Samantha Seidner, Assistant Aquatics Director
Year started at WC:
2018
Philosophy:
Committed to providing an enjoyable swimming experience for swimmers of all ages and abilities, while also providing a challenging and positive teaching and training environment in which all may feel empowered to succeed as champions in life through excellence in swimming.
Education/Experience:
B.A. Child Psychology, Xavier University
B.A. Early Childhood Education, Xavier University
Certifications:
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, J. Ellis & Associates Lifeguard, USA Swimming Coach, American Swim Coaches Association Level 3, USA Masters Swimming Coach.
Fun fact:
Bucket List MUST; go dog sledding in Alaska.
Eugune Karabanov: Assistant Aquatics Director
Philosophy
“We live in a complex world. There are many variations of “reality.” Perspective and perception rule our minds. The best way to traverse our existence is to be flexible and attempt to put yourself in ‘other people’s shoes.’ We aren’t mind readers so opening up to people is the best way to find a common ground.”
Started at WC:
2018
Years Experience:
10+ Years of competitive swimming, 8 years of teaching swimming, 5+ years of coaching swimming, 7 years of management experience, 4+ years of pool operation
Certifications:
Lifeguard/CPR/FA/AED, Water Safety Instructor, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, Certified Pool Operator, Lifeguard Management, USA Swim Coach.
Fun Fact:
My wife and I spend a lot of time with my dog, Leo. He’s a Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier that is a bundle of energy and he loves everyone and everything. A large portion of our free daylight time is spent taking him to dog parks so he can make new friends!
Debra Quigley, Water Fitness Coordinator, Aquatic Personal Trainer
Year started at WC:
2006, with 18 years of total experience.
Philosophy:
The only true disability in life is a bad attitude.
Education/Experience:
Arthritis Foundation, AEA, SCW Fitness, ATRI, USWFA, Arthritis Exercise Specialist for Aquatics and land, Aquatic Rehab Therapy Institute Member, Active Aging Coach
Certifications:
Arthritis Exercise Leader, Master Aquatic Instructor, National Instructor Trainer of Water FItness, Aqua Stretch, Hydro Pilates, Personal Training
Accomplishments/Fun Fact:
Pioneered the Arthritis Aquatic/YMCA program at the SSYMCA, designed and developed “Hydro Challenge” exclusively for the Weymouth Club, developed Hydro HIIT and Tabata Aqua for the Weymouth Club.
Michael Brooks: Weymouth Waves Head Coach
Philosophy
striving for excellence; always learning
Started at WC:
2018
Years Experience:
4
Education:
B.A. Carleton College (English),
B.A. Univ. of Utah (History),
M.A. Univ. of Notre Dame (History)
Accomplishments:
USA National Team coaching staff many times; one of my York swimmers, Hali Flickinger, made the USA Olympic team in Rio 2016; many swimmers have made the USA National Team and USA National Junior Team.
