Swim with George L.

Teaches toddlers, children, teens, adults
28 Yrs teachingStroke form💪Fitness💙Autism Spectrum💬Before booking

Experienced swim instructor and former competitive swimmer helping all ages build confidence, improve technique and develop a lifelong skill


About George L.

spent 15 years as a competitive swimmer, reaching the national level, and have been teaching swimming for over 28 years. I currently work in municipal aquatics with the City of Vancouver, where I coach and support swimmers, supervise instructors and lifeguards, and help maintain high standards for instruction and safety. I enjoy helping swimmers of

Teaching philosophy

I tailor every lesson to the individual swimmer. Some clients need patience and confidence-building, while others want stroke correction, better body position, efficiency, endurance or competitive improvement. I use my current coaching and instructional experience to identify small technical changes that can make a big difference. Lessons are posit

Teaching expertise

Intro to waterOvercoming fearPassing levelsStroke formAdapted aquaticsBody positionBreath controlKick techniqueEnduranceEfficiencyCompetition

Life after lessons

💪Fitness🛟Lifeguarding🤿Snorkeling🏆Swim Club

Accessibility

💙Autism Spectrum💚ADHD🙉Sensory issues👁️Vision impaired

A typical first lesson

Our first lesson starts with a relaxed conversation about your goals, previous swimming experience and comfort in the water. I’ll assess your current skills and technique, identify the areas where we can make the biggest improvements, and develop a plan around your goals. We’ll begin working on those priorities right away while keeping the lesson e


28 years experience

  • City of Vancouver

    Jun 1998 – Present

Where I teach

Surrey Panorama Ridge

30-31°C · 45ft long · 3ft to 10ft deep

A hidden neighborhood retreat, this bright indoor pool feels like a mini getaway. Sunlight pours through the large panel doors along one end, lighting up the sparkling blue water while giving swimmers a fun peek at the outdoors. The pool's gentle stair entry is perfect for toddlers easing into the water, and the gradual depth and long length allow everyone from beginners to confident swimmers to practice at their own pace. Just steps away, a newly renovated restroom, shower, and changing room make getting ready easy for parents juggling towels and goggles. Warm lighting, fresh facilities, and a welcoming atmosphere come together to create a safe, cheerful space where families and individuals can build skills, confidence, and happy memories in the water.

Pool access details are provided after you book.

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