Coaching Team

I have been North Tyneside ASC's Head Coach since 2010 and I am very proud of what we have achieved, not only in terms of pure competitive results but also how we have developed and grown as a Club for all, over this period of time. My coaching philosophy is simple and is heavily based on focussing on the process, not the end result. I am a great believer in treating a swimmer as to what they could become - which may be more than even they could imagine possible - and take great pride when this comes to a realisation.

I a volunteer Coach within the Stroke Development programme at North Tyneside Amateur Swimming Club. I am also an experienced British Swimming Official/Judge and Team Manager. 

I have been with the Club for a number years. I started as a Parent Helper which I enjoyed so much it led to me train as a Level 1 Assistant Coach. I havealso trained and qualified as a British Swimming Level 2 Official and you will regularly see me on poolside at galas!

I love being part of the Club, it's like having a second family! I've made some good friends over the years and I love coaching the children, watching them as they improve and ultimately achieve their goals. I believe in positive reinforcement and encouraging them to do their absolute best.

As a parent of 2 swimmers in the Club and a keen swimmer myself, I have taken great pleasure in volunteering my time to become a Level 1 Assistant Coach and British Swimming Official. I have learnt a huge amount about the technical side of swimming and I’m in awe of the effort our swimmers put in to their training. I love to see how they progress and continually improve and I am proud to be part of the North Tyneside ASC team.