also gave swimming lessons for a local swimming school. Frankie has worked as a lifeguard and swimming teacher in America, culminating with an open water swim in Fiji. Having experienced swimming in open water, Frankie has taken part in the Scottish and Northern swims in Windermere and enjoyed swimming in Croatia. Now returned to England she is also teaching swimming in a school for children with special needs, gaining a broader teaching experience. What Frankie likes about Swimming Nature is the small class ratios giving time to teach the elements in detail, achieving the end goal of a beautiful stroke

Ingrid

Ingrid, a native of Brazil speaking both Portuguese and English, has been immersed in the world of swimming since the age of 3. Holding Level 2 Teaching Swimming and Level 1 Swimming qualifications, she brings a wealth of experience to her role as a swimming teacher.

Ingrid's swimming achievements are marked by numerous medals from national, regional, and international championships. Notably, her proudest achievement is holding the record for medals at the Kurosa championship, an accomplishment spanning her years from 9 to 12 and continuing to this day, over two decades later.

Having transitioned from a successful swimming career to law school and subsequently working on a federal government project in Brazil, Ingrid's life took an unexpected turn when she moved to London. Fate led her back to swimming, where she found fulfillment as a qualified swimming teacher, blending her professional background and lifelong passion.

Teaching the Swimming Nature Programme holds special significance for Ingrid, bringing her immense joy as she contributes to developing life skills in others. Her preferred age group for teaching is above 4 years old, reflecting her expertise and comfort in working with young learners.

Ingrid chose to become a Swimming Nature teacher for the incredible opportunity it offers to build children's confidence in the water. Witnessing their progress and recognizing their capabilities is a source of inspiration and fulfillment in her role as a swimming teacher.

Javier

I have been swimming since 4 years old and he loves swimming, I have been working professionally as a swimming teacher for the past 2 years.

I was born close to the beach which makes me feel in love with that and doing any water activities around it. I started swimming when I was 4 because I had Scoliosis, few months later all problems on my back were gone, and makes me feel that I found an enjoyable and funny sport.

I have always been working around water, as a beach and pool lifeguard and in the last years as a swimming instructor, actually, I do love it! Looking forward to which is going to be the next challenge!

I like teaching all range of ages but I do enjoy teaching high levels!

The methodology used, the progression, the high-level standards of swimming knowledge, also, the hands-on method make the students learn so quickly!

I am glad to have joined a team who has the same passions as me and bring swimming knowledge to whoever wants to learn!

Jelena

I am a candidate for Master of Sports, Member of the Latvian Youth Olympic Swimming Team and gold in the relay at the Baltic Championships for swimming. I do like to Swimming in open water and I like ballet. I Graduated from the University of Economics. Over Nine years of experience in teaching swimming. 

What I like about Swimming Nature is he training scheme/ method is clearly thought out and easy to understand and are very effective.

I like to work with both beginners and already experienced swimmers but, I think my swimming experience is more revealed to the more skilled participants.

I look forward to teaching the Swimming Nature method to all my children.

Maria

Maria has been swimming since a young age and never looked back! She has been passionate about teaching for a very long time and she has been teaching in the UK within sports centres and swimming clubs. Maria appreciates better the small class size of the Swimming Nature methodology as she believes that it contributes to a higher quality of teaching and to a tailored attention. She enjoys teaching any ages and abilities!

Matheus

Since I was young I have loved water, swimming, or just relaxing in it, and for a long time, I used it as a way to relax. When I was in high school, I participated in a lot of swimming competitions, and it was one of the best moments of my life. As soon as I start looking for a job, I looked for ways to help or assist others, already working as a waiter and a construction assistant, and then I discover about Swimming Nature and the different ways that they teach swimming, and get amazed with it, I started to teach, and want to keep teaching and learning more.

I like that Swimming Nature tries to focus on improving each learner in a way that they can have all the support from their teacher, assisting in everything.

I like teaching older children when they are new to swimming and helping them lose their fear of it. I'd like to have learners with special needs because I need to approach them in different ways and can give all my attention to them.

With Swimming Nature, I can improve my abilities in teaching, and learn a new way of doing it. Also to learn a lot about swimming that I never knew before.

Thais

Thais, originally from Brazil, has immersed herself in the world of swimming instruction with a dedication that spans over a decade. Her linguistic versatility, speaking both English and Portuguese, enhances her ability to connect with a diverse range of students.

Thais' swimming qualifications include STA Level 1 and Level 2 certifications, along with Safety Award for Teachers and training in Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults. She has also achieved proficiency as a WaterBabies teacher.

Her journey as a swimming instructor began in 2010 in the UK, and her focus has predominantly been on child development, particularly aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This strategic approach not only facilitates children's swimming progress but also employs EYFS principles to create a conducive learning environment. Becoming a mother has heightened her appreciation for EYFS, embedding its principles into her lessons.

Thais' involvement in swimming was sparked when she witnessed baby swimming lessons during her tenure as a nanny. This ignited her passion for teaching, leading her to embrace the challenge of instructing both children and adults. Her commitment to helping students overcome traumatic experiences in the water exemplifies her empathetic approach.

Thais strongly believes in the effectiveness of the Swimming Nature methodology, particularly the focus on individualized attention through 1:2:1 or 2:2:1 lesson structures. Her enthusiastic teaching style, encapsulating the essence of "Swim Beautifully," incorporates playful elements like using animals to communicate different skill levels.

Her love for teaching is palpable in every lesson, a sentiment amplified by her dedication to her role at Swimming Nature since 2014. Thais's personal life is also a testament to her vibrant spirit, as she cherishes moments spent with her toddler son during swimming lessons and leisurely walks with her dog.

Thais Silveira O'Brien's journey as a swimming instructor blends expertise, passion, and an unwavering commitment to nurturing young swimmers, making her a valuable member of the Swimming Nature team.

Thomas

I have been swimming for most of my life! I found my love for swimming in my early teens where I discovered my passion for the water, particularly butterfly stroke. I was the fastest 50-metre butterfly swimmer in the UK at the age of 16.

I am friendly, patient and enthusiastic about facilitating people of all ages to gain swimming skills, however, I feel strongly about enabling younger swimmers with disabilities to become confident in the water and find their own love for swimming.

I am passionate about fitness, reflective in my education pathway in sports science. I am excited to be working with Swimming Nature as their approach to teaching swimming is unique, encouraging a happy lifelong relationship with water.