Rachel is The Collegiate Pool Facilitator and her dedication and expertise make her an invaluable asset to our swimming program. With over 20 years of experience in the Collegiate Pool learn-to-swim program, she is committed to providing a quality program that caters to swimmers at every level, from beginners to seniors. Rachel's coaching experience at the Australian national level has resulted in numerous swimmers competing at the final level and winning Age National medals. When she's not on the pool deck, Rachel loves spending quality time with her family, enjoying the beach, and taking leisurely walks.
Sophie previously swam with the HC swim club and has returned to collegiate to share her passion and knowledge of swimming to others. In her free time she loves to play hockey and AFL.
Grace is an enthusiastic swim teacher. Grace enjoys travelling with friends and keeping active.
Harry has over 20 years experience in the aquatic industry. He is a former water polo player, having represented Queensland in the sport. He has worked with swimmers from the age of three years through to national level swimmers. In his spare time, Harry enjoys spending time with his grandchildren.
Liesl is passionate about surf lifesaving. As well as being a swim teacher Liesl is also a teacher assistant and enjoys working with children.
Sienna is a former competitive swimmer with HC Swim Club, who has continued to share her love of the sport through teaching. Sienna is currently studying medicine and in her free time enjoys remaining active, travelling and going bushwalking.
Ben is a competitive swimmer, training with the HC swim club and competing interstate in Victoria. He teaches a variety of classes during the week including our popular adolescent learn to swim classes. Ben enjoys developing his swimming and teaching skills, as well as surfing in his free time.
Lara is a competitive swimmer, having recently competed at the Victorian Age Championships. She loves getting to share her knowledge and passion for swimming with others. Outside of the pool, Lara enjoys hanging out with friends. She is studying at school and is hoping to study physiotherapy in university.
Rosie has recently returned to the Collegiate Pool, having trained previously with HC Swim Club, as a learn to swim teacher. She enjoys getting to pass on the skills she has learnt through swimming to others. In addition to this, Rosie is a competitive diver, having represented Tasmania a number of times.
Jessalyn is a high level swimmer having won medals at the New Zealand Championships and competing at a national level. She enjoys travelling, having recently travelled South East Asia and is studying nursing at university.
Harley enjoys teaching learn to swim and getting to connect with the children, watching their skills develop. Outside of the pool Harley enjoys playing hockey.
Tess has been a competitive swimmer training with HC Swim Club for 12 years and competing at a national level. She enjoys working with swimmers to achieve their goals, whatever they may be. During the week you will normally see Tess working at the Pool Office.
Sam has recently relocated from Victoria bringing with him a wealth of experience. Sam is a former member of the Australian swim team and is an Advanced Coach. Sam works closely with Rachel and our learn to swim staff to assist with the transition from learn to swim to squad swimming. In his free time Sam enjoys going to the gym and has an extensive collection of vinyl records.
Abbey loves the water and is passionate about teaching swimming, in her spare time enjoys teaching dancing and playing netball.
