Coaches

Meet Coach Brandon!

Coach Brandon is entering his 9th season coaching for DSC, this season, he is coaching both the Senior and Sprint groups. He began his coaching career with the 6 & Under swimmers at the Beaconsfield Bluefins before bringing his experience and passion to DSC. Outside of the pool, Brandon holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Studies from Concordia University — combining a sharp analytical mind with his deep love for the sport.

Brandon’s swimming story is one for the books. He started at Beaconsfield at 14 and went from being last in his lane to becoming a National Champion and Canadian record holder. After a brief stint at Pointe-Claire, he rediscovered his love for the sport with DSC in 2017, swam faster than ever, and loved every second of it. He finished 20th at the 2024 Olympic Trials before retiring from competition.

His favourite thing about coaching is helping swimmers reach their goals — and watching them achieve more than they ever thought possible.

Favourite events: 100 Backstroke (SC) — with 50 Fly (LC) as a very close second
Fun fact: While competing and coaching at DSC, he spent about a year in a band playing shows all around the West Island
Instant mood booster: This Must Be The Place by Talking Heads
He’ll never stop talking about… the New York Giants
Post-meet meal of choice:  he largest steak possible with an all-dressed baked potato

“This club is one of my many passions, and I’m so grateful that my journey has brought me here. I’ve met so many wonderful people through this club and I look forward to knowing many more.”

Meet Coach Alexandra (Alex)!

Coach Alex has been part of the DSC family for almost 20 years. She first started swimming at DSC when she was just 5 years old in the Sharks program and spent more than 10 years as a swimmer before making the switch to coaching.

She has now been coaching at DSC for 11 years, working with both competitive and pre-competitive swimmers, and she’s excited to continue coaching and growing with the club.

Recently, Alex graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Kindergarten and Elementary Education and has also completed her Master’s Degree in Education. She currently works as a Kindergarten teacher and loves bringing that experience onto the pool deck and creating a positive, supportive environment where swimmers feel comfortable learning and making mistakes.

Her favourite thing about coaching is watching her swimmers’ confidence grow. At the regional level, she loves seeing athletes begin to truly believe in themselves, going from uncertain to proud of what they can accomplish. She’s passionate about helping swimmers build strong technical knowledge and understand their training.

Favourite event: 200 Breaststroke
Fun fact: She can play the drums and loves to read
Song that puts her in a good mood: Anything Taylor Swift
She’ll never stop talking about: Streamline!
Post-meet meal of choice: Pizza

Having grown up in the Dorval community, Alex feels very lucky to now work in the same community that played such a big role in her life. She cares deeply about creating a positive, encouraging environment for swimmers and families and is truly grateful for the trust and support she receives.

Meet Coach Kayden!

Coach Kayden is in her third season coaching TOPS 2, and she’s bringing both experience and creativity to the pool deck!

Kayden swam competitively for about 10 years, building a strong foundation in the sport and a real appreciation for technique. Her favourite thing about coaching is seeing swimmers improve and feel confident in their stroke — there’s nothing better than watching that hard work click.

Favourite strokes: Freestyle and Backstroke
Fun fact: She won a talent competition in 2024 and took home a cash prize for singing and playing piano!
Song that puts her in a good mood: Overcompensate by Twenty One Pilots
She’ll never stop talking about… music and music theory
Post-meet meal of choice: Spaghetti bolognese

With her competitive background and musical talent, Coach Kayden brings great energy, positivity, and rhythm to TOPS 2 this season!

Meet Coach Lindsey!

Coach Lindsey is in her third season coaching Age Group, bringing both high-level swimming experience and a passion for working with youth to the pool deck.

She trained in the highest group at DSC for six years and competed at the 2023 Canadian Swimming Trials, giving her firsthand experience with dedication, discipline, and what it takes to compete at the national level.

Outside of swimming, Lindsey is an intern at the CLSC in the youth and family counseling sector and has been pursuing her studies in this field for the past three years. Her love for helping young people shines through in everything she does. Her favourite part of coaching is facilitating learning — not just in swimming skills, but also in building confidence and life skills that extend far beyond the water.

Favourite events: 50 & 100 Butterfly
Fun fact: She has 6 siblings!
Song that puts her in a good mood: Pompeii by Bastille
She’ll never stop talking about… swimming!
Post-meet meal of choice: Pasta

Coach Lindsey is passionate about helping swimmers grow into strong athletes and even stronger individuals — both in and out of the pool.

Meet Coach Sofia!

Coach Sofia has been with DSC for 3 years — but her coaching journey with DSC started even earlier! She volunteered as an assistant coach for two years before officially joining the team, and she also helps create and coach practices for her school swim team. Safe to say…

Coaching is kind of her thing!

Sofia has been swimming since she was a baby (literally!). She swam every summer growing up, joined DSC at 7 years old, and trained with the club until she was 15, when an injury paused her competitive swimming journey. Her lifelong love for the sport is what makes her so passionate on deck today.

Her favourite thing about coaching is watching swimmers improve over time while building fun, exciting practices and great conversations along the way.

? Favourite stroke to coach: Butterfly
Fun fact: She’s double jointed!
Post-meet meal of choice: A good burger and fries

Coach Sofia loves creating a positive, energetic environment where swimmers can grow, work hard, and have fun doing it!