ASCA Coaches HQ Podcast

The speaker, a coach from Northeast Ohio, shared insights on developing and leading staff at Dynamo Swim Club. He highlighted the club's structure, including its 501c3 status, multiple sites, and $5.6 million annual...

Jihan Minson, CEO of Coast Guard Blue Dolphins, discussed their comprehensive swim program targeting infants, preschoolers, adults, and special needs individuals in Hampton Roads, Virginia. The program, which includes...

Mackenzie Novell, a lead group coach at Fort Collins, shared her strategies for coaching 8 and under swimmers. With 15 years of experience, she emphasized community engagement, effective evaluations, and clear...

Ian Murray, chair of the Hall of Fame and Awards Committee, discussed the evolution of the ASCA Age Group Club Excellence Award, highlighting the shift from manual data collection to a more efficient system. Joel, a...

Jason Polano shared his experiences and insights on coaching with limited resources, emphasizing creativity and innovation. He recounted his journey from coaching in a 20-yard pool with $200 annually to leading a high...

The discussion emphasized the importance of GoSwim TV for swimming coaches, highlighting its extensive library and weekly Zoom calls. Glenn Mills shared his philosophy on teaching swimming, focusing on individual...

The discussion focused on the integration of high school and club swimming. Brian McGuire highlighted the challenges of coaching both, including managing relationships with rival clubs and ensuring high school...

Coach Mike and Coach Moore discussed their coaching careers, emphasizing their long-term dedication and the secrets to sustaining success. Coach Hubland shared his journey from San Jose YMCA to Oakland University,...

Bill Meyer, the national director for Swim America, and Andy and Nancy Moss from Let's Swim Bahamas discussed their efforts to promote swimming and water safety in the Bahamas. They highlighted the challenge of...

Tony Staley, Director of Sports at the AAU, discussed the organization's history, membership benefits, and event hosting. The AAU, founded in 1888, serves over 800,000 members and 150,000 volunteers across 45 sports....

The discussion focused on teaching adults the butterfly stroke, emphasizing efficiency over speed. The process involves progressing through 10 steps, starting with basic body flow and dolphin dives. Key techniques...

Eric Stimson and Ty Gibbs from USA Swimming discussed recent updates to the data hub, including a new feature for interactive time searches and the addition of PDF downloads for meet results. They highlighted...