Meet the team

Teacher & Lifesaver

I co-ordinate and promote the annual programme of continuing professional development for the Club's swimming teachers, lifeguards and volunteers. Developing in-house learning is important and ensures our staff are up to date with training and development. I also assist with the induction of new staff.

Treasurer, Membership Secretary, Teacher & Lifesaver

I have always loved swimming and from a young age swam for Poole Swimming Club and Dorset county. I want to pass on to the children the fun and freedom of being able to swim and to be confident in water.

Club Secretary & Data Protection Officer

Pool swims at Sedbergh help me to relax and keep me physically and mentally in good health. I also enjoy swimming outdoors feeling the smooth glide of cool water from local rivers and lakes. Swimming is also a great way to meet swim buddies and supportive friends.

Lifesaver & Teacher

I have been involved with Sedbergh Swimming Club for over 10 years and have a variety of roles including chair, lifeguard secretary, lifeguard and teacher. I love to see our swimmers progress.

Teacher & Lifesaver

I have loved swimming since I was young, both in the pool at Sedbergh and outdoors. I enjoy competing in triathlons and swimming events across the county, and I became a qualified swimming teacher in 2016. Teaching local kids to swim is something I truly enjoy, and I hope they'll grow to share my love for the water.

Lifesaver

Swimming has always been a major part of my life — I first qualified as a Lifeguard in 1974! I especially enjoy Scuba Diving. Learning to swim early has given me so much confidence in the water — it feels like a natural environment for me.

Welfare Officer, Teacher & Lifesaver

I am a swimming teacher and teach people of all ages and abilities to develop swimming skills, technique and confidence in the water. I love teaching the little ones. I also lifeguard and have responsibility for safeguarding for the club.

Lifesaver

I have been involved with the club for over 9 years and enjoy my role as lifeguard. I also provide CPD in first aid to the other members of the team on a regular basis.

Lifesaver

All three of my children have been taught to swim by the swimming club, as was I. I really enjoy giving a little back through my role. I enjoy swimming, listening to music and spending time with my family.

Teacher & Lifesaver

I developed a love of swimming during my teenage years, and it has remained a passion ever since. With over 15 years of teaching experience, I was thrilled to accept the opportunity to join the team as a swimming teacher, which allows me to bring my background in teaching into a rewarding environment, supporting others in learning a life skill that is both essential and highly beneficial.

Teacher

I have been a swimming teacher for over 30 years. I have worked in schools and the leisure industry spending time teaching swimming from toddlers to pensioners.

Teacher & Lifesaver

I was a competitive swimmer as a child and have coached swimming on and off for over 20 years. I’m really enjoying helping out at the club, working with the youngsters to fine-tune their technique and boost their confidence in the water.