Gillian comes to Goldfish rich with athletic experience. She was a D1 swimmer for UMass, and has worked for both DC United and the Washington Football Team. She loves engaging with little swimmers and setting a new standard for swim lessons in Maryland! You can find Gillian welcoming you with a bright smile for your lesson!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Gillian?

• Color - purple
• Food - chicken wings
• Candy - Take 5
• Animal - giraffe

Certifications include: NSPF Certified Pool & Spa Operator, Ellis Certified Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid

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Brandon is a lover of all things sport! He comes to Goldfish with a background in Recreation and Aquatics Facility Management. His hobbies include soccer, soccer and more soccer. You can find him at the Front Desk assisting Members with bookings, in the water teaching all levels of our curriculum, and in the pump room ensuring that our state-of-the-art water purification system is in perfect working order! Certifications include: NSPF Certified Pool & Spa Operator, Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid

Camden is Maryland born and raised! He has previous work experience as a Sports Director and is a fellow swimmer himself! In his free time you will most likely find him enjoying the outdoors and playing sports. His favorite activities include wakeboarding, lacrosse, and boating.

Maria recently relocated from New York City where she managed children's programs including preschools, summer camps, and after school programs.  She has over 12 years of experience working with children of all ages, teaching subjects like dance, yoga, cooking, art and more!  Maria is committed to giving a golden experience to all our Goldfish families and can't wait to meet you!

Courtney is here to welcome everyone into Goldfish. Please stop by the front desk if you need any assistance at all and she will be happy to help answer any questions for you!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Courtney?

• Color - black
• Food - chicken pot pie
• Candy - lollipops
• Animal - cats and bats

Emily will be sure to welcome you with a bright smile every time you enter the facility! She is more than happy to answer any questions you may have while still making your kiddo smile. Make sure to stop by and wave hi to Emily! 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Emily?

• Color - purple
• Food - pasta
• Candy - gummy bears
• Animal - sloth

Kyle's genuine positivity is hard to miss! He aims to provide a seamless experience for all members and swimmers at the Front Desk. 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Kyle?

• Color - red
• Food - steak
• Candy - Reese's
• Animal - snake

Certifications include: First Aid, CPR/AED

Rick has been making a splash at the front desk with his bubbly personality and big smile! He loves to greet everyone as they come in the door and make sure they grab their weekly prize on their way out after lessons! Make sure you give Rick a big air high five next time you’re in for lessons.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Rick ?

• Color - blue
• Food - seafood
• Candy - Oreos
• Animal - my dog, Champ

Certifications include: First Aid, CPR/AED

Is it possible to stop smiling? Janice is proof that you can always have a smile on your face! Janice puts safety first both during her lessons and while guarding. Janice hopes to inspire all swimmers to work their hardest and be proud of themselves! 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Janice?

• Color - yellow
• Food - dino chicken nuggets
• Candy - Sour Patch Kids
• Animal - giraffe

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Justin's biggest focus is providing children the tools to succeed! There is nothing more that Justin loves more than to be able to graduate a swimmer to the next level. You can find Mr. Justin on the deck providing guidance and encouragement to all swimmers!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Justin?

• Color - red
• Food - pizza
• Candy - Reese's
• Animal - dog

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Madison is full of energy and positivity! She loves helping swimmer accomplish their goals or conquer their fears through encouragement and repetition. 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Madison?

• Color - purple
• Food - pasta
• Candy - Watermelon Sour Patch Kids
• Animal - lion

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Portia is full of happiness and positivity. She puts all of her focus on making each lesson fun and working on your little swimmer improving their skills!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Portia?

• Color - purple
• Food - cucumber kimchi
• Candy - Twix
• Animal - elephant

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Sonal has a contagious smile that she brings to every lesson that she teaches. She brings tons of experience lifeguarding and working with children of every level!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Sonal?

• Color - teal
• Food - tacos
• Candy - warheads
• Animal - fox

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Foster is happy to join us and help her swimmers grow and continue to succeed. She wants every swimmer to enjoy the water and feel comfortable in it!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Foster?

• Color - pink
• Food - noodles
• Candy - Reese's
• Animal - snow leopard

Iman comes from a competitive swimming background and lover of all sports. She loves to share that experience swimming with the kids she teaches.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Iman?

• Color - pink
• Food - pasta
• Candy - reeses
• Animal - elephant

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Jordan loves being in the water working with your swimmer. She hopes ever swimmer will have as much fun as her in the water.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Jordan?

• Color - pink
• Food - mac n cheese
• Candy - sour patch straws
• Animal - rabbit

Aishat can be seen on our pool deck guarding and keeping all the kids safe as well as hopping in the water and giving instruction too! She is excited to be a part of the Goldfish team.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Aishat?

