When coach Shelby isn’t Co-Captaining a local university swim team, or studying cellular & molecular biology, or volunteering at paws for play rescue shelter, she’s sharing her love of swimming with kids and athletes here at swim theory. her hard work & achievements earn her many recognitions: she’s Made annual visits to ncaa collegiate nationals for the breastroke & I. Plus, she is a scholar all-American.

When coach Erin isn’t mentoring her team mates as the captain of a local university swim team, she brings her incredible pedigree to the pools of swim theory. her credentials as a scholar all American, ncaa championship qualifier, and record holder in the 500 free & 200 IM make her one of the most elite coaches in the STL METRO area. she hasn't met a swimmer she can’t teach.

Theresa has been swimming for as long as she can remember. the work and dedication of her childhood passion culminated at the 2014 ymca age-group nationals where she achieved a qualifying standard time in the 100m breaststroke. Theresa swam with the saints at Maryville university and has served as an assistant coach for several swim clubs.

Coach kinga brings a long history of international and US swimming titles. in the 2013 youth Olympics, at age 17, she placed 5th in the 50 free & was on the championship 4x100 relay team. coach kinga is a collegiate conference champion and scholar all American. her love for swimming is infectious and she brings the passion and energy to every session

Swimming is not just a sport to dolo, it's a lifestyle and a discipline. dolo believes that swimming creates character, develops work ethic, trains the body mind & spirit. these beliefs are why dolo loves to teach swimming to others. dolo's swim career includes state and club accolades and a season as a diver as well.

Ellie is an accomplished competitive swimmer and works with swimmers of all ages. she’s especially successful teaching young learners to love water, feel safe, and appreciate swimming for all it’s value.

Alex began swimming at age 8 for the boys and girls club. her passion for the sport culminated at Siuc, one of the top division I swim programs in the region. alex works with swimmers of all ages and abilities and loves to help people use swimming to overcome barriers and limitations in sports and life.

Blake was the first coach to join the alef and brasher families at swim theory. blake's hard work and get-it-done attitude are apparent on the pool deck, and with his business acumen. blake is currently serving as the captain of the men's swim team at lake forrest university

Kelsey began swimming at early age and continued her competitive performance throughout high school. her passion is teaching and helping others, especially kids and older adults who may need a little extra attention and care during their instruction.

Grant combines his passions for swimming and teaching to help others enrich their lives through achievement of personal aquatic goals. Grant is a former NCAA Division I swimmer with many collegiate accolades, school records, and championships. Here are some of his highlights.
* 13 time Illinois/Missouri YMCA State Champion
* 33 time YMCA National All American
* 3 Time USA Swimming Academic All American
* Swam against Olympians Ryan Lochte & Garret Weber-Gale

vanezza & tim realized the need for swim theory after experiencing the swim life through the eyes of their own three children. typical swim classes were too big, instructors were not well prepared, and the learning environment distracted the swimmers.