Mary McGovern
Education & Certifications:
Master of Science in Nursing Education from SUNY Empire State College and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Fordham University. Plus, I am a Registered Nurse with BLS/CPR certification.
Specialties:
I have worked at the fitness center in the Nursing Department for the past year. However, when I’m not in my nursing role, you can usually find me in the pool, my favorite place! I have experience teaching both beginners and experienced swimmers, from school-aged children to adults. I am passionate about teaching the sport of swimming for safety, recreation, and competition.
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Fun Fact:
I love swimming outdoors, especially in lakes, and have grown to love the experience of swimming at night. This swim adventure requires several kayakers to guide the swimmers and various lighted devices to help the swimmers be more recognizable in the dark — lighted swim buoys, glow sticks in swim caps, and glow bracelets hung from goggle straps. Swimming under the stars and moonlight is indescribable. You just have to give it a try!
Why did you go into Aquatics instruction?
I started swimming competitively at age ten and was privileged to earn a spot on the Section IV team for the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Girls Swimming and Diving Championships and the Central Team for Swimming for the Empire State Games. I swam for a few years in college and am a member of the Binghamton University Masters Swimming team. I enjoy sharing my love for the sport and helping others learn to swim to their fullest potential.