I joined the Olympium Artistic Swimming Club in 2018 starting at summer camp and very quickly fell in love with the sport. I went on to compete for 6 years, eventually becoming a coach in 2024. My passion for artistic swimming made me want to pass it along to younger athletes. I love to support them in developing their skills and building their confidence.
Rachel is homegrown Olympium, having swam her way through recreational, pre-comp, provincial and HP. She’s spent the last few years in Ottawa coaching & swimming for both Nepean and Carleton University, alongside finishing her undergrad. She’s excited to be back with the Olympium family, and is looking forward to a fantastic season working alongside Cara and the rest of the coaching team.
Recreational Coach
Jody has an extensive background in swimming. She competed in synchronized swimming at a national level throughout high school and was also a member of the high school swim team. During university she was a swim instructor and a lifeguard. Five years ago she returned to synchro as a masters swimmer. She believes synchro is a great sport for young women as it is creative, while demanding mental focus, strength, and team spirit. She enjoys introducing the sport to young athletes, encouraging them as they learn new skills.