Hello, my name is Brandon Willliams. I worked at Gobbler’s Knob last summer so many of you might recognize me I have been a lifeguard for 3 years and I am a certified EMT. I obtained my swim instructor certification at the YMCA in 2024 and have had the opportunity to teach over 50 kids how to swim safely. I really love seeing the progress each child makes. Watching them build confidence and excel in the water is incredibly rewarding for me.

Hi, my name is Julia Reese, I am newly certified swim instructor from the YMCA. I love teaching swim lessons weekly it allows me to really connect with the kids and help them achieve a major skill. I serve a lot with the preschool/nursey kids at my church, and I enjoy being a role model for them. Teaching swim lessons has taught me to be kind and disciplined, helpful and of course always have fun. I am also willing to focus on your child’s specific needs and do my best to help each child reach their goal and become a great swimmer.

Hi, my name is Alexander Pierson. I have been a lifeguard since June 2021 and this will be my 4th summer at Gobbler’s Knob. I am an upcoming Junior at the University of Alabama, majoring in accounting. I am involved in a fraternity, clubs and many intramural sports at UA. During the summers I enjoy working with beginner swimmers and watch their excitement as they learn to swim on their own.