Meet Our Swim Coach
Meet Swim Coach Christina
Nationality: Dutch
Living in The Netherlands since: Born and raised
Languages: Dutch, English, and working on her Spanish
You can find Christina at: everywhere 🙂
Personal vision: “Olympic swimmers are so overrated. Our beginning swimmers are the real heroes.”
Profile:
I grew up near Leiden and, back in those days, it was normal to start swimming lessons at the age of 5; early mornings in an outdoor pool were part of our routine. Later, at the age of 6 or 7, swimming lessons were provided by school. Sadly, this doesn’t happen in The Netherlands anymore, which is a strange decision in my view. Once I had the A and B diploma in the bag, I turned to sports outside the pool. I played handball in premier league then switched to rowing at an early age. After years of training, I made it to the Junior European Championships. I finally came back to swimming when I needed an alternative to running, following issues with my back. I never left again!
Years later, while living and working in Kenya as part of my career within the horticulture industry, I began teaching others how to swim. My boyfriend was my first pupil (he is a decent swimmer now) but I also I encouraged local kids to join the pool. That is where I learned that swimming doesn’t come naturally to everyone.
Coaching style:
I believe we hold ourselves back with negative thoughts, so if my swimmers tell themselves that they cannot swim, they will prove themselves right. That mindset is universal and is a way for us to protect ourselves but, as a coach, it’s my job to prove that voice inside is wrong! Gradually of course, I never jeopardize safety. Becoming a confident swimmer is a result of managing the dialogue with that internal voice. I use a calm tone of voice, an understanding of the science of water and the repetition of exercises, as tools to push my students’ learning in the right direction.
My role:
As founder of the school, I am always to be found around one of the pools, so we are bound to meet! I’m most frequently at the Carlton Beach in Scheveningen for private and private elite classes. I’ll also be the person who hands you your diploma at the end of your journey.
“Olympic swimmers are so overrated.
Our beginning swimmers are the real heroes!”
- ALL YOU NEED IS THE FIRST STEP, WE'L TAKE CARE OF THE REST! -
Our range of swimming classes for adults
Which class suits you best? Select from beginner to advanced swimming lessons. We offer classes suitable at different levels, from classes for beginners to classes for those who want to refine their technique and increase their stamina.
Water introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 1 of 5
No swimming ability? Fear of water? Past lessons unsuccessful or a long time ago? Then it’s time to begin again — from the very start — with a water introduction at ground zero!
Perfect for absolute beginners or those with fear of water.
- Overcome fear of water
- Get comfortable in shallow water
- Learn to float and move freely
- Build basic water confidence
Stroke introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 2 of 5
Comfortable in water, but not yet able to swim the four basic strokes? This level provides the right fit.
Requirements include: completion of the introduction level, or ability to swim back-crawl and backstroke (with froggy leg kick).
For those who are water-confident but don’t yet swim strokes.
- Learn the 4 basic strokes
- Improve breath control
- Build up stamina in shallow water
- Transition from water play to structured swimming
Intermediate
Difficulty: Intermediate
Lessons range: 3 of 5
Participation in this level requires the ability to swim comfortably in shallow water. Discomfort in deep water is acceptable.
Requirements include: knowledge of all four basic strokes.
You can swim in shallow water but still improving technique or confidence.
- Refine technique for all 4 strokes
- Improve efficiency and endurance
- Get more comfortable in deeper water
- Work on swimming longer distances without breaks
Advanced
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 4 of 5
No issues in deep water and able to swim more than 100 meters without exhaustion? This level is the perfect match. The goal: getting fitter and stronger through swimming as a weekly workout.
You swim 100m+ without stopping and want cardio & progress.
- Swim in deep water with full confidence
- Increase swimming stamina and speed
- Improve stroke power and breathing
- Prepare for diploma-event and/or sports-level training
Sports Class
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 5 of 5
Take swimming skills to the next level with the Sport Class! Designed for holders of official swim diplomas or advanced swimmers seeking new challenges — this class delivers focused, high-level training.
For advanced or diploma-level swimmers seeking challenge.
