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THE STEP BY STEP HOW TO SYSTEM
With Personalized Swim Coaching That Shows You What to Fix, Builds Triathlon-Specific Swim Fitness And Grows Your Confidence.
Improving your swimming doesn't have to feel overwhelming, time-consuming, or impossible to fit into your busy life. I’ll show you how to build race-ready swim technique, maximize every swim session, and create consistent progress without wasting hours swimming endless laps with no plan.
Fix your technique, build your fitness, and swim with confidence using personalized training that gets you to your goal, without the frustration; trusted by 500+ triathletes worldwide.
We start with a thorough video analysis of your stroke so you understand exactly what's holding back your times. No more guessing why you're stuck at the same pace, you'll learn exactly what needs fixing as I break down 3-5 specific stroke faults, help you understand what good technique looks like, and give you the exact drills to fix each issue.
Get weekly workouts written specifically for your current ability and schedule constraints. You'll get drill progressions based on your stroke faults, target times to hit for your main sets and enough distance in each workout to help you see the progress you are after
Access to a complete drill video library showing you exactly how to perform every drill and part of the freestyle stroke. These videos make sure every minute in the pool actually moves you towards your goal instead of reinforcing bad habits.
Unfiltered post-workout reflections straight from their training logs.
Everything you’ll learn about swimming, triathlon, and racing comes from working directly with hundreds of Age-Group triathletes, just like you. No children. No pro triathletes. A lot more than theory from a weekend certification course.
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We start with a detailed video analysis to identify exactly what's preventing you from swimming further without stopping. I'll assess your current endurance capacity and learn about your race goals and available training time.
Based on your stroke analysis and overall assessment, I write weekly workouts tailored to your current ability and schedule that will systematically fix your specific technique faults while building the fitness you need to swim faster.
Access drill videos and step-by-step guides that show you exactly how to execute each technique element correctly. No guesswork, you'll learn exactly what to focus on to reach your goals without wasting time with ineffective drills or reinforcing bad habits.
Submit follow-up videos of your swimming and drill execution for detailed feedback. I'll also track your pace improvements and distance progression through your workouts, then adjust your training as you improve, ensuring consistent progress toward your swimming goals.
Effective coaching means paying attention to the details that matter. I review every workout and tell you exactly what to focus on next, ensuring each session moves you closer to your goal.
Proven, real-world coaching lessons learned working with hundreds of real triathletes, packaged into lessons you can access 24/7.
Get started with confidence with a detailed onboarding course. Learn how to use TrainingTilt, record yourself swimming, track workouts properly on your watch, and understand the swim terminology I use. I'll also show you how to use the drill library and make the most out of our workout feedback system so you're able to make progress from day one.
I'll show you the real reasons behind slow swimming and you'll learn my proven 5-step system for making lasting technique improvements. Understand how to prioritize stroke changes and why proper drill work is so important for triathletes wanting to swim faster with less effort.
Master the breathing patterns and timing that will transform your swimming comfort and speed. Learn when bilateral breathing matters, how to keep your head in the right position during the breath, and eliminate the common breathing mistakes that leave you gasping.
Build the foundation of efficient swimming with proper body position, rotation, and just enough kicking to make the stroke effective. Learn how reducing resistance through better balance will solve most swimming problems, master the timing and power of your rotation, and develop a kick that helps rather than drags.
You'll learn how to create a powerful, efficient pull that moves you forward faster. Understand the high elbow catch, learn to pull yourself forward, perfect your hand exit and recovery, and build the strength needed to sustain your speed.
Understand how to build swimming-specific fitness that supports technique improvement. Learn to manage training intensities, pace effectively without constantly checking your watch, and structure workouts that build both speed and endurance to help you on race day.
Bridge the gap between pool training and your race day swim. I'll teach you open water skills, how to adapt your stroke when swimming in a wetsuit, race preparation strategies, and mental techniques to stay calm and confident during your race day swims.
Learn which training tools actually help and which ones are a waste of time. Understand the proper use of fins, paddles, and other equipment in your bag, plus get guidance on wetsuit selection and finding suitable pools when you travel.
Develop the mental approach that separates improving swimmers from those who stay stuck. Learn to reframe your relationship with swimming, handle challenging workouts, and build the athlete identity that supports long-term progress.
Master the systems and strategies for sustained improvement over months and years. Learn goal-setting frameworks, how to handle setbacks, prioritize training time, and develop the habits that create meaningful, lasting progress in your swimming.
“Rory helped me go from a beginner who struggled with 50 meters to a confident triathlete. He not only made me faster but, more importantly, made swimming enjoyable. His ability to explain technical aspects, tailor sessions to individual needs, and provide comprehensive support have been invaluable on my triathlon journey.”
“Rory has really improved my swimming confidence and speed. He’s introduced structure to my plan and it’s made a significant difference. I appreciate the carefully constructed weekly training plans. Working with Rory shifted my mentality from uncertainty to achieving my big swim goals.”
“Before working with Rory, I struggled with getting exhausted quickly and lacked swim workout knowledge. I’ve learned the importance of body position and balance. Rory’s coaching, especially the video analysis and personalized explanations, was enlightening and engaging.”
This coaching is specifically designed for Age Group triathletes who struggle with swimming endurance and are looking to get faster. I do NOT work with children or Masters swimmers wanting to race Butterfly, Backstroke or Breastroke. I've spent many years learning and refining my craft working with AG triathletes that swim between 2.20 - 1.30/100.
Yes. Approximately 50% of my clients have a triathlon coach in addition to working with me. Swimming is a sport unlike running and cycling. My detailed-oriented approach and the coaching process I've built over the last 10 years working online has allowed me to tailor and refine this process in a way that is very difficult for a coach looking after 3 different disciplines to do.
No. My coaching isn't just main sets and a series of drills. When I coach, I teach. I want you to learn as much from me as possible about moving through the water, improving your stroke and preparing for races, but more than that I want to equip you to handle it all on your own. I've got clients that have been with me for years, but that's because they choose to (and we have a great relationship) not because they feel like they can't swim without me.
Most clients feel a difference in their swimming within 4-6 weeks. You'll start understanding your technique better, holding more consistent paces, and swimming with greater confidence. Building lasting improvements and reaching your specific goals can take 3-4 months (or more) of consistent work.
I specialize in breaking down complex swimming technique into simple, clear instructions. All my drill videos show you exactly what to do, and I provide crystal-clear feedback that's easy to understand and implement.
While 3 swims per week is ideal for building endurance, I can work with your schedule. However, progress will be a little slower with only 2 sessions. We'll need to make each workout count and may need to extend your timeline to reach your goals.
You'll need access to a pool, basic swim gear (goggles, cap, fins), and a smart watch (Garmin, Suunto, Polar, Coros, or Wahoo) