Aquatics Supervisor

Miss Anastasiia Medvedieva

My name is Anastasiia Medvedieva, but my students know me as Miss Ana.

I have been swimming all my life, started synchronize swimming at 6 years of age and competed for 9 years. I currently hold my First Aid, Freediving AIDA level 3, PADI rescue diver certificates. I am also an experienced, trained and certified diver and freediver.

I consider myself to be very kind, empathetic, and understanding. I like to think I’m quite responsible, nurturing and patient, but stern when needed. My method of teaching is about building relationships with my swimmers. I really enjoy having fun in the water while still ensuring all my students are learning and safe. I feel that trust is the most important foundation with any relationship, and I prioritize gaining that with each and every student I meet! I like to motivate children through encouraging words and giving them something to look forward to, such as swim-related games at the end of a lesson.

I have visited and lived in different countries around the world, and I enjoy learning about their cultures. I speak four languages: English, Ukraine, Russian and Chinese (Mandarin).

My Life is one exciting adventure, and I want to know more about yours!

Aquatics Supervisor

Ms. Emily Pratt

I am excited to join Northstar Montessori and will work to ensure that Northstar Aquatics continues to offer high-quality programs and services to our students and visitors.

Growing up I have always enjoyed sports such as gymnastics, dance, volleyball, and flag football. Nonetheless, my true love has always been swimming, which started at a very young age. I have recently graduated from York University, Glendon College with a Specialized Honours BA in Sociology and a French Bilingual Certificate.

I have wealth of experience in aquatics supervision and administration for a large municipality as well as the private sector and for many years I have taught both the Red Cross and the Lifesaving swim programs. I am currently an Advanced Instructor/Examiner, First Aid Instructor/Examiner, and an Instructor Trainer. However, my favourite qualifications that I hold is a swim instructor because it allows me to find fun and creative ways to educate children while working on their individual swim abilities. I believe it is essential for children to know how to swim; as it is a great life skill and lifesaving tool.

I am highly motivated and dedicated to provide an educational and enjoyable learning swim experience to all students. I look forward to growing with Northstar Aquatics and cannot wait to see what the future holds.

(Currently on maternity leave)