Our Team
Expert coaches. Real credentials. One focus.
Every Swimly coach is certified, experienced, and trained in Jason’s coaching philosophy. Your progress is the only metric that matters.
Head coach & founder
Jason Cram
Career highlights
- 2000 World Lifesaving Championships 200M Obstacles —
Gold
- 2002 Commonwealth Games 4×200M Freestyle Relay —
Gold
- 2002 Pan Pacific Championships 4×200M Relay —
Gold
- 2003 World Championship 4×200M Relay —
Gold
Founder & Head Coach
The coach who took 18 years to learn what he teaches in one.
With 20 years of elite competitive swimming, 5 years on the Australian national team, and gold medals at the Commonwealth Games, World Championships, and World Lifesaving Championships — Jason Cram brings credentials that are genuinely rare in private coaching.
Raised on the beaches of Wollongong as a Surf Lifesaver, Jason’s relationship with water goes far beyond competition. After retiring he became a Master Scuba Diving Instructor, lifeguard, and underwater photographer — teaching on private yachts and working with some of the world’s most influential people.
Now he channels all of that — the elite knowledge, the life experience, the 18 years of understanding what swimming actually gives you — into helping everyday Australians change their relationship with water.
Swim Australia Teacher
Swim Australia Teacher of Competitive Strokes
Swim Australia Certificate Advanced Aquaphobia Coach
World Open Water Swimming Coach
PADI Master Scuba Diving Instructor
The team
Senior instructors & coaches.
Antonette Jayona
Senior Instructor
Accredited swim teacher, passionate Surf Lifesaver, and active patrol member of the Australian Lifeguard Service. Specialises in aquaphobia and trauma-aware coaching — calm, reassuring presence in every session.
- AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- AustSwim Access & Inclusion
- Surf Lifesaving Australia Gold Medallion
Nathan Taplin
Advanced Coach
Secondary school teacher, competitive swimmer, and water safety advocate. 2021 Australian Swimming Championships competitor. Specialises in breaststroke technique — national level insight with a clear teaching style.
- Swim Australia Teacher
- Swim Australia Teacher of Competitive Strokes
Hyun Soo Hwang
Advanced Coach
Former national-level swimmer and performance coach with 3+ years hands-on coaching. Sport Science student blending elite technical insight with a calm, supportive approach for competitive and adult swimmers.
- Competitive swimming — national level
- 3+ years coaching experience
- Sport Science student
Ruby Hawkes
Performance Coach
Ruby brings both warmth and precision to her coaching at Swimly. She has a natural gift for working with beginner adults, helping them overcome nerves and develop water confidence at their own pace. With kids aged 7 and up, she creates a fun, supportive environment that builds strong foundations while keeping lessons engaging.
For competitive swimmers, Ruby offers a sharp technical eye. She’s passionate about fine-tuning stroke mechanics, helping athletes gain efficiency and speed. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to shave seconds off your race time, Ruby’s approach blends encouragement with expertise to bring out the best in every swimmer.
- AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Pool Lifeguard Licence
- SLSA Bronze Medallion
Victoria Paoletta Jennings
Senior Instructor
Victoria brings a unique blend of technical precision and calm energy to the Swimly team. She specialises in working with beginner adults, helping them overcome water anxiety and build foundational confidence at a comfortable pace. As a Pilates instructor, she also integrates body awareness and core stability into her lessons — a holistic approach to stroke correction you won’t find elsewhere.
Drawing on her background as a UK national-level competitive swimmer, Victoria has a keen eye for fine-tuning mechanics. She excels at breaking down complex skills into simple, effective drills that improve efficiency and flow. Whether you’re in the water for the first time or mastering your technique, Victoria’s expertise ensures a supportive and transformative experience.
- AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Pilates Qualified Instructor
- UK national-level competitive swimmer
Certifications
Every instructor is fully certified.
Every Swimly team member is certified by Swim Australia, Austswim, ASSA, the Institute of Aquaphobia, and PADI. Our team constantly upskills — attending conferences and workshops to bring the most effective and current coaching methods to every session.
Swim Australia
AustSwim
ASSA
Institute of Aquaphobia
PADI
Client reviews
What our clients say
Real reviews from across all Swimly programs.
5.0
Google Reviews
“I absolutely love Swimly! The instructors are knowledgeable, friendly and very patient. The lessons are tailored to each individual student and I have seen great improvement in my skills since starting private lessons. I highly recommend this service.”
Word of Mouth Review
“Incredible instructor. In just a few sessions Jason has dramatically improved my stroke, comfort and speed in the water. Technical understanding and intuitive, encouraging approach to coaching is amazing. Would highly recommend!”
Matt
“I wholeheartedly endorse Jason and his team. With 20 years of competitive swimming experience, including 5 years as an Australian Team member and a Gold Medalist in international competitions, Jason brings unparalleled technical mastery, passion for safety and love of the ocean.”
Superprof Review
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