Staff

Coach Patrick Paradis is now in his third season with VPSC, bringing more than 30 years of high-performance coaching experience to the program. A proven leader in both club and university environments, Patrick has built, revitalized, and sustained successful swimming programs across Canada. 

After three seasons as Head Coach and Director of Performance with Université Laval’s Rouge et Or program in Quebec, Patrick returned to British Columbia, where he previously served as Head Coach and Director of Swimming for Chena Swim Club from 2010 to 2020. During his tenure at Chena, he led the club to its first-ever Provincial Team Championship in 2013, grew the competitive program from 90 to 150 swimmers, and guided the club through nine consecutive years of budget surplus while mentoring multiple assistant coaches into head coaching roles. 

At Université Laval, Patrick quickly re-established the Rouge et Or as a national contender, elevating the program into a top-10 USPORT team in just three seasons. Under his leadership, swimmers broke numerous program and provincial records, and the team regained confidence and competitive identity at the national level. 

Patrick’s coaching career began in Ontario, where he worked with four programs between 1995 and 2010. Across all levels of the sport, he has coached athletes to Club, Provincial, and National record performances, with many swimmers representing Canada internationally at both Junior and Senior levels – often returning home with medals. 

In addition to his club and university success, Patrick has contributed to the Canadian national coaching staff at major international competitions, including the 2022 Commonwealth Games Preparation Camp, the 2018 World Junior Open Water Championships, the 2017 UANA Junior Open Water Championships, and the 2014 Junior Pan Pacific Championships. 

Known for his methodical, athlete-centered approach, Patrick emphasizes purposeful training, honesty, and partnership with his athletes. He believes in developing the person first, building confidence through clear planning, and creating environments where excellence becomes sustainable. 

Coach Patrick is excited to apply his experience, leadership, and long-term vision to VPSC as the program continues its pursuit of becoming one of the strongest clubs in the country.

Coach Kyle is entering his fourth season with VPSC, marking his third year as the Senior Program Director. In this role, he serves as the Lead Coach for the Senior Performance group while also providing leadership and guidance for the VPSC Fitness Program and its lead coach. Kyle is also the lead for VPSC Swim Camps, overseeing their planning, staffing, and delivery. 

Before joining VPSC, Kyle spent 13 seasons with the Gators Swim Club, including six years as Assistant Head Coach. He is NCCP Level 2 certified and has coached athletes at every level. His coaching background also includes work with triathlon clubs and masters swim programs, broadening his expertise across various aquatic disciplines. 

Kyle holds a Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching with a concentration in Kinesiology. He hopes to inspire the next generation of swimmers to enjoy the sport as much as he does, and he strives to be a strong support for athletes as they progress through the final stages of their competitive swimming journeys.

Coach Vincent is excited for his first season with VPSC as Junior Program Director and Assistant Head Coach. Prior to VPSC, Coach Vincent served as the Head Coach of Chena Swim Club for 5 years as well as 9 seasons with the Burnaby Mountain Mantas Summer Swim Club, including 3 years as Head Coach. Vincent is a NCCP Level 3 Coach with over 15 years of coaching experience – he is proud to have coached in all age groups from introductory swimmers to senior national/international medalists over the course of his career. In 2021 and 2022, Coach Vincent was selected to the Swimming Canada “Select Coaches Group” initiative. 

Outside of swimming, Vincent is a UBC Mechanical Engineering graduate, an exercise enthusiast, and an avid reader. He hopes to help his swimmers accomplish their goals, build their confidence, and fulfill their potential. Vincent’s ultimate goal is to inspire his athletes to love the sport as much as he does!

Coach Amy returns for her fourth season with VPSC. Following a successful year as the Lead Coach of the Junior Performance program, she steps into the role of Lead Coach for the Junior Development group. In addition to her coaching duties, Coach Amy also takes on the position of Operations Manager, overseeing the club’s IT systems, website management and development, and membership registration. 

