swimming for all ages

Coach Traci has been instrumental in helping me transition from pool to long-distance open water races. I grew up swimming but had never attempted open water or anything longer than a mile until after I started working with Traci. She uses exactly the right balance of encouragement and technique correction.  In 2016, I (quite easily) finished the 4.4 mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge Swim in a few week, I will be attempting my first 10k swim.  I never would have thought these things were possible until Traci helped me make the leap to open water.

Colleen B.

Our 4 year old was very tentative about the water after falling in our pool last summer. YPSS instructors were patient and playful with Sophie and now she is so excited to swim and asks when she can do bubbles again!

Maryann S.

Traci is one of the best swim coaches in our area. Her ability to teach all levels is incredible. Whether you are looking for lessons for your new swimmer or trying to get faster in the swim leg of your Tri - Traci is your go-to person. She is patient, extremely knowledgeable and always encouraging. All Open Water swimmers, if you want to get faster - you gotta Tri Traci.

Hilary Y.

We didn’t live near water growing up and my parents didn’t know how to swim or seek out instruction for me. Fast forward and my co-workers decided we should do a triathlon together. I was terrified of the deep water. After a series of lessons with them I was able to complete my first pool triathlon this summer! Five stars, highly recommend!

Derrek R.

Traci has the rare ability to combine fun and positivity with top notch, detail-oriented instruction. Also unique is the fact that she is equally talented in both you and adult coaching. We started going to Traci a few years ago for basic swim lessons for my daughter. What started out as a necessary class to learn a basic life skill, evolved into a focus on technique.  It felt like we went from struggling to get across the pool to learning all four strokes in no time. We continued with the lessons because my daughter looked forward to them so much. Not only did Traci have my daughter confidently swimming in no time, but she also fostered a love of swimming in her that I know she will carry with her for the rest of her life.

Lynne F.

Our son David took an interest in swimming later than his friends and was struggling to build his skills enough to feel confident competing. This weekend he collected his first ribbon for placing Top 3 at his summer swim meet. Thank you!

Mark M.