Coaches and Directors

Coaches and Directors
Coaching Staff
Mohammad Asaad Head Coach

Mohammad Asaad  has been working at the Embarcadero YMCA for over 10 years.  He is the Head Swim Coach at the Y and coaches both the adult Masters team and the Youth Swim Team.  Mohammad is a certified coach with the American Swim Coaches Association (ASCA) and is a registered coach with United States Swimming and United States Masters.  He specializes in open water swimming and other competitive swimming.  His knowledge of various swimming techniques allows him to tailor his lessons specifically to the style of the swimmer.  Mohammad is able to work with all levels of swimming ability. 

James Beckland Aquatic Director

Jimmy has an extensive background of over 20 years in aquatics. He believes that youth should grow with a competitive background through swimming to learn the value of the YMCA core values of Honesty, Caring, Responsibility and Respect.

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