Bryan Dedeaux – Coaching Ten Year Old’s 

Coach Bryan Dedeaux, a seasoned coach from Mission Viejo Nadadores, shared insights on coaching 10 and under athletes at the ASCA Clinic. He emphasized the importance of making swimming fun, focusing on friends, and fostering a positive environment. Bryan discussed the balance between hard work and fun, the significance of validation, belief, and motivation, and the need for proper technique and training. He highlighted the role of dryland exercises in developing kinesthetic awareness and athletic skills. Bryan also stressed the importance of setting personal goals, maintaining a positive attitude, and ensuring family comes first.