Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, Lindsay’s swimming journey began at the age of six, when she started swimming competitively. She went on to represent Junior South Africa, developing a strong foundation in competitive swimming from an early age.

Lindsay moved to Dubai in 2001 to join Emirates cabin crew, where she spent seven years before returning to her passion for swimming and beginning her coaching career in 2011 at GEMS Wellington School as a swim and assistant squad coach.

Since then, Lindsay has gained extensive coaching experience across Dubai and Sharjah, working with multiple swim programmes and progressing into site leadership and management. She has also opened and managed swimming programmes at schools across the UAE.

Lindsay is passionate about sharing her experience with swimmers and creating a positive environment where they can develop their skills, build confidence and enjoy their swimming journey.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2025 – Highfield Level 3 International Award in Emergency First Aid & CPR for all ages
• 2024 – STA Safeguarding  in the Aquatic Environment UAE
  2024 – STA Level 2 Award for Safety Award for Teachers
• 2017 – ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher
• 2015 – International Award in Swimming Pool Safety
• 2011 – ASA UKCC Level 1 award in Teaching Aquatics
• 2010 – Elizabeth Smith Instructors Course, Babies

INTERESTS:

• Spending quality time with family
• Socializing with girl friends
• Having a braai at home