Let's Meet Ruth

Ruth Nielson

Owner, Therapeutic Aquatics Instructor, Lead Swim Instructor, ATRIC

Ruth’s multidisciplinary background allows her to deliver highly adaptive, compassionate, and effective aquatic programs that meet the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of each participant. Her approach is rooted in safety, empowerment, and progress—making Learn 2 Swim LLC a trusted resource for families and communities seeking inclusive aquatic instruction.

Approach

Ruth creates a safe, encouraging environment where learning to swim is enjoyable and confidence-building.

Passion

Ruth brings passion and care to every lesson, helping swimmers of all ages gain confidence in the water.

Expertise

Ruth creates a safe, encouraging environment where learning to swim is enjoyable and confidence-building.

Ruth Nielson, founder of Learn 2 Swim LLC, brings an exceptional breadth of training and experience to the field of therapeutic aquatics. Her credentials reflect a deep commitment to inclusive, evidence-based instruction and holistic care for individuals of all ages and abilities. Her multidisciplinary background allows her to deliver highly adaptive, compassionate, and effective aquatic programs that meet the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of each participant. Her approach is rooted in safety, empowerment, and progress—making Learn 2 Swim LLC a trusted resource for families and communities seeking inclusive aquatic instruction.

Aquatic Therapy & Instruction Certifications:

  • ATRI Certification through the Aquatic Therapy & Rehabilitation Institute (AEA)

  • Functional Neuro: Treatment of Neurological Impairments – AEA

  • Autism Spectrum Aquatics – AEA

  • Understanding Autism – AEA

  • ADHD Awareness – AEA

  • Ai Chi for Kids – AEA

  • Infant & Preschool Aquatics Instructor – AustSwim (Australia)

  • Instructor of competitive and non-competitive strokes

  • Instructor of water familiarization, buoyancy, mobility, safety, and survival skills

  • Principles of movement in water applied to aquatic activities

Safety & Emergency Preparedness:

  • Lifeguard Certification – American Red Cross

  • First Aid & CPR – American Red Cross and Australia First Aid First

Developmental & Instructional Expertise:

  • Specialized in fostering motor, cognitive, and personal development of infants and toddlers in aquatic environments
  • Skilled in collecting and analyzing information on aquatic industry philosophy and structure

Health & Wellness Credentials:

  • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

  • Depression Awareness Certification

  • Stress Disorder Counseling Certification

  • Health Life Coaching Certification

  • Mindfulness Certification

  • Personal Training Diploma

  • Professional Post-Traumatic Fitness Instructor Certification

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