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To create a progressive
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OUR TEAM<\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”h-text1″]Our teachers and coaches come from a variety of backgrounds and are all qualified ASA from level 2 through to level 4. We have taken the well structured UK ASA swimming programme, added more flexibility to allow for the earlier water introduction for children based in the Middle East. Our program accommodates swimmers of all abilities in an inclusive environment to reach their potential in the water![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”container adjust”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]MICHELLE SLADE[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]Managing Director with over 20 years of trajectory, Michelle gained her experience in the UK. She is an ASA Club coach, level 2 swimming teacher and Swim England tutor. Given her background and expertise in sports science, Michelle teaches and coaches all levels.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]RAY GILBURT[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]A vastly experienced swimming teacher and coach. He is ASA level 2 qualified and has an official certificate in race timekeeping, judging and starter. Ray possesses a background in sports and physical education from the UK and still competes in crossfit and on the rugby field here in Dubai.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]ALISON SHERRY[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]Alison is a level 2 qualified instructor and has been teaching swimming in Dubai for 9 years. Her passion is the L2S programme and getting them ready to move up to the higher levels.<\/p>\n

She is a mom if 2 and an avid CrossFit fan.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”container adjust”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]MARK ELY TAPIT[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]An experienced Swimming Instructor and Coach. Certified ASCA level 1 and 2. Mark Ely, a Physical Education student was a varsity swimmer back in his college days and has been participating in swimming competitions from his early age.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]JUN[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]He was a varsity player when he was in college. He participates in underwater hockey and open water competitions. He is one of the qualified ASCA level 2 swimming instructors with 5 years of lifeguard experience. His passion to being a good coach pushes him to teach young swimmers to achieve their potential, and reach there goals.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]MAAN SAPIDA[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]Originally from The Philippines, Mann is a qualified ASA Level 2 swimming teacher. Following her qualification, she developed her ability to work with the children in her role as an assistant PE Teacher at Raffles World Academy, Dubai.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”container adjust”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]FREDRICK KURE[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]He is a highly experienced swimming teacher with ASA level 2 qualification. He works with both children and adults. He is also a qualified lifeguard and has a valid National Resque Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches certificate (NRASTC). He has a background as a fitness trainer. His hobbies are swimming, bodybuilding and traveling.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]WILL[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” el_class=”home-images”][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text1″]KIM[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”ab-text2″]Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”container adjust”][vc_column]

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CONNECT WITH US<\/h3>\n

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