• Color - teal
• Food -anything!
• Candy -sour patch watermelons
• Animal - elephant

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

It's hard to see Amelia without a smile on her face! Amelia is a perfect example of providing each swimmer with a GOLDEN experience! 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Amelia?

• Color - yellow
• Food - sushi
• Candy - Reese's
• Animal - dog

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Anna comes from a competitive swimming background and is excited to share that experience with all of her swimmers!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Anna?

• Color - blue
• Food - chick fil a
• Candy - sour patch kids
• Animal - dog

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Anthony's bubbly personality truly shows in his lessons and while guarding! He focuses on safety while still making sure all of his swimmers leave with a smile on their face!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Anthony?

• Color - blue
• Food - seafood
• Candy - wafer cookies
• Animal - dog

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Arianaz is very thoughtful and caring to her swimmers. But she is a huge motivator to not just her swimmers but her coworkers! 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Arianaz?

• Color - white
• Food - rice and chicken
• Candy - Lindt chocolate
• Animal - panda

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Autumn comes to us with a love for the water! You can find Autumn doing her best for your swimmer to have the most progress by having fun and providing big smiles during her lessons! Make sure to give her a big air high five when you see her.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Autumn?

• Color - pink
• Food - mac&cheese 
• Candy - Almond Joy
• Animal - cow

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Chad came to Goldfish already with a love of not only the water but lessons! Mr. Chad himself swims competitively and loves everything about swimming! He is great on instruction through example and focusing on each stroke.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Chad ?

• Color - red
• Food - pizza
• Candy - Snickers
• Animal - cat

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Charlee is a kind, caring and empathetic instructor. She listens to the needs and desires to her swimmers. She strives for swimmers to leave each lesson a little better than when they came that day.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Charlee?

• Color - blue
• Food - pizza
• Candy - Twix
• Animal - panda

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

You can find Jalen making a splash around the pool, encouraging smiles and fun during his lessons. But he also puts a lot of focus into the skills of each stroke! You get a fun and great instruction in his classes!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Jalen?

• Color - blue
• Food - sushi
• Candy - sour gummy worms
• Animal - liger

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Kristen is very outgoing! She will do almost anything to put a smile on her swimmer's face! She also is determined to provide an amazing lesson while keeping safety as a top priority.  

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Kristen?

• Color - blue
• Food - cava
• Candy - Crunch bar 
• Animal - lemur 

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

It is hard to find Letizia without a smile on her face! She is caring and compassionate towards all of her swimmers and always wants to see everyone do their best. Letizia will be sure to work hard on your swimmer's progress while always ensuring a fun lesson.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Letizia?

• Color - light purple
• Food - pizza
• Candy - Sour Patch Kids
• Animal - dog

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Liam is so excited to keep your swimmers safe in the water but to also hop in and teach them as well!

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Liam?

• Color - purple
• Food - spaghetti
• Candy - lollipop
• Animal - cat

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Lindsey has the most bubbly and kind personality! Her experience as an instructor has made her very thorough in teaching the different strokes and getting creative to help every swimmer flourish.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Lindsey?

• Color - light blue
• Food - chocolate chip pancakes
• Candy -Reese's
• Animal - elephant

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Nicole is full of smiles and positivity! You can see her giving great feedback to her swimmers each lesson to prove that small changes make a big difference! 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Nicole?

• Color - black
• Food - burritos 
• Candy - Oreos 
• Animal - sloth

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Patrick is definitely a kid at heart! He puts smiles and laughter into his lessons by his silly demeanor. However, Patrick also has a strong focus on the safety of his swimmers.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Patrick?

• Color - blue
• Food - pho
• Candy - Snickers
• Animal - red panda

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Riana comes to us from a background of teaching lessons both for swimming and dance! Be sure to let your swimmer to show their favorite dance move next time you see her! 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Riana?

• Color - coral
• Food - chocolate challah 
• Candy - cotton candy
• Animal - my dog, Missy

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Sherelle brings a bright light into our facility and is extremely loyal to her swimmers. She is an advocate for her swimmers to succeed and continue learning to become the best they can be.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Sherelle?

• Color - yellow
• Food - pizza
• Candy - Reese's
• Animal - koala

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Christopher's number one priority in our building is safety in and around the water! He exceeds all safety expectations to ensure a safe pool, where your swimmer can focus on the lesson and see extraordinary results. 

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Mr. Christopher?

• Color - orange
• Food - ice cream
• Candy - Hershey's dark chocolate
• Animal - turtle

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED

Julia came back to us after a brief hiatus! We are so excited to have Julia back on our team focusing on the safety of everyone in the facility! Please welcome back Julia with a big air high five.

Does your swimmer have any of the same favorites as Ms. Julia?

• Color - rainbow
• Food - noodles
• Candy - chocolate
• Animal - goat

Certifications include: Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED