Coaches
Simone is very excited to be your head coach this year! Growing up in New Jersey, she started swimming at eight years old and started coaching at 16 years old. They are a four time high school varsity swimmer and was a club swimmer for over 10 years. Through her YMCA club team, Simone competed in local, state, and national level meets, specializing in breaststroke as well as mid-distance and distance freestyle.
Simone's coaching philosophy is process oriented, focusing on technique and learning to enjoy the steps towards improvement. They hope to encourage confidence building and goal setting, both in and out of the pool.
Jimmie is excited to be serving as an assistant swim coach this season! His swimming journey began in middle school and continued throughout high school, where he developed a passion for both the sport and helping others grow as swimmers. In ninth grade, Jimmie began coaching as a Junior Coach for the Smyrna Sharks Swim and Dive Team, gaining valuable experience working with young athletes and supporting their development in and out of the water. In 2021, he became certified as a YMCA Swim Instructor and Coach, allowing him to further expand his knowledge and teaching skills. Jimmie enjoys helping swimmers build confidence, improve their technique, and achieve their personal goals while fostering a positive and encouraging team environment.
