Tiger Shark Aquatic Academy
About the Academy
Founder
Dilanka Shehan
International swimmer, national record holder, Team Sri Lanka captain, and founder of Tiger Shark Aquatic Academy.
With years of international competition experience, Dilanka is committed to helping the next generation of Sri Lankan swimmers develop world-class skills, discipline, confidence, and a passion for excellence in and out of the water.
Career Highlights
National Achievements
National Record Holder – 800m Freestyle (Short Course)
National Record Holder – 5km Open Water Swimming
Multiple Sri Lanka National Championship Titles
South Asian Games 2019 – Two Silver Medals
World Championships
World Aquatics Championships Doha 2024 – Open Water 5km
World Aquatics Championships 2025 – Open Water 5km
FINA World Championships Budapest 2022 – Selected Athlete
Asian Beach Games 2026 – 14th Place
Leadership
Sri Lanka Team Captain – Singapore National Championships 2023
Sri Lanka Team Captain – Malaysia International Age Group Championships 2018
Team Sri Lanka Captain – Lifesaving World Championships 2024
Medals & Coaching
Malaysia International Age Group Championships 2018 – Bronze Medalist
South Asian Games 2019 – Two Silver Medals
ASCA Level 1 Certified Coach
ASCA Level 2 Certified Coach
Why Train With Tiger Shark?
International Experience
Learn from an athlete who has competed on the world stage.
Proven Performance
National records, international medals, and world championship participation.
Athlete Development
Technique, discipline, race strategy, and long-term growth.
Our Mission
To inspire, educate, and develop the next generation of Sri Lankan swimmers by combining international experience, modern coaching methods, and a culture of excellence.