Sydney Tisch

I have been a swim instructor for 9 years. I learned to swim by attending weekly swim lessons at Kent-Meridian pool. At the age of 15, I joined the swim team and became a swim instructor. Using my instructors as inspiration, I incorporated some of their teaching techniques into my own classes.

I work with swimmers of all ages and have a rigorous teaching style. I find that it lays out clear expectations and accelerates learning. Each class is structured to create a strong foundation so that advanced techniques can be added on, as the skill is mastered. Students are rewarded with “free time” at the end of each lesson if they stay focused, follow instructions, and try their very best.

I specialize in infant and toddler survival swim classes. Survival classes teach students how to recover if they suddenly find themselves in a body of water. Students learn specific life-saving techniques to calm themselves in stressful situations until help arrives. Water is deceivingly dangerous which is why water safety is a vital life skill.

I enjoy teaching and love to watch my younger students progression from tears to no fears in and around water.

Fun facts about me:

• Graduated Kent-Meridian HS in 2017
• Enlisted in the Navy but was discharged after 5 months due to injury
• I have a bengal cat named Boo who likes to go on walks and play fetch
• I love cars and like to modify my 1992 Mazda Miata for drifting and racing