Mike Koleber
Head Coach
Head Coach Mike Koleber swam competitively in Michigan from age group through his college years at Oakland University where he was team Captain, 11 time NCAA All-American, and Senior National qualifier. Mike started teaching swim lessons at the age of 13, helping out his Dad on Saturday mornings, which allowed Mike the opportunity to learn from the best, his Dad.
Mike has a true love of coaching and teaching, and does a tremendous job making new kids feel welcomed on the Nitro pool deck. His drive to lead Nitro to ultimately become the #1 program in the country is infectious, and the staff works together as one unit with one goal: Make each swimmer a little better EVERY day.
One of Mike’s favorite lines is his response to this question from a parent who would see Mike every day after dropping off his daughter for practice…
Parent: “What’s it like having the best job in the world?”
Mike: “It’s not a job.”
That is how Mike feels about being given the opportunity to positively impact as many kids as possible each and every day, and he does what he can to help make them better PEOPLE in the process.
Bee Cave Coaches
Gold 2/Prep + Group Coach
Education:
- University of Indianapolis- BS Elementary Education
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming, September 2014-Present
- Huntsville Swim Association, Age Group Coach 2011-2014
- Huntsville High School, Head Coach, 2012-2014
- Southeastern and South Texas Zones Coach
Accomplishments:
- 2017, 2021, 2023 South Texas Age Group Coach of the Year
- 2014, 2021, 2022 ASCA Top 10 Age Group Coach of the Year
- 2025 ASCA Top 25 Age Group Coach of the Year
- 2012 & 2013 Head Coach of Alabama (6A) High School State Champions
- Coached 9-10, 11-12, and 13-14 Nationally Ranked Relays and Individuals
- Placed swimmers on the Southern Zone Select Camp, South Texas, and Southeastern Zones Team
Education/Certifications
- ASCA Level 1, 2, & 3 Certified
- American Red Cross certified in CPR, First Aid, and Coaches Safety Training
- ASCA 8&U Coaching Certified
Personal:
- Coach Allison has been in Austin for 10+ years. She has loved working at Nitro for all 10+ years and lives downtown with her pup, Koa.
- Austin City Limits Festival- Volunteer 2014-2025
- Avid pie eater, loves a good spa day, Texas Sports (hook ‘em), and volunteering at Austin Pets Alive!
Lead Bronze and Senior Coach
Hannah.Benenati@nitroswim.com
Education
- Western Connecticut State University '22 - B.A. In Communications with a Minor in Sport Media
Professional Experience
- Full Armour Swim Team (2023-2024) - Head Age Group Coach, Swim Lesson Instructor, Pool Manager
Accomplishments
- ASCA World Clinic 30 Under 30 grant recipient '24
- Selected to attend Super Bowl LVI as a volunteer
- Selected to attend OceanMan Open Water World Finals in Bangkok, Thailand as a volunteer
- A member of New Paltz High School's First Section XI Girl's Swimming and Diving Championship Team (2017/18)
Education/Certifications
- USA Swimming Coach Certification
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Personal
- Began volunteering with the SOS Triathlon in New Paltz, NY at the age of 10 until age 20
- Born and Raised in New Paltz, NY in the heart of the Hudson Valley
- I love reading, being outside, being with my family, cross-stitching, and exploring Texas.
Lead Performance and Advanced Silver Coach
Eucation:
- Major in Education Sciences at the University of Florida 2022-2025
Professional Experience:
- Age Group and Senior Coach at Gamecock Aquatics from 2023-2024
- Age Group Coach at Marlins of Raleigh from 2024-2025
Accomplishments:
- Lead Gulliver Prep’s High School Swim Team to its first ever Boys High School Championship title in 2016.
- 4x (A), 1x (B), and 7x (C) Finalist at the Speedo Winter Junior Championships 2015-2017.
- Placed 33rd at the 2016 US Olympic Trials in the 400 IM.
- Swam at the University of Florida from 2018-2022.
- Helped Florida win its SEC Championships in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.
- All-American in the 400 IM in 2020.
- Part of the Puerto Rican National Team from 2019-2022.
