Canada Games Centre Swim Academy Coaching Roster
The coaches of the CGC Swim Academy are committed to providing a safe atmosphere to build character and integrity through the development of fundamental movements skills in a welcoming team environment. Each of our coaches is passionate about coaching, water sports, and the health and enjoyment of all our Swim Academy athletes.
CGCSA Coaches
Emily, Swim Academy Head Coach, Platinum Lead
Hometown: Hammonds Plains, NS
Education/Certifications:
NCCP Community Coach
NCCP Swimming 101 Certified
Mount Allision University Varsity Swimmer
Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor
Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard
Completed first year Bachelor of Science in Biology, MTA
“I have been swimming for 9 years, 8 years of summer swimming with CGCSA & SMBB, and 1 year varsity with MTA University”.
Emily currently holds 3 summer swimming provincial records and received the Mount Allision Swimming Female Rookie of the Year Award for 2025.
Favourite Post-Workout Snack: Dates and peanut butter.
What Do You Enjoy Most About Swimming?
“The balance between working hard and having fun.”
“Don’t wish for it, work for it.” -Unknown.
Cora, Assistant Coach, Silver Lead
Hometown: Fletcher’s Lake, NS
Education/Certifications:
NCCP Swimming 101 Certified
Swimming Canada Coaching Para Swimming Module
Swimming Canada Coaching Open Water Swimming Module
Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard
Lifesaving Society Swim For Life Instructor
Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
Bachelor of Science combined Honours in Ocean Science and Marine Biology (3rd year, Dean’s List)
Cora has held 12 CGCSA records and 12 total Summer Swimming Provincial medals. Her experience includes: 7 years competitive swimming and 5 years of Lifesaving (and counting); 2 years Water Polo. Cora’s passion is to help others find the joys and passion for swimming that she’s always had.
Favourite Post-Workout Snack: Peanut butter with apples
What Do You Enjoy Most About Swimming?
“The peaceful glide through the water offers a sense of calm, I also enjoy the shared experiences with teammates building strong and lasting connections.”
“Just Keep Swimming.” – Dory, Finding Nemo, 2003.
Clara, Assistant Coach, Bronze Lead
Hometown: Beechville, NS
Education/Certifications:
Community Coach
Swimming Canadian Open Qualifier
Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
High School Diploma
Clara has been swimming for 10 years, during this time academics was also an important focus. She has won 3 academic excellence awards. Clara will be attending uOttawa this fall to study and join the university’s swim team!
Favourite Post-Workout Snack: A McDonald’s Smoothie
“Everything happens for a reason.” – Unknown.
Kylie, Assistant Coach, Masters
Hometown: Leduc, AB
Education/Certifications:
Community Sport Coach
Swim for Life Instructor Trainer
Swim for Life Instructor
National Lifeguard
Kylie was a competitive swimmer for 6 years; and has 2 years of coaching experience for the Masters level.
Favourite Post-Workout Snack: Smoothies
What Do You Enjoy Most About Swimming?
“I enjoy the feeling of weightlessness and freedom in the water. It helps me to relax and calm my mind.”
“Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” – Michael Jordan
Kendra, Assistant Coach
Hometown: Halifax, NS
Education/Certifications:
Community Sport Coach
Lifesaving Instructor
Standard First Aid/ CPR Instructor
Bronze Examiner
National Lifeguard
Swim for Life Instructor
Inclusion Swim for Life Instructor
BSc in Mathematics at MSVU (Starting first year in September)
Kendra has been swimming with the CGCSA for 9 years and recently has become a coach! Kendra holds 5 club records and 9 provincial medals.
Favourite Post-Workout Snack: Grapes
What Do You Enjoy Most About Swimming?
“I enjoy the sense of peace I feel when I dive into the water.”
“Define success on your own terms, achieve it by your own rules, and build a life you’re proud to live.” – Anne Sweeney
Mallory, Assistant Head Coach, Gold Lead
Hometown: Halifax, NS
Education/Certifications:
NCCP Swimming 201 Trained
NCCP Swimming 101 Certified
Lifesaving Society Swim For Life Instructor
Lifesaving Society Instructor
Human Services Diploma, NSCC
Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma, Eastern College
“I have been working at the CGC since it opened in 2011.”
Mallory swam with the St. Margaret’s swim team for 6 years! Throughout Mallory’s swimming career, she has coached swimmers from 6 years to 70 years of age.
Favourite Post-Workout Snack: Chocolate milk
What Do You Enjoy Most About Swimming?
“Learning to work with the water to achieve your goals.”
“Persistence is far more important than perfection.” – Unknown