Swim with Samantha S.

Teaches toddlers, children, teens, adults
400 DeliveredProven valueIntro to water👯Synchro💙Autism Spectrum

Former member of Canada's National Synchronized Swimming Team, certified swim instructor and National Lifeguard with 25+ years in aquatics.


15 Reviews

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Lucie B.
June 2026
Hi Sam, thank you so much again for being so awesome with Annie!😊 We’ll keep in touch! Lucie
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Salwa Z.
May 2026
Very sweet instructor and made us feel comfortable! Was very helpful
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Tina W.
May 2026
Samantha was great with my son. He does not feel very comfortable in the water, but she was incredibly patient with him and tried many different approaches to help him feel more at ease. Despite not liking the water, he was giggling the whole time. We really appreciated her calm and supportive approach.
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Meryl R.
May 2026
Sam has been fantastic at getting our 7 year old excited about swimming. She is patient and encouraging, and has made lessons something he now looks forward to.
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Lorena C.
February 2026
I’ve learned the basics like blowing bubbles, proper breathing technique , step by step how to do front and back glides, kicking, and I achieved great confidence in the water because she made it enjoyable and fun. Thanks Sam!
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Millie W.
September 2025
She is really helping my daughter improve and become more confident in the water.

About Samantha S.

I have over 25 years of experience in aquatics, including time on Canada's National Synchronized Swimming Team. I'm a certified Swim Instructor and National Lifeguard, and I'm also a mother of two young children, which shapes how I connect with the families and swimmers I work with.

Teaching philosophy

Being a mother of two young children has deepened my patience and given me a supportive, attentive approach to teaching. I adapt to swimmers of all ages and levels, drawing on 25+ years in and around the pool to make every lesson safe and effective.

Teaching expertise

Intro to waterOvercoming fearStroke formBody positionBreath controlKick technique

Life after lessons

👯Synchro

Accessibility

💙Autism Spectrum

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Where I teach

Residence Inn Vancouver

30-31°C · 32ft long · 3ft to 5ft deep

Centrally located downtown, the Residence Inn features a shallow pool and natural light ideal for kids and beginner adult lessons. Enjoy lounge seating in a comfortable environment with an outdoor view, complimentary towel-service, on-deck showers, and a hot tub for swimmers to warm up in.

Pool access details are provided after you book.

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