Matt has a love for swimming that shines through in his coaching. He is currently studying Physiology and Psychology which brings a performance mindset to his coaching and helps get the best from his swimmers. As a competitive swimmer and water polo player his fitness and swimming make him one to be watched!

As a competitive swimmer from South Africa, Matt has LIVED swimming. He has been swimming competitively since 9 years old, he is Still Water Lifeguarding certified and also played Water Polo at a regional level. As a coach, he is critical on technique, which makes the difference for swimmers at a higher level. Matt is our Program Leader for Squads developing our swimmers for competition and bringing his passion for swimming to the Urban Swim Squad team.

Matt is currently studying Physiology and Psychology. He is interested in human performance – intertwining the physical and mental aspects of the body. This gives Matt a different mindset with his coaching looking for areas to improve his swimmers performance in and out of the water.

Matt’s speciality is squad coaching, but you will also see him in the pool with some Learn to Swim Classes. Or having fun with the kids and the Water Polo goals!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2021 – ASCA Level 1
• 2021 – First Aid Level 1
• 2022 – STA International Lifesaving Course for Swimming Teachers
• 2023 – Child Safeguarding in an Aquatic Environment

INTERESTS:

• Hiking
• Gardening
• Diving
• Cooking