SWIMMING SAFARI SWIM SCHOOL, INC.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

are trained for over 30 hours in and out of the water, including written exams, in the pool exams and have earned their American Red Cross CPR and First Aid. Our instructors are all experienced, affectionate and caring specialists who have the passion for teaching swimming and helping to make sure our children are safe. We specialize in small group instruction (4:1 ratio), private (1:1) and semi-private lessons (2:1). Keeping our classes small enables our instructors to work individually with each child. Working in small classes helps students to learn from each other. Swimming is our ONLY business! We demonstrate it every day by teaching a young child to swim appropriately or a teenager about swimming safety and even an adult who wants to make their time or technique a little better or just learn the basics. We do it all! We understand swimming completely because that’s the only thing we do! We are the “Specialists” in Swim Instruction. Expert lessons provided by a highly trained (over 30 hours), enthusiastic, and energetic staff member of swim instruction professionals. Our Mission: To provide every student with the skills needed to become Safe, Happy, and Confident, in the water. My 5 year old son had his first class last Tuesday. He has global apraxia, SPD and extreme anxiety in new situations and had been telling me all morning that he didn't think he could do it. When we got there he clutched my hand with a death grip and wouldn't go with the nice girl at the front desk so I walked him into the pool area over to his instructor. I had to peel him off of me as he screamed "I want my mommyyyyyy!" And practically tossed him into the instructors arms, who took him like a pro. I didn't look back. This was the scenario I had envisioned, but he has to learn to swim. He loves the water and needs to be safe in it. I sat down and looked through the glass, expecting him to be collapsed on the sideline in a pool of tears, but to my surprise he was already smiling. He smiled and laughed through the whole class, swam back and forth and even jumped in and went under. He LOVED it and and my eyes were literally filled with tears of joy (and relief!) at seeing him so happy. Thank you to the front desk staff and the instructor (Kyle) for making our first experience with Swimming Safari a great one! Hi, My name is Joani Maskell, but everyone calls me “Ms. Joani.” I am so excited to be part of a terrific team to help keep Jacksonville safe by teaching all to learn to swim. Our instructors are all dedicated and also very thrilled to be able to help the children in our communities learn to swim. Every time I get in the water with a child or adult, I am very honored that they have put their faith in me to be able to help them on the journey of learning to swim. For me, it’s always a wonderful and challenging experience, and I look forward to every single day! Hi! My name is Casey Del Prete, and I have had the joy of working at Swimming Safari since April of 2011 when I started as an instructor. Since starting at Swimming Safari I have received my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of North Florida. Go Ospreys! I do the majority of my work at Swimming Safari in the office and behind the scenes. Occasionally I get the opportunity to sneak away to the pool to teach some lessons. I truly enjoy passing on my love for the water to students of all ages. I hope to have the opportunity to help your swimmer become Safe, Confident, and Comfortable in the water. My name is Sara and have been living in Jacksonville for twelve years. I’ve been swimming for as long as I can remember and have been on swim teams my whole life. I’ve had years of experience working in Daycares and helping children swim. It’s very enjoyable to see our youth constantly learning. I work at the Front Desk and in the water, chances are I will see or talk to all of you. This is my favorite part of swimming safari, being so hands-on in every aspect of making your lessons enjoyable! Hi! My name is Caitlin. I have been born and raised in Jacksonville, FL. I enjoy baking, exercising, and scuba diving. I learned to swim at a very young age and spent the majority of all of my summers in the water. I was on a swim team from 7th to 12th grade. I find being in the water and teaching students to swim very rewarding. I cannot wait to help each student reach their goals in the water! Hey there! My name is Keilyn. I learned to swim when I was still in diapers, and been drawn to the water ever since. I was on my high school varsity swim team and will continue to compete throughout my college career at the University of North Florida. Not only do I have a love for swimming, but also for teaching, whether it is adults or children of all ages. Swimming Safari has given me the opportunity to do the all the things I am passionate about. I am eager to share my experience and will strive to help every student become a safe and confident swimmer!” My name is Cassidy. I have been living in Jacksonville for the past 5 years, originally from New Hampshire. I graduated from Jacksonville University with a BS in Exercise Science. I love swimming and can’t wait to help teach your child to become a safer and stronger swimmer. Hi, my name is Brian! I attend FSCJ and major in Business Administration. I have lived in Atlantic Beach my entire life and have spent as much time as possible in the ocean and pools. My goal is to teach your children how to be safe swimmers and also make them the best swimmers possible. Hi! My name is Michaela. I was born and raised here in Jacksonville, Florida. I have been swimming ever since working with kids for the past 3 years as a life-guard. So, safety is very important to me. I hope my love of water will inspire and help the kids become amazing swimmers! Hello! My Name is Christopher, I’m 19 and I have been raised in Florida most of my life. I have been a part of Flagler Beach Ocean Rescue for 2 years and help with the Junior Guard program, which helps kids learn the abilities to become a lifeguard. I’m currently perusing a Bachelor’s in Criminology at UNF. I as a result of my life guarding background I have become very passionate about teaching water safety and swimming to kids.