It is with much excitement that we welcome Kelly Valles to our coaching team and Cheltenham family!

Kelly brings passion and lifelong dedication to the world of swimming, having spent many years in the industry as a teacher and junior coach. Many current swimmers will know Kelly from her involvement as a technical official at meets, or as a chiropractor who treats swimming-related injuries.

We look forward to having Kelly as an integral member of our team, where she can continue to help children and young adults develop as healthy athletes who love swimming. Kelly’s unique perspective as a coach with a background in the health care profession will allow us all to learn more about the different components that contribute to a healthy, meaningful, and successful experience in our sport.

Most sessions for the Intro, Development, Junior, Youth and Senior Squads will be coached by Kelly, though she will also work with all other swimmers at various times. She will also help with dryland sessions to assist with injury prevention and optimize our swimmers’ training.

Kelly will begin coaching on deck with us next month and is looking forward to meeting all our families. Please be sure to introduce yourself and welcome her to the team!