Our Coaches
Oleh
Coach Oleh is a highly respected professional Head coach in swimming, bringing world-class experience and technical expertise to the DGN team.
As a former national team diver for Ukraine, Oleh specialized in the Men’s 10-meter and synchronized 10-meter events. His dedication and skill led him to compete at the 2020(1) Tokyo Olympics, where he and his synchronized partner achieved an outstanding 5th place finish on the world stage.
Now, Oleh is focused on developing the next generation of competitive swimmers in Winnipeg. With a keen eye for technique and a passion for athletic growth, he is dedicated to guiding young athletes as they take their first steps into the competitive swimming world.
In addition to his role as Head Coach, Oleh also oversees the Learn-to-Dive programs, helping new divers build confidence and master essential skills.
With his elite-level experience, professional approach, and commitment to excellence, Oleh is an invaluable leader in our coaching team.
🌊 Motto: Train with discipline, compete with heart!
Diana
Certified specialist in swimming and aquafitness.
From the age of 6 she was engaged in rhythmic gymnastics, and subsequently in swimming.
Prize-winner of youth competitions, participant of numerous seminars and master classes in swimming.
Has an individual approach when choosing a program:
– swimming for beginners
– correction of swimming technique
Purposeful, responsible, tolerant.
I teach you how to behave easily in the water environment and improve your swimming technique.
🌊Motto: no matter what happens, always move forward
Sofiia
Sofiia discovered her love for swimming at a young age and has been dedicated to the sport ever since. With 6 years of training and competition experience, she developed strong technical skills and a deep understanding of the water.
During high school, Sofiia joined the Dragon Swim Club, where she continued to grow as a swimmer and develop her passion for coaching. Now, as a valued member of the DGN coaching team, she enjoys working with swimmers of all ages and skill levels, helping them build confidence and improve their technique.
Sofiia is enthusiastic, supportive, and committed to creating a positive learning environment for every swimmer. Her goal is to make swimming an enjoyable and rewarding experience for everyone she coaches.
🌊 Motto: Swim with passion, grow with determination!
Mark
Mark is a dedicated and certified swimming coach, passionate about helping swimmers of all levels build confidence and refine their technique in the water.
From an early age, Mark was actively involved in sports, eventually finding his passion in competitive swimming. He has participated in various youth competitions and attended numerous seminars and masterclasses to continually enhance his coaching expertise.
Mark takes an individualized approach when designing training programs, offering:
✔️ Swimming lessons for beginners – developing fundamental skills and water confidence
✔️ Technique correction – improving efficiency and performance in the water
He is goal-driven, responsible, and patient, ensuring a comfortable and motivating environment for all swimmers. Mark’s coaching philosophy focuses on helping each individual feel natural in the water while continuously improving their swimming abilities.
🌊 Motto: Success in swimming starts with determination and consistency
