Coaching Staff
Anise Foreman Head Coach/Owner
ERSC owner and head coach, Anise Foreman, is a dynamic entrepreneur, accredited executive coach, and passionate mental health coach who makes impactful strides in the Washington Metropolitan Area.
Anise´s swim journey began as a toddler when she became the faithful work companion of her father-coach and ERSC founder, Elvin Foreman. Growing up in the pool exposed Anise´s natural athletic abilities very early in life. Then, her impeccable resilience, work ethic, and sportsmanship sealed her destiny as a highly accomplished and record-setting high school swimmer. From Charles County SMAC to Northern Virginia Summer League, Anise´s swim power and love for the sport were appreciated (and even feared!) across state lines. These qualities led the way to her next phase as a D1 collegiate swimmer and Swim Team Manager at Bowling Green State University. During this time, she earned the “Maritza Correia McClendon Award” – a distinguished accolade presented to athletes of African and/or Hispanic descent who demonstrate exceptional efforts and achievements in USA Swimming.
Post-college, grappling with personal family challenges, Anise fallowed her passion for swimming and ventured into coaching, joining her father's swim team. Just like it happened in her swimming career, her innate coaching abilities, combined with her fervent dedication and remarkable strength, quickly transformed her into a highly sought-after coach in the DMV area. In her roles first as assistant coach and then as head coach, she led the KSC summer team, clinching the Prince Mount Swim League Championship for two consecutive years. Her prowess caught the attention of USA Swimming, leading to her recruitment to coach talented young athletes at the USA Swimming Diversity Select Camp in Florida.
In her current role as owner and head coach of Elite Rays Swim Club, she offers a novel approach in Competitive USA Swimming, Learn-to-Swim programs, and Master swimming in the DMV, focusing on shifting mindsets from traditional repetition to thriving physically, mentally and socially. Her fast-growing program is designed to nurture and guide young athletes from developmental swimmers into full-blown competitive powerhouses. Her club has a track record of training some of the fastest swimmers in USA Swimming. During the pandemic, Anise played a pivotal role in keeping her swimmers mentally and physically engaged, achieving remarkable results.
Expanding her coaching vision beyond swimming, Anise obtained her executive coaching credentials from The American University. From this angle, she also aims to leverage her vast swimming experience to assist professionals seeking to succeed in various fields.
In addition, her interactions with neuro-diverse individuals and her deeply rooted faith have further fueled her commitment to mental health advocacy. To that end, she has recently launched SwimTruth, an organization dedicated to guide others towards physical and spiritual healing, using the therapeutic qualities of water. Coach Anise´s multi-faceted approach to the world of swimming, makes her club one of the most attractive and well-rounded boutique competitive swim programs currently available.
Elvin Foreman Head Site Coach
Coach Elvin Foreman is a highly experienced and dedicated swimming coach, known for his approach to each swimmer's development, both in their swimming abilities and personal growth. He possesses a unique blend of kindness, openness, and disciplined training that has consistently yielded exceptional results. His extensive professional involvement in youth education and guidance is also backed by his Graduate Degree in Education Administration and Public Policy and his current work towards a Doctorate in Education.
He effectively incorporates his academic knowledge and experience into his coaching. As a former swimmer, Coach Elvin left an impressive legacy of accomplishments in DC Parks and Recreation and Potomac Valley Swimming. He ranked 3rd in Breaststroke during his high school Metro competitions and set numerous high school swimming records. He earned a scholarship to attend Division 1 University of Maryland, where his athletic prowess extended to water polo. From his sophomore year, he played for the University of Maryland's Water Polo Club. 35 years of coaching experience have conferred Coach Elvin a deep and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of competitive swimming. He has a vast background in coaching at various levels. This includes over 8 years of coaching at local high schools and more than 13 years with various club swimming programs across the DMV.
His summer program coaching includes three years with Smallwood/Princemont Summer League and seven years with the Forest Hollow Gators in the Northern Virginia Swim League. Coach Elvin is also a pioneer. He founded the Elite Rays Swim Club, which for many years was the only private swim club in USA Swimming solely owned and managed by an African American coach. In this role, he has made countless contributions over the decades to provide access and integrate people of color into mainstream competitive swimming.
