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St Peter's Swim School
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Our Team

Swim School people make the difference

Our talented team of instructors take a holistic approach to teaching children how to swim. We help students reach their full potential in the water and ensure learning to swim is a fun, energetic, and fulfilling journey.
Our instructors are an enthusiastic and highly experienced team of professionals who understand the full value of learning to swim.  Not only are they dedicated to teaching our learners how to be safe in and around the water, our instructors understand the benefits of swimming beyond the obvious safety considerations.

Our instructors are constantly innovating and take a comprehensive approach when teaching swimming skills. Our team all undergo termly upskilling and development in different aspects in our aim to offer the best product and experience possible. They know that learning to swim in an encouraging and fun environment increases a personal sense of self-confidence, and self-belief, which fuels self-esteem. This is what drives their passion.

Connect with us

Our fantastic leadership team

Michaela
Michaela Tasker
Swim School Manager
Hi, my name is Michaela. I have been working in swimming for over 16 years now and have been involved in everything from teaching toddlers to coaching national level swim club swimmers. I am passionate about the opportunities and experiences swimming can offer and love the sport so much. My goal is for everyone I teach to learn to love it like I do!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Swim School Instructor
Rachael Sardelich
Head Teacher - Babies and Preschool 

I’m dedicated to helping your child become confident in the water and enjoy their learn to swim experience. I also enjoy volunteering as a Guide Leader in Cambridge.

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Jess Bayliss
Administrator

I am a strong believer that swimming is an important skill for children to learn. By learning to swim at a young age this gives them necessary confidence and knowledge to stay safe in and around the water. I look forward to helping your children grow with all things admin.

Our awesome instructors

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Eve Wolland
Swimming Instructor

My favourite aspect of being a part of the Swim School at St Peter's is helping our students gaining such an important life skill. 

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Amy Rawson
Swimming Instructor
I take pride in knowing that here at St Peter’s Swim School, we provide the kids with a safe and positive environment to do this.

 

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Grace Mueller
Swimming Instructor

It is my privilege to be working with St Peters swim school. I can not wait to watch the children flourish and learn new skills in the water!

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Nina Fletcher 
Swimming Instructor

I am dedicated to teaching vital life skills to children in my community, while also ensuring they have an enjoyable learning experience.

 

Swim School Instructor
Caleb Blind
Swimming Instructor

I am inspired by the kids I teach daily and am grateful to have a positive influence on their future water safety by helping them learn to swim the right way.

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Ben Taylor
Swimming Instructor

I have been passionate about swim coaching since I began over 12 years ago and have since studied different teaching styles to help engage with the unique personalities of the children I teach.

 

 

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Ella Jeffares
Swimming Instructor

I love helping children grow and develop skills in an accepting, positive and kind environment. I loved swimming lessons as a child and want to create the same thing for other children

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Katie Taylor
Swimming Instructor

I’m Katie Taylor and I've always grown up going around swimming. I used to be a competitive swimmer and then now have become a lifeguard at Whangamatā beach. I love working with kids and look forward to helping others and passing on knowledge. I am enthusiastic, passionate for fun and positive.

 

Swim School Instructor
Sarah Tankard
Swimming Instructor

Teaching young children to swim is about making lessons fun, gaining confidence, and being safe in and around water. I love to see the confidence bloom in our kids.

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Jeni Tamboer
Swimming Instructor

I am excited to be working with children and to be able to pass on my enjoyment of swimming having been a competitive swimmer myself. Confidence in the water is an important skill to have and it is rewarding to see their enjoyment. 

 

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Ava Woodbury Wrinkle
Swimming Instructor

HI, my name is Ava.

Swimming used to be a huge part of my life growing up but I have since taken up rowing and now compete for Waikato Rowing Club. 

However, my passion for swimming hasn’t faded—I’ve been a swim teacher for the past few years and love helping kids develop their confidence in the water. 

 

 

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Tessa Mcnay
Swimming Instructor

Kia Ora I’m Tessa! I’ve been involved in sports and working with young people for a few years now, and I love seeing the confidence that grows when kids try something new. After I swam when i was younger, I coached and played rugby, and I’m passionate about creating positive spaces where tamariki feel supported and have fun in their learning. 

 

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Brylee Ingram
Swimming Instructor

I am very excited to see the children improve their swimming skills and gain water confidence. Having done swimming lessons at the swim school, I am privileged to be able to create the same fun environment when learning to swim. 

 

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Vanessa Semmens
Swimming Instructor

Hi, my name is Vanessa and I come from a background of nannying, preschool teacher and teacher aide. I love working with children and look forward to meeting you all

 

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Mariah Tracey
Swimming Instructor

With a background as a primary school teacher and a proud mum of two, I’ve always had a strong connection to children’s learning and development. My love for the ocean and passion for  wellbeing, fitness, and health have led me to this role, where I can help little ones build confidence in the water and learn vital water safety skills. I believe every child deserves to feel safe, strong, and happy in the water — all while having fun! When I’m not in the pool, I enjoy the lake and beach, spending time with my incredible family and getting behind our family run businesses.

 

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Teagan Fookes
Swimming Instructor

I am very excited to see the children improve their swimming skills and gain water confidence. Having done swimming lessons at the swim school, I am privileged to be able to create the same fun environment when learning to swim.