The Story Behind
Every Smile in the Water
How a Simple Belief Transformed Swimming Instruction Across Malaysia.
2006
Back in 2006, our co-founders Lee Pu Min & Teh Kian Teck - two enthusiastic entrepreneurs with a shared love for health and wellness, embarked on an adventure.. With more heart than budget, they began crafting and selling handmade yoga and physio products, alongside trusted swimming gear, at local spots throughout the community. They believed in movement, wellness, and the simple joy of an active life. But they dreamed of making a bigger splash.
2008
Fueled by that same passion, they took a brave and exciting leap: they decided to open a swim school. After six months of dedicated work - hammering, tiling, and filling their very first pool in Port Klang with care. Soon after, they opened the doors to Optimum Train Swim School.
2010
till
Now
2010 till Now
What started as a humble beginning has blossomed, through years of heartfelt dedication and countless smiles, into the thriving community you see today. Lee and Teh’s original vision - to create a place where quality, safety, and pure joy go hand-in-hand guides everything we do.
We’ve grown, but our core mission remains the same: to welcome every child and adult into the water with warmth, expert guidance, and a spirit of fun. We are so proud to continue their legacy, creating a space where confidence is built, skills are mastered, and happy memories are made, wave after wave.
We’re not just a swim school.
We’re a growing family, and we can’t
wait to
welcome you into it.
We’re not just a swim school.
We’re a growing family, and we can’t wait to
welcome you into it.
Our Core Philosophy
The Joy - Technique Balance
Most swim schools operate on a spectrum: Fun-focused play schools on one end and rigid technical academies on the other, while Optimum Swim School achieves both at the same time.
The Joy - Technique Balance
Most swim schools operate on a spectrum: Fun-focused play schools on one end and rigid technical academies on the other, while Optimum Swim School achieves both at the same time.
Strict &
Repetitive
Coaching Academies
Optimum
Swim School
Optimizing Joy in Water
Ineffective
& Boring
Traditional Swim Schools
Fun &
Messy
Play-Based Schools
The Joy - Technique Balance
Most swim schools operate on a spectrum: Fun-focused play schools on one end and rigid technical academies on the other, while Optimum Swim School achieves both at the same time.
The Joy - Technique Balance
Most swim schools operate on a spectrum: Fun-focused play schools on one end and rigid technical academies on the other, while Optimum Swim School achieves both at the same time.
The Ripple Effect Principle
Our impact extends far beyond the edges of the pool. We create waves of positive change that last a lifetime.
Immediate Impact
Smiles during lessons, voluntary participation
Short-term Growth
Skill acquisition, water safety competence
Long-term
Lifelong love of swimming, positive body confidence, family water safety
Societal
Creating a generation of competent, confident Malaysians around water
The Optimum Promise
When you join us, you’re choosing joy, confidence, and happy memories over anxiety. We believe in your child’s potential and respect their feelings just as much as their swimming skills.
We Keep You Close
Regular milestones and happiness reports from your child's instructor.
We Guide, Never Force
Respecting every child's pace and emotional readiness in the water.
We Personalize
We shape the lessons around your child’s unique personality.
We Celebrate
Big cheers for every little victory!
Scale the Joy with Us
We collaborate with institutions to bring world-class aquatic programs to their doorsteps. Whether it's enhancing a school curriculum or improving employee health, we lead with expertise.
School Partnership Programs
Corporate Wellness & Team Bonding
Leaders behind Optimum
The passionate team driving the future of aquatic education.
Lee Pu Min
Co-Founder
Teh Kian Teck
Co-Founder
Lai Shuai Xian (Leon)
Operation Manager
Lim Shi Ting
Operation Manager
Lim Tze Tiong
Operation Manager
Lee Wen Chuin
Operation Manager
Lee Wen Fhong
Operation Manager
Hooi Thing Wai
Operation Manager
Khoo Choong Suen (Joshua)
Operation Manager
Lee Shen Zhang (Darren)
Operation Manager
Leong Ting Wei (Aaron)
Operation Manager
Carina Lim Shuang
Admin Coordinator
Chow Yu Wai (Evi)
Training & Development Manager
Yu Siaw Ching
Account Executive