Coach Gabi discovered her love for swimming at the age of seven, beginning her competitive journey with a local swim team in Costa Rica. Her passion and dedication led her to represent Costa Rica on its National Team at the International Level. She also competed for the National University of Costa Rica, where she graduated in 2005 with a degree in Physical Education and Health Promotion.

Since 2010, Coach Gabi has been teaching and coaching swimming in the United States at various YMCA facilities in Pennsylvania. Her experience spans all age groups and abilities—from parent‑child classes and special‑needs instruction to adult lessons and competitive youth training. During her time with the YMCA, she served as an Assistant Coach, a Head Coach, and an Aquatics Coordinator for nearly three years.

Coach Gabi recently moved to Gulf Shores, where she continues to share her passion for swimming and youth development. Outside the pool, she enjoys spending time outdoors, camping, and going to the beach with her family. Her three young children also love spending time in and around the water.

As a coach, she views swimming as a sport that is both fun and challenging. She prioritizes proper technique across all strokes to build strong habits and reduce the risk of injury in young swimmers. Her goal is to help athletes develop skills they can carry throughout their lives, encouraging a healthy and lifelong relationship with the sport.