Swim with Larissa M.

Teaches toddlers, children, teens, adults
300 DeliveredProven value🛟Lifeguarding💙Autism Spectrum

10 Reviews

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Mohid T.
February 2026
Larissa is a really great instructor and would highly recommend book in with her. My wife and I were beginnings and are surprised at how much progress we’ve made in such a short time. My wife is pretty scared of drowning and Larissa has been incredibly patient and accommodating, finding ways to help her mentally get over her fear.
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Assia S.
January 2026
I’m very grateful for Larissa i had an amazing experience. She made me feel comfortable and confident in the water from the very first lesson. Thanks to her patience, encouragement, and clear explanations, I was able to overcome my fear and actually start swimming. I truly appreciate her professionalism and positive attitude. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn how to swim in a safe and supportive environment.
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Irina K.
October 2025
We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Larissa! She’s amazing with young kids—patient, encouraging, and positive. She strikes the perfect balance between challenging them to improve and keeping lessons fun and engaging. My kids have gained so much confidence in the water thanks to her. Highly recommend her to any parent looking for a swim instructor who truly connects with children and helps them grow!
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Andreea A.
September 2025
Larissa has been an excellent instructor for my 9-year-old. She explained everything clearly, teaching my daughter what could help her improve her technique. She improved both her front and back stroke, helped her get more comfortable in the water, and taught her a lot of new skills, including breaststroke. The overall experience was fun, understandable, and gave my daughter a strong base and a lot of confidence. We will book Larissa again. Thank you, Larissa!
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Paul K.
July 2025
Larissa is an amazing trainer with a knack for breaking things down into easily digestible pieces, which is very helpful for a beginner like me. In one session we were going through a few different movements and Larissa provided great feedback and advice to better my technique.
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Darry A.
June 2026
Excellent! .Larissa is very professional. I recommend her 100%

About Larissa M.

Hi there! My name is Larissa. I bring over 9 years of experience in teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding. I’ve had the pleasure of instructing a diverse range of groups, from private sessions to classes with up to 10+ children, adults, and parent-tot pairs. I specialize in making lessons engaging by incorporating games, which not only makes learning more fun but also enhances comfort and confidence in the water. While working at the YMCA of Oakville, Aqua-tots and through private lessons, I developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student's needs, successfully advancing the swimming skills of over 2,000 students.

Life after lessons

🛟Lifeguarding

Accessibility

💙Autism Spectrum

Where I teach

DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Toronto

28-29°C · 42ft long · 3ft to 5ft deep

Nestled right in the heart of downtown Toronto, this warm pool is great for swimmers of all ages and abilities. Enjoy warm water, free wifi, and towel service. If you build up an appetite during your lesson, make sure you stop by the amazing Hemispheres Restaurant and Bistro for a bite!

Pool access details are provided after you book.

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