- Placed 9th in the 200 IM and 11th in the 400 IM at the 2019 Pan American Games.
- Placed 12th in the 400 IM and 25th in the 200 IM at the 2021 FINA SCM World Championships.
- I’ve had the opportunity of training with great names such as Bobby Finke, Kieran Smith, Katie Ledecky, and Caeleb Dressel.
Personal
- Born and raised in Miami, FL.
- I am of Puerto Rican, Mexican, and Armenian descent.
- I take great pride in my heritage and my passions such as swimming!
- If I’m not at the pool, I’m probably at the gym or on the golf course!
- I’m the lucky big brother of 4 girls who are my best friends
- I also enjoy playing video games with my friends when I’m away from home.
Lead Intro to Nitro and Prep Coach
raven.chastain@nitroswim.com
Education:
- The University of Texas at Austin, BS Nutritional Sciences and Business Foundation Certificate
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming, September 2015-Present
- Granbury SEALS Swim Team, 2008-2015
- Just Keep Swimming Swim Lessons, Owner/Instructor, 2009-2015
- South Texas Zones Coach, 2019, 2021, 2022
Accomplishment:
- Created a successful swim lesson program out of a backyard pool
- Hosted winter stroke/technique clinics with Olympic athletes
Personal:
- Born and raised in Texas
- Hiked several 14ers in Colorado
- Passionate Texas Longhorns fan, Hook ‘Em!
- Loves cooking, eating, and anything to do with food
- Often accompanied by pup (Tulip)
Prep + Group Coach
Education:
- B.S. Exercise Science - University of Memphis (2016)
- M.S. Exercise Science - University of Memphis (2019)
Professional Experience:
- Head Coach, Germantown Swim Team 2022-2024
- Aquatics Director, Memphis Jewish Community Center, 2022
- Head Age Group Coach, Memphis Tiger YMCA Swimming, 2021-2022
- Assistant Coach, Memphis Tiger YMCA Swimming, 2020-2021
- Head Coach, Memphis Jewish Community Center 2019
- Head Site Coach, Germantown Swim Team at the Racquet Club, 2017-2019
- Head Coach, St. Mary's Episcopal School, 2017-2023
- Assistant Coach, Memphis Tiger Swimming, 2012-2016
Personal:
- Growing up my favorite stroke was breaststroke, as an adult my favorite is now butterfly.
- Away from the pool, I enjoy playing chess, golf, and cheering for Chelsea FC.
- I have a cat named May.
Lead Sectional Development Group Coach
peter.nguyen@nitroswim.com
Education:
- Barton Creek Elementary (1998-2002)
- West Ridge Middle School (2002-2005)
- Westlake High School (2005-2009)
- Currently studying Kinesiology and Business Foundations at the University of Texas at Austin
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swim Team – Lead Technique & Fitness and Middle & High School Training coach (2015-present)
- Barton Creek West Barracudas Swim Team – Assistant Coach/Head Coach (2013-present)
- Nitro Swim School (2012-2015)
- West Austin Athletic Club (WAAC) – Swim coach/Swim instructor/Camp Counselor/Lifeguard (2005-2009)
Community Service/Volunteer/Personal:
- Seahawks, Longhorns, New England Revolution (MLS), and Arsenal (EPL) fan
- Born and raised in Austin
- Austin City Limits Festival attender every year
- Hobbies include any sport, kayak fishing, and pretty much anything outdoors
Lead Pre-Senior and TF Coach
bcpresenior@nitroswim.com
Professional experience:
- Head Developmental Coach for Calvert Aquatics Club from 2021-2026
- Water Safety Instructor for Calvert County Government from 2021-2026
- Assistant Coach for King's Landing 2023
- Lifeguard for Calvert County Government from 2021-2023
Accomplishments:
- First MD state qualifier and state champion for Calvert Aquatics Club
- Produced and help produced numerous States & Zones qualifiers (including top 3 finishes)
- Former swimmer is currently on the US Paralympic National Team
- Taught 100s of swimmers of all ages and skill levels
- Traveled the country for ASCA and USAS educational events and clinics
- Helped summer-league team win championship in inaugural season
Education/Certification:
- USA Swimming coaching credentials in good-standing
- American Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructor
- ASCA 1 2 performance, 3 education
- ASCA Mentor Program from 2025-present
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
- NASM Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist
Personal:
- Grew up in Huntingtown, Maryland
- Passionate about all types of music, especially bluegrass and country! He plays guitar and mandolin
- Huge history buff so he loves checking out record shops, antique stores, and museums!
