“Helping our community with expanding knowledge in water safety”
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Private lessons don’t see anything available online please contact the office.
Private or semi private open lessons have no min or max on bookings. this can be done online however if nothing is available, we do book these through the office. (Five sessions must be booked at one time in order to receive the 5% discount. you can have different students each booking)
Private or semi private closed lessons are able to be invoice once per month, if your booking for the season. Email the office and ask about closed private lessons. (Private lesson time slots can be divided however, we encourage these to occur on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. As this will have the most even amounts shared month to month.
May-August-Summer season
September-February Fall-Winter season
March-June-Spring season
Owner & CEO
Devonne
Devonne has been teaching swimming lessons for over 12 years. She is one of the creators or Water Waves. She has worked will loads of different learning challenges her experience of Behavior Interventionist and swimming have combined to help everyone learn to swim. She coached with special Olympics and BC autism association.
“I have taught many children how to swim over the years, Nothing is better then the feelings of excitement as a child who is struggleing accomplishes their goals. You are never to old to learn. “ Devonne
Instructor: Kai
Kai is a Jr. instructor he was certified by our water waves staff. Our students have been loving attending lessons with Kai. He has a true gift for teaching. We love watching him help his students Excel in their swimming lessons! You haven't booked a lesson with Kai he is working 4 days a week with us!
Away for school leave starting June 9,2023
Currently looking for a new team member
$18.75-$30.00 Based on years of experience & level of working independence.
Qualifications must have a minimum of two years experience coaching or teaching swimming lessons
Hold all certifications
*Standard first aid level CCPR
*Swimming Instructor certification
*either NL pool or NL waterfront must be current.
We are looking for a motivated individual capable of working independently. We are swimming company and Most of our hours are swimming lessons and prep time. However we do get lifeguard bookings so may be asked.
We teach throughout the entire valley teach throughout the entire valley and are constantly looking to expand, if you are an instructor based out of another city. We may look into contract work if you are interest.
We would handle all insurance, certifications, lessons supplies, lessons equipment etc, you would be responsible for attending your classes and paying for any travel fees depending on job and services.
Currently looking for
Seasonal: June Monday-Friday 9-2:00 pm & July/August 12:00-8:00 pm
Year round staff: Monday/ Wednesday 4:00-8:00 pm & Friday 4:00-8:00 Pm
Owner & CAO
Micaela
Micaela has work in the Okanagan valley and is the other creature of Water Waves. Micaela has a talent for making Learning to swim exiting and fun. Children are always exited to have she as their teacher. This is no surprise as Micaela has worked hard to growth her training as a Lifeguard & Swimming Instructor and is not mentoring our youth if becoming swimming instructor and Lifeguards them selves.
“Learning how to swim is a skill everyone should learn, no matter your age.”
Micaela
Instructor: Morgan
Morgan is always a joy to see teaching, She has the children focused and engaging in her lessons. she works hard to make sure her students are reaching their goals and having fun.
Currently teaching in the valley until August 24,2024
On call Instructor: Belize
Belize has worked at Penticton pool teaching in the Okanogan for the past 6 years. She is exited to start teaching again! you can book with her Monday to Friday.
“ I love making learning fun for everyone. I am am very patient and like finding new ways to teach. I feel that living where we live, swimming is a essential skill to have and a source of enjoyment.”
