Coach Monica Ospina started coaching and teaching back in her home country of Colombia in 1999 and formed Monica Ospina Swim Academy in 2003. She has 23 years of experience leading lessons for babies, children, adults, prenatal aquatic stimulation and people with special needs.

Since moving to North Carolina in 2021, she has coached and taught in Triangle Aquatics Center, Raleigh Swimming Association, Gypsy Divers, and Seven Oaks Racquet and Swim Club.

Coach Monica started USA Swimming Certificates in 2022 with a heavy focus on FINA technique of the four styles of swimming, water entrances, flip turns, Olympic lap, push off and dive.

Monica Ospina also is Padi DiveMaster,Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, and Red Cross CPR, first aid & AED certified. She speaks Spanish and English and currently studies French. She continues teaching new and competitive swimmers and supporting them with her experience and holistic methodology.

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