Lead Silver and Gold 1 Coach
Education:
- University of Kansas - M.Eng. Bioengineering: Biomechanics and Neural Engineering
- University of Kansas - B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Professional Experience:
- Alamo Area Aquatics Association Northside - Coach 2021-2025
Accomplishments:
- Swam at the University of Kansas from 2018-2023
- Big 12 Championship A Finalist in the 100 fly and 200 breast
- 4x Academic All-Big 12 Team member
- Nebraska state high school swimming record holder in the 100 fly and 200 medley relay
Personal:
- I grew up in Nebraska and Kentucky
- My parents are both swim coaches
- If I'm not on the pool deck, I'm most likely at a CrossFit gym, but I also love reading, cooking, and being outdoors
Cedar Park Coaches

Education:
- Southern Connecticut State University
- UConn - Human Development and Family Sciences Program
- ASCA Level III certified
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming (2024 – Present)
- Wilton YMCA Wahoos (2023-2024) Lead Senior Coach
- Nutmeg Aquatics (2019-2023) Led both Senior and Age Group programming
- Soundview YMCA Stingrays (2017-2019) Assistant coach
- 2x Head Coach for the “Race4Chase” Triathlon Program (in memory of Sandy Hook) 2017/2018
- Laurel East Hartford YMCA (2016-2017) Volunteer assistant coach
Accomplishments:
- South Texas Zones Team Coach – 11/12 girls (2025)
- 2x Connecticut Zones Team Coach - 13/14 Age Group (2022, 2023)
- USA Swimming Women’s Leadership Summit (2022, 2025)
- USA Swimming Coach Development Academy (2025)
- Connecticut Swimming Age Group Committee (2022-2024)
- ASCA Women’s Initiative Committee (2024 - present)
- ASCA Mentor Program (2023 - present)
- ASCA Ambassador (2023 - Present)
- Assisted in planning of ASCA Hub at ‘24 Olympic Trials
- Assisted in planning the launch of the first ever ASCA Women’s Symposium at the World Clinic (2024)
Personal:
- Born and raised in Connecticut (Go UConn!!!)
- Shark enthusiast, mental health advocate, iced coffee connoisseur, BIG time swim nerd.
- I have over 60 indoor plants 🙂
Senior Group Coach
alex.carney@nitroswim.com
Education:
- Drury University – BS in Fine Art & Global Studies
- Class of 2006 – Glendale High, Springfield, MO
- American Red Cross certified in Lifeguarding, CPR, First aid, Concussion Protocol, Safe Sport, and Coaches Safety Training
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming 2012 – present
- Springfield Aquatics – 2010-2012
- Missouri State Aquatics – 2008-2010
- PREP Swim Lessons and Summer League Coaching 2001-2011
Accomplishments:
- ASCA Top 10 Coach of the Year
- MOVAL Coach of the Year
- Missouri State Champion and consistent State finalist
- GHS Captain and co-captain
- Many honors, awards, and memories in an illustrious fifteen-year youth swimming career
Personal:
- Born and raised in Missouri
- Loves to cook
- Enjoys the company of all animals, but is mostly a big dog kind of guy
- Forever a Rams fan
Senior Group Coach
Daeton.davenport@nitroswim.com
Education:
- West Virginia University BA Psychology
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swim School 2016-2017
- Mountaineer Aquatics Club 2014-2015
Certifications:
- Red Cross certified
Personal:
- Born and raised in Austin, TX
- Enjoys the outdoors and staying active
Bronze Group Coach
Lindsay.grogan@nitroswim.com
Education:
- University of Georgia- M.S. kinesiology, A.B.J. journalism
- Central High School, Macon, Ga.
