Hudson Valley Swim is excited to expand into Richmond, VA, led by franchise owners Derek and Bridget Evans. They will be opening two territories in West Richmond, with their first Hudson Valley Swim location scheduled to open in March 2026.
About Derek and Bridget Evans
Originally from Philadelphia, Derek and Bridget share a lifelong passion for swimming and teaching. Both have experience teaching swim lessons, and Bridget competed at the collegiate level. They were drawn to Hudson Valley Swim’s mission-driven focus on water safety and confidence-building instruction.
Bringing Safety-Focused Swim Lessons to Richmond Families
As they prepare to launch, Derek and Bridget are excited to help swimmers of all ages build confidence in the water while learning a critical life skill. Hudson Valley Swim – Richmond is proud to bring safety-focused swim lessons to families throughout Richmond, VA.





