Jodi Harrison
Swim Teacher (Gen / Infants / Adults / Access & Inclusion / Comp Strokes)
Jodi has been in pools for over half a century (that explains the wrinkles) and still has that undeniable passion for teaching people this important life skill. Jodi was a regular speaker on the Swim Australia circuit, traveling Australia wide talking to other instructors, and has released two books about Teaching Swimming.
In 2021 Jodi was awarded the highest honour, Diamond Recognition by Swim Australia for her services, dedication and passion for Learn to Swim.
Lindsay Hansson
Swim Teacher General / Infants / Adults & AUSTSWIM Presenter
Lindsay got dragged into this from his other life as a First Aid Instructor. He’s got a real talent for passing on information and getting the best out of his students.
Clare Hugo
Swim Teacher General / Infants / Access & Inclusion / Comp Strokes
Clare has been part of the Swim Central team for almost 20years now. We have watched her and her kids grow up in our Centre, and learn to swim beside her. She has a passion for teaching kids to be confident in the water, and all her students love her.
Claire Hill
Swim Teacher Gen / Infants / Reception
Claire started out on Reception and has expanded to Swim Teaching, which she is very passionate about. Her bubbly personality will win hearts for sure.
Kiba Hansson
Office Manager
Kiba has been around the pool since he was a toddler and loves to run a tight ship. You’ll probably speak to him if you call up to enquire about lessons.
Elliott Chipman
Swim Teacher
Elliott is a former student of Swim Central and a big fan of our program. Currently Elliott is studying at Uni and teaching a couple of shifts each week in the pool.
Jo Witzerman
Swim Teacher Gen / Reception
Jo is at old hand at wrangling children, having worked as an Early Childhood Educator for almost 20 years and running her own Cheer Club. Her no-nonsense approach, years of experience and love of the little ones with prove popular with everyone!
Isabelle Bruckner
Swim Teacher
Issy is a former swimmer from the “big island” who found herself in Hobart at UTas. She is a very dedicated teacher who lights up when she is in the pool.
Michelle Lockley
Swim Teacher Gen / Infants / Reception
Michelle is like part of the family here at Swim Central. She started out as a parent in Water Babies classes and decided to expand her horizons and did her Austswim course. She is an exceptional instructor, especially with her small pool classes. She is talented, inventive and loves all her kiddies and families.
Michelle was awarded the Tasmanian AUSTSWIM Infant Teacher of the Year in 2023 – what a superstar!
Jade Polanowski
Swim Teacher General
Jade is new to teaching but a former competitive swimmer with a passion for the water and for children. I’ve been informed that this young mother of two has direct connections to Santa and can hook you up with a real Christmas Tree from her farm!
Eszter Kolozs
Swim Teacher – Gen
Eszter is a young mum who lives locally and previously worked as a Swim Teacher overseas. She is excited to have moved back to a job she is passionate about and to be part of the Swim Central team.
Scott Bowers
Trainee Swim Teacher
A former competitive and open water swimmer, originally from Lismore NSW, Scott was semi-retired and decided to take advantage of his spare time and follow a passion to become a Swim Teacher. We’re loving his enthusiasm and fresh approach and are enjoying having him as part of our team.
Oscar Fitzpatrick
Swim Teacher / Reception
Oscar has had a connection with Swim Central since he was a toddler in our LTS classes. And started as a Desk Assistant when 14. Most recently Oscar completed his AUSTSWIM training and is now a Swim Teacher. Super proud of this one!
Felicity Carter
Relief Swim Teacher
Felicity also learned to swim with us and has grown into her role as one of our best Swim Teachers. Busy with her uni life, we tend only to see Flick on weekends or on the occasional relief shifts.
Katherine Morrison
Swim Teacher & Coach
Katherine learned to swim here and is very familiar with our centre. She went on to swim competitively and is still a regular in the pool. We think Katherine is an awesome teacher and great mentor.
Brightie Gamble
Trainee Swim Teacher / Reception
Brightie by name and brightie by nature – you are going to love her youth, passion and enthusiasm in the pool and on the desk. Another former swimmer, Brightie is loving this career change and all it offers.