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MEET THE TEAM

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Medical doctor,researcher & founder

Caroline Struijk

Water offers a boundless, three-dimensional space where little ones move freely, reconnecting with the gentle environment where life first began.


"Isn't it incredible that babies are born with the natural reflex to swim and hold their breath?"

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Clinical psychologist & Co-founder

Valérie Janssens

With a passion for nurturing the smallest among us.


"Trust, connection, and bonding are the foundation for every mini’s journey."

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Physiotherapist & Osteopath

Lauranne Struijk

It's amazing how quickly our little ones learn and adapt.


"Our courses are a powerful reminder of their incredible potential, offering the perfect opportunity for them to build self-confidence while exploring the water."

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Physiotherapist

Nathalie Rumes

From birth, we explore and understand the world through movement and sensory experiences.


"Water is the perfect environment to support a child's natural development."

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Physiotherapist

Marilyn Iserief

Pediatric Physiotherapist specializing in Psychomotor and Relaxation Therapy for children.


"Empowering children through movement, creating a harmonious relationship with their bodies and the water."

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Osteopath

Didi Van Hyfte

Embracing the water with your little one, attuned to the subtle cues of their growing body.


"Water play offers a unique way to understand and support your child’s body language."

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Dietitian

Audrey Vanwetter

Water teaches more than safety, it builds confidence, trust, and connection. In the water children grow not only as swimmers but as individuals building inner confidence.

 

“Water brings children calm and joy, a place of endless discovery in every splash and every new movement.”

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Physiotherapist

Emma De Meester

As a future physiotherapist inspired by children’s neurological development, seeing children grow in confidence and joy as they learn new skills never fails to make me smile. Being part of their journey is something I truly look forward to.

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HASSELT

Clinical psychologist, former lifeguard & synchronized swimmer

Nienke Derkoningen

As a CP, I see trust and a sense of safety as the foundation of everything else. Swimming is such a wonderful feeling, and is in my opinion a basic skill every child should master. 

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"Having spent years in the water myself, I know exactly how far trust and confidence can take you."

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PE teacher degree and fulltime personal trainer

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Max Rycken

It’s so rewarding to watch children discover and master the different swimming strokes - seeing their motor skills develop, their confidence grow, and most of all, the joy they find in moving through the water.

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