Our Team

Jodi Harrison

(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.

Lindsay Hansson

(Gen / Adults)

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

(Gen / Infant / Comp Strokes)

Clare is one of our long term instructors and we have seen her grow from a teenager to a wife and mum of three great kids.  She loves teaching and her students all love her.

Narelle Seymour

(Gen / Infants / Adults / Access & Inclusion / Comp Strokes / Bronze Lvl Coach)

Narelle has been hanging around pools all of her life and teaching swimming was the natural thing to do.  She’s warm and fuzzy and loved by all.

Kiba Hansson

Reception

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.

Krystal Robins

(Gen / Infants / Reception)

Krystal started here on Reception but was intrigued by the teaching side of things.  She has proven herself to be a real asset in the pool and is planning to expand her options in 2017 with an Infants qualification.

Rebecca Bannister

Reception

Rebecca is another local, ex-Ogilvie girl, who is currently studying Fine Arts (Painting) at Uni.  Her friendly smile and genuine warm welcome is there for all our visitors.

Nita Hadi

(General)

Nita comes to us from Indonesia by way of Sydney and is loving life with her partner Alex on their country block over Carlton River way.  Nita’s a real go-getter and was a former National Water Polo Player.  She has a great eye for spotting the little things that make all the difference in strokes and her enthusiasm is contagious.

Michelle Lockley

(Gen/Infants)

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.

Susan Foster

(General / Adults / Access & Inclusion)

Susan has been an integral part of our team since we first opened in 2000. Her firm but fair attitude is the perfect approach to teaching.

Erin Ramjan

(Gen / Infant / Comp Strokes)

Erin has recently abandoned Sydney for a better life in Hobart with her young son and is planning on settling in and becoming a local.  With a wealth of swim teaching experience, including time spent in the USA, Erin is well qualified and keen to be part of our Swim Central family.

Isabela Isidro

(Gen / Infant / Comp Strokes)

Isi comes to us from Brazil, by way of Sydney, where she has teaching swimming for a number of years.  Isi is very passionate about swimming, sport in general and the safety of children  Her enthusiasm and energy are contagious andshes a perfect fit for our Swim Central family.

Olivia Dorsett

(General)

Olivia may be young but she’s been the local babysitter for Seven Mile Beach since she can remember.  She’s passionate about the beach and the environment and is studying Psychology at Uni.  Add to that a great work ethic and a gentle yet enthusiastic approach to her classes, Olivia is shaping up to be a great teacher.

Rachel Apted

(General)

Rachel decided that a career change was on the cards and, with her passion for teaching children and her love of all things aquatic, Swim Teaching seemed to be the perfect match.  Previously working as a teacher’s assistant at a local Primary School, Rachel’s naturally bubbly personality and firm but fair approach to classes will make her a winner.  Rachel has three children and spends her spare time chasing them around.

Elia Moussally

(General)

Elia originates from Syria where he was both a competitive swimmer and coach to a local team.  He works for an NBN / Internet company weekdays, but his passion is swimming and this is obvious when you watch him at work with the kids.  His classes are full of great tips, inspirational corrections and loads of fun.  We are so happy to welcome him to our team.

Clare Athorn

(Gen / Infants)

Clare was another former student of Jodi’s who decided that this was a good life.  Now days she works full time as a Dental Assistant, but still grabs the chance to hop in the pool and help out when we are short of staff.

Georgina Ransley

(General)

Georgina was a member of Jodi’s first squad and has been hanging around the pool for a long time now.  These days she’s Nursing in Queenstown, but if she gets the chance to jump in and teach, she’s first on the list.

Jenny Harman

(Gen / Infants / Comp Strokes)

Jenny is mostly coaching these days but when we put out the call for assistance, she’s often quick to jump right back in.

Christian McCallum

(Gen / Comp Strokes) Relief

Christian started out as our “official” Pool Layabout (he had business cards to prove it) and gradually morphed into the teaching life.  He’s thorough and has a firm hand on the rowdiest class members.