Swim with Reza T.

Teaches toddlers, children
500 DeliveredProven valuePassing levels🏆Swim Club💙Autism Spectrum

Swim for Life Affiliate-certified instructor with 25+ years teaching in Canada, UK, and Iran — beginner through advanced, one-on-one and


27 Reviews

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Andrea H.
April 2026
Reza was referred to us through a friend and we are so glad! He is enthusiastic, patient, and engaging, which is exactly what my kiddo needed. We chose to try 1:1 swim coaching after several failed rounds of community centre lessons, which left my son anxious and refusing to participate. With Reza, it has been a completely different experience. In just a few lessons, he has already taught my kiddo more skills than he had acquired through his community centre lessons, and his confidence in swimming has grown significantly. He is now willing and ready to learn and to build upon his newfound skills. Would definitely recommend.
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Christine W.
January 2026
Reza has turned my two boys into lovers of the water. My youngest is quite anxious in the water. His amazing patience and fun methods helped him relax immediately. He is very supportive and teaches him the steps for everything so he felt confident and safe. My oldest has learned so many different techniques and has improved his strokes with the approach Reza has. He builds on skills so that the kids succeed. We are so happy we found him!
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Pasquale C.
January 2026
I'm very impressed by Reza's positive energy with my children. Reza adjust his methods to every kids he teaches, making games with my little one, to make him confident in water, and giving appropriate challenges to my older kid. He is always encouraging towards the progress of our children and I've seen such a big difference in their skills since we started his classes in November! I highly recommend him as a teacher!
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Katherine Y.
December 2025
He is a knowledgeable and patient instructor who connects naturally with children and keeps lessons engaging and positive. He teaches comprehensive, age-appropriate skills using the Swim for Life curriculum, creating a safe, encouraging, and fun learning environment.
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Sandeep J.
December 2025
My son was not keen on swimming, but after 6 lessons with Reza, my son’s ability and confidence has increased tenfold. I can not believe how much he has improved in such a short amount of time. Reza is so much fun! He’s able to teach in a way that keeps kids engaged, while being super supportive and caring. He scaffolds the learning so that all of the pieces come together organically. My son never feels stressed or pressure to perform in his swimming classes. I would highly recommend Reza! I may even take some lessons myself.
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Julie K.
December 2025
My two boys worked with Reza over 3 lessons to work on breast stroke and whip kick, rollovers, and trading water, which they had difficulty with during swimmer 5 community centre lessons. Reza helped them improve their skills very quickly. He was very conscientious and very engaged in their improvement.

About Reza T.

I hold Swim for Life Affiliate certification and Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C from the Canadian Red Cross, with over 25 years of teaching and coaching experience in Canada, the UK, and Iran. I coached two seasons at the Canadian Dolphin Swimming Club (CDSC) in Vancouver and have worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor in Tehran.

Teaching philosophy

I specialize in teaching swimming in a short period, with quality comparable to long-term courses. I've refined crash-course methods through British school programs and have successfully run private one-on-one, small group, and larger group classes with up to 12 students.

Teaching expertise

Intro to waterOvercoming fearPassing levelsStroke formAdapted aquaticsBody positionBreath controlKick techniqueEnduranceEfficiencyCompetition

Life after lessons

💪Fitness🌊Open water🚴Triathlon🏆Swim Club

Accessibility

💙Autism Spectrum💚ADHD👁️Vision impaired🗣️Persian (Farsi)

A typical first lesson

1- Assess individual skill levels. 2- Identify specific needs. 3- Set personalized goals. 4- Plan flexible lessons. 5- Encourage and support.


Where I teach

Richmond Riverdale

30-31°C · 32ft long · 3ft to 6ft deep

Enjoy lessons in a spacious, heated pool with depth ranging from 2 to 6 feet, perfect for all ages and skill levels. The facility includes a relaxing built-in jacuzzi plus dedicated shower and changing rooms. With a wide range of available hours, you’ll enjoy both flexibility and a private, premium environment ideal for focused instruction.

Pool access details are provided after you book.

Map of the area around Richmond Riverdale
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