Sarah Gutierrez 

Sarah has been teaching swimming for over 20 years and has experience teaching all ages and abilities. She wants to help you meet YOUR aquatic goals. It is Sarah's belief that when swimmers accomplish something they did not think possible, it is 'equivalent to winning a gold medal'. She encourages swimmers to carry the confidence they gain in the pool into other parts of their lives. She also loves to create a welcoming community at the pool to enrich the membership experience. When she isn't on the pool deck you will find her playing tennis, practicing yoga, hanging with friends and traveling. 

Sarah is currently available on Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays. 

Serina Ayers-Banker

Serina is a seasoned swim instructor with over two decades of experience, blending her expertise as an elementary school teacher with her passion for swimming. Recently embarking on motherhood herself, she saw an opportunity to create a unique bonding experience for parents and their children through her "Parent and Me" swimming classes. These sessions not only foster a fun and nurturing environment but also serve as an educational platform where parents learn techniques to promote swimming skills while in the water with their little ones. Serina's dedication to both teaching and swimming shines through in her commitment to providing a safe, engaging, and enriching experience for families.

Serina is currently available on Saturdays. 

Zach Phillips

Zach has been coaching swimming and water polo for nearly 10 years, with experience teaching all ages and skill levels. Growing up in Palo Alto, he trained with PASA, MCAC, and Stanford Water Polo, and has extensive experience with USA Swimming. He recently graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Computer Science Engineering, where he also played water polo.

Zach's coaching approach focuses on meeting students where they are, building their confidence, and inspiring them to develop a lifelong enthusiasm for sports.

Outside of coaching, Zach enjoys powerlifting, hiking, and skiing. He is also preparing for law school, having recently taken the LSAT and is planning to apply in the fall. Zach is eager to help students ignite their passion for swimming and water polo. 

Zach is currently available on Saturdays. 

Andrew Scheiner

Andrew has been teaching across the street at Stanford West Apartments for the last ten years. He has 21+ years of teaching experience all around the Peninsula. His expertise includes all ages, from infant through adults. 

Andrew is currently coach Masters at LRD on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays.