Tributes paid to swimming teacher Mia

Tributes have been paid to a “kind and caring” 19-year-old woman who died suddenly after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Mia Jennings tragically passed away over the weekend in Macclesfield, Cheshire.

Tributes have now flooded in for the popular swimming teacher, who worked at Macclesfield Leisure Centre.

A spokesperson for Everybody Health and Leisure said: “We are sharing with great sadness that our dear colleague Mia Jennings passed away this weekend after suffering a cardiac arrest.

“Mia was just 19 years old – a model employee and star apprentice in our HR Team and swimming teacher to hundreds of children at Macclesfield Leisure Centre.

“Those who knew Mia best are understandably shocked and devastated at this time.

“Our thoughts are with her parents, James and Louise, her younger brother and sister and all their family, along with her boyfriend Andrew.”

The company praised Mia for showing “great dedication and commitment at work”.

“Her beautiful smile lit up every room she was in, and she made a positive impression on everyone she met.”

A JustGiving page has now been launched to raise money for heart charity SADS UK.

Her friend Maighan Mclean said: “Mia was 19 years old and the most kind and caring girl we have had the pleasure of knowing, although our time together was short there will never be a moment that was taken for granted.

“Our love goes to her family and loved ones during this devastating time.

“There are no words to describe how heartbreaking this has been, hopefully through the help of everyone we can fundraise to continue Mia’s legacy and bring this charity to light so research can be funded, information can be provided and medical equipment can be bought.”

Mia had received a special recognition as an outstanding apprentice at the North East Cheshire Chamber Business Awards and the South Cheshire Chamber Awards.

The spokesperson added: “Most importantly, Mia was a kind and caring person who always wanted to give her best and help others.