Evolutionary Aquatics

About Evolutionary Aquatics

Evolutionary Aquatics reclaims Black aquatic heritage through culturally affirming swim programs that break historical barriers and build lasting confidence in the water.

OUR STORY

Directed and Edited by: Jacob Feldpausch

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Our Learn-to-Swim program offers beginner through fitness-level instruction across six progressive levels—helping adults move from nervous beginners to confident, capable swimmers at their own pace.

Learn-to-Swim

Our Advanced Swimming & Water Mastery program (Level 7) is unique to Evolutionary Aquatics—designed for experienced swimmers seeking high-performance training, lifeguard-level skills, and leadership in the water.

Advanced Swimming & Water Mastery

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Designed for swimmers training beyond the pool, this program builds the skills, endurance, and safety needed for open water events and triathlons. Kayaking is integrated as a support skill to help swimmers navigate and train confidently in natural environments.

Open Water Swim Training

Our kayaking program teaches foundational paddling techniques, water safety, and confidence on the water. Whether you're brand new or building on past experience, this program helps you feel capable and connected in natural spaces.

Our Programs

Our Partners

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING...

"I can finally say that I have overcome my fear of water. For 50 years, I've been avoiding the pool and every body of water because I could not swim. This Summer will be different thanks to Evolutionary Aquatics."

Learn-to-Swim Student

WHAT STUDENTS SAY...

"Coaches are some of the nicest and most patient people ever!!"

Level 2 Student

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING...

"Adding swimming to my fitness regimen changed my life. Evolutionary Aquatics not only taught me the foundations of swimming but helped me build my endurance as a swimmer. Now, I can finally swim laps."

Level 4 Student