Our Coaches
Chris Jongsma As a Life Member of West Coast Swimming Club, former President and coach, CJ has been and instrumental part of the growth and success of the club both in his capacity as a coach and in his involvement with the club committee. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to pool deck and enjoys seeing swimmers progress to the highest level. He has coached swimmers to both State and National level and has been responsible for relay selection for State Championships, A Grade Premierships and Colour Pennants.CJ is familiar with all aspects of swim coaching and team managment and has the ability to coach swimmers of all levels. His more recent roles include Assistant Coach and Team Manager at the Australian Age Championships, Senior Coach of the National Age Development squad, head Coach of Scotch College Swimming Team and Visiting Head Coach for the Broome Swimming Club where he conducted clinics for swimmers and workshops for coaches. As a coach, CJ is well known for the importance he places on technique, the quality feedback that he provides to swimmers and his encouragement of all swimmers to train to their full potential. As a long-term member of the coaching team at West Coast Swim Club, CJ has provided great inspiration and support for both swimmers and parents and is a highly valued member of the club. Qualifications:ASCTA Silver Licence Coach AccreditationWorking with Children Check / Police Clearance Member: Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association |
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Debbie JonesAn accomplished athlete herself, Debbie moved into the field of swim coaching at the age of 18 completing her AUSTSWIM swim teacher's qualification and becoming a qualified ASCTA swim coach. She went on to complete a Degree in Health and Physical Education at edith Cowan University. A desire to travel and live abroad led her to Tokyo, Japan where she earned her first part-time position as a swim coach. In 2003 Deb moved with her family to Phuket, Thailand where she founded and worked as the Head Coach of the Flying Fish Swim Club, an international school based swim club that enjoyed great success both at National and International level. During this time, Debbie and her husband, Hugo, also developed the TriBallistic Triathlon Club, hosted triathlon events and coached local and international triathletes. In 2008, Debbie took up a position as Director of Aquatics and Head Coach of Silverfinz Swim Club at the Phuket International Sports Academy. Under her leadership the club competed successfully at international competitions including Thai National open and Age events, Southern Thailand Championships and Singapore National Trials. With swimmers also travelling to meets in Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Manilla and Perth. Debbie has over 10 years experience coaching swimming to children of all ages, adult beginners, masters and triathletes, and has conducted a variety of clinics, seminars and camps specialising in stroke technique and correction. With a strong commitment to excellence and the confidence she inspires, debbie's passion for swim coaching is obvious to all. Qualifications:ASCTA Bronze Licence Coach AccreditationBachelor of Arts (Health & Physical education) AUSTSWIM teacher qualification First Aid Instructor Red Cross Lifeguard Working with Children Check / Police Clearance Member: Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association |
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Steve Schmidt Info to come |
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DianneInfo to come |
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