Swim With Ayda

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Ayda hails from Turkey, where her deep connection with the world of swimming has shaped her journey. Fluent in Turkish and English, Ayda's credentials in swimming instruction, including a Turkish Swimming Coaching Assistant Coaching Certificate and Swim England Level 1-2 Teaching Certificate, highlight her dedication to cultivating excellence in swimming education.

Swimming has been a constant thread in Ayda's life, dating back more than 25 years. Her teaching venture embarked 15 years ago, when she embarked on a professional path as a swimming instructor in the UK. Ayda's commitment to child development, specifically in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), reflects her dedication to fostering holistic growth through swimming education.

Ayda's accomplishments in the world of swimming are exceptional, underpinning her identity as both an athlete and an educator. As a breaststroke specialist, she earned the title of Antalya Champion in Breaststroke and showcased her prowess as a dedicated member of the Gazi University Swimming Team.

Outside the aquatic realm, Ayda's talents extend to the stage as a professional actress and to the world of fragrances as a perfume brand owner. This dynamic blend of sports, creativity, and entrepreneurship encapsulates her multifaceted career.

Ayda's enthusiasm for teaching the Swimming Nature Programme is rooted in its focus on solid technique without floatation aids. The program's personalized 1-1 or 2-1 lesson structure aligns seamlessly with her approach to honing swimmers' skills.

While Ayda enjoys teaching across age groups, her heart resonates with children aged 5-7, where she witnesses rapid progress and transformation. Ayda's aspiration to instill essential life skills like swimming in the next generation aligns seamlessly with the ethos of Swimming Nature.

Ayda Arpak Kaya's journey as a Swimming Nature teacher symbolizes a fusion of personal triumphs, a commitment to nurturing vital skills, and a genuine passion for the art of swimming. Her diverse background and unwavering dedication make her a valuable asset to the swimming education landscape.

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How Swimming Nature could help you

We teach beginners and train athletes. We build confidence in nervous first-timers and refine technique in competent swimmers. However old you are, whatever level you’re at, Swimming Nature can help.

By combining highly structured modular lesson plans, small class sizes and hands-on, in-water instructor attention, we ensure you or your child makes rapid and visible progress.

Not only do we emphasise the mechanics of the four strokes, but we teach the how, why and what behind effortless, energy-efficient swimming, so with Swimming Nature, you’ll swim faster, better and in harmony with your body.