Meet Our Team

Expert Swim Instructors

Our team of certified, experienced instructors is passionate about teaching swimming and water safety. Each instructor brings unique expertise and a commitment to helping every student succeed.

Our Instructors

Meet the dedicated professionals who make learning to swim safe, fun, and effective.

Founders
Kendall and Junior Temotio
15+ years of experience teaching swimmers of all ages and abilities

Local entrepreneurs, parents, and lifelong advocates for diversity and inclusion in swimming. Both former athletes and passionate coaches, we share a love for using sport to empower youth and build lifelong swimmers. Our mission was inspired by our daughter, Alexia, whose unique medical journey led us to create inclusive opportunities for children and athletes of all abilities. From Coach Junior’s roots in Brazil and career as a Division I record holder, to Kendall’s focus on adaptive and neurodiverse programming, we’re committed to making swimming a sport where every child belongs.

Nevaeh Gumbayan
Swim Angelfish Certified
Lifeguard Certified
Adaptive Aquatics Instructor

Coach Nevaeh! She’s a Swim Angelfish certified and passionate about creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for swimmers of all abilities. Whether your child is learning water safety, building confidence, or working on new skills, adaptive lessons with Coach Nevaeh are the perfect fit.

Specializes in:
Adaptive lessons for beginners, Fear of water, Stroke improvement
Abby Grady
Adaptive Aquatics Instructor
Special Needs Certification
10 years experience

Coach Abby has been involved with swimming for 10+ years both as an instructor, coach and athlete. She grew up in Tallahassee, Florida and spends her free time playing beach volleyball, at the gym, traveling or hiking with her husband. With a calm and collected presence in and out of the water, Coach Abby ensures our youngest swimmers have the foundational skills built in both water safety and confidence with stroke development.

Specializes in:
Adult Lessons, Autism spectrum, Physical disabilities, Sensory processing.

Our Team's Qualifications

Every instructor meets our high standards for certification, experience, and ongoing education.

Certified Instructors
All instructors hold current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification
Safety Trained
Current CPR/AED certification and lifeguard training for all team members
Experienced
Minimum 3 years of teaching experience with diverse student populations
Continuing Education
Regular training updates and professional development to stay current

Our Teaching Philosophy

What sets our instructors apart is their shared commitment to these core principles.

Safety & Comfort First
We prioritize creating a safe, comfortable environment where students feel secure to learn and grow.
Individual Attention
Every student is unique. We adapt our teaching methods to match individual learning styles and goals.
Positive Reinforcement
We celebrate every achievement and use encouragement to build confidence alongside swimming skills.

Ready to Meet Your Instructor?

Our expert team is ready to help you achieve your swimming goals. Contact us to get matched with the perfect instructor for your needs.