Our Approach

Overcoming fears

Swimming requires children to overcome their fear of the water, which can be challenging for some. We use laid back approach to swim lessons using toys, games, songs and fun activities to introduce your baby to the water. This process helps them develop emotional intelligence by teaching them how to effectively manage and regulate their emotions.

Building self-confidence

As children learn to swim and succeed, they gain confidence in their abilities. This newfound confidence goes beyond the pool and can positively impact their self-esteem and self-efficacy in other areas of life. With increased confidence, children are better able to handle social interactions, express themselves, and navigate different emotional situations.

Relieve stress

Swimming is a physical activity that promotes relaxation and reduces stress. Regular exercise, such as swimming, helps release endorphins, which are known to improve mood and reduce anxiety. By engaging in this type of physical activity, children can learn to manage stress, regulate their emotions, and develop a more balanced emotional state.

Focus and goal setting

Learning to swim requires concentration, focus, and the ability to set and achieve goals. Children learn to break down the learning process into smaller, achievable steps that can help them develop resilience and the ability to deal with disappointments or setbacks along the way. These skills are vital components of emotional intelligence.

Before
(3rd lesson)

After
11 lessons

ocean`s progress!

Before
(2nd lesson)

After
10 lessons

Willa`s progress!

It is important for the instructor to know not only basic teaching skills, but also the intricacies of working with young children. Therefore, we have all the necessary certificates and additional psychological skills.

Who will Teach

Alena was born in Novokuznetsk, Siberia, Russia and learned how to swim at the young age of five in Sochi, located on the Black Sea. Her love for water grew as she became a strong swimmer and eventually started working as a lifeguard at just sixteen years old. Couple years after, she became a swimming instructor.

Her passion for the arts led Alena to study at the Novokuznetsk School of Arts, where she learned the importance of patience and consistency to achieve the desired results. As a painter, she developed an eye for the little nuances and moods of others. Alena continued education by taking psychology courses and eventually received a degree in Human Sciences.

In addition to her love for the arts and psychology, she have been actively practicing Buddhist meditation for over ten years. She is also a skilled astrologer and enjoy reading planetary charts to gain insight!

The founder of the Happy Swimmers and licensed swimming instructor

"I enjoy watching the transformation of young children. They start the lessons scared and unsure of themselves and then, through regular practice, grow so strong and confident! I enjoy helping them develop new sets of skills and new sets of qualities that will serve them for the rest of their lives."