Book Private Swimming Lessons with Coach Sher'Rele
Patient, nurturing swim coach for young beginners
Patient, nurturing swim coach for young beginners
I specialize in teaching young beginner swimmers, particularly ages 1–5, with a strong focus on water safety, confidence building, and foundational swim skills. My coaching style is patient, structured, and encouraging, creating a calm and supportive environment where children feel secure while learning. I am actively refining my technique through continued swim training and professional development. As I expand my expertise, I am preparing to confidently coach older children and teens while maintaining the same emphasis on safety, skill progression, and positive reinforcement.
Riverdale, MD
Available: Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat
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Weekly Availability
Monday
Unavailable
Tuesday
10:15 PM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday
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Thursday
10:15 PM - 2:00 AM
Friday
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
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Get to know Coach Sher'Rele
About Me:
I am a patient and nurturing swim instructor with experience coaching young beginner swimmers, primarily ages 1–5. I competed in swimming as a child and have always had a strong respect for water safety and technique. I am currently continuing my development through adult swim training and professional growth opportunities to strengthen my form, endurance, and instructional ability. I believe swimming is both a life skill and a confidence builder, and I take that responsibility seriously.
How I can help you improve your game:
I focus on strong fundamentals first — breathing control, body positioning, kicking mechanics, and water confidence. For young swimmers, I build comfort and reduce fear while gradually introducing structured skill progression. I emphasize repetition, encouragement, and correction in a way that builds confidence rather than pressure. My goal is to create a solid technical foundation that allows swimmers to grow safely and confidently.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Sessions begin with a short warm-up to build comfort in the water. We then focus on one or two key skill areas (such as kicking, floating, breath timing, or arm coordination) using guided drills and repetition. I provide hands-on instruction, immediate feedback, and positive reinforcement. We close with a confidence-building activity or skill review, so swimmers leave feeling accomplished and motivated.
Career summary and accomplishments:
• Competitive swim experience during childhood • Swim Coach for children ages 1–5 (2024) • Completed Swim America education program • Lifeguard development and water safety trained • Ongoing adult swim training for continued technique refinement • Experience working with young children in structured learning environments • Committed to continuous professional growth in aquatics and coaching
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had emphasized discipline, repetition, and mental strength while still encouraging growth. He taught me that strong fundamentals, discipline, and consistency are what create long-term progress — lessons I now apply in my own coaching style.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Safety is always my first priority. I am patient, attentive, and observant, especially with young swimmers who are still developing comfort in the water. I communicate clearly with parents about progress and areas of growth. I am continuously improving my own skills so I can expand my coaching ability and eventually work with older age groups as well. My goal is to help swimmers build confidence, discipline, and a lifelong respect for the water.
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