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Education
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GWYNN HARRISON

Bridgewater,VA

Summary

Collegiate coach and former elite student-athlete with over two decades of experience building competitive programs and developing high-performing teams. Proven leader in fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and wellness, with a strong foundation in fitness and athlete development. Entrepreneurial experience as the founder of a travel planning business, delivering personalized and detail-oriented client experiences. Known for reliability, positivity, and cultivating authentic relationships, while bringing energy, curiosity, and a genuine enthusiasm for people and new experiences. Seeking to leverage leadership, organizational, and people-development strengths in a new professional chapter.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach

Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA
01.2016 - Current
  • Started the Men’s Swim Program in 2017
  • Led Fundraising Initiative for Record Board and Florida Training Trip
  • Old Dominion Athletic Conference Coach of the year

Pixie Dust Travels

Self Employed Travel Services
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2012 - 12.2026

Affiliated with Magic Mickey, I founded this agency to provide personalized and customized travel to Disney Proprieties

PRN

Sentara RMH Wellness Center
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2005 - 01.2016
  • Teaching group fitness classes in all water and all mind-body formats
  • Corporate wellness lectures and screenings
  • Masters swim team coach
  • Birthday party Specialist
  • Swim lesson instructor
  • Bridgewater Retirement home fitness specialist

Head Women's Swimming and Diving Coach

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Colonial Athletic Conference Coach of the Year 2000 and 2001
  • Colonial Athletic Conference Team Champions 2001
  • Colonial Athletic Conference Team Runner-up 1999, 2000, 2002

Assistant Swimming & Volleyball Coach

Bethany College
Bethany, OH
01.1995 - 01.1997

Education

Master of Science - Physical Education / Sports Administration

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
01-1996

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with a Minor in Psychology

Kenyon College
Gambier, OH
01-1994

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Reliable time management
  • Collaborative Problem-solving
  • Flexible scheduling capabilities

Accomplishments

NCAA All-American and National Champion

Colonial Athletic Conference and Old Dominion Conference Coach of the Year

Founded Bridgewater College Men's Swim team

Most Improved NCAA Divison 3 Team in Country

Academic All-American team every year

Affiliations

  • First Presbyterian Church, Harrisonburg, VA
  • College Swim Coaches Association of America
  • American Fitness Association of America Group Fitness Instructor
  • Yoga Fit Certified Level 1, Level 2 and Kids Yoga
  • SCW Fitness Yoga Certificate
  • American Aerobics Association International Certified Tai Chi Instructor
  • Balanced Body Mat Pilates Certification
  • American Fitness Association of America Pilates Certificate
  • Yoqua Certified Instructor
  • SCW Fitness Kids in Motion Certificate
  • Member of Granville (OH) High School Athletic Hall of Fame

Interests

National Park Traveler

Wine Region Traveler

30 MLB Parks Chaser

Chicago Cubs Fan

Corgi Owner

Timeline

Head Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach

Bridgewater College
01.2016 - Current

Pixie Dust Travels

Self Employed Travel Services
01.2012 - 12.2026

PRN

Sentara RMH Wellness Center
01.2005 - 01.2016

Head Women's Swimming and Diving Coach

James Madison University
01.1999 - 01.2002

Assistant Swimming & Volleyball Coach

Bethany College
01.1995 - 01.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with a Minor in Psychology

Kenyon College

Master of Science - Physical Education / Sports Administration

West Virginia University

Community Service

  • Boy Scouts of America, Cub master of Pack 42 (2013-2016), Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner (2015-2017), Religious Emblems Mentor (2014-Present), Merit Badge Counselor (2015-Present), Glen W. Robinson Memorial Award
  • Parent-Teacher Association, Treasurer (2010-2012), Reflections Chair: 2013, Hospitality Chair (2012-2014)
  • Harrisonburg Education Foundation, Board Member, 2015-01-01, 2017-01-01
  • Kenyon College, Alumni Class Agent, 1994-01-01