Weekly Blog by Swim Smooth

Weekly Blog by Swim Smooth

How to Get the Most Out of Your Coach

Great coaching thrives on communication, trust, and shared ownership of your goals.

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Paul Newsome, Swim Smooth
Jun 05, 2025
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Hey Swimmers,

Whether you're part of a squad or working 1-to-1 with a coach, it's easy to fall into the routine of just "turning up and swimming." But coaching works best when it’s a two-way relationship—one built on communication, trust, and shared ownership of your goals.

A coach can offer world-class insight and motivation, but without your engagement,…

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