Our Staff

Matthew Jensen

Owner

Driven by his experiences and a commitment to inclusivity, Matthew created a swim school where every swimmer can thrive.

Lynn Barnhart

General Manager

With over 10 years in the aquatics industry, Lynn ensures that all of our curriculum and staff are held to the highest standards.

Joe Tountas

Operations Manager

Our pool is our pride and joy, and Joe guarantees our facilities equipment is top of the line for the safety, cleanliness and learning of our students.

Finn Corbin

Instructor

Finnley started swimming at age seven and continued competitively through high school, reaching Nationals. When students feel unsure of a skill, Finnley provides positive encouragement and drills to help learn the skill and slowly introduce the swimmer to the water with toys and ensure the swimmer's safety verbally. 

Jackson Munday

Instructor

Jackson is a dedicated swim instructor with over five years of experience teaching individuals of all ages and skill levels. Passionate about water safety and aquatic fitness, he frequently works with beginners, competitive athletes, and individuals overcoming fear of the water, making each lesson adaptable and inclusive

Megan McGee

Instructor

Megan has a passion for all things water and has been teaching for nine years.

Megan enjoys teaching all levels but especially loves introducing new people to the sport of swimming. She specializes working with new swimmers and neurodivergent kids. 

OWEN WONG

Instructor

Owen is a highly skilled swim instructor with 7 years of experience in competitive swimming. Owen focuses on building confidence and skill in swimmers of all ages and abilities. He emphasizes proper technique, safety, and a positive mindset, creating a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to learn by doing.

Toby Lin

Instructor

Toby has been swimming competitively since he was eight years old for both club and high school teams. Toby started coaching in 2018 and has worked with swimmers of all skill levels. A key component in Toby’s teaching is communication. During his lessons, Toby likes to make sure the swimmer fully understands and master the skills before moving on.

Vincent Lau

Instructor

 Vincent has been swimming at since he was five years old. With nine years of competitive swimming and over five years of being a swim instructor Vincent has worked with all ages and skill levels. He specializes working with anyone who is nervous around the water. He focuses on ensuring that his swimmers always work towards having proper technique and form. 

Alina Orchard

Instructor

With over four years of competitive swimming and over three years of being a swim instructor Alina has experience teaching everyone from infants to competitive swim team level. Alina recognizes that each person’s goals are different when it comes to lessons, and no matter how big or small they may be, she is ready to coach them through it every step of the way.

Christine Nguyen

Instructor

Christine has been passionate about swimming since she was a child and has dedicated over 4 years to teaching others. By creating a relaxed, supportive environment, she ensures that students can overcome their anxieties and any fears. Her journey into teaching began from a very personal place—growing up, she was terrified of the water and didn’t know how to swim. This experience shaped her desire to help others who may feel the same fear or insecurity in the water.

Nathan Phan

Instructor

Nathan has been passionate about swimming since he started in the third grade. Over the years, he has developed a deep understanding of the sport, honing both his technical skills and his ability to connect with swimmers of all levels. Nathan helps each individual reach their full potential, whether they’re just learning to float or aiming to refine their strokes. 

Katie Tuohy

Instructor

Katie swam for several teams in Austin, Texas before completing her ten-year career at Colby College in 2022. She won a state championship title in 2018. She has five years of swim teaching and summer league coaching experience. Katie works hard to maximize time in the water and tries to make a teaching opportunity of every moment. 

Parth Shriram

Instructor

Parth is a passionate swim coach with over eight years of coaching experience. Parth started swimming at six months old and has competed in Junior Olympics and water polo. Parth's true calling is coaching, and he takes pride in helping swimmers unlock their full potential. Parth has worked with infants just starting in the water to adults looking to train for competitions.

Rina Yuan

Instructor

Rina is a student at the University of Washington, an experienced swim instructor with a deep background in competitive swimming. She has swam competitively for 8 years and has been teaching lessons for 4 years. Rina has instructed students of all ages in both private and public settings. She specializes in working with beginner-level children, where she creates a balanced environment of structure and fun.