01 and Career

Coaching, Sports
& Events

More than half a decade developing athletes, managing aquatic facilities, and working the ground at some of the world's biggest events and across two countries and counting.

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Years in sport
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Roles held
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Runners supported · Boston Marathon

Multiple disciplines.
One calling.

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AQUATICS
Swimming Coach

More than half a decade in the water and from Bangalore apartment pools to Boston College's competitive facility. Worked with kids who were terrified of water, adults chasing technique, and seniors looking for movement. Every student got a plan built around them.

Aquatics2021–Present
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MARTIAL ARTS
Karate Instructor

Coached karate to children aged 6–13 across two Bangalore schools and building more than just technique. Confidence, focus, and self-discipline were always the real goals. Also ran a self-defence programme for 100+ students from underserved communities with Dream School Foundation.

Martial Arts2022–2025
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Pool Manager

Ran day-to-day operations at AquaEdge Bangalore and budgeting, vendor management, lesson scheduling, facility upkeep. Learned quickly that a well-run pool is what lets good coaching actually happen.

Management2021–2024

Career Timeline

Jun 2026 to Present
Associate Aquatics Director
Charles River YMCA · Boston, MA, USA
  • Recruiting, scheduling and supervising lifeguard and instructor personnel across aquatic programmes
  • Working with the Aquatic Director to develop and monitor the aquatics budget and daily facility operations
  • Overseeing instructional swim programmes and providing ongoing training and development for aquatic staff
  • Teaching and guarding as needed, building relationships with members and assisting them in reaching their goals
  • Coordinating safety and quality training, drills, and documentation in conjunction with the Aquatic Director
  • Supporting special events, maintaining programme records, and liaising with community agencies and schools
Jun 2026 to Present
Head Lifeguard
City of Somerville Parks and Recreation · Somerville, MA, USA
  • Supervising swimming activities and lifeguard staff at the aquatics facility, ensuring safety procedures are followed at all times
  • Overseeing lifeguard rotation schedules and enforcing pool rules and water safety guidelines
  • Responding to emergencies, administering first aid, CPR, and rescue techniques as required
  • Inspecting pool facilities and equipment, and assisting with water chemistry testing
  • Conducting swimming lessons under the direction of the Pool Manager and documenting all incidents accurately
Feb 2026 to Present
Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
Town of Brookline · Brookline, MA, USA
  • Ensuring the safety of all pool patrons through active surveillance and fast emergency response
  • Delivering swim instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels within the community
  • Maintaining a safe, inclusive environment that serves a diverse range of community members
Feb 2026 to May 2026
Swim Instructor
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA, USA
  • Delivered one-on-one and small group swim lessons for all levels and from people who'd never been in a pool to competitive swimmers looking to sharpen their technique
  • Assessed each swimmer individually and adjusted instruction to match where they actually were, not where a curriculum said they should be
  • Handled scheduling, payment tracking, and client communication independently
Feb 2025 to May 2026
Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
Boston College · Chestnut Hill, MA, USA
  • Instructed private and group swim lessons for students ranging from complete beginners to advanced swimmers and assessing individual needs and tailoring every session accordingly
  • Monitored aquatic areas and led emergency response using advanced first aid and rescue protocols
  • Received the Student Staff Achievement Award and Employee of the Month Award for outstanding performance and reliability
Jul 2023 to Jan 2025
Freelance Karate Coach
St. Vincent Pallotti School · Bangalore, India
  • Coached karate to students aged 6–13 and building discipline, confidence, and physical awareness alongside technique
  • Structured sessions to keep kids engaged while still progressing through the fundamentals properly
Jul 2022 to Jul 2024
Karate Coach
The Regency Public School · Bangalore, India
  • Ran the school's karate programme for students aged 6–12, working within the academic calendar and school sports framework
  • Focused on sportsmanship, focus, and consistent physical development
Feb 2022 to Jan 2025
Private Swimming Coach
Independent · Bangalore, India
  • Ran my own swim coaching practice and 1-on-1 and small group sessions for kids, adults, and senior citizens
  • Built training plans around each individual's goals, not a template. Some wanted to survive the pool. Others wanted to compete. Both required a different approach
  • Grew the practice through word of mouth and repeat clients across Bangalore
Mar 2023 to Mar 2024
Swimming Coach / Teacher
Flurn Technologies · Bangalore, India
  • Taught swimming to children and adults across all skill levels and from first splash to structured competitive training
  • Designed lesson plans that progressed students meaningfully without rushing them through skills they hadn't properly locked in
May 2021 to Jun 2024
Pool Manager
AquaEdge · Bangalore, India
  • Managed the full operational side of the facility and annual budgeting, vendor coordination, revenue targets, and facility maintenance
  • Built the swim lesson schedule from scratch each season and made sure the pool ran profitably year-round, not just peak months
  • Balanced day-to-day operations with coaching responsibilities and learned early that the two are inseparable

Production & Event Experience

From the Boston Marathon to India's biggest youth festivals and hands-on, on the ground, at the real thing.

Moments from the Pool

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