“Little Fish…Little Fish”..... “Can You Swim?”

By Kimberly Crijns and Michelle Adair Barnden

Awesome Facilities, Awesome teacher. Its like being with a baby whisperer. Michelle has brought out the best in my sons.- Debbie, Sampson & Walter Gee. Darwin N.T.

From day one, Michelle has been absolutely fabulous with Ashley. Her teaching skills are extremely high, and she has a wonderful connection with children that makes them feel at ease & safe. The difference in Ashley in the water from coming here is the greatest. A big Thank-You to a wonderful lady. - Rhonda Smith. Darwin N.T.

I cannot believe the changes in my boys in just a matter of weeks!! I am so happy with the work Michelle has done, in such a short time!! The boys love coming for their lessons, And I will surely be recommending you to everyone. - Lisa, Khane & Hunter. Darwin N.T.

Without a doubt, Michelles swimming classes were the cornerstone of my boys swimming journeys. The passion & experience that was conveyed in Michelles classes has enabled them to be competent and confident swimmers. After learning to swim, the advancement in other areas of my childrens lives has been quite profound, a quiet confidence has materialised. - Clare, Jimmy & Flynn Darwin N.T.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Balboa Press
• Release date: May 27, 2014
• ISBN: 9781452594545

Kimberly Crijns

MICHELLE is a Teacher of Swimming who “Specialises” In Infant Aquatics, Who has her own Accredited Swim Centre in DARWIN, N.T. Michelle hails from Perth in Western Australia, Has Lived in Johannesburg, Then moved to California where she lived for many years before returning to Perth as a teenager. Michelle’s numerous vocations Include Teaching/Photography/Painting/Modelling/Mining & Haul Pac Driving/ Pearling/Poetry and Writer. Michelle wanted to pass on her skills & knowledge to others, giving them the confidence & Love of the water that she still possesses today. Michelle lived in the remote towns of Kununurra in the Kimberley’s in W.A, whilst employed as a Heavy Plant operator at one of the world’s largest diamond mines. Michelle also lived in Broome in W.A, Where she immersed herself in the Pearling Industry, Learning all Facets of the industry, from working on the boats, Grooming & collecting shell, Grading pearls and all the processes in between. Both are magical parts of the world for Inspiration & Growth. Michelle has a passion for people & loves seeing the exchange of knowledge and the rewards that follow, from giving the “GIFT” Of “Swimming for life” Not only for children but for many adults as well.

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