Meet
Our Team

Get to know your local SafeSplash Franklin team!

Kara Thomas, Owner

Kara Thomas is half owner of Swimtastic Franklin and opened it with her ex-husband, now business partner, in 2004. When the opportunity arose to buy a Swimtastic Franchise, she knew Franklin was the community she wanted to grow her business in. Water was always an important part of Kara’s life. Swimming and water skiing at a very young age made Kara feel very at peace around the water. She wanted to give this gift to children because after all swimming is a skill that lasts a lifetime. This sport provides great health, confidence, and happiness when shared with family and friends! Teaching swimming to thousands of children is one of Kara’s great accomplishments, but sharing that joy with her employees throughout the years and watching each and every one of them grow from young adults to amazing men and women is a gift that she cherishes deeply. Being a family and treating others with respect and compassion is a very important motto at Swimtastic. This motto is so evident through the business that customers and their children can feel it the moment they walk through the door.
Kara is now retired and allows her business to be run by her incredible management team. She lives on a mini farm with her husband Gerald, and is living her dream by raising her animals, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Being a mother to Danielle and Heather, who are also past employees and a huge part of Swimtastic's success story, a Mother-in-Law to Ricky, and a grandmother to Isaac and Ryker has given Kara the life she’s always dreamt of, and she has Swimtastic, the Franklin community, her employees, and her beautiful family to thank for that.

OUR STAFF

I chose to work at Swimtastic for so many reasons. To start, my favorite sport is swimming. I was on the Franklin High School swim team, and I wanted to share my love of the sport with others. Another big reason was the positive work environment and the family-like feel, everyone I worked with was like family. I was able to meet so many different people and I was able to develop long-lasting friendships that I still have to this day!

 

Fun Fact: I was 7 days old when I first flew on a plane!

Ms. Alex General Manager

I chose to work for Swimtastics because I wanted to help kids learn the life skill of swimming. Swimtastics to help kids gain the confidence of swimming in all bodies of water.

Fun Fact: I was born on Christmas!

Ms. Haley Supervisor

Favorite Color: Sage Green
Favorite Stroke: Breaststroke
Spirit Animal: Cheetah
I’m going for a degree in: Occupational Therapy

Ms. Sophie Supervisor

I chose to work at Swimtastic to help kids learn the life skill of swimming

Fun Fact: I play football and lacrosse.

Mr. Logan Decker

I started working at Swimtastic because I love watching kids accomplish new skills and helping them push past their fears.

 

Fun Fact: I share a birthday with Bob Marley!

Ms. Hailey Instructor, Swim Team Coach and Lifeguard

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I love working with kids and I had just gotten my lifeguard certification and I wanted a job at a pool.

 

Fun Fact: I have been playing softball since the 3
Ms. Karmyn Instructor, Deck Supervisor and Lifeguard

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I really enjoy working with children and teaching them new skills.

Fun Fact: I have 3 Golden Retrievers!

Ms. Makenna Instructor, Deck Supervisor and Lifeguard

I chose Swimtastic because it has an environment that allows you to grow as a person.

Fun Fact: I have never broken a bone!

Ms. Matea Instructor, Deck Supervisor and Lifeguard

I chose Swimtastic because I wanted to work with kids in a fun environment. I have always loved to swim, and I wanted to pass that on!

 

Fun Fact: When I was little, I lived in Arizona!

Ms. Kayla Instructor and Lifeguard

I chose to work at Swimtastic because it’s where I learned how to swim. I wanted to share the positive experiences I had with others!

 

Fun Fact: I’m the captain of my high school cheerleading team!

Ms. Raven Lifeguard and Instructor

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I have been swimming my whole life.

Fun Fact: I have 5 siblings!

Ms. Sydney Instructor and Lifeguard

I chose to work at Swimtastic to have unique job experience and aid in children learning a very important skill!

 

Fun Fact: I like Star Wars!

Mr. Josh Lifeguard

Swimming is one of my favorite activities to do in my free time and I’ve heard so many positive things about this business, so I felt it was the perfect place to broaden my skills!

 

Fun Fact: I coach high school lacrosse!

Mr. Kyle Supervisor and Maintenance Manager

I started working at Swimtastic because I wanted to make swimming an enjoyable experience for kids.

 

Fun Fact: I am on a car racing team!

Mr. Dominik Decker

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I wanted to help kids learn how to swim and I wanted to work with my sister!

 

Fun Fact: I play basketball and swim competitively!

Ms. Adrianna Instructor and Lifeguard

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I enjoy working with kids and sharing an important life skills.

 

Fun Fact: I love playing the violin!

Ms. Sarah Instructor

I joined Swimtastic to teach and appreciate each child's uniqueness.

 

Fun Fact: My favorite animal is a bunny!

Ms. Amelia Instructor

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I like working with kids and watching them grow with new skills!

 

Fun Fact: I have play golf!

Ms. Quinn Instructor

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I swam competitively through college and I miss being in the pool. And I have always loved working with children. So, why not combine both?

 

Fun Fact: I went to an international high school in Tokyo, Japan!

Ms. Shannon Instructor

I chose to work here because I think it’s really awesome that I get to teach kids a skill they will use their entire life. 

 

Fun Fact: I have been to over 20 states in the U.S. 

Ms. Allie Instructor

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I love working with kids and swimming and teaching is a big passion of mine! 

 

Fun Fact: I am in theater and have been in 7 musicals! 

Ms. Alaina Instructor and Lifeguard

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I find working with kids fun and joyful and makes my job fun. 

 

Fun Fact: My favorite thing to do is snowboard! 

Mr. Max Instructor

I chose to work in Swimtastic because they have structured plans for their customers.  

 

“It’s amazing to think that I am teaching a life skill that could potentially save someone’s life. I know that I am helping young people to develop, learn a new skill, and be the best version of themselves. Teaching swimming has increased my confidence in life.” 

 

Fun Fact: I share my birthday with Fred Hovey, an American tennis player. 

Ms. Sonali Instructor

I chose to work at Swimtastic because it gave me new opportunities to experience different aspects of work life! 

 

Fun Fact: My name means “Birth of the Lord“ in Latin!

Ms. Natalie Instructor

I decided to join the team at Swimtastic Swim School because I was looking for a new and unique experience. I wanted to expand my skills and knowledge, and I felt that Swimtastic Swim School was the perfect place for me to do so. 

 

Fun Fact: I can speak almost 3 languages and some sign language and I share a birthday with a famous Mexican singer.

Ms. Nicole Instructor

I chose to work at Swimtastic because I felt as though it would be rewarding to help kids.  

 

Fun fact: I used to fly planes! 

Ms. Ella Instructor

Swimtastic Swim School

Franklin

We’re here 7 days a week — Call us!
(414) 421-7946
9702 Airways Ct, Franklin, WI 53132   franklin@swimtastic.com

Class Hours

  • Sunday
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Monday
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM | 3:30 PM - 7:30PM
  • Tuesday
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM- 7:30 PM
  • Wednesday
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM - 7:30PM
  • Thursday
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM | 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday
    1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
thumb-2

READY TO SWIM?

Find a Class

TESTIMONIALS

John S.

“The class size is small, and my son gets the one on one attention he needs to learn.”

Olivia H.

“My daughter didn't want to leave and kept talking about her lesson the whole weekend long!”

Kelsey S.

“The teachers are wonderful and the facilities are clean and welcoming.”