Professional experience:
- Nitro Swim School senior instructor/deck coach 2015-17
- Cheyenne Mountain Aquatics developmental coach 2014-15
- Athens Bulldog Swim Club developmental coach 2011-2013
Accomplishments:
- 2016 Paralympian, 400 freestyle & 200 IM
- 2015 Para World Championships team
- 2014 Para Pan-Pacific Championships team
- American record holder, 4x50 medley relay (34 point) and 4x50 free relay (34 point)
Certifications:
- Red Cross CPR/AED and Safety Training
- USA Swimming member
Personal:
- Born and raised in Macon, Ga.
- Resident athlete at the Olympic Training Center for a year and a half
- Knows Braille
- Once walked 11 miles in San Francisco en route to In-N-Out
Lead National Group Coach
charlie.mccanless@nitroswim.com
Lead National Group Coach
charlie.mccanless@nitroswim.com
Education:
- American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) Level 5 - Performance and Education, Senior and Age Group Swimming
- East Carolina University — Former Team Captain and Varsity Record Holder
- Berklee College of Music
Professional Experience:
- National Group Coach, Nitro Swimming, Cedar Park, TX, 2021-Present
- Head Coach and Director of Competitive Aquatics, Blues Aquatics Asheville, 2020–2021
- Head Coach, Smoky Mountain Aquatic Club, 2014–2020
- Assistant Coach, Asheville School, 2019–2021 — 3x NCISAA State Champions
- Assistant Coach, University of North Carolina Asheville, 2014–2016
- Senior Coach and Development Coach, Charles River Aquatics, Boston, MA, 2012–2014
- Assistant Coach, SwimMAC Carolina, Charlotte, NC, 2009–2010
Accomplishments:
- USA Swimming National Junior Team Coach — 2024
- Coach of a World Junior Championships athlete
- Coach of multiple Olympic Trials and U.S. National Championships qualifiers
- More than 50 USA Swimming Junior National Championships qualifiers, including numerous A finalists
- More than 25 U.S. Open qualifiers
- More than 25 USA Swimming All-Time Top 100 performances
- Coach of nearly 20 individual and relay LSC Record Setting Performances
- Nearly 50 USA Swimming Scholastic All-Americans
- More than 50 athletes who have continued their swimming careers in the NCAA at programs across the country including Texas, NC State, Michigan, Texas A&M, Harvard, Duke, North Carolina, Utah, MIT, and many more
- More than 30 Nitro Team Records
Championship & Relay Accomplishments:
- Summer Junior National Championships — Men's Team Runner-Up, 2022
- National Age Group Record — 2022 Men's 200m Medley Relay
- National Age Group Record Breakers — 2022 Men's 800m Freestyle Relay
- Winter Junior National Champions — 2021 Men's 200 Medley Relay
- Winter Junior National Champions — 2022 Men's 200 Freestyle Relay
- Summer Junior National Runners-Up — 2023 Men's 200 Medley Relay
- Summer Junior National Runners-Up — 2023 Women's 200 Freestyle Relay
- Winter Junior National Runners Up - 2023 Women's 200 Freestyle Relay
- 2x North Carolina LSC Champions, Small Team Division — 2018 and 2019
- 3x NCISAA State Champions — Asheville School
Personal:
- I'm a guitarist and have been learning steel guitar since moving to Texas.
- I love paddle boarding and spending time outdoors!
- BBQ and coffee are two of my favorite things, besides my beautiful wife, Keelie!
Dryland Coach - National and Performance Groups
Education:
- BBA, Belmont University - Nashville, TN
- Licensed Massage Therapist, TX
- Certified MovNat ® Trainer
- Certified GYROTONIC ® Trainer
- Additional relevant training:
- Motion Clinic - Ido Portal Method
- TRX Suspension Training
- Brain Integration Therapy
Professional Experience:
- Head Rehab Specialist - Apex Sports Medicine
- Head of Operations & Certified Trainer - MovNat
- Movement Coach - MoveU
- Content Director - MoveU Fitness App
- Mobility & Movement Coach - Turning Point Fitness, OH
- Licensed Massage Therapy, Sports Massage specialization
- Lead Therapist - BioHealth Wellness Center, OH
Accomplishments:
- Led 6,000+ Sports Rehab sessions at Apex Sports Medicine
- Coached Functional Movement & Mobility to clients in 100+ countries
- Created “Summer Swimming - Performance & Prehab” training program at Apex Sports Medicine
- Co-created (alongside Coach Charlie McCanless) Stroke Mechanics & Mobility Clinic
- Led the organization & development of the MoveU Method Fitness App
- Designed & delivered Brain Enhancement (functional neurology) Program
Personal:
- I stay as active as possible with weightlifting, shooting hoops, hiking, biking and standup paddle boarding.
