It is indeed a genuine pleasure to write this review of Karen Kennedy, whom I had the privilege of meeting earlier this year when I embarked on my open water swimming journey. As a beginner starting out in the pool under Karen’s expert guidance, she provided me with the practical skills necessary to significantly improve my swimming stroke. Through her unwavering encouragement and a structured open water swimming program, I accomplished a major milestone: completing my first Robben Island swim this June. This achievement was made even more special by Karen and a colleague from “The A Team,” who supported me on the boat and swam alongside me during the final kilometre to Big Bay beach. Karen’s deep commitment, empathy, and professionalism set her apart as a swim coach dedicated to helping her swimmers excel. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking an exceptionally skilled and passionate swimming coach.