Yavapai College Swimming Pools

Hi, I'm Lexi.

I’m a recent high school grad (class of 2025!). I’m a CPR/First Aid Certified Lifeguard with about 4 years experience working with pre-K kiddos and about a year with kids ages 6-12.

My specialty is teaching beginning swimmers (all ages welcome!). I’ll teach them the essential skills and confidence needed to thrive in the water. Let’s dive in and make some waves!

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Hi! My name is Giada Virgilio.

I am a student at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. I am a Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructor and hold a current CPR certification.

I swam competitively for over seven years and competed at a regional and state level throughout Arizona. I have taught swim lessons for over two years now, and I am experienced with all ages, from infant to adult. I have taught a range of skill levels and abilities, from basic water safety to competitive swimmers hoping to hone in on their skills.

Feel free to reach out to me with any questions about scheduling and my availability. I prefer to do 30 minute lessons for less experienced students, and 1 hour lessons for students who have prior experience and can swim at least 25 yards without stopping.

My availability is Saturday’s during open swim hours (10am-2pm). Additional hours may be available upon request.

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Hi my name is Tyler.

I swam competitively in high school and college and have been teaching swimming in Prescott for almost three years. I am currently a swim coach for the Prescott Swim Team, and an Adjunct Faculty member for the HPER Department teaching Swim Fitness. My goal is to help kids have fun while swimming, but also have them focus on hard work and technique in lessons. I only teach kids who are advanced, competitive swimmers, and know the basic strokes. Please note: I am NOT taking any new families. Thank you!

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Hello! My name is Shelby Heil.

I am currently a student at Yavapai College working on a psychology degree. I have two summers of experience working as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I teach beginner level swimmers of all ages to build confidence in the water. My lessons will focus on getting new swimmers comfortable in the water, teaching essential swimming techniques, and promoting water safety!

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Hi, my name is Kylie Marlatt.

I’m 18 and I’ve been a competitive swimmer for eight years now.  I swam for the Prescott High School Swim team and many other club teams in the past.  Now I’m looking to share my knowledge.  I’m offering private coaching for experienced swimmers looking to improve their performance. 

I am available from 3-4 pm Monday through Thursday.  Lessons are for swimmers aged 12 – 20 who are ready to work on refining their strokes, improving efficiency and endurance, and even trying some new skills like starts, turns, sprinting, and distance swimming.

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Hi! My name is Anwen Smith.

I am currently a junior at Prescott High School. I have been in the water all my life, but started competitively swimming my freshman year. I have broken 4 individual high school records and been part of 2 more relay records. I have been to state championships several times and placed in the top 8 twice, placed 1st at regionals once, and placed 2nd at regionals 6 times. I was a mentor on my high school team and worked with a small group to improve their swimming. I hope to swim when I go to college. I am CPR certified through Prescott High School. I am new to teaching kids, but am excited to work with them and help them to learn and improve their swimming.

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My name is Sue Arriola.

I am a senior life long swim instructor, lifeguard and scuba diver. My primary enjoyment comes from teaching swim lessons to children and adults. I enjoy teaching children of all ages (4 years+) and adults to swim and experience the benefits of being comfortable and safe in the water.

I swam competitively in high school and continued with the Masters swim program for a few decades. I have also swam open water in most lakes in Arizona, the La Jolla rough water swim and have even completed the Alcatraz challenge in California.

I am currently certified as a lifeguard, which includes First Aide and CPR/AED training. I have worked as a pharmacist for many years, but now hang out at the pool in my spare time. Please contact me if you would like private lessons and/or have any questions

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Hey there! My name is Jon Arriola.

I have been a swimmer since I was around 4, and I also competed for roughly 20 years of my life.

I grew up as a Prescott local and have been here since 1992 as I still cannot get enough of this lovely town! I am currently a student as well as a lifeguard here at YC. I love providing safe space and energy to encourage swimmers of all levels to feel safe and at home in the water.

Outside of the pool you will catch me teaching Yoga at one of the local studios, Bend Hot Yoga.

Trail running and outdoor adventures are a deep passion of mine as well. Lynx Lake and Granite Basin are always calling my name to come jump in and get a good swim in! 5 years of age and up, all levels.

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I'm Kevin, a YC alumni and local RN.

I have many years of experience in aquatics ranging from swim instruction, lifeguard, swift water rescue, and guiding with a variety of boats. I have facilitated both group and private lessons, ranging from beginners learning to be comfortable in the water, folks looking to improve their times, or individuals looking to expand their water safety for outdoor activities.

My favorite thing about teaching lessons is seeing people learn to love and enjoy the water!

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 Hey there, I'm Kim Arras.

I have been teaching swimming for 34 years to all ages from six months to eighty-seven years old. I am WSI trained, have worked with triathletes, and coached both an adult and a children’s swim team. I like to make swimming an enjoyable experience for all ages and levels.

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 Hi my name is Cami. I live in Chino Valley on a little farm with my fiancé and our daughter, who will be one at the end of this summer. I have a radiologic technologist degree through Yavapai College. I grew up in between Michigan and Maine and have always been surrounded by water!

I've been teaching swim lessons around Prescott since 2018. I have taught all ages and abilities, but really enjoy beginners and especially young children. I hope to encourage a genuine love for being in the water while focusing on water safety with my students.

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Hey there! My name is Emma Votava.

I am currently enrolled here at Yavapai College for fire science. I specialize in teaching younger swimmers and beginners and have experience teaching this at this level for just over two years now along with being a certified lifeguard. With that being said, I make safety a top priority in my classes along with having fun and learning new swim skills!

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Rebecca Serratos - I grew up swimming. I swam on swim teams up until high school and then on Prescott High School Swim & Dive team. I’ve been an assistant coach, swim instructor, and group swim instructor. I’m a certified lifeguard with CPR and first aid. I am passionate about stroke development and prefer teaching people who want to better their technique, join swim team, or join masters. My availability is evenings.

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Avery Borghoff - Hey! My name is Avery Borghoff. I have been swimming competitively since I was 8 years old, and have been teaching lessons for a little over a year! Most of my lesson experience is with kids between 3-6 years old, but I have worked with kids ages 2-10. I adore children, and love seeing their excitement when they do something in the pool on their own for the first time! Available M/W/F's from 12:30 – 2:45 pm.  Only available for existing clients.

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Meghan Kloos - A little bit about me! I was born and raised in Prescott, and am currently home for the summer after finishing my junior year at NAU. I have been working as a swim instructor for over two years, and before that I was a competitive swimmer throughout high school. I love helping kids progress, and most importantly be safe in the water! I have worked with all levels, from first time in a pool to lap swimming and everything in between! I am so excited to be teaching this summer and hope to see you at the pool!

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Hello! My name is Juliana De Kort. I have been swimming competitively for seven years and have been teaching swim lessons for over two years. I have experience with ages 4-14. I enjoy seeing my students grow and learn throughout our lessons!

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Hi! My name is Amry Soriano. I am currently a senior at Bradshaw Mountain High School. I have been American Red Cross Lifeguard certified for almost 3 years now and Junior Lifeguard certified since I was 12! I grew up helping my mom when she taught private swim lessons in the tri city area. I have been teaching private swim lessons for about 2 years now and enjoy spending my time in the water helping kids be safe and comfortable around the water!  I am available Tuesday afternoons and evenings.

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