Swim lessons with Douglas F.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto Markham

Toddlers · Children · Adults & Teens · Lifeguard · Fitness · 1000+ Lessons delivered

Hello! My name is Douglas, and I’m passionate about helping swimmers of all ages thrive in the water. 🏊 Experience & Expertise I bring over 8 years of lifeguarding and teaching experience and am certified as both a Lifesaving Instructor and Swim Instructor. My focus is always on safety, skill development, and building confidence in every swimmer I work with. 🌊 Why I Love Teaching Swimming Swimming has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. What started as lessons and time spent in the pool eventually grew into a passion for teaching others. Some of my favorite moments as an instructor are seeing swimmers achieve something they once thought was impossible, whether that's putting their face in the water for the first time, swimming independently, or refining a skill they've been working hard on. Watching that confidence grow is what makes teaching so rewarding for me. 🌊 Teaching Approach I tailor each lesson to your goals and learning style. We focus on purposeful drills to refine breathing, improve stroke technique, build endurance, and strengthen water safety skills. Along the way, I incorporate games and engaging activities to keep lessons enjoyable while ensuring meaningful progress. 🌊 Lesson Focus Every session is crafted to meet your unique goals. I take the time to understand where you're starting and where you'd like to go. As you progress, I adjust the lesson plan to keep you challenged, motivated, and moving forward. 🌊 What I Offer 🔹 Lessons for all levels, from beginners to advanced swimmers 🔹 Thoughtful drills and engaging activities to support learning 🔹 A focus on confidence, endurance, technique, and lifelong water safety skills 🔹 Personalized feedback and lesson plans tailored to your goals Whether you're just starting, refining technique, or building confidence, I’d be thrilled to be part of your journey. Each lesson will guide you step by step, helping you grow both in skill and in confidence. I can't wait to help you reach your goals and celebrate your progress along the way.


12 Reviews

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Chris K.
June 9, 2026
Douglas is great with kids. He is patient with my son with ADHD and made swimming fun for my younger son who was afraid to swim.
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Jennifer L.
June 7, 2026
3 years and counting!!! Thank you 🤩
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Charbel E.
May 20, 2026
Highly recommend Douglas! He is patient, professional, and brilliant with kids. He creates a fun, safe environment that builds real water confidence while teaching essential skills. The progress we saw in just a few weeks was impressive. An absolute 5-star experience with Douglas!

Where I teach

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto Markham

30-31°C · 32ft long · 3ft to 5ft deep

This warm and cozy pool in a vibrant neighbourhood of Markham is perfect for learning adult swimmers and children. Enjoy amenities such as towel service, free wifi and parking, and lounge chair seating!

Access instructions are provided after your booking is complete.

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