Personalized Aquatics, led by Coach Don, offers specialized instruction in youth swimming and water polo, along with individualized adult performance training. With over 40 years of coaching experience, Coach Don brings a high-performance approach to every athlete he works with. Training is built around customized lesson plans that address each athlete’s individual needs, goals, and current level of ability. Whether developing fundamental swimming skills, refining water polo technique, preparing for competition, or improving adult performance, Coach Don focuses on technical development, efficiency, confidence, and measurable progress. At Personalized Aquatics, the goal is simple: help every athlete become a stronger, more confident, and more complete aquatic athlete while reaching their full potential in the water.
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freestyle and water polo base proficiency

Crafted for young, aspiring water polo athletes, this program provides an ideal kickstart to the water polo season. Athletes will master freestyle—the foundational stroke of aquatic training—while developing a strong base position to pass accurately and shoot with force.
"Swimming + Water Polo = The Perfect Combination"

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youth goalie Training

Our specialized Goalie Training Program focuses on developing the fundamental skills required to excel in the cage. Training emphasizes positioning, movement, shot anticipation, game awareness, decision-making, and understanding defensive strategy. Athletes will learn how to read the game, communicate effectively with teammates, and make confident decisions under pressure. "Sharpen the saw"
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Youth Swimming Performance Academy

By focusing on mechanics, reshaping your body's profile, and finding balance, you can swim all "five" competitive strokes with power, efficiency and speed.
"Learn to swim from the inside-out"
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Adult Performance Swim Training

Individualized coaching for adult swimmers dedicated to maximizing efficiency, boosting speed, and building endurance, with every session tailored to your unique goals—whether pursuing a personal best, training for a triathlon, or conquering open water challenges.
"Learn to swim smarter"
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aquatic fundamentals for youth paddlers

This water safety based program, emphasizes swimming skills and fundamentals, giving young paddlers confidence in the water.
"Swim confidently in any body of water"



About Your Coach

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Don Vierra

Aquatics Coach & Education Specialist
With over 40 years of competitive swimming and water polo experience, Don currently coaches at Punahou School in Honolulu. An ASCA Level 4 certified swim coach, he spent much of his career in Northern California, where he received numerous accolades—including being named the 2009 California Coaches Association Swimming Coach of the Year. Throughout his distinguished career, Don has trained athletes of all calibers. He is dedicated to helping swimmers and water polo players of all levels refine their skills, build confidence, and foster a lifelong passion for aquatic sport.



contact



Don Vierra



(808) 694-0983



coach@personalizedaquatics.com



https://personalizedaquatics.com



Pricing is per 5-lesson package. 60-minute classes for one person are $300 60-minute classes for two people are $400



Rate per individual lesson

$80 per hour



All classes include:

1. written assessment

2. video

3. prescribed drills

Personalized Aquatic Coaching

Expert 1:1 instruction for youth and adults.

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