Coach Oksana Marchuk
With over 16 years of experience as an athlete and ten years of coaching, Oksana brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to BEST. As part of the Ukrainian National team, she participated at European Junior Championships and qualified for the 2012 Olympic Games on the 4 x 200 Free Relay. She studied in the United States and was a six-time Div II All American
As a professional coach, she spent time coaching at MatchPoint NYC and Longwood/Lake Mary Aquatics in Orlando. Most recently, Oksana has built a clientele in the St. Pete/Tampa Bay area as a 5-Star Learn to Swim private coach. Her passion is teaching the littlest ones! She loves watching children grow to love and be playful in the water. Follow Coach Oksana on Instagram at free.style_swimming.
Coach Andrew Taylor
Coach Andrew Taylor is an accomplished swimmer and elite-level coach, known for his technical precision, work ethic, and competitive success at the highest levels of the sport. As an NCAA All-American and SEC Champion, Andrew brings firsthand experience from one of the nation’s top collegiate programs, the University of Florida. He specializes in developing efficient stroke mechanics, race strategy, and high-performance training for swimmers of all levels—from age group athletes to elite competitors. With a passion for mentorship and attention to detail, Coach Andrew creates a positive, high-expectation environment that helps athletes build confidence, drop time, and reach their full potential in and out of the water.