Hazel has been working with young children in education and swimming since 2003.
Her coaching accreditations include being an NROC and Austswim certified swimming instructor, an Austswim certified teacher of infant and preschool aquatics and a Sports Medicine Australia(SMA) certified sports masseuse. Hazel is also a mother of 2 children making her no stranger to helping kids in aquatics. Previously a competitive swimmer, she is also qualified NAUI Master Scuba Diver and enjoys leisure diving in her free time.
She believes that swimming is an excellent sport for babies and children to tune into their natural senses, allow them to have another avenue for physical activity , as well as bond with their caregivers.