Swim Smooth

Episode 13 - the lengths we go to in training the world's most passionate Swim Smooth Coaches

Feb 23, 2019
Join Emma Brunning, coach mentor from Active Blue, Chris Bagg, former pro Ironman, Mandi Kowal, ex-head coach at the University of Iowa, and triathlete Toni Saunders as they share insights from their intense two-week coaching certification in Perth. They discuss the rigorous training method focusing on emotional support and sustainability in coaching. The guests reflect on their transformative journeys, the joy of coaching, and the challenges of adapting from athlete to coach, all while enjoying the local culture and bonding over culinary delights!
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INSIGHT

Mentoring Is Holistic

  • Emma frames mentoring as a holistic role combining technical tutoring with emotional and communication support.
  • Managing coach energy and wellbeing is as important as technical skills for a sustainable coaching career.
ADVICE

Manage Your Coaching Energy

  • Manage your energy as a coach so passion doesn't burn you out quickly.
  • Role-model rest and recovery to prevent long-term depletion in yourself and your athletes.
INSIGHT

Certification Is A Multi-Step Journey

  • Swim Smooth runs a staged selection: coaches join the Coaches Network, attend a three-day course, then may be invited to the full certification.
  • The full certification includes months of mentoring and culminates in a two-week Perth intensive to ensure consistent delivery.
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