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Dylan Gillespie

Dylan

Dylan Gillespie is excited to return to the VAC as a coach, where their own swimming journey began. With over 10 years of competitive swimming experience, years of teaching swim lessons, and ongoing participation in triathlons and open water events, he brings a deep passion and understanding of the sport.

Joining the team as a young swimmer gave him the chance to build lifelong friendships, develop self-discipline, and cultivate accountability and confidence—skills that continue to guide them every day.

As a coach, Dylan aims to create a welcoming environment where every swimmer feels safe and encouraged to strive for their personal best. They emphasize strong technique and are dedicated to helping each athlete set and surpass their own goals. Dylan looks forward to guiding swimmers as they grow, not just as athletes, but as confident, disciplined individuals.

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Competitive Swim Group

Level: Intermediate – Advanced Competitive Group Despite the name, this group isn’t for anyone who simply wants to be competitive—it’s the next level after White. Athletes in this group are usually at least 9 years old (but most are a few years older) and can legally complete 25 yards of

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Varsity Swim Group

Junior Group Junior level athletes are near “perfect” in all four strokes, and are able to take on more and harder challenges. The expectation is to further perfect all strokes while adding in training for all energy systems. This group will follow a periodization schedule. Coaches Jen Hand, Jenna Prodromides 

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