Jacqui

Owner/Operator

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Hi, I’m Jacqui. I’m a proud mum of four busy children, and teaching the children of Kapiti the lifelong gift of swimming and water safety brings me joy every day.

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I am deeply passionate about water safety and strongly driven to help reduce drowning statistics by giving children the skills and confidence they need in the water. Watching children grow in confidence and achieve their goals is incredibly rewarding.

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I believe strongly in creating a positive team culture, and I’m proud of the supportive environment we have built at Kapiti Learn to Swim—it truly shines through in everything we do.

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I hold a Swimming New Zealand Early Childhood Certificate, and a National Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Level 3).

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“Love what you do and you never have

to work a day in your life.”

 

Louisa

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Kia ora, I’m Louisa. The water has always been my happy place—whether I’m swimming, enjoying water sports, or walking along the beach with

my dog.

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I’m passionate about sharing this love with our tamariki and helping them develop the skills they need to stay safe and confident in the water. As a qualified educator and social worker, I have extensive experience supporting children of

all abilities.

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I love seeing the joy on a child’s face as they learn and grow, and I strive to create a fun, encouraging, and safe environment where every swimmer can thrive.

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It’s a privilege to be part of the team at Kapiti Learn to Swim and to support each child on their swimming journey.

 

Poppy

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Hi, I’m Poppy. I’ve been teaching at Kapiti Learn to Swim since 2019 and have grown up around the pool, giving me a strong background in swim teaching.

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I specialise in working with preschoolers and younger school-aged children, helping them build confidence and develop essential water safety skills from an early age.

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I love knowing that I’m making a positive difference in children’s lives and supporting them as they grow in ability and confidence.

 

Megan

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Kia ora, I’m Megan. I first learned to swim here at Kapiti Learn to Swim, and it’s so special to now be part of the team as an instructor.

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My journey in the aquatic world began as a PADI Divemaster, where I developed a strong understanding of water safety and the importance

of building solid swimming foundations.

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I’m passionate about creating an engaging and supportive environment where students not only learn to be safe in the water, but also enjoy it. Helping children grow in confidence and develop

a love for swimming is what I find most rewarding.

 

Amanda

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Hi, I’m Amanda. I’m a proud mum of four and have over five years of experience teaching swimming to babies, preschoolers, and school-aged children.

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I discovered my passion for teaching while training at Pattison Swim School in Nelson and further developed my skills working at a larger swim school, CLM. I truly love what I do and find so much joy in helping children grow in confidence and ability in the water.

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It’s incredibly rewarding to watch each child progress and develop into a confident swimmer.

I feel very lucky to now be part of the team at Kapiti Learn to Swim and look forward to meeting you and your children.

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Michaela

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Hi, I’m Michaela. I’m a competitive swimmer with the local Raptors Swim Club and a proud former student of Kapiti Learn to Swim.

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It’s an honour to now be teaching and giving back to the community by helping children learn such an important life skill.

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I’m passionate about swimming and love sharing that passion with young learners, helping them build confidence and develop their skills in the water.

Teigh

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Hi, I’m Teigh. Swimming has always been a big part of my life—I was a competitive swimmer in South Africa and continue to share that love of the water with my own children here at Kapiti Learn to Swim.

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Alongside a full-time role, I teach part-time and find it incredibly rewarding to support young swimmers as they develop their skills and confidence in

the water.

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I’m passionate about passing on my knowledge, helping children stay safe, and giving back to the Kapiti Coast community.

 

Mae

 

Hi, my name is Mae, and I began my swimming journey at Kapiti Learn to Swim. It’s a privilege to now return as an instructor and give back to the programme that first introduced me to the water.

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Having grown up swimming at the beach, I’ve developed a strong connection to the ocean. Over the past five years, I’ve also served as a surf lifeguard at Paekākāriki Surf Club, where I’ve been committed to helping keep our beaches safe.

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I’m passionate about giving children the same positive experience I had when learning to swim, and about helping them build essential water safety skills and confidence.

 

Jessamy

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Bio coming soon.

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Jasmine

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Hi, I’m Jasmine. I’ve recently joined the team at Kapiti Learn to Swim as a swim teacher. I love working with kids and making a positive difference in their lives, and I enjoy helping people build confidence in the water.

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When I’m not swim teaching, I’m involved in the community as a firefighter and am currently training for the police.

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Millie

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Hi, I’m Millie. I have four siblings, so I’ve grown up around children and really enjoy working with kids. I’m passionate about teaching and learning, and I love the outdoors and sport.

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I have achieved both my Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards. I learned to swim at Kapiti Learn to Swim, so I’m excited to begin my journey as a swim teacher and help others build confidence in the water.

 

Stacey

 

Hi, I’m Stacey. I was a competitive swimmer as a teenager and taught swimming for a year in the early 2000s while I was at university. I’m now a mum to three boys and have recently returned to Kapiti after spending 10 years in the Bay of Plenty.

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This year, I’m back at university studying to become a primary school teacher. I love seeing the moment when something a swimmer has been working on finally “clicks” — it’s amazing to watch their confidence grow and their swimming really take off!

Alice

 

Hi, I’m Alice. I enjoy working with children and love helping them build confidence and learn new skills in a fun, supportive environment. I’ve always loved being outdoors and in the water, so being able to combine that with working with kids is really important to me.

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Having previously been a student at Kapiti Learn to Swim, I understand how important it is to feel comfortable and safe while learning. It’s incredibly rewarding to return as a teacher and give back by helping the next generation become confident swimmers and enjoy the water just as much as I do.

 

Leanne

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Hi, I’m Leanne. You’ll find me at reception, where I enjoy welcoming and assisting our families and supporting our teaching team. I also teach our pre-school swimming classes.

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I’m a mum of three, and all of my children learned to swim at Kapiti Learn to Swim. Having a son on the autism spectrum has given me valuable insight into understanding and supporting children with different learning needs, including those on the spectrum.

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It's really exciting when swimmers build confidence and trust in you and I'm proud to be part of their learn to swim journey.

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Kate

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Hi, I’m Kate. You’ll find me at the reception desk, assisting both our families and our teaching team.

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I’m a mum of three sons who have all learnt to swim at Kapiti Learn to Swim.

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I have a background in administration and love working with children and adults in a community-focused environment.

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If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to come and see me—I’m always very happy to help and would love to meet you.

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