These coaches teach at top ranked spots and have great lesson fulfillment & student reviews.



Jewel Ausberry, affectionately known as MerJewel, is the heart and soul of MerJewel Swim Academy. With over 35 years of teaching experience, Jewel brings a unique blend of expertise, patience, and a natural ability to connect with students of all ages. Her lifelong passion for swimming began early as a high school swim team member for four years, and she later achieved lifeguard certification in her senior year. Jewel’s experience as an educator enhances her swim instruction, making her lessons engaging, effective, and tailored to each student’s needs. Known for her great sense of humor, Jewel creates a fun and relaxed atmosphere where swimmers feel confident and excited to learn. Whether working with babies, children, or adults, Jewel’s approach combines water safety, technical skill development, and lots of laughter to make every lesson a memorable experience.
"MerJewel Swim Academy has been a game-changer for our family! My child went from being afraid of the water to swimming confidently in just a few lessons. Jewel is patient, fun, and truly knows how to connect with kids. We highly recommend her!


French tutor since 2013, starting during an exchange in Tokyo. Specializing in 9th grades to adults, I use dedicated materials to drive success. Aligning with the CECRL framework, I guide you actively rather than just lecturing. My 1 hour sessions comprehensively cover speaking, listening, reading and writing. I maximize French immersion but comfortably use English for grammar and “Frenglish” for beginners to ensure absolute clarity.
"Perfect! She is patient and makes learning fun!! A great teacher.