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The Coaches Lane

The Coaches Lane
Coaching
Swimming
AP Race
Aquatics GB
Commonwealth Games
Olympic Games
Loughborough University
Ireland
Canada
British Swimming
Strength and Conditioning
Constraints-Based Swim Coaching
Skill Development
Ben Negus
Bolles School
Breaststroke
Anna Hopkin
Peterborough, United Kingdom
Group Coaching
Florida

A podcast by swim coaches, for swim coaches, helping you each and every day to become Better Than Yesterday. Powered by the AP Race Coaches Community, this channel is dedicated to producing content for our community of swim coaches worldwide. We are part of the AP Race organisation co-founded by Adam Peaty OBE and Ed Baxter, committed to revolutionising the sport of swimming, to maximise the exper... more

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In this episode, Olympic swimmer and coach developer Alys Thomas shares her journey from early swimming days in Kingston to competing in four Commonwealth Games, transitioning into coaching, and her role in developing Wales' swimming talent.

She di... more

In this in-depth interview we were joined by Ross Nicholas, the National Performance Director of Swim Wales. He discusses with us the importance of system-wide athlete development, innovative coaching principles, and the role of competitions like the... more

Our guest for this episode is an Olympic medalist, World Champion and World Record Holder... but he is so much more than that!

Milo shares with us his inspiring journey from being a 4x Olympic swimmer to transitioning into a coach, emphasising the ... more

Join us as we explore John Szaranek's journey through swimming to coaching at the National Centre in Ireland. We dive into how his coaching philosophy was influenced by 30 years in the police service, and insights into developing elite swimmers in Ir... more

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Recent Guests

Ross Nicholas
National Performance Director for Swim Wales
Swim Wales
Episode: E30 Ross Nicholas, from Swimmer to Coach to National Performance Director for Swim Wales
Milorad Čavić
Olympic swimmer and coach
Coach/Entrepreneur in Washington state
Episode: E29 - Milorad Čavić. Olympic Podium to Coaching and Parenthood - A life in swimming!
John Szaranek
Head coach, National Training Centre, Limerick, Ireland
National Training Centre, Limerick / Swim Ireland
Episode: E28 - John Szaranek. From Scotland to Ireland and beyond. Two careers, one fascinating journey.
Pernille Blume
Olympic champion swimmer, now coach and industry commentator
World Aquatics, Danish Swimming, coaching work
Episode: E27 - Pernille Blume. Finding enjoyment on the journey to becoming Olympic Champion... and what comes next?
Andi Manley
Director of Swimming, Loughborough; Olympic Gold Medal Swimming Coach
Loughborough University / Aquatics GB
Episode: E26 - Andi Manley. Reflecting on the journey from a swimmer, to parent to coaching an Olympic Gold
Lauren Cox
European Short Course Champion, AP Race Ambassador
AP Race / Manchester Performance Centre
Episode: E25 - Lauren Cox. Every step of the journey matters. A coaching conversation with a European Champion
Gary Laybourne
Running coach with a cross-disciplinary background, advocate of multi-sport learning and youth development
Coach and founder/leader involved in CoachCore and other youth initiatives
Episode: E24 - Gary Laybourne. Trackside with a running coach, exploring the similarities and differences in coaching methods
Eric Anderson
National head coach with international coaching experience; worked in Denmark, Canada, Malaysia, and Southeast Asia
National head coach (previous roles at clubs and national teams)
Episode: E23 - Eric Anderson. Coaching around the world and the lessons learned along the way
Jake Gibbons
Head coach at Bolles School Sharks Club / Bolles School
Bolles School
Episode: E22 - Jake Gibbons. The legacy of Bolles and using your socials to share your authentic self.

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Kevin Pickard
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Ash Morris
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E8 - Michael Glossop. Working with people that swim. They are not just swimmers!
Q: If you were to go back to coaching now, what would be the first three things you would do differently to protect balance and longevity?
He would deliberately write balance into the diary, schedule proper breaks, and set clear boundaries with stakeholders to prevent overextension and preserve energy for long-term success.
E8 - Michael Glossop. Working with people that swim. They are not just swimmers!
Q: So let's kind of cast our mind back to when you were in that full-time position. What did your leadership philosophy look like and what were its cornerstones?
His approach centered on adding value to people, building a legacy through how you influence others, and balancing high standards with human-centric coaching; he emphasizes teamwork, delegation, and sustainable practices over chasing medals.
E7 - Dave Champion. "It is what it is" - Exploring longevity in coaching and keeping things fun
Q: What are the cornerstones of your coaching philosophy and how have they held up over the years?
Dave explains that the core is to keep coaching workmanlike, with clear boundaries, and to sell the program by making it enjoyable. He emphasizes leadership by example, personal accountability, and adapting delivery to the athletes' communication styles, while maintaining structure and high standards.
E30 Ross Nicholas, from Swimmer to Coach to National Performance Director for Swim Wales
Q: What would you tell a young coach stepping into their first head coach role about building their development network?
Look after yourself, spend time away from the sport, and proactively reach out to experienced coaches to visit programs, learn from them, and build a personal development plan with ongoing mentorship and observation; networking is essential.
E30 Ross Nicholas, from Swimmer to Coach to National Performance Director for Swim Wales
Q: How do you balance the need for individual progression with the team or system-wide goals, especially for younger athletes in Wales?
Emphasize team-based competition experiences, embed a clear pathway from learn-to-swim through to senior levels, and ensure that development clubs have the resources and coaching support to maintain engagement without overwhelming junior athletes with senior-level expectations.

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A coaching-focused series that centers on high-performance swimming coaching, athlete development, and practical program building. Episodes frequently feature former elite swimmers turned coaches, national and university program leaders, biomechanics and sport-science specialists, and mentorship-driven conversations about coaching philosophy, parenting dynamics, cross-cultural training, and sustainable club culture. Noteworthy angles include athlete autonomy, well-being, cross-discipline coaching insights, and the translation of research into deck-ready practices, making it valuable for coaches seeking long-term, holistic growth for swimmers and programs alike.

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2. Milorad Čavić
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