- Level 2 ASCA Certified USA Swimming Coach
- Past Short Course Zone Coach for Potomac Valley
- Participant in Diversity Training Camp at LaSalle University, PA
- Successfully coaching numerous swimmers to qualify for Sectionals
- Invited coach to USA Swimming training programs at the USA Olympic Training
Center in Colorado - Leading local summer league teams in Maryland and Virginia to a myriad of division
titles and sportsmanship awards - Continuous involvement in the PVS governing body´s committees and task forces
- Founded and continues to manage the rapidly growing Elite Rays Swim Club
Coach Elvin's blend of educational expertise, personal dedication, and extensive experience in competitive swimming and coaching makes him a respected and influential
figure in the swimming world.
Careese Hall Age Group Coach/Head Dryland Coach
Caresse is an enthusiastic and highly knowledgeable swim coach, whose journey in the world of swimming began at the tender age of four. Over the years, she has honed her
physical skills in the pool and delved deeply into the psychological and technical aspects of swimming, strategically enhancing her expertise.
Throughout her high school years, Caresse dedicated herself to mastering the sport, particularly excelling in events such as the 100 freestyle, 100 butterfly, and 200 IM, with the ambitious goal of breaking records. Her commitment to swimming seamlessly transitioned into her college years, where she continued to be an integral part of her college swim team at Bridge Water University, where she majored in music.
Caresse's experience extends beyond competitive swimming. For the past decade, she has also been involved in lifeguarding and swim instruction, discovering a profound passion for teaching the art of swimming. This role has allowed her to influence and inspire others, emphasizing the importance of hard work, determination, a positive mindset, and teamwork. These values, she believes, are vital not only in swimming but in all facets of life.
She currently leads a novel swim program at the core of an innovative DC charter school. The program integrates swimming as a key learning tool within the broader academic
curriculum.
With a blend of vibrant energy and a deep understanding of swimming, coach Caresse instills in every swimmer she mentors a drive to adhere to the technical rigors and relentless discipline necessary to advance in the sport. With these qualities, she paves the way for swimmers to have their aspirations paired with their work ethic and accountability. Her journey from a young swimmer to a revered coach is a testament to her dedication and love for the sport.
Montse Malmierca Age Group Coach/Head Communications Rep.
Coach Montse is an extraordinary swim coach, renowned for her remarkable journey from swim parent to proficient swim instructor and now respected swim coach. Her exceptional trajectory in the world of competitive swimming has earned her widespread admiration and respect for her coaching acumen and leadership abilities. Recognized for her high intelligence and keen analytical skills, Coach Montse excels in understanding and implementing ethical practices within diverse cultural frameworks.
A native of Spain, Coach Montse obtained her Bachelor of Laws from the Autonomous University of Madrid (Spain) and her Master of Laws from the American University in Washington, DC. Over the years, she has successfully pursued her desire to combine her professional and family responsibilities with her passion for swimming. This talent shines in her approach to swimmers and parents alike, ensuring everyone's needs are met with precision and empathy. Her insightful discussions and advocacy for swimmers with different learning styles, especially those with ADHD, highlight her commitment to innovative and patient coaching methods that ensure skill retention and excellence.
Coach Montse's communication skills are exemplary. Her written swim sets are noted for their clarity, conciseness, and purpose-driven design. Her oral communication skills are equally impressive, as evidenced by her effectiveness both on and off the pool deck. Her role in writing and editing club communications and her active participation in Potomac Valley Swimming committees is a testament to her articulate and engaging commitment to the sport.
In team settings, Coach Montse demonstrates exemplary teamwork skills, complemented by her disciplined, hardworking nature and amiable personality. Her passion for swimming extends beyond personal interest; it's a commitment to supporting children, adults, and the community at large, helping everyone who wants to get involved excel in the sport. Her perseverance and initiative are evident not only in her eagerness to learn and improve as a coach but also in her ability to apply her knowledge innovatively to meet each swimmer's unique developmental needs. Coach Montse's dedication, hard work, and leadership skills make her an outstanding coach.
