Singapore’s Gold Standard Swim School
For over 25 years, Marsden Swim School has been Singapore’s exclusive tier-one AUSTSWIM-accredited swim school, teaching everyone from four-month-old infants to competitive squad swimmers.
25 Years of Teaching Singapore to Swim
What started as a small swim school has grown into Singapore’s most respected aquatic education provider, the only Gold Standard AUSTSWIM school in the country.
Across our indoor heated pools, we’ve taught thousands of Singaporeans to swim: from nervous toddlers taking their first plunge with a parent, to competitive squad athletes chasing personal-best times. Our approach hasn’t changed: small classes, certified coaches, and the belief that every swimmer deserves to feel safe, confident, and challenged in the water.
Three Pillars of Marsden
Personalized Small Classes
A maximum of 5 students per class ensures every swimmer gets individual attention, feedback, and coaching tailored to their pace.
Certified Expert Coaches
Every coach holds AUSTSWIM certification. Our squad coaches add ASCTA accreditation and NROC (Singapore) qualifications on top.
Purpose-Built Facilities
Indoor heated, salt-chlorinated pools that are gentle on skin. Sheltered from Singapore’s sun and rain, with 25m and 50m squad training pools.
Meet Our Directors
Sam Jackson
Managing Director & Coach
With 10+ years teaching swimming, Sam is passionate about helping all ages find confidence and joy in the water, from toddlers meeting the pool for the first time to competitive swimmers chasing personal bests. He leads Marsden with a commitment to fun, safe, professional coaching at the highest standard.
Qualifications
- Bachelors of Sports and Leisure Management
- Swim Australia Teacher of Competitive Swimming
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Water Safety
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infants
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Competitive Strokes
- ASCTA Bronze
- Singapore SwimSafer
- NCAP Singapore Swimming Level 1
Arnaud D’enfert
Head of Aquatics
Arnaud’s coaching philosophy: learn how to use the water instead of fighting it. A former member of the French Modern Pentathlon team for 10+ years, he coaches all levels, from babies to adults, from beginners to elite triathletes and competitive swimmers.
Qualifications
- Singapore SG Coach Level 1
- France Swimming Coach Level 1
- Australia ASCTA Bronze license
- Australia AUSTSWIM: babies, toddlers, competitive strokes
- 10-year member, French Modern Pentathlon team
Certified Swim Coaches
Every coach on our team holds current CPR/AED certification and is certified by an internationally recognised swim-teaching authority. Accreditations across our team include AUSTSWIM, ASCTA, NROC, and SSI, alongside life-saving and additional coaching credentials.
Amanda
Swimming Teacher
I bring vibrant energy to every class, pushing swimmers to achieve their best. For those needing extra reassurance, my gentle, warm smile makes them feel completely supported.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- CPR & AED Certified
Bridget
Swimming Teacher
Bridget brings warmth, patience, and structure to every class, helping swimmers build water confidence step by step. She’s committed to safe, technique-focused teaching that keeps students engaged and progressing at their own pace.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- NROC (National Registry of Coaches), in progress
- Singapore Life Saving Society Certification
- Bronze Medallion
- CPR & AED Certified
Claire
Swimming Teacher
With a patient, step-by-step approach, I adapt to each student’s unique learning pace. I create an encouraging environment where swimmers from beginners to advanced reach their personal best.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- CPR & AED Certified
Dominic
Swimming Teacher
I am dedicated to making every lesson safe and enjoyable. I help swimmers of all ages and levels build water confidence, master proper technique, and develop a lifelong love for swimming.
Qualifications
- SSI Swim Teaching Certification
- CPR & AED Certified
Hidayah Nurul
Swimming Teacher
In the pool, I share my passion for the water by building confidence and enjoyment in every swimmer. For me, teaching swimming goes beyond technique, it’s about fostering courage and self-belief.
Qualifications
- Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA)
- Current CPR and AED Certificate
- Singapore Life Saving Society Awards 1, 2 & 3
Mark Netto
Swimming Teacher
A lifelong water lover and father of two teenage daughters, Mark shares his passion by building water confidence and enjoyment in every swimmer, creating a safe, enjoyable environment that keeps them coming back.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Current CPR and AED Certificate
- Singapore Life Saving Society Awards 1, 2 & 3
- Sport Singapore, Foundational Sport Science
Mathias
Swimming Teacher
Combining positive encouragement with structured guidance, I tailor my coaching to every swimmer. I ensure every student feels supported, motivated, and excited to celebrate progress at every milestone.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- CPR & AED Certified
Mervin
Swimming Teacher
Mervin’s approach is patience-first: water confidence before anything else, guided by clear instruction and small achievable steps. He helps young swimmers overcome hesitation and gradually build lasting trust in the water.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Current CPR and AED Certificate
Oliver
Swimming Teacher
I bring energy and care to every class, empowering swimmers of all backgrounds. I build strong water confidence and refined stroke techniques while keeping every lesson dynamic, rewarding, and fun.
Qualifications
- AUSTSWIM: Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Singapore Life Saving Society Awards 1, 2 & 3
- CPR & AED Certified
Patrick
Swimming Teacher
Every swimmer learns differently. Patrick uses games, gentle encouragement, and step-by-step guidance to help each student succeed, creating a safe, fun environment where confidence grows with every lesson.
Qualifications
- Swim Coaches and Teachers Australian (SCTA)
- SCTA Baby/Toddlers, Children & Adults
- CPR & AED Certified
- Bronze Medallion
Rashid
Swimming Teacher
Rashid’s pool is a place where children feel safe, supported, and inspired. He helps swimmers discover their potential, build confidence step by step, and celebrate every milestone, instilling a lifelong love of swimming.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Education, EdD
- Certified Swimming Coach (American Swimming Coaches Association)
- Singapore Life Saving Society Awards 1, 2 & 3
- Standard CPR + AED (Singapore First Aid Training Centre)
Veronica
Swimming Teacher
10+ years of aquatic experience. Veronica believes great swimmers are built on water safety, proper breathing, and precise stroke coordination, and creates a safe, engaging atmosphere where students of every age can master the core skills.
Qualifications
- NROC, SG-Coach Level 1, Singapore Aquatics
- Level 2 Teaching Aquatics, ASA (London)
- Singapore Lifesaving Society Awards 1, 2 & 3
- First Aid / AED, SRFAC
Trusted, Certified, Accountable
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