Poway | Ramona | Julian

858-284-7671

WEEKDAYS: 8:00am - 6:00pm. SATURDAY: 8:00am - 3:00pm. SUNDAY: CLOSED

About Us

From First Splash to Strong Strokes, we Swim Smart, we Swim Giddy!

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Welcome to Giddy Swimmers where we believe that everyone can learn to swim—no matter their age, experience, or starting point. Our mission is to create confident, capable swimmers in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.

We are a private and semi-private swim school specializing in instruction for all ages, from young beginners to adults looking to refine skills or overcome water anxiety. By keeping class sizes small, we’re able to tailor each lesson to the individual, ensuring personalized attention and steady progress.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All of our instructors are professionally trained and hold current CPR and water safety certifications, giving families peace of mind while students focus on learning and growing in the water.

At Giddy Swimmers, we know that learning to swim is about more than technique—it’s about confidence, trust, and enjoying the process. Whether your goal is water safety, skill development, or simply feeling comfortable in the pool, we’re here to guide every stroke of the journey.

Because swimming isn’t just a skill—it’s a life skill.

Meet Our Team

Guidiani Allred

Co-Founder - Head Instructor - CA

With over 25 years of experience in swim instruction and coaching, Guidiani brings a lifelong passion for aquatics and water safety to every lesson. Having competed in water polo and worked with students of all ages and backgrounds, she specialize in building confidence, refining technique, and helping each swimmer reach their full potential in and out of the water.

Brandon Allred

Co-Founder - Operations/Finance

With over 15 years of experience in operations and business leadership, Brandon has built and managed organizations with a focus on efficiency, growth, and exceptional customer experience. He believes that swimming is not just a sport — it is a life-saving skill and a powerful confidence builder.

Claire Odenwalder

Lead Swim Instructor - CA

With years of swim instruction experience, Claire's time as an athlete has developed a deep understanding of water safety, stroke technique, and skill progression for swimmers of all levels. She's spent many years working with children in and out of the water, and is passionate about creating a positive, patient, and confidence-building environment where every student can learn and thrive.

Avonlea Hammonds

Swim Instructor - CA

With several years of hands-on teaching experience, she brings both skill and enthusiasm to every lesson she leads. As a current water polo player, she combines her strong aquatic background with a genuine passion for instructing, helping swimmers of all ages build confidence, improve technique, and develop a lifelong love for the water.

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