Meet Our Team

All Instructors are 21+ and CPR Certified

OWNER/INSTRUCTOR

Originally from Philadelphia/South Jersey, Coach Jay spent 20+ years working in television. Covid changed his life perspective and now his backyard side hustle has turned into a thriving small business. Coach Jay says if you are in his home, you are treated like family. And that treatment is given to every student, parent and instructors alike.

Coach Jay Conklin

INSTRUCTOR

Coach Taylor started with SDJ in 2024 and quickly became an invaluable member of the team. With her previous experience as a Summer Camp Activities Director, she was a natural fit and families and students alike immediately fell in love with her. Her smile and warmth are infectious, calming even our most anxious little swimmers. We’re all lucky to have her back.

Coach Taylor

INSTRUCTOR

Coach Alma is an artist who loves the water. She’s been enthusiastically teaching swim lessons for years. When she’s not in the water she enjoys baking, painting, and crafting. She also crafts unique lesson plans fit for each student’s specific needs.

Coach Alma

INSTRUCTOR

Coach Sadie likes to say that she could swim before she could walk! She grew up a competitive swimmer and has barely left the pool since. A Musical Theatre graduate who’s pursuing an acting career, Sadie’s passionate about creativity. In the pool, she strives to keep the art of learning to swim as fun as possible for our little ones.

Coach Sadie

INSTRUCTOR

Coach Savannah grew up swimming competitively for most of her youth. When not in the water, you could find her on stage, a true theater kid to her core. That “sparkle” helps make every class tons of fun for kids. With years of childcare experience, she’s a perfect fit for the SDJ Team!

Coach Savannah

Arya Stark Conklin

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT HOSTESS

If you have children who are hesitant around dogs, this is the dog to get over it with. Arya has the calmest demeanor of any dog you'll ever meet. She loves all the attention she gets from our customers. And she will be your best friend for just a couple of belly rubs.