Renee Rivaldo

Swim Instructor

Bright Kids Swimming

Renee was born and raised in New York City. She learned how to swim at the age of 5 following the steps of her older cousin, who monitored the waters from Coney Island to Rockaway Beach during summers as a lifeguard and worked as a swim instructor at public city pools in the winter time.Swimming was always a favorite activity of hers, a fun challenge that brought a true sense of accomplishment and independence.  Renee trained in ballet, tap and acrobatics from the age of 5 to the age of 16. She competed regionally with the Brooklyn Dance Center Elite Team in solo and group performances finishing with many top medal standings. These practices led to a strong self awareness and desire to always perform at top levels. Competing was challenging, but she has learned that consistent effort always delivers results and most importantly, that emotional ups and downs are a part of the game. To win the game we must learn how to deal with them in the most constructive way to harness their energy instead of letting our fears and insecurities hold us back. Renee graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in Business Administration and International Marketing, going on to establish herself in real estate development in NY and CT. She also worked and volunteered in Hartford Public Schools teaching  students the healthy practices of yoga, meditation, greenhouse gardening, seed sprouting and self care.  After joining the Bright Kids team as a swim instructor in 2022, Renee found the most fulfilling experience of guiding young children from dependence to independence and witnessing the results of her own work in front of her eyes. Having fallen in love with it, she is here to share her passion with your little one as well.