Cheryl

As a passionate and experienced swim, instructor, I have dedicated myself to helping individuals of all ages and skill levels, discovered the joys and benefits of swimming. With over 10 years experience, teaching swim lessons, I have developed a patient and supportive approach that caters to each students’ unique needs and goals. Specialty areas are fearful swimmers, adult, non-swimmers, adaptive swimmers, and competitive stroke technique for triathletes. I am a five-time, Iron Man, finisher and a 12 time half Iron Man finisher. It continues as my hobby to this day. I take pride in creating a positive encouraging learning environment that allows my students to strive and reach their fullest potential, whether you were a beginner looking to overcome fears or an experienced swimmer wanting to refine your technique, I'm committed to helping you reach Your swimming goals.

Elizabeth

Hi! My name is Elizabeth, I’ve been swimming my whole life and have always loved being in the water. I enjoy sharing my passion for aquatics with swimmers of all ages and skill levels, whether you’re learning to blow bubbles for the first time or swimming laps with confidence. My goal is to create a safe, encouraging, and fun environment where every swimmer can build their confidence in the water.

Georgia

Hi! My name is Georgia and I'm passionate about educating aquatic safety and helping swimmers feel confident in the water, I want to make sure everyone feels supported and can perform to the best of their abilities! Outside of the pool I am a competitive Ringette player so teamwork and encouragement are a big part of who I am and how I want to teach. My goal is to help swimmers reach their goals and their full potential in the water while keeping lessons fun and positive!

Gisoo

Hello, I’m Gisoo! I’ve been a professional swimmer since childhood, competing in numerous events over the years. For more than three years, I’ve been working as both a lifeguard and a swim instructor. I’m passionate about helping people of all ages build confidence in the water and develop strong swimming skills.My goal is to make every lesson safe, fun, and rewarding. I love sharing my experience and knowledge with others, and I look forward to seeing you in the pool as we dive into this exciting aquatic journey together!

Jean-Michel

Hi, I’m Jean-Michel, a swim instructor at Aqua Life. I enjoy helping swimmers gain confidence in the water and improve their skills in a safe and positive environment. My goal is to make every lesson both fun and productive while helping each swimmer reach their full potential.

Lea

Hi everyone, my name is Lea! I’ve been passionate about swimming since I was a child. I love being able to share my knowledge and enthusiasm for the water with others. Whether I’m helping a child float for the first time or guiding a swimmer to improve their technique. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone unlock that potential. My experience as a swimmer and my current role have taught me the importance of safety, confidence, and fun in the pool. I can’t wait to meet you and help you become more comfortable, skilled, and confident in the water!

Malek

Hi, I’m Malek! I’ve been swimming for almost my whole life. I also sail, which has helped me develop water confidence awareness, adaptability, and respect for aquatic spaces. Being around water from a young age has shaped both my skills and my passion for aquatics. I’m a high-level soccer player and a dedicated athlete, bringing the same energy, focus, and discipline to my work as a swim instructor. I love teaching kids and helping them grow not just as swimmers, but also in confidence, all in a safe and supportive space. Sports have taught me patience, consistency, and teamwork, which I apply in every lesson. I’m known for being fun, energetic, and encouraging while maintaining a structured and supportive teaching style while always insuring the safety of my simmers. I adapt my lessons to each swimmer’s needs, making them engaging, effective, and positive. My goal is to help swimmers build strong fundamentals, confidence, and a genuine love for the water, while feeling safe and excited to keep improving.

Monica

Hello, my name is Monica. I was an Artistic Swimming athlete for 10 years. During my final three seasons I was training at the High-Performance level competing nationally. I have experience helping young athletes develop fundamental swimming skills and I worked for two years as a recreational artistic swimming coach helping swimmers with varying abilities. I have always loved the water (pools, lakes, oceans) and I am looking forward to helping others build their swimming skills in a safe and encouraging manner.

Nooshin

Nooshin is a Senior Swimming Instructor at Aqua Life with over a decade of experience in aquatics, coaching, and wellness. She has taught swimmers of all ages, coached competitive teams, and created safe, motivating learning environments. With a background in sport physiology and food and nutrition management, Nooshin combines her expertise in health and leadership to help individuals reach their full potential in and out of the water.

Parastoo

Hello! My name is Parastoo. I started swimming when I was five years old and have been a professional swimmer for over fourteen years. Since childhood, I have participated in many swimming competitions and earned several awards. I’m truly passionate about swimming and the water environment. I love teaching others how to swim and always do my best to help my students learn the correct techniques in a safe and enjoyable way. With more than three years of experience as a lifeguard and swimming instructor, my goal is to make every swimmer feel confident, safe, and happy in the pool. Nothing makes me prouder than watching my students improve and fall in love with swimming.

Robert

Hey I’m Robert! I’m in my third year of Engineering at Carleton University, and I play on the varsity baseball team. I have been teaching swimming lessons since I was 16 back home in Saskatchewan and have always loved being around the water, at the pool or at the lake. I enjoy creating a fun environment where kids or adults can learn the skills and techniques while having a lot of fun doing it!

Saphira

Setara

Hi everyone, my name is Setara! I have been working with Aqua Life for a while now as a certified Swim Instructor and Lifeguard. I’ve worked as a lifeguard for about two years with H2O Company, ensuring safety at both indoor and outdoor pools, including a Water Park. My love for swimming started when I was six years old in our backyard pool, where I first began teaching myself how to swim. Over the years, this passion has grown into a love for teaching others. I find it incredibly rewarding to see swimmers learn, grow, and gain confidence in the water. I also joined my school swimming team for two years, specializing in back crawl and breaststroke. I especially enjoy working with kids, using fun games to help them improve their swimming skills while having a great time. I can’t wait to see you all in the pool and help you become more confident and comfortable in the water!

Summer

Hi my name is Summer! I've always loved spending my time in the water. I enjoy sharing my love of the sport and helping swimmers of all ages reach their goals, whether it's learning the basics, or improving their technique. My goal is to make every lesson engaging, and enjoyable while promoting water safety and confidence.

Taraneh

My name is Taraneh. I fell in love with aquatic life when I was a little child and actively participated in many national competitions. In more than 25 years of swimming instruction, I have walked with hundreds of kids and adults learn swimming. My teaching philosophy in swimming is striking a balance between fun and discipline. I have helped swimmers enjoy swimming with comfort and confidence. I am also a professional scuba diver trainer.