Welcome, my name is Shelley Valera, Master Instructor at Born 2 Swim Aquatic Academy. Born and raised in Miami, FL, I am the proud mother of a five year old boy named Dominick and a dedicated wife.

Athletics have always been a big part of my life. Being a four time Junior Olympic Champion, taught me that anything I put my mind to, I could and have succeeded in. When my son was first born, I was determined to teach him how to swim. Living in Miami and taking frequent trips to the Florida Keys, my husband and I knew it was imperative that our son learn how to swim. We found a swim school near our home and began attending classes. After a few sessions, we were not comfortable with the results and Dominick was definitely not enjoying his lessons. We took him out of that swim school and immediately began searching for a school that would meet our expectations. Then we found BORN 2 SWIM.

BORN 2 SWIM ASTONISHED ME. There is nothing more comforting than knowing your child could survive in the water on his/her own. This experience touched me in so many ways that I decided I wanted to make a difference. Teaching children has ALWAYS been a life long dream of mine. Working towards a degree in “education”, I decided to take my education background and apply it towards something that would not only fulfill my dreams, but make a difference as well.

I believe you too will be astonished once you experience what we at BORN 2 SWIM can teach your child/children. I hope to see you soon, and remember, there is no better feeling than knowing your child/children will survive.

CERTIFICATIONS: Red Cross W.S.I certification in swim instruction, Lifeguard. Training and First Aid, Preventing Disease Transmission, Fundamentals of Instructor Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer and AED Essentials.