About us

The challenge facing youth competitive aquatic sports within the Phoenix Metropolitan area is the heavy reliance on municipal aquatic centers primarily designed for public swimming and swim lessons. This prioritization places competitive sports at a disadvantage, causing them to struggle for access to sufficient pool time and the ability to maintain a consistent schedule.

Our strategy encompasses the construction of a state-of-the-art aquatics facility, emphasizing the elevation of competitive aquatic sports. This includes a wide range of aquatic disciplines, such as swimming, diving, water polo, triathlon, synchronized swimming, and the hosting of national and international competitions, including Paraolympic events.

Board of Directors

Melissa Sutton

comes with decades of aquatics and non-profit knowledge. She is the president of Active Kids Global and an Aquatic Expert for the Maricopa County Child Fatality Review.

Mike Hermann

has decades in the swimming world and brings his expertise in coaching and programming as well as decades in the insurance business as a owner of Farmers Insurance. Mike serves as the Secretary of the board for AquaChandler.

Founders

Kacee Hoffer

has over 18 years in the sport of diving. She has served as the Club Director of South Mountain Dive Club since 2020. She brings expertise in administration and health and fitness. Kacee will serve as Chief Executive Officer for AquaChandler.

David Hoffer

has over 15 years in the sport of diving including competing in the 2021 Tokyo USA Team Olympic Trials. He has an expertise in business, economics, data analytics and reporting. He has served as the Head Coach of South Mountain Dive Club since 2021. David will serve as the Chief Financial Officer for AquaChandler.