With extensive coaching experience, Coach Amy is passionate about levelling up and guiding athletes to reach their full potential. She takes a holistic approach to coaching by emphasizing technical excellence, athletic growth, and personal well-being. Her goal is to develop confident, well-rounded athletes who are prepared to succeed both in and out of the pool, while fostering the mindset and habits needed to reach the next level of their swimming journey.

Beyond the world of swimming, Amy is a graduate of UBC Mathematics with a minor in Data Science, loves staying active, and baking. 

Coach Ashleigh returns for her 4th season with VPSC as the Youth Program Director, continuing to lead the Youth Performance group and oversee the Youth Development A & B groups. Ashleigh plays a key role in shaping the development pathway for all VPSC athletes, and the club is fortunate to have her guiding the next generation of swimmers. 

Passionate about growth and excellence, Ashleigh is eager to build upon the strong foundations established over the past year and take the youth program to new heights. Her coaching philosophy centers on fostering respect, courage, and accountability - 3 core values she believes are essential both in and out of the pool. Above all, Ashleigh strives to create an environment where athletes can have fun, challenge themselves, and develop a lifelong love for sport.

Coach Finn brings a wealth of experience to the VPSC coaching team and will continue to play an integral role in the development of the club’s youth athletes. With a strong background in both technical and athletic development, Finn believes that success in the water starts with strong movement patterns on land. 

His coaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of dryland training to enhance strength, coordination, and body awareness, all of which translate directly into improved swimming skills. Finn is passionate about helping athletes understand how their bodies move and empowering them to build confidence, resilience, and efficiency in the water.

Coach Agatha returns for her second season with VPSC, bringing her huge heart, enthusiasm, and passion for coaching to the Youth Program. Known for her positive energy and genuine care for each athlete, Agatha creates an encouraging and supportive environment where swimmers can thrive. 

She is dedicated to helping young athletes build confidence, develop strong fundamentals, and find joy in the process of improvement. Agatha’s commitment to her swimmers and her love for the sport make her an invaluable part of the VPSC coaching team.

Coach Kaitlyn oversees both the VPSC Minis & Swim School Program, returning for her second season in the role and fourth season with VPSC. She has previously served as the Lead Coach for the Youth Development B group, and contributed to various other groups and program planning. 

In her current role, Coach Kaitlyn leads the Minis Platinum group and continues to develop and guide the Minis Gold, Silver, and Bronze programs in the 10&U development pathway, as part of the overall VPSC development pathway. She also ensures a progression from the Swim School Program to the Minis Program, providing leadership and support to coaching staff, and overseeing program content. VPSC is very fortunate to have Coach Kaitlyn in this important role with our program.

Coach Victoria will be returning for her sixth season with VPSC, and she will be continuing her role as the lead coach of the Minis Gold group. Her unwavering commitment and coaching expertise have significantly contributed to our team's progress and achievements, and we are very pleased to have Coach Victoria return to her role with the VPSC Program for this season.

Coming Soon!

Coach Stephanie is returning to VPSC for her third season and will be working as the lead coach for the Minis Silver program, as well as lead coach for Swim School 1. We are very fortunate to have Stephanie back for another season working with both Minis and Swim School swimmers.

Coach Mairin will be returning for her third season as a lead coach, this year for the Minis Bronze group as well as Swim School 2. We are very excited to see Coach Mairin return to her role with the VPSC Minis Program. Coach Mairin’s knowledge, dedication, and coaching acumen will continue to be a great benefit to all the swimmers she will be working with this season.

Coach Erin is returning for her second season with VPSC where she will serve as Lead Coach for the VPSC Fitness Program. Coach Erin provides a keen eye for technique while maintaining a structured practice environment. Her values and commitment align perfectly with our vision for the club, and we look forward to her being part of the team again this year.

Leanne Paradis will be returning for her third season with VPSC where she will continue in her role as our Financial Administrator. After her exceptional work behind the scenes, we're delighted to have her back and deeply appreciate all she contributes to our team.