- My greatest joy is chasing the clear water, viewing wildlife and admiring nature with my husband, Charlie.
Sectional Development Group Coach
adam.orr@nitroswim.com
Education:
- Westwood High School in Austin, 2009
- UT San Antonio
Experience:
- 2011-2015 Nitro Swim School
- 2010, 2011 Balcones Country Club Sharks assistant coach
- Swam at Circle C and Longhorn Aquatics under Randy Reese
- Red Cross certified
Personal:
- Born in Scotland, moved to Austin age 10
- Grew up in Austin area
- Competitive swimmer and soccer player growing up
- Favorite sports teams: Texas Longhorns, Miami Dolphins, Celtic (Scottish soccer team)
- Sister Rebecca Orr coached at Nitro

Education:
- Current student at Concordia University
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming 2023-Present
- Nitro Assistant Coach 2023-24
- Nitro Swim School lessons instructor 2023
Certifications:
- USA Swimming Certified Coach
- ADM Age Group Certification
- Core Certification
- American Red Cross certified in CPR, First Aid, and Coaches Safety Training
Personal:
- I was born deaf in my left ear
- I am an army brat- I come from a military family
- My favorite strokes are freestyle and breaststroke
- I am a huge coffee drinker- my favorite place is Summer Moon
- I love animals! I have four dogs and two cats
- Motto- Be kind, and work hard
Intro/Advanced Silver/Gold 2 Group Coach
Education:
- B.S. in Kinesiology from Southwestern University
- M.E. in Sports Management from UT Austin
- Varsity Swimmer at Southwestern University
- Biomechanics Laboratory Research under Dr. Scott McLean - Swimming
Professional Experience:
- University of Virginia - Volunteer Assistant 2019 - 2021
- Cavalier Aquatics/Piedmont YMCA - Senior Assistant 2020 - 2021
- Virginia Gators - Senior Assistant 2019 - 2020
- Austin Trinity Aquatic Club - Senior Assistant 2019
Personal:
- Enjoys hiking, cooking, and going to National Parks
- Published multiple American College of Sports Medicine papers - biomechanical and statistical analyses of swimming
- Team Captain of Southwestern's first ever SCAC Conference title
Lead Gold Coach
cj.vazquez@nitroswim.com
Education:
- UTSA- AS in Biology
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Lessons instructor
- TF Lead Coach
- Lead Gold 1 & Gold 2 Coach
Accomplishments:
- 14 years of coaching
- 3 consecutive TAGS championships (more of a team accomplishment, but nevertheless, an accomplishment I'm very proud of)
Personal:
- Favorite stroke is breaststroke
- Big UT fan. Hook 'em Horns!!
Kyle Coaches

Education:
- Texas State University - BS Exercise & Sports Science, Minor in History
- Northern Arizona University - Master of Education, Secondary Education
- University of Sydney - Graduate Research Program, Exercise & Sports Science
- Arizona State University - Master of Applied Leadership and Business Management
Professional Experience:
- Surge Aquatics, Lead Developmental Coach
- Southwest Family YMCA - Westside Silver Fins Swim Team, Lead Developmental Coach
- Millennium High School, Head Swim Coach
- Verrado High School, Assistant Swim Coach
Certifications:
- USA Swimming Certified Coach
- Expertise in technique development and performance improvement
Personal:
- Got to do cool exercise science research while studying in Australia
- Swimming is a family affair - my cousin and best friend Meg is also a swim coach!
- Passionate about making swimming accessible to all communities
- When not coaching, you can find me in the nearest body of water! I love to swim - especially in my favorite spot, the Comal River.
