SwimSwim lessons with Larissa P.

Hey my name is Larissa. I'm 21, and the water has always been my 2nd home! I grew up competitive swimming and competing at the provincial level all year round for 6 years. 3 years of which I was a Junior coach for kids of all ages and abilities. I am also NCCP (National Coaching Certification Program) certified (Level 1). I've been a Head Lifeguard/Instructor (Aquatic Leader/Supervisor) for Abbotsford and Pitt Meadows Outdoor Pool for 3 years, through Recreation Excellence. I have 6 years experience coaching special needs athletes of all ages at the Provincial and National level with Special Olympics BC, (Mission). I am LSI certified (Lifesaving Instructor), to teach Bronze Cross/Medallion courses for youth in a leadership position. I currently work with Canucks Autism Network and have for the last 3 years swim coaching kids on the Autism Spectrum. I am also a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor for the city of Mission and have been for the last year. I also attend Douglas College taking there Child and Youth care course to be a Mental Health Worker. I couldn't imagine my life without being by water.