The Kapiti Learn to Swim team
Mandi McKenzie
I’m Mandi Mckenzie and I would like to tell you a bit about myself, my history and how Kapiti learn to Swim evolved. I am a Kapiti Coaster born and bred! I married a Kapiti Coaster and have 4 children and numerous grandchildren. All of who are water babies.
I was a competitive swimmer throughout the late 60’s and 70’s and I came from a very aquatic orientated family. We all swam (some competitively) and 3 of us ended up teaching at Learn to Swim.
It has always been where I feel at home. Basically, being in the water and with children is my natural habitat. Kapiti Learn to Swim was conceived and born here on the Kapiti Coast back in October 1994. I was teaching swimming 15 years before then so already had a lot of experience and knowledge to build this business.
For many years now I have taught 1000’s of Kapiti Coasters (mostly) children and adults to swim. All of my time in the pool to date, working with families and children has meant my knowledge and confidence has grown to such an extent that it has been my compass for the business. It is very important that the swimming journey is an enjoyable journey for all our swimmers.
New Zealand's drowning rate is appalling. I believe water Safety should be ‘top of mind’ for every parent. Supervising and practising safe water practices we believe are our best defence to drowning.
I 100% believe in our program and I want to encourage you to jump on board and enjoy the ride.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
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I'm Jacqui, a mother of 4 busy children. Teaching the children of Kapiti the gift of swimming and water safety brings me joy and pleasure every time, I am very strongly driven by spreading the water safety message and working towards bringing our drowning statistics down. Installing confidence in children allowing them to reach their goals and dreams is priceless. We have a fabulous team spirit at KLTS and this shines through in all areas within our swim school....Love what you do and you never have to work a day in your life! Current first aid certificate.Swimming New Zealand early childhood certificate.National certificate in Early childhood education (L3).
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Louisa
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
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Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
I'm Poppy, I started teaching at Kapiti Learn To swim in 2019, being brought up around the pool I am very familiar with swim teaching. I currently teach preschoolers and the younger school aged children. I really enjoy knowing that I am making a difference in the children's lives. I hold a current first aid certificate.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
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Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hello everyone,
I'm Amanda, a 36 year old mother of four wonderful children. With five years experience teaching swimming lessons to babies, preschoolers and school-age kids, I discovered my passion while training at Pattison Swim School in Nelson. Transitioning to a larger swim school, CLM, I've immense joy in teaching and cherish the gratification that comes with this rewarding profession. Now, I feel totally lucky to have the opportunity to start working at Kaptit Swim School. I'm looking forward to meeting you and your amazing children soon and continuing to witness their progression into confident little swimmers.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi, Im Michaela Gray, I am a competitive swimmer for the local Raptors swim club. I am a previous student of Kapiti learn to swim and now feel honoured to give back to the community the skill of swimming.
I really enjoy teaching the children something I am passionate about.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
I’m Teressa, a mother of two teenagers who has recently moved to the area from Palmerston North.
I am a local dog groomer who is new to Kapiti Learn to Swim. I am really enjoying the connections with children and am excited to be part of their journey to become confident swimmers.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi, I'm Tiarna.
I have recently moved back to the coast and joined Kapiti learn to swim. I have previous experience in teaching swimming and have taught ages from pre school through to adults.
It's my goal to make children feel safe and confident in the water while also having fun.
I grew up swimming and have always enjoyed it. You will always catch me at the beach or river on a hot day.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Chloe
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi, I'm Summer and I have been a part of the Kapiti Learn to Swim staff since 2020. I used to swim competitively for the Raptors swim club and I really enjoy seeing others develop their own passion for swimming too. I also hold a current first aid certificate.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi, I'm Sam,
I learnt to swim here at Kapiti Learn to Swim, so I know the perspective of both student and teacher. I have four younger siblings and enjoy making up creative strategies to make learning fun for little kids. I assist with the toddlers and babies classes on Saturdays and teach my own classes on Thursdays, I love both so much and really enjoy my job. I live on the beach, near the pool, and have always loved swimming. I love being part of the Kapiti Learn to Swim team and am always keen to learn more!
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi I’m Stacey. I was a competitive swimmer as a teen and I taught swimming for a year years in early 2000s while I was at university. Now I am a Mum to 3 boys, and have recently returned to Kapiti after spending 10 years in Bay of Plenty. This year I’m back at University, studying to become a Primary School Teacher. I love seeing how happy swimmers are when something they have been working on finally ‘clicks’ and then their swimming really takes off!
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi. I'm Kimra and trained as a Primary School Teacher in the 90's. Teaching children I've been teaching swimming for about 16 years and have previously run two Swim Schools. Teaching children swimming is fun and I love seeing the progress they are making.
Current first aid certificate
Swimming NewZealand Early Childhood certificate
Swimming New Zealand Swim Teacher Award
Autsm Swim certificate
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi I’m Teigh
Swimming is in my blood! Originally a competitive swimmer back in South Africa, I now get to share my love for the water with my two kids at Kapiti Learn to Swim. Even with a full-time job keeping me busy, I always carve out time on Friday and Saturday afternoons to coach. It's incredibly rewarding to pass on my knowledge and see these young Kapiti Coast swimmers develop their skills. This feels like a great way to give back to our community and keep everyone safe in the water.
Kia ora everyone, I'm Louisa. Anything to do with water is my happy place, whether it's swimming, enjoying other water sports, or just taking a relaxing walk on the beach with my dog. I'm passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them to be safe around water. Swimming is such a vital and lifesaving skill! As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience in working with tamariki of all abilities. There is nothing more satisfying than the look of joy on a child's face while they learn, so I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe place where they can explore, grow, and thrive. Every splash is a step toward confidence and independence. It's a privilege to be part of the amazing swim team at Kapiti Learn To Swim and to be a part of your child's swim journey.
Hi, I'm Alex.
Recently I've become a mum to a beautiful baby girl who swims with Kapiti Learn to Swim. I'm new to the team (and the Kapiti Coast), but bring with me 8 years experience of teaching swimming as well as 5 years of specialising in working with children who have unique learning needs.
I teach all ages, babies to adults, and am passionate building rapport, being adaptable and passing on my love for swimming. I look forward to exploring the individual needs of every student and figuring out how to scaffold and support their success.
My qualifications are:
Graduate Diploma of TeachingBachelor of Arts with a double major in Education & Psychology and English LiteratureNational Certificate in Recreation and Sports (Aquatics) Swim Education Level 3Current First Aid Certifica