This is a structured form for coaches to provide updates, progress reports, board reports, and insights to a board of directors. The goal is to provide a clear and concise overview of your progress and outcomes, enabling the board to stay informed and make informed decisions. Download the tool here: Board Report Worksheet
This role description is for a Head Developmental Coach. Use it as a guideline to build your specific role description. Download the tool here: Role Description – Head Developmental Coach
This is a simple individual swimmer goal sheet for coaches and swimmers. It is important to have a metric for each goal. Metrics can be time-based (ex 1:01.00 for 100-yard breaststroke) or outcome-based such as “Qualify for Regional Championships” or Process or Values-based such as “Attend every training session and put in my best effort” […]
This guide should help you do much more than survive youth swimming. It should enable you to enjoy it to the fullest and help you make it fun and valuable for your child. To do that, first, you need to understand your responsibilities as a Swim Parent. Download the tool here: Excel at Being […]
Being short-staffed can be a significant challenge that can impact the success of your team. Here are some tips to help navigate staffing shortages and ensure that your competitive swimming program runs smoothly: Prioritize the retention of experienced coaching staff: Experienced coaches are essential to the success of your team, so it’s important to prioritize […]
Common Perception Biases Research has shown that individuals tend to simplify complex decisions by relying on their basic preferences and judgments, rather than acting fully rationally. Being aware of our biases can help us understand how we see and interact with the world. Biases to be aware of: Confirmation bias: Individuals perceive evidence that confirms […]
Think Big, Act Small When it comes to achieving goals or developing new habits, we often approach them as all-or-nothing situations. However, breaking down goals into small steps can help us avoid fatigue and ensure we have the mental space to make progress while juggling other responsibilities. Benefits of taking small steps: Avoid fatigue in […]
As a nonprofit organization, your swim club’s bylaws are essential documents that outline how your club should run. They are a set of rules and regulations that govern the internal operations of your organization, including how it is structured, how major decisions are made, and how board members are elected. However, over time, your club […]
Procrastination is a common problem that many people face, whether it’s putting off a work task, delaying a personal project, or avoiding a difficult conversation. While it may feel good in the moment to avoid these tasks, in the long run, procrastination can lead to increased stress, missed deadlines, and a decrease in productivity. The […]
Getting feedback can be tough. Are you open to other’s opinions, or do you find yourself getting defensive? Where would you fall on this scale? Download the tool here: Open or Defensive Tool