Meet Our Swim Coach
Meet Swim Coach Mia
Nationality: Danish
Living in The Netherlands since: 2022
Languages: Danish & English
Pool location: Amsterdam
Profile:
“Imagine being capable of something you didn’t imagine that you could.”
I grew up in Holstebro, a small town in Denmark. Growing up, I wasn’t interested in what most people were. Gymnastics and football are two examples. I enjoyed water and swimming, which led to my participation in national championships. I quit Swimming due to an injury. But I’ve volunteered to teach swimming to people with intellectual disabilities and children because I want to help and share the joy I have for swimming with others while also ensuring they have an amazing experience. Swimming is a great hobby and sport for people of all ages, and everyone is welcome to come talk with me and join my classes, as I would love to share my personal experience to help individuals who want to advance their swimming or just start learning to swim, as swimming is a great and fun skill to have. When I am not working as a coach, I study full-time Political Science at the University of Amsterdam.
Coaching style:
Swimming, I believe, is a valuable skill to acquire because it welcomes everyone, regardless of age or adversity, and it can improve individuals by pushing their boundaries or expanding their social horizons to believe in themselves. However, in order to push your boundaries and so on, we must enjoy what we are doing while also striving to improve. I will use various creative methods to improve regardless of swimming level, such as creating different plays or using fun tools in my coaching to have an enjoyable learning experience at the same time.
Swimming Certifications, Achievements, & Recognitions:
- KNZB Rescue Skills 2023
- I have competed at international and national level for 3 years.
Specialties:
Since the backstroke has always been closest to me, it is especially important for me to learn how to swim on the back. I have experience in teaching kids and individuals with intellectual disabilities, by introducing them to water and how it can be fun experience and skill to have. I’ve worked with every type of group as well, from beginners in the water to advanced swimmers, and I’ve worked very well with each of them.
“In the water, you’re capable of more than you know.”
- 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 Mia
Nationality: Danish
Living in The Netherlands since: 2022
Languages: Danish & English
Pool location: Amsterdam
Profile:
“Imagine being capable of something you didn’t imagine that you could.”
I grew up in Holstebro, a small town in Denmark. Growing up, I wasn’t interested in what most people were. Gymnastics and football are two examples. I enjoyed water and swimming, which led to my participation in national championships. I quit Swimming due to an injury.
But I’ve volunteered to teach swimming to people with intellectual disabilities and children because I want to help and share the joy I have for swimming with others while also ensuring they have an amazing experience. Swimming is a great hobby and sport for people of all ages, and everyone is welcome to come talk with me and join my classes, as I would love to share my personal experience to help individuals who want to advance their swimming or just start learning to swim, as swimming is a great and fun skill to have.
When I am not working as a coach, I study full-time Political Science at the University of Amsterdam.
Coaching style:
Swimming, I believe, is a valuable skill to acquire because it welcomes everyone, regardless of age or adversity, and it can improve individuals by pushing their boundaries or expanding their social horizons to believe in themselves.
However, in order to push your boundaries and so on, we must enjoy what we are doing while also striving to improve. I will use various creative methods to improve regardless of swimming level, such as creating different plays or using fun tools in my coaching to have an enjoyable learning experience at the same time.
Swimming Certifications, Achievements, & Recognitions:
- KNZB Rescue Skills 2023
- I have competed at international and national level for 3 years.
Specialties:
Since the backstroke has always been closest to me, it is especially important for me to learn how to swim on the back. I have experience in teaching kids and individuals with intellectual disabilities, by introducing them to water and how it can be fun experience and skill to have. I’ve worked with every type of group as well, from beginners in the water to advanced swimmers, and I’ve worked very well with each of them.
“In the water, you’re capable of more than you know.”
- 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 Mia
Nationality: Danish
Living in The Netherlands since: 2022
Languages: Danish & English
Pool location: Amsterdam
Profile:
“Imagine being capable of something you didn’t imagine that you could.”
I grew up in Holstebro, a small town in Denmark. Growing up, I wasn’t interested in what most people were. Gymnastics and football are two examples. I enjoyed water and swimming, which led to my participation in national championships. I quit Swimming due to an injury.
But I’ve volunteered to teach swimming to people with intellectual disabilities and children because I want to help and share the joy I have for swimming with others while also ensuring they have an amazing experience.
Swimming is a great hobby and sport for people of all ages, and everyone is welcome to come talk with me and join my classes, as I would love to share my personal experience to help individuals who want to advance their swimming or just start learning to swim, as swimming is a great and fun skill to have.
When I am not working as a coach, I study full-time Political Science at the University of Amsterdam.
Coaching style:
Swimming, I believe, is a valuable skill to acquire because it welcomes everyone, regardless of age or adversity, and it can improve individuals by pushing their boundaries or expanding their social horizons to believe in themselves. However, in order to push your boundaries and so on, we must enjoy what we are doing while also striving to improve.
I will use various creative methods to improve regardless of swimming level, such as creating different plays or using fun tools in my coaching to have an enjoyable learning experience at the same time.
Swimming Certifications, Achievements, & Recognitions:
- KNZB Rescue Skills 2023
- I have competed at international and national level for 3 years.
Specialties:
Since the backstroke has always been closest to me, it is especially important for me to learn how to swim on the back. I have experience in teaching kids and individuals with intellectual disabilities, by introducing them to water and how it can be fun experience and skill to have. I’ve worked with every type of group as well, from beginners in the water to advanced swimmers, and I’ve worked very well with each of them.
“In the water, you’re capable of more than you know.”
- 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
