Ekaterina
Ekaterina Filatova, originally from Russia, has a rich background in swimming and fitness instruction. With 20 years of swimming experience under her belt, she embarked on her fitness career in 2015, right after her maternity leave, in her hometown Nizhny Novgorod. Initially working as an instructor in a swimming pool and gym, she quickly advanced in her field and was offered a position in a fitness club in Moscow, where she continued to work with both children and adults. During this time, she expanded her expertise in aqua fitness, mastering programs such as aqua float and aqua cycling.
In 2019, Ekaterina and her family relocated to Bristol, UK, where she furthered her professional qualifications and began working at the Bristol Penguins Olympic Swimming Club. Not one to rest on her laurels, she constantly sought growth opportunities and, when the national lockdown led her to London, she joined Swimming Nature in April 2021.
Her career objectives are centered around excelling in the fitness industry, with a particular focus on swimming-related programs. As a Swimming Nature teacher, Ekaterina appreciates the tailored approach the program provides for each student's training, ensuring effective and personalized learning experiences.
Her passion for teaching extends to a wide range of age groups, from babies to teenagers. She enjoys guiding young learners as well as nurturing the skills of teenagers on their swimming journeys.
Choosing to become a Swimming Nature teacher was a natural fit for Ekaterina, as it enables her to work with diverse age groups and share her knowledge and expertise in swimming techniques. Being part of an organization that values swimming as a life skill and prioritizes individualized instruction aligns perfectly with her values as an instructor.
Outside of her work as a swimming teacher, Ekaterina stays active and engaged through activities like gym workouts, pilates, paddle boarding, and hiking. Her dedication to health and fitness shines through in her career, where she continues to inspire and empower her students to embrace swimming as a lifelong skill and source of enjoyment.