Waterbabies Staff

Spring 08 Classes run Mar. 29 - Jun. 9 (No Classes May 24-26)

Summer 2008 Registration:

First St. Fitness: (Mon - Thu classes 5 weeks) June 23 - July 24

First St. Fitness (Fri, Sat, Sun classes 10 weeks) June 27 - Sept 14

Pine Lake (Fri, Sun classes 10 weeks) June 27 - Sept 14

Silver Lake (Wed, Fri classes 10 weeks) June 25 - Sept. 14

Holidays: July 4,5,6 & Aug 30, 31 & Sept. 1

Summer Registration: Current Families: May 31 (5:00am)

Summer Registration: Returning Families: June 4th (7:00am)

New Student Registration: Check for class availibility on Monday June 9th. Due to a limited Summer schedule we will only be adding classes for new students as the schedule allows

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Abby is a life long swimmer and the mother of three water-loving children. She is passionate about teaching the next generation of swimmers how to have fun and be safe in the water.

Brenda is a mother of two, who went through Waterbabies classes with both of her boys. She has worked extensively with parents and infants as a lactation and childbirth educator. She has a special understanding for the concerns of new families.

Connie really enjoys seeing "her" kids progress and become safer around water. She has a unique perspective for special needs kids and doubles as the Waterbabies office manager.

Christie loves swimming! As a mother herself she is very gentle with the kids. She is a great instructor who loves swimming and teaching.

Ellen is no longer a full-time instructor with Waterbabies, although she will continue to provide compassionate and skilled teaching through occasional substitution.

Jennifer W. is a mother of four children, all of whom are sturdents in the Waterbabies Program. She is an enthusiastic, high-energy instructor who loves to work with both parents and kids.

Jessica has enjoyed swimming and water sports all of her life. She has worked with children for over 15 years and is the mother of two little Waterbabies students. Jessica's instruction is guided by compassion and humor.

Kate is skilled at empathizing with her students and meeting them where they are at. Her two young children are also Waterbabies students, and she enjoys helping parents foster bonds with their children while focusing on building strong swimming skills.

LeAna likes to challenge her students, as a very experienced instructor she has a wonderful way with kids and parents that makes her able to draw out her students' best swimming skills.

Lori Serrano - is taking a leave from teaching for Fall 2007.

Mandi is happy to join Waterbabies as an instructor after having her two children go through our program. She has an upbeat, positive attitude that carries into her teaching and classes.

Nadya has been swimming regularly since the age of 2, both recreationaly and as a part of a swim team. Working with families and babies is a passion of hers and Waterbabies allows her to join these two areas of interest.

Sandy was on a swim team, in both high school and college. As a mother of four, she was attracted to Waterbabies for its holistic approach to swimming. Before joining Waterbabies, she was an instructor iin a Portland-based program for 3 years.

Tenaya is currently on maternity leave - we wish her good luck with her new baby!

Tome-Jo , has two children enrolled in the Waterbabies program. His 3 year old son began swimming at 4 months and is currently enrolled in Waterkids. After enjoying the bond, swim lessons nurtured between himself and Andrew, Tome-Jo decided he would like to join the Waterbabies team and encourage positive relationships between other parents and children through water play.

Vera is the founder and director of Waterbabies. She is an international presenter and teacher of waterbabies skills. She is continually researching new techniques and ideas. She brings a deep intuition and a fun presence to her teaching.

Veronica A. is nurturing to her students while teaching them swimming skills in a way that is playful and fun.

Veronica C. grew up in a swim school environment. She swam competitively since she was 3rs old until she graduated from high school She later became a lifeguard and swim instructor. Veronica believes swimming skills and safety around water are extremely valuable skills for all children.

Wendy N. Has been swimming ever since she can remember. Her calm and gentle nature with children, encourages them to try new things in the water.

Wendy will be on leave for the Fall 2007 session to spend time with her new baby!

Z swam with her niece and nephew through both the Waterbabies and Waterkids program. She loves engaging with children and teaching swim skills while creating a playfully and loving environment.