Jessica Benton
Aquatics Assistant Manager
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor’s in Educational Studies and a minor in ASL from Keuka College, Master’s in Teaching from Converse College, American Red Cross Lifeguard, and CPR/AED/First Aid certified.
Specialties:
Stroke correction for all four strokes, Beginner Swim Lessons, Training for all levels and ages (works very well with younger children and with adults), and Water Safety Instruction.
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Fun Fact:
I have traveled the US doing Synchronized Swimming as a swimmer and coach. I was a 4th-grade teacher in South Carolina and New York and have taught preschool in Endicott, NY. I have been to 15 states and swam in a pool in each state.
Why did you go into Aquatics instruction?
I have been in the water for as long as I can remember. Before moving to South Carolina, I started teaching lessons at the Boys and Girls Club of Western Broome. I continued to teach private swim lessons in South Carolina for eight years.
Jessica’s Success Stories
Karleen L.
I had been trying to learn to swim for years. I took classes at other gyms and was stuck on initial breathing and basic swim stroke. I started to believe that I would never swim. I gave it another go and was paired up with Jessica, who is remarkable. Jessica boosted my confidence in my first week as I was kicking across the pool. Even today, I hear her in my ear, saying, “You Got This!” When I signed up, I expected to master one stroke, but within two 8-week sessions, I learned three: breaststroke, backstroke, and freestyle. She also built up my endurance. Before I knew it, I was in the lap pool swimming. This year, I took a vacation, and I could swim in the pool for the first time! Jessica has a gift. Jessica made every step of my journey easy. I am now a proud swimmer and, dare I say, “mermaid!”
Mary G.
Our family joined Lourdes at the beginning of the summer 2023. We were looking to improve our swimming skills. As swim lessons were considered, we were fortunate enough to have Miss Jessica take our request for lessons! From the start, Miss Jessica provided a safe and challenging environment for both of our kids, continually reassessing needs and developing a plan to keep improving. We have received several compliments on how strong our kids have become, and we have been told how wonderful their swimming strokes look. THANKS SO MUCH, Miss Jessica!
Lindsay B.
We will forever be thankful for Miss Jessica and all she did for our son, from getting him over his fear of going underwater, to guiding and teaching him to be a successful swimmer. She provided such a nurturing and challenging environment, and he thrived. Thank you, thank you, Miss Jessica!