Meet the Instructors
Maureen
Owner & Sr Instructor
With over 10 years of aquatic experience, Maureen founded CWSS with the goal of providing high-quality swimming lessons tailored to each student. She recognized the challenges families face when registering for public swim lessons and saw that the quality of instruction often fell short. Maureen believes that swimming is an essential life skill that everyone deserves to learn and hopes that the team at CWSS can teach the entire Lower Mainland how to swim! Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or a seasoned swimmer looking to refine your technique, our highly trained instructors have a wide range of tools to help you reach your goals!
Fun fact: Maureen used to compete at a
National level for Olympic Weightlifting!
Hannah
Instructor | Richmond,
Delta, Vancouver
Hannah is a bubbly instructor that brings energy, patience, and a love of the water to every class. Having grown up swimming in both the pool and ocean, she was inspired to share that passion through teaching. Hannah has experience working with swimmers of all ages, ranging from tots and preschoolers to teens and adults, and adapts each lesson to the needs of the individual. She has also worked with children with diverse physical and cognitive abilities, creating inclusive, supportive environments where every swimmer can thrive. Her top priority is ensuring that learning to swim is fun, safe, and confidence-building. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your techniques, Hannah is excited to help you reach your goals!
Fun fact: Hannah is trained as a paramedic!
Hailee
Jasmine
Instructor | Vancouver & Burnaby
Like many in her family, Hailee has been a swim instructor and lifeguard for over 6 years. She has taught a wide range of students, from kids to adults, and even future lifeguarding candidates. She adapts well to each swimmer's needs and can create creative solutions to problems as they arise. Hailee wasn't always a fish, so she understands the fear of the water and can help swimmers conquer their anxieties from an empathetic perspective. Despite her fear as a kid, she has since become swimming's biggest fan, and is passionate about water safety, its use for physical therapy, and its many other benefits. Her passion for aquatics has even infiltrated her education, where she animated an original short film called How Do You Swim. She's excited to see you at the pool!
Fun fact: Hailee really enjoys anime!
Instructor | Surrey, Coquitlam, New West
Jasmine has been swimming since she was six months old and often jokes that she is part mermaid. With a lifelong love of the water, she took the next step in her journey by becoming a swim instructor. Jasmine has experience teaching both group and private lessons and enjoys adapting her approach to meet the unique needs of each swimmer. She brings passion, energy, and patience to every lesson, striving to make swimming a fun and positive experience. Jasmine focuses on building trust and confidence first, using creative activities and clear skill progressions to help swimmers feel comfortable while developing strong, safe techniques and a lifelong love of the water.
Fun fact: Jasmine is a competitive volleyball player!
Anastasia
Instructor | Burnaby & Vancouver
Anastasia has been part of aquatics for over 5 years, as a swim instructor, life saving instructor, lifeguard and swimmer at a competitive level! She has taught both in private and public settings in Toronto and is excited to share her skills in the Lower Mainland! She loves the water and has been swimming since she was just a tiny tot. Having recently graduated with bachelors in Film Studies and English, Anastasia is a very creative person who loves to bring that side of her to all the lessons she teaches. Her teaching style is focused on having fun, being safe and making sure each student feels valued in her class. Anastasia is determined to help her students develop and reach their personal swimming goals whether it be getting your face in the water for the first time or improving your stamina so you can make the distance. She is dedicated to building each student's confidence and working with their individual needs!
Fun Fact: Anastasia is a screenwriter and has written and produced several short films.
Alexa
Instructor | Vancouver
Alexa has a strong background in aquatics, with experience as both a lifeguard and swim instructor. She began as a synchronized swimmer at the age of 9, and now shares her passion for the water by teaching others. Alexa has taught swimmers of all ages, from toddlers who are entering into the water for the first time, to adults who are overcoming fear of the water. She is known for her patience, creativity, and ability to make lessons both fun and safe. By tailoring each session to her swimmers’ ability, Alexa helps build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills in the water. Her goal is to create a positive environment where every swimmer feels supported and motivated to succeed!
Fun fact: Alexa enjoys exploring the outdoors and traveling around the world, with one of her favorite experiences was hiking in Honduras!
Jurrell
Sophie
Sr Instructor | Vancouver, Burnaby
North/West Van, Surrey, Richmond
Jurrell has been coaching swimming for over 15 years, working with swimmers of all levels across Toronto and Vancouver. He has led numerous Aquatic Leadership courses in the Bronze Medal Award system and coached several competitive swim teams. In his youth, Jurrell trained alongside athletes who later swam for Swimming Canada. He holds a degree in Outdoor Recreation and Leisure Studies from Brock University, which supports his well-rounded, inclusive approach to programming. With over 20 years of experience in childcare, he has worked in non-profits, community centres, and private institutions, supporting residential camps, day camps, and sports programs like tennis and soccer. Known for his active and engaging style, Jurrell brings energy and enthusiasm to every program, creating environments that foster confidence, growth, and a lasting connection to movement and play.
Fun Fact: Jurrell is a part time musician and is starting to DJ as well!
Instructor | Vancouver
Sophie started her swimming journey as a competitive swimmer at age 10 and went on to earn gold and silver at the BCSSA Provincial Championships. While still competing, she began teaching swimming and lifeguarding in early 2022. Since then, she has worked with swimmers of all ages and skill levels, combining her experience with a thoughtful and engaging approach. She’s currently at university studying to become a teacher and brings that same passion for learning into every lesson. Her teaching style focuses on creating a fun, supportive, and safe environment where swimmers feel confident to make mistakes, try new things, and build strong swimming skills. She loves helping each swimmer progress at their own pace and develop a positive relationship with the water!
Fun Fact: Sophie loves camping and spending time outdoors!
Ella
Instructor | New West, Burnaby, Surrey
Adorned in fabulous water wings, Ella began swimming at a young age in her Nona’s backyard pool. She even tried the swim team one year! Her love for the water stayed strong that she became a lifeguard and swim
instructor in her hometown, Trail, BC! After moving to the city, she’s excited to offer personalized lessons for every swimmer. Her goal is to make each lesson fun and full of laughter. Using creative games, she teaches swim skills naturally, so swimmers learn while having a great time. Ella works well with nervous swimmers, using patience and purposeful techniques to build confidence. She can’t wait to see you in the water!
Fun fact: Ella is in school to be an Esthetician!
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Raveen
Instructor | Langley, Surrey, Burnaby, Abbotsford
Raveen has been in love with the water since she was five years old, whether she's swimming laps as her favorite form of cardio or enjoying a peaceful swim in a lake. A dedicated swimmer and certified National Lifeguard, one of her proudest aquatic achievements was completing her 400m swim in an impressive 7 minutes.
Her drive and strong work ethic carry over into everything she does, including being the first person in her family to attend a recognized university, where she studies Criminology with aspirations of pursuing law. Outside of the pool, Raveen loves spending quality time with family and friends, staying active, and challenging herself to learn new skills, like experimenting with new recipes and painting.
Jaime
Instructor | Coquitlam, New West, Burnaby
Jaime has been swimming since she was one years old, practically born ready for the water! After five years of lessons and many more swimming recreationally and snorkelling, she became an instructor to share her love of the water. Experienced in group and private lessons, Jaime brings a warm, encouraging approach to every class. Her work as a lifeguard, camp counsellor, and out-of-school care leader has given her a natural ability to help children feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn. She uses creative activities and playful games to keep swimmers engaged while building strong skills.Her background in team sports adds energy, enthusiasm, and teamwork. Above all, she wants every swimmer to feel safe, supported, and proud of their progress!
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