Swim with Piri R.

Teaches children, teens, adults
8 Yrs TeachingProven valuePassing levels🛟Lifeguarding

Aquatics Specialist with 1,000+ lessons delivered over 8 years


About Piri R.

Hi! I'm Piri, an Aquatics Program Specialist with the YMCA of Greater Toronto. Beyond teaching, I help oversee swim programming and train instructors. I love working with beginners, nervous swimmers, and anyone looking to improve their technique. I'm passionate about helping swimmers achieve goals they never thought possible.

Teaching philosophy

Every swimmer learns differently, so I tailor every lesson to your individual needs. By identifying the skills that need the most attention, I create focused lessons that build confidence, improve technique, and accelerate your progress. Every lesson is designed to be challenging, encouraging, and rewarding.

Teaching expertise

Intro to waterOvercoming fearPassing levels

Life after lessons

💪Fitness🛟Lifeguarding

A typical first lesson

Our first lesson starts with understanding your goals, experience, and comfort level before completing a personalized skill assessment. From there, we'll begin personalized coaching right away, and you'll leave with clear feedback and customized drills to practice between lessons, so every lesson builds on the last.


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.

Map of the area around DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Toronto
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