06/06/2026
As we move into celebrating one year of operation, the three staff members who have been with Serenity Swimming since the beginning were asked to reflect on their experience and this is what they had to say;
Cidney- Senior Instructor/ Social Media Manager (new)/ Level 2 SW Certified
"Working at Serenity Swimming has become one of my favorite parts of the day. I look forward to my time teaching kids of all different abilities and being able to share my life long passion for swimming with my students. The company culture at Serenity Swimming is unlike any other position I have held in the past; it truly does feel like a big family. We are all involved in keeping things running smoothly throughout the day and supporting each other in any way we can. I have held my RBT certification for nearly 5 years now and getting to be able to better support kiddos with different needs in this setting has been immensely rewarding. I am beyond proud of Jenni and all that she has accomplished in bringing her vision to life and I look forward to the many years to come for us and our community."
Lauren- Aquatic Fitness Instructor/ Assistant Manager/ Level 2 SW Certified
"One year ago, I walked into Serenity Swimming for what I thought would be just another swim‑instructing job. Instead, I was welcomed into a swim facility that isn’t just here to teach individuals how to swim, but to help them stay safe, make smart choices in and around the water, and carry their confidence far beyond their lessons and into the world.
My name is Lauren, and over the past year I’ve had the joy of teaching 1:1 private lessons, leading our pre‑swim teams, and running our aquatic fitness classes. With my background in Exercise Science, I’ve been able to bring biomechanics, motor learning, injury prevention, and conditioning directly into the water, helping swimmers move efficiently, safely, and confidently.
As a graduate Exercise Science student, my favorite part of the job has become our aquatic fitness classes. I love bringing evidence‑based training principles into the pool and showing people just how powerful water can be for strength, mobility, and overall wellness.
Most of all, I love knowing that I get to teach individuals of all ages and abilities a fun, empowering, and truly lifesaving skill.
Here’s to year one — and many more to come!"
Sami- Senior Instructor
"I joined the Serenity Swimming family in August 2025 and immediately felt welcomed and valued. It had been 10 years since I had last taught swim lessons, and it felt wonderful to have swimming back in my life. Each week, I look forward to being in the pool and working with my swim students. I also enjoy seeing and collaborating with the other instructors as we support one another and help our students succeed.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my experience has been watching children develop their skills, gain confidence, and become safer in the water. Seeing their growth over time is incredibly fulfilling.
It has been a pleasure working for Jenni, an owner who genuinely cares about her employees' well-being and happiness. She has clearly poured her heart into Serenity Swimming and the Frederick community. Jenni cares not only about me as an employee but also as a person, and she has shown the same care and interest in my children.
Jenni has created a truly unique swim lesson environment. It is the first place where I have taught exclusively one-on-one lessons that focus on each child's individual growth and progress. Rather than simply checking off swim skills, we are continually building confidence, improving technique, and reinforcing water safety in a way that meets each child where they are.
I feel very fortunate to be part of the Serenity Swimming family and am excited to see what the future holds under Jenni's leadership."
