Starting June 9th!!!!!!

Providing Exceptional Swim Instruction to the South Bay Community Since 2012

Aqua Quest Swim Academy specializes in comprehensive water safety and skill development for children. Utilizing proven, accelerated teaching methods from my kinesiology degree, I equip young swimmers with essential safety skills, fostering confidence and competence in the water. Trust Aqua Quest to provide a safe, supportive environment where your child can thrive and develop vital swimming abilities quickly!

Biography

Hi, I’m Marshall Mason, and I’ve spent my life immersed in the water. Teaching swimmers of all ages to reach their potential isn’t just what I do, it’s my calling.

My passion for swimming instruction ignited in 2012 at the Australian Swim School, where I discovered the deep satisfaction of teaching kids how to be safe in the water. It was there I realized that helping children build confidence and security in the pool wasn’t just a job it was my purpose. Watching kids transform from hesitant beginners to strong, safe swimmers inspired me to dedicate my life to this mission.

After gaining invaluable experience and laying a solid foundation at the Australian Swim School, I launched my own mobile swim business, teaching lessons in backyards and community pools. I loved meeting families where they were and creating customized learning environments for their children. As the seasons changed, and my lessons slowed during the winter months, I craved more opportunities to make an impact.

In 2013, I reconnected with Deanne Preyer, the owner of Zenith Aquatic Program (ZAP) my former coach, and one of my greatest mentors. She welcomed me onto her coaching team, and that marked the start of my journey in year-round competitive swimming. Deanne became a guiding force in my career, not just as a coach but as someone who believed in my potential. She sent me to the 2013 ASCA World Clinic in New Orleans, where I had the chance to learn cutting-edge techniques, performance psychology, and innovative training methodologies from some of the most brilliant minds in swimming. That experience fueled my confidence and ambition to make a difference in competitive swimming.

At ZAP, I had the privilege of learning from legends like Milt Nelms and Anthony Ervin, whose insights profoundly shaped my coaching philosophy. Those seven years with ZAP (2013-2020) were some of the most rewarding years of my life.

Seeing swimmers set personal records, reach their goals, and grow into confident individuals was nothing short of extraordinary.

Sadly, the program came to an end in 2020 due to COVID, but the lessons I learned there remain with me to this day. I currently coach at Bay Club Aquatics in Manhattan Beach, where I continue to help swimmers thrive, from those taking their first strokes to elite athletes chasing top finishes.
My educational background, a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a main focus in Applied Biomechanics has been instrumental in shaping my ability to break down complex movements and teach with precision and care. Whether it’s ensuring a novice swimmer becomes safe in the water as quickly as possible or helping an advanced athlete refine technique for peak performance, I bring passion, expertise, and a commitment to excellence to every lesson.

Swimming has been my lifelong passion, and I am honored to share it with others. Whether you’re looking to help your child gain confidence in the water or achieve high-level competition goals, I am here to guide every step of the way.