About Us
Swimly is made up of passionate instructors with one aim, to deliver the best water instruction sessions.
Focused on fun, engagement, trust, and safety, our goal is to maximise the time spent teaching to ensure you and your children can enjoy your time in the water.
Locations
Swimly is not restricted to one pool in Sydney, the team is able to teach adults or children in one of the public swimming pools we hire, or depending on the location, your own backyard or complex swimming pool.
Our network is currently within the Sydney, Inner West, Eastern Suburbs, and Bayside areas; expanding into the Northern Beaches, North West, and South West in the near future.
Meet Our Expert Team
At Swimly, our team is fully certified by Swim Australia, Austswim, and PADI. Every instructor brings extensive experience, training, and knowledge to ensure you get the most out of each lesson.
Each Swimly instructor combines expertise, patience, and a unique ability to adapt to individual needs, helping build confidence and trust through exceptional communication. Experience the Swimly difference—where we turn swimming into a personal, empowering journey designed just for you!
Head coach
Jason Cram
With 20 years of elite competitive swimming, 5 years on the Australian team, and international gold medals to his name, Jason Cram, our Head Coach, brings unrivaled expertise to Swimly. Raised on the beaches of Wollongong as a Surf Lifesaver, Jason knows firsthand the respect and skill it takes to thrive in the water.
After retiring, he became a Master Scuba Diving Instructor, lifeguard, and underwater photographer, teaching on private yachts and working with some of the world’s most influential people.
Now, he’s channeling all that passion and knowledge to help everyday Australians conquer the water and enjoy it like never before.
PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2000 World Lifesaving Championships 200M Obstacles – Gold
- 2002 Commonwealth Games 4 x 200M Freestyle Relay – Gold
- 2002 Pan Pacific Championships 4 x 200M Freestyle Relay – Gold
- 2003 World Championship 4 x 200M Freestyle Relay – Gold
QUALIFICATIONS
- Swim Australia Teacher
- Swim Australia Teacher of Competitive Strokes
- Swim Australia Certificate Advanced Aquaphobia Coach
- World Open Water Swimming Coach
- PADI Master Scuba Diving Instructo
Senior Instructors
Antonette Jayona
Antonette is an accredited swim teacher, an avid Surf Lifesaver and an active patrol member of the Australian Lifeguard Service.
Learning to swim at a young age, Antonette has built a wealth of knowledge around swimming and water safety and shares Swimly’s passion to help others.
Antonette is a highly skilled instructor with the ability to teach children and adults alike. By impletementing Swimly’s approach towards understanding what happens to our body and minds in the water, she is able to help you reach your goals faster.
QUALIFICATIONS
- AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- AustSwim Access & Inclusion
- Surf Lifesaving Australia Gold Medallion
Nathan Taplin
As a versatile educator, Nathan excels in teaching individuals of all levels. From guiding those to their first strokes to fine tuning advanced techniques for adults and competitive swimmers. Nathan’s goal is simple: instill a lifelong love for swimming while prioritising water safety for everyone.
QUALIFICATIONS
- AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Bachelor of Education
Hyun Soo Hwang
Hyun Soo, a dedicated Swimly instructor with three years of experience teaching swimmers of all levels. His background in competitive swimming at a national level enhances his teaching, bringing valuable expertise to every session.
Currently studying sport science, Hyun Soo is committed to using his knowledge to improve student performance. He believes in a holistic approach, blending technical skills with a passion for helping swimmers reach their full potential.
Hyun Soo looks forward to helping Swimly clients achieve their goals in and out of the pool.
QUALIFICATIONS
- AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Bachelor of Sport Science (Undertaking)S