From CDS to Powering the Olympians
By Ms. Romanowich
Tristan’s path was fueled by a passion for swimming and a "spark" for building things that started on his family farm and right here in Mr. Edwards' Physics and Mr. Moorlag’s Computer Science classes. He then took that drive to the University of Waterloo, where he balanced a grueling Mechatronics Engineering degree with varsity swimming—even writing one exam in a hotel room to stay on top of his goals.
Tristan’s path was fueled by a passion for swimming and a "spark" for building things that started on his family farm and right here in Mr. Edwards' Physics and Mr. Moorlag’s Computer Science classes. He then took that drive to the University of Waterloo, where he balanced a grueling Mechatronics Engineering degree with varsity swimming—even writing one exam in a hotel room to stay on top of his goals.
After university, Tristan combined his engineering expertise with his life in the pool to disrupt an entire industry. What started as a prototype made from a GoPro case has turned into a massive business that uses an AI-powered wearable to analyze an athlete's every movement in real-time. This technology has officially rewritten the aquatic rulebook, becoming the first race-legal wearable in swimming history and helping athletes achieve 70 Olympic medals and counting.
Among other things, he imparted these three important lessons to our students:
- Get Involved at CDS. Through his passions, Tristan found himself and developed the skills that helped him in his post-secondary work and professional life.
- Find the hidden advantages. When COVID hit and pools closed, it had a huge negative impact on the bottom line of TritonWear, but also provided an incredible time to go back to Research & Development. This led to the AI Coach that now powers TritonWear. There are advantages hidden in these moments—find them!
- Master the tools. We live in an era where the world’s most powerful tools are at your fingertips. Don’t just watch them change the world—be the person who masters them.
Thank you, Tristan, for showing our students that big dreams start with curiosity, a lot of grit, and the courage to build the future!
Land Acknowledgment
The Country Day School wishes to recognize and acknowledge the land on which the school operates. Our nearest Indigenous Nations are now the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island. The Dish with One Spoon Wampum covenant is often cited as an example of the shared responsibility for caring for these lands among the Huron-Wendat, Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee peoples who would call these their traditional territories. CDS respects the relationship with these lands and recognizes that our connection to this land can be strengthened by our continued relationship with all First Nations, by acknowledging our shared responsibility to respect and care for the land and waters for future generations.
School Information
Junior, Middle and Senior Schools
13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5
(905) 833-1220
communications@cds.on.ca
admissions@cds.on.ca
Founded in 1972, The Country Day School is a co-educational private school offering programs in JK-12 and located on 100 acres north of Toronto in King.
13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5
(905) 833-1220
communications@cds.on.ca
admissions@cds.on.ca
Founded in 1972, The Country Day School is a co-educational private school offering programs in JK-12 and located on 100 acres north of Toronto in King.
