Get to know our swim instructor Shani

Nothing makes Shani happier than seeing the smiles on her students' faces when they pass a level or master a skill.

Our swim instructors are helping teach more Australian kids everyday to become competent swimmers.

With the important job of teaching your child to swim, it is vital that swim instructors are highly experienced and educated. At HBF Stadium we ensure that as well as being experienced and knowledgeable our instructors are friendly and make sure your child feels comfortable in the water when learning to swim. Each instructor also brings a unique set of teaching techniques and passions for swimming to our swim school program. 

Get to know Shani

Q: How long have you been a swim instructor?

I have been a instructor at HBF Stadium for 4 years.

Q: What swim levels do you teach?

I teach squads on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Level 6 and Level 7 on Thursdays and supervise lessons for the school on Saturday morning.

Q: What are your certifications?

I have the:

• Austswim – Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
• Austswim Assessor
• Competitive Strokes Coach
• Working with Children Check
• Bronze Medallion
• CPR
• Advanced first aid

Q: What is the best part about teaching a child to swim? 

Seeing my students faces when they get a strike correct or pass a level.

Q: Tell us about your favourite activities or hobbies that you like to do for fun? 

Swimming at the beach and travelling.

Q: Why do you think it's important for children to learn the skills of swimming? 

We live in a country surrounded by water, so if I can have an impact on a child's ability to swim and enjoy the water/ocean my job is complete.

Q: Do you have a number one swimming or teaching experience? 

Seeing all my children succeed is very rewarding.

Q: What is something people many not know about you?

I've just recently travelled to the Middle East and India.

As well as our knowledgeable, experienced and friendly instructors like Shani, at HBF Stadium we offer classes with low ratios to ensure maximised learning. Swimming classes at HBF Stadium are continuous with a six week break in the December/January school holidays when our Summer Holiday Swim takes off, so kids are consistently progressing their skills. To find out more about what makes our classes the best swimming lessons Claremont has to offer click here.