Coaching Tips

It needs careful thought and preparation to ensure all swimmers have a session to suit their needs

Your kick is the rhythm dancing around the beat of your arms

Presentations from the MSNSW Coaching Workshop held at Tattersalls Club on July 23-24, 2022.

A plan provides a framework to direct swimmer training, providing continuity & consistency

Why swimmers should be encouraged to breathe both sides.

For all strokes the Core is central to maintaining a good body position in the water.

Many swimmers may have found their stroke rate has dropped due to inconsistent swimming, lack of fitness and age.

It is essential a streamlined body position is maintained to enable the swimmer to move through the water with the least resistance.

One of the first areas to look at when you have a new swimmer joining your squad is breathing.

A series of 9 columns designed to help you swim at your best at meets, or just appreciate your swimming more.....

A series of articles on heart rate monitoring, stroke rates, stoke correction, drills.......

All season long you have worked hard, met training goals and maintained focus. Now comes the taper.....

In almost all situations going out too hard, i.e. expending too much energy in the first half of a race, means that.....

There is a huge advantage using underwater filming compared to over the water shooting with a Phone or tablet

This paper outlines elements or characteristics that underpin the preparation and delivery of
swim sessions by Masters Coaches.

A basic guide.
(updated July 2023)

It is really important as a Masters Coach to promote a sense of community and belonging in these squads. These sets mix up swimmers from all abilities, enabling them to swim with people they may not normally do. Check out this Powerpoint presentation.

Please ensure that any new members get to read this comprehensive article before competition.....

Tempo Trainers are a valuable tool which can be used to enhance training sessions. They can be used in 2 ways: stroke rate and pacing.

What is Front End Speed (FES), Back End Speed (BES) and CSS pacing?
FES and BES calculator.xlsx