Meet The Team
TAEGAN
The swimming pool was pretty much my babysitter growing up. I spent endless hours fooling around in the pool and tormenting the lifeguards. So, naturally it made sense to become one myself.
I started lifeguarding at 16 and shortly after began teaching swimming. I worked at the Derrick club while in University, which allowed me the opportunity to hone my teaching skills and focus in on the finite details of swimming. With countless hours in the water and over 10 years of experience I’ve become proficient at teaching all ages and skill levels.
I have since graduated University and work as a Registered Nurse in Critical Care but choose to continue coaching because I love it. Its hard to describe, but that moment when things start to click for a student brings me such tremendous joy, I’d have a hard time living without it.
Michael
My name is Michael, and I’ve been a swim instructor and lifeguard for three years. I love combining teaching, swimming, and genuine connection to create positive, confidence-building experiences for my clients.
I’m currently studying Psychology at the University of Alberta with hopes of becoming a clinical psychologist. Outside the pool, I perform music on piano and guitar, stay active through swimming, skiing, and weightlifting, and love spending time with my golden retriever, Jasper, as well as my friends, family, and girlfriend.
My teaching philosophy focuses on fun, trust, and strong instructor-client relationships. I believe that with a supportive environment and lessons tailored to each swimmer’s needs, any swimming goal can be achieved.
Brooklyn
I grew up in and around the water, practically living between the swimming pool and the lake. I started teaching swimming lessons and lifeguarding at a small rural pool, which taught me responsibility and how much I enjoy helping others feel confident in the water. I also played competitive hockey growing up, which shaped my love for teamwork and staying active. I coached hockey at the younger levels which is where I found I really enjoyed helping people learn new skills and develop. I’m now in my first year at Concordia University studying psychology, excited to learn more about how people think, grow, and connect.
Karalee
Hello! My name is Kara, and I’m currently in my second year as a fine arts major in music theatre performance. My favourite non-swimming-related things include cats, colourful cartoons and musical theatre.
I competitively swam for 14 years for my hometown team in Grande Prairie; backstroke was always my favourite stroke. I loved the community and unity I felt when I swam, and it was always a skill I was so grateful to have had in my life. My first ever job was as a swim coach, and after a couple of years exploring the big world, I’ve decided to return to my roots to teach.
Teaching is one of my biggest passions in life. I hope always to have kids and adults alike pushing themselves to be the best they can be. It is an entirely natural response to fear the water or feel uncomfortable in it, but the satisfaction of watching someone race for the first time after months of hard work makes my heart so big. I love sharing my love of the water with the people around me and can’t wait to jump in.