Guest: Lindsay Thompson

Tonight Nicole and Wes sit down with longtime friend and aquatics professional Lindsay Thompson, whose journey through lifeguarding, program leadership, swim school ownership, and competitive coaching has shaped a powerful perspective on our industry.

In this episode, Lindsay opens up about:
 • How lifeguarding led her into running a swim school
 • The move that shifted her career path
 • Returning to the pool deck as a coach
 • What the aquatics field gets right — and where we need to grow
 • Lessons learned through transition, leadership, and life on the move

She brings honesty, wisdom, and heart to a conversation that will inspire instructors, coaches, supervisors, and anyone navigating a new chapter.

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