- I also enjoy snowboarding, traveling, and playing with my pup Bondi

Education:
- Yavapai College – Fire Science, Firefighter I & II Certification 2012
- Pima Community College – EMT, Registered NMEMT Certification 2012
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming, August 2024-Present
- SwimAtlanta, Head Age Group Coach, 2017-2024
- SwimMAC Carolina , Head Age Group Coach 2016-2017
- Velocity Swimming , Head Age Group Coach, 2013-2016
- Yuma Aquatrics, Assistant Head Coach, 2010-2013
- Inland Empire and Georgia Zones Coach
Accomplishments:
- 2017 ASCA Age Group Coach of the Year Finalist
- 2018-2020 Georgia Swimming Emerging Coach of the Year Finalist
- 2021, 2024 Georgia Swimming Age Group Coach of the Year Finalist
- 2021-2024 Georgia Swimming High Point Individual Champions (9-10 Girls & Boys, 11-12 Boys, 13-14 Boys)
- Coached over 50 Nationally ranked (Top 20) Individual swims (9-10 Girls/Boys, 11-12 Girls/Boys, 13-14 Girls/Boys)
- Coached 1 relay National Age Group Record, 4 Individual Georgia Swimming State Records & 2 Individual North Carolina Swimming State Records
- Placed swimmers on the Southern Zone Select Camp
Education/Certifications
- ASCA Level 3 Performance Certified
- American Red Cross certified in CPR, First Aid, and Coaches Safety Training
Personal:
- Born in Yuma, AZ
- Is a proud Yuma High School Criminal

Education:
- Texas A&M University - BS Secondary Education (English & History)
- The University of Texas at Austin - Master of Educational Psychology - School Counseling
Professional Experience:
- Schertz YMCA Swim Team, Age Group Coach 2018-2026
- Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD Aquatics Head Coach Byron P. Steele II HS (2015-2022), District Coordinator (2022-2026) & English Teacher
- Galena Park ISD Aquatics Coordinator (2004-2015), English Teacher
- North Channel Aquatics Assistant Coach & Summer League Coordinator
- Blue Tide Aquatic Developmental & Age Group Coach (2001-2004)
- Great Hills Swim Team Founder and Head Coach (1995-2000)
- Texas Aquatics at Circle C Ranch 1992-1993
- Great Hills Gators (Austin), Atascocita Country Club, Eagle Springs Flyers, Walden Waves, North Channel Nadatores (Houston) and most recently Cibolo Canyons (San Antonio) Summer League Head Coach.
- SwimAmerica Director for Great Hills, Austin, TX (1996-2000) and QLS Fitness, Atascocita, TX (2001-2024)
Accomplishments:
- 34 year coaching career that includes USA Swimming, high school, summer league, masters and swim lessons.
- Member of the South Texas Board of Directors serving as the DICE (Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement) Chair.
- Chosen by USA Swimming to be on the 2026 Women Coaches in Governance Program
- Chosen to chaperone STX Athletes to USA Swimming’s Southern Zone Bi-Annual Athlete Leadership Summit in 2024 and 2026 and a member of the Athlete Committee (2024-Present). Coordinated STX Athlete Summit in 2025.
- Chosen as a 2023 ASCA (American Swim Coaches Association ) Fellow
Certifications:
- USA Swimming Certified Coach
- SwimAmerica Director
- Secondary Education Teaching Certificates (English and History)
Personal:
- Believes swimming brings amazing people together teaching patience, resilience, and perseverance.
- Passionate about helping swimmers at every stage of their journey, from first practices to adult swimming.
- Believes coaching is about more than swimming fast.
- Helps athletes build confidence, develop life skills, and discover what they are capable of.
- Strives to help swimmers find joy in the sport and develop a lifelong love of swimming.

