Port Moody>Sarah E.

Swim with Sarah E.

Teaches toddlers, children, teens, adults
650 Delivered✦Proven value💪Fitness💙Autism Spectrum

Advanced swim instructor, 10 years teaching, specializing in neurodiverse swimmers and alternative learning/physical abilities —

18 Reviews

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Claire C.
March 2023
My daughter has autism and focusing/following instructions are a struggle. Up until we met Sarah even the mention that we were doing swimming lessons was met with a great deal of resistance. She’s now had 4 lessons with Sarah and is excited when I mention going. Sarah is incredibly patient and knows how to keep my daughter interested in learning 😍
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Maria V.
March 2023
I was looking for a while for someone to teach my son to swim who will be a great fit. Then I just have to look for other location and found Sarah . She is one special person. She is highly skilled especially in teaching individuals with diverse abilities. She's very patient and knows how to work on my son's strength and abilities. She takes time to really talk to my son and connect with him. She made the lesson fun and engaging. Very professional too. My son and I are looking forward for the next lessons with her.
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Danielle G.
August 2022
Sarah was wonderful with our two very energetic and silly boys. She was able to find what motivates each of them. Sarah is friendly and patient and was able to calm their energy and help them focus. She understood their fears and helped them work through challenges with encouragement. One of our boys has Down syndrome and Sarah was great at adapting the lessons to his strengths and recognizing what worked for him. We love Sarah and would love to keep swimming with her.
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Louise F.
August 2022
Sarah has done a great job with our two girls (age 8 & 5). She is kind, patient, clear in her instruction and so encouraging!! Thanks Sarah
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Nicky A.
June 2022
Sarah is a great instructor. She's so patient, kind and fun! My kids love going to her for swim lessons. She's the best!
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Sara C.
May 2022
Sarah is a fantastic swimming instructor! My son has been taking lessons with her. Before he started seeing Sarah, he was extremely nervous in the water and had not passed any level of swimming after several attempts with public swimming lessons. It only took one lesson with Sarah for him to be able to relax and feel comfortable in the water enough to learn to swim! It has been a wonderful experience with Sarah and we will continue to book lessons with her.

About Sarah E.

I have over 20 years of swimming experience and nearly a decade of teaching experience. Since 2016, I've supported children and teens in developing strong, confident swim skills. I specialize in working with neurodiverse swimmers and individuals with alternative learning and physical abilities.

Teaching philosophy

My lessons are adaptive, individualized, and rooted in trust, structure, and positive reinforcement — because meaningful progress happens when learners feel safe, understood, and supported. I blend Red Cross Swim Kids, Lifesaving Society, and private swim school methodologies to help each swimmer build competence, confidence, and independence

Life after lessons

💪Fitness

Accessibility

💙Autism Spectrum🤕Injury/Rehab

Where I teach

Port Moody

30-31°C · 32ft long · 3ft to 8ft deep

Located in the heart of Port Moody, just moments from the skytrain with ample street parking is a warm, family friendly pool perfect for children learning to swim and adults looking to advance their skills. The shallow side has a ladder for entry and is great for young children and beginning swimmers at 3 feet deep. A subtle slope leading to the deepest part of the pool at 8 feet is great to practice more advanced skills. With a brand new heater installed, the pool is kept at 86F (30C) perfect for those just learning to swim. We have a newly renovated bathroom right off the pool deck and pool deck changing pods for those who want to change quick before and after lessons. Shower available upon request.

Pool access details are provided after you book.

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