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We take EXTREME pride in our Swim School Staff...
Our instructors all share a love and passion for teaching children. They also have either past experience teaching lessons, a competitive swimming background, or both! In addition, each instructor is:
First-Aid Certified
C.P.R. Certified
Certified in Safety Training For Swim Coaches
Has completed an official background check
A Registered U.S.A. Swimming Coach
Regardless of prior experience, each instructor is required to complete a minimum of 15 hours of in the water training and 5 hours of observational/deck training before they will begin teaching classes on their own. |
Meet Our Friendly Staff...
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Kristen
MVN Swim School Director
Kristen has been the Director of the Nadadores Swim School for the past two years. She is a graduate of Biola University in La Mirada, CA where she studied Business Marketing and Journalism. Prior to Directing the Swim School, Kristen spent time as an account executive for marketing firms in New Jersey and Florida. She is so happy to be back working in her hometown of Mission Viejo and greatly enjoys getting to know the swimmers and families who are a part of the Swim School. You can reach her at swimschool@mvnswim.org with any questions or comments. She would love to hear from you! |
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Coach Melinda
Melinda has been teaching swimming lessons as well as coaching with the Nadadores for over 2 years. She is an excellent motivator and swimmers can always count on a colorful pair of sunglasses from Coach Melinda! She teaches lessons on Tuesday and Thursdays and coaches with our Novice Swim Team Program on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. |
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Coach Ryan
Coach Ryan has taught swimming lessons for many years! Ryan is a favorite of many of our swimmers and has a gift for motivating them to achieve success over and over as they continue to grow in their swimming abilities. Ryan is currently attending the Police Academy and his swimmers love knowing he will soon be a Police Officer! |
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Coach Kelly
Kelly is our Novice Program director and she teaches a few lessons from time to time. Kelly brings a depth of experience and knowledge as both a collegiate swimmer and youth swimming coach. |
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Coach Amanda
Amanda is a former Nadadore swimmer who we are lucky enough to have teaching lessons with us-- those of you who know and love Coach Allison may see a few similarities in Amanda-- they are sisters! Amanda has a natural ability to connect with swimmers and help them to reach their goals! |
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Coach Bridget
Bridget began teaching with us in the Fall, bringing with her a year of previous teaching experience. She is quickly becoming a favorite of our Swim School students!
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