- Train like an athlete
- Learn interval and endurance sets
- Improve race technique and starts
- Build peak swimming fitness
Meet Our Swim Coach
Meet Swim Coach Christina
Nationality: Dutch
Living in The Netherlands since: Born and raised
Languages: Dutch, English, and working on her Spanish
You can find Christina at: everywhere!
Personal vision: “Olympic swimmers are so overrated. Our beginning swimmers are the real heroes.”
Profile:
I grew up near Leiden and, back in those days, it was normal to start swimming lessons at the age of 5; early mornings in an outdoor pool were part of our routine. Later, at the age of 6 or 7, swimming lessons were provided by school. Sadly, this doesn’t happen in The Netherlands anymore, which is a strange decision in my view. Once I had the A and B diploma in the bag, I turned to sports outside the pool. I played handball in premier league then switched to rowing at an early age. After years of training, I made it to the Junior European Championships. I finally came back to swimming when I needed an alternative to running, following issues with my back. I never left again!
Years later, while living and working in Kenya as part of my career within the horticulture industry, I began teaching others how to swim. My boyfriend was my first pupil (he is a decent swimmer now) but I also I encouraged local kids to join the pool. That is where I learned that swimming doesn’t come naturally to everyone.
Coaching style:
I believe we hold ourselves back with negative thoughts, so if my swimmers tell themselves that they cannot swim, they will prove themselves right. That mindset is universal and is a way for us to protect ourselves but, as a coach, it’s my job to prove that voice inside is wrong! Gradually of course, I never jeopardize safety. Becoming a confident swimmer is a result of managing the dialogue with that internal voice. I use a calm tone of voice, an understanding of the science of water and the repetition of exercises, as tools to push my students’ learning in the right direction.
My role:
As founder of the school, I am always to be found around one of the pools, so we are bound to meet! I’m most frequently at the Carlton Beach in Scheveningen for private and private elite classes. I’ll also be the person who hands you your diploma at the end of your journey.
“Olympic swimmers are so overrated. Our beginning swimmers are the real heroes!”
- ALL YOU NEED IS THE FIRST STEP, WE'L TAKE CARE OF THE REST! -
Our range of
swimming classes
for adults
Which class suits you best? Select from beginner to advanced swimming lessons. We offer classes suitable at different levels, from classes for beginners to classes for those who want to refine their technique and increase their stamina.
Water introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 1 of 5
No swimming ability? Fear of water? Past lessons unsuccessful or a long time ago? Then it’s time to begin again — from the very start — with a water introduction at ground zero!
Perfect for absolute beginners or those with fear of water.
- Overcome fear of water
- Get comfortable in shallow water
- Learn to float and move freely
- Build basic water confidence
Stroke introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 2 of 5
Comfortable in water, but not yet able to swim the four basic strokes? This level provides the right fit.
Requirements include: completion of the introduction level, or ability to swim back-crawl and backstroke (with froggy leg kick).
For those who are water-confident but don’t yet swim strokes.
- Learn the 4 basic strokes
- Improve breath control
- Build up stamina in shallow water
- Transition from water play to structured swimming
Intermediate
Difficulty: Intermediate
Lessons range: 3 of 5
Participation in this level requires the ability to swim comfortably in shallow water. Discomfort in deep water is acceptable.
Requirements include: knowledge of all four basic strokes.
You can swim in shallow water but still improving technique or confidence.
- Refine technique for all 4 strokes
- Improve efficiency and endurance
- Get more comfortable in deeper water
- Work on swimming longer distances without breaks
Advanced
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 4 of 5
No issues in deep water and able to swim more than 100 meters without exhaustion? This level is the perfect match. The goal: getting fitter and stronger through swimming as a weekly workout.
You swim 100m+ without stopping and want cardio & progress.
- Swim in deep water with full confidence
- Increase swimming stamina and speed
- Improve stroke power and breathing
- Prepare for diploma-event and/or sports-level training
Sports Class
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 5 of 5
Take swimming skills to the next level with the Sport Class! Designed for holders of official swim diplomas or advanced swimmers seeking new challenges — this class delivers focused, high-level training.
For advanced or diploma-level swimmers seeking challenge.