Education
- B.S. Sport Business and Marketing – University of Mount Union (2009)
- M.S Leadership and Management – University of La Verne (2014)
Professional Experience
- Head Coach – Gamecock Aquatics (2021 – 2024)
- Lead Coach – Bolles School Shark (2014 – 2021)
- Assistant Coach – Nova Southeastern University (2013 – 2014)
- Assistant Coach – University of La Verne (2012 – 2013)
- Assistant Coach – University of Mount Union (2011 – 2013)
- Assistant Coach / Interim Head Coach – Bethany College (2010 – 2011)
Accomplishments
- National Team Members: Coached an athlete to National Team status.
- Junior National Team Members: Guided 3 athletes to the Junior National Team.
- World Junior Championship Finalists: Mentored 2 swimmers who reached the finals of the World Junior Championships.
- Top 100 All Time Performances: Athletes achieved 12 Top 100 All Time performances under his guidance.
- South Carolina Swimming LSC Records: Gamecock Aquatics swimmers set 8 South Carolina Swimming LSC records.
- South Carolina Senior Championships Team Title: Led his team to a championship title at the South Carolina Senior Championships [2023].
- Winter Junior Nationals: Relays Champions (7) Individual Champions (1) Individual Finalist (25)
- Summer Junior Nationals: Individual Champions (2) Individual Finalist (11)
- Open Water National TEAM Camp: Assistant Coach
Lead Octane Coach
Education:
- University of Denver/Cal State Fullerton - BA International Business
- San Diego State University - MBA
Professional Experience:
- El Camino High School Varsity Boys Coach (2013-2023)
- University High School Head Coach (2025)
Accomplishments:
- Swam at University of Denver (1985-86)
- Active Masters Swimmer
- Age Group All-American 5K (2023)
- Multiple masters national top ten age group times
Certifications:
- Level 2 ASCA coach
- USA Swimming
Personal:
- I love being on the pool deck, helping kids learn, watching them thrive, and passing on my love and joy of swimming.
- I love all things water: pool, open water, and adventure swimming; scuba diving; water skiing; and SUPing.
- Proud mom of three adulting kids who all played collegiate sports (baseball, water polo, tennis).
- I write books.
- I am a reluctant adopter of pickleball - and now play several times a week.
- I am fluent in German and love to travel.
- Originally from San Diego, I recently moved to Austin with my rescue pup, Dixie.

Education:
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Coaching Science (2025)
- Sterling High School, Sterling Illinois (2020)
Professional Experience:
- Wahoo Aquatic Club Assistant Coach (2025)
- University of Michigan, Auburn University, and Oakland University Swim Camp Coach (2024 - 2025)
- Oakland University Swim Clinic Coach/ In Water Demonstrator (2024)
- Wyndgate Country Club Assistant Coach (2022)
Accomplishments:
- Oakland University School and Conference Record Holder
- Team Captain for Oakland University Golden Grizzlies
- Pioneer Leadership Award - Oakland Swim and Dive
- Helped Grow Oakland’s Conference winning streak from 43 to 47 Wins
- Illinois Swimming State Finalist
Certifications:
- American Red Cross certified in Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and coaches’ safety training
Personal:
- I was born on Thanksgiving
- In my free time I like to road bike and take bird photography
- My Favorite stroke is IM!
Steiner Ranch Coaches
Steiner Ranch Lead Coach
kyle.rea@nitroswim.com
Education:
- Currently pursuing associates degree from Austin Community College
- Stony Point High School in Round Rock, 2017
Professional Experience:
- Nitro Swimming 2018 – Present
- Round Rock Special Olympics Volunteer 2018 – Present
- Stony Point High School Swim Team Assistant Coach 2017-2018
- US Masters Swimming Coach 2017-2018
- Nitro Swim School Senior Instructor/Deck Coach 2017-2018
- Aquatots Senior Instructor 2016-2017
Certifications:
- American Red Cross, CPR, Coaches Safety Training
- US Masters Swimming Certified Coach
- US Masters ALTS Certified Instructor
Personal:
- I love meeting new people and trying new things. Some of my favorite things to do are reading, writing, music, movies, staying active, being with friends/family. If you see me on deck, feel free to stop and say hello!

Nitro Swimming Locations
-
-
- Bee Cave: (512) 861-7946
- Cedar Park: (512) 259-7999
- Kyle: (737) 497-3866
-