- Train like an athlete
- Learn interval and endurance sets
- Improve race technique and starts
- Build peak swimming fitness
Meet Our Swim Coach
Meet Swim Coach Christina
Nationality: Dutch
Living in The Netherlands since: Born and raised
Languages: Dutch, English, and working on her Spanish
You can find Christina at: everywhere 🙂
Personal vision: “Olympic swimmers are so overrated. Our beginning swimmers are the real heroes.”
Profile:
I grew up near Leiden and, back in those days, it was normal to start swimming lessons at the age of 5; early mornings in an outdoor pool were part of our routine. Later, at the age of 6 or 7, swimming lessons were provided by school. Sadly, this doesn’t happen in The Netherlands anymore, which is a strange decision in my view. Once I had the A and B diploma in the bag, I turned to sports outside the pool. I played handball in premier league then switched to rowing at an early age. After years of training, I made it to the Junior European Championships. I finally came back to swimming when I needed an alternative to running, following issues with my back. I never left again!
Years later, while living and working in Kenya as part of my career within the horticulture industry, I began teaching others how to swim. My boyfriend was my first pupil (he is a decent swimmer now) but I also I encouraged local kids to join the pool. That is where I learned that swimming doesn’t come naturally to everyone.
Coaching style:
I believe we hold ourselves back with negative thoughts, so if my swimmers tell themselves that they cannot swim, they will prove themselves right. That mindset is universal and is a way for us to protect ourselves but, as a coach, it’s my job to prove that voice inside is wrong! Gradually of course, I never jeopardize safety. Becoming a confident swimmer is a result of managing the dialogue with that internal voice. I use a calm tone of voice, an understanding of the science of water and the repetition of exercises, as tools to push my students’ learning in the right direction.
My role:
As founder of the school, I am always to be found around one of the pools, so we are bound to meet! I’m most frequently at the Carlton Beach in Scheveningen for private and private elite classes. I’ll also be the person who hands you your diploma at the end of your journey.
“Olympic swimmers are so overrated.
Our beginning swimmers are the real heroes!”
- ALL YOU NEED IS THE FIRST STEP, WE'L TAKE CARE OF THE REST! -
Our range of swimming classes for adults
Which class suits you best?
Select from beginner to advanced swimming lessons. We offer classes suitable at different levels, from classes for beginners to classes for those who want to refine their technique and increase their stamina.
Water introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 1 of 5
No swimming ability? Fear of water? Past lessons unsuccessful or a long time ago? Then it’s time to begin again — from the very start — with a water introduction at ground zero!
Perfect for absolute beginners or those with fear of water.
- Overcome fear of water
- Get comfortable in shallow water
- Learn to float and move freely
- Build basic water confidence
Stroke introduction
Difficulty: Beginner
Lessons range: 2 of 5
Comfortable in water, but not yet able to swim the four basic strokes? This level provides the right fit.
Requirements include: completion of the introduction level, or ability to swim back-crawl and backstroke (with froggy leg kick).
For those who are water-confident but don’t yet swim strokes.
- Learn the 4 basic strokes
- Improve breath control
- Build up stamina in shallow water
- Transition from water play to structured swimming
Intermediate
Difficulty: Intermediate
Lessons range: 3 of 5
Participation in this level requires the ability to swim comfortably in shallow water. Discomfort in deep water is acceptable.
Requirements include: knowledge of all four basic strokes.
You can swim in shallow water but still improving technique or confidence.
- Refine technique for all 4 strokes
- Improve efficiency and endurance
- Get more comfortable in deeper water
- Work on swimming longer distances without breaks
Advanced
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 4 of 5
No issues in deep water and able to swim more than 100 meters without exhaustion? This level is the perfect match. The goal: getting fitter and stronger through swimming as a weekly workout.
You swim 100m+ without stopping and want cardio & progress.
- Swim in deep water with full confidence
- Increase swimming stamina and speed
- Improve stroke power and breathing
- Prepare for diploma-event and/or sports-level training
Sports Class
Difficulty: Advanced
Lessons range: 5 of 5
Take swimming skills to the next level with the Sport Class! Designed for holders of official swim diplomas or advanced swimmers seeking new challenges — this class delivers focused, high-level training.
For advanced or diploma-level swimmers seeking challenge.
- Train like an athlete
- Learn interval and endurance sets
- Improve race technique and starts
- Build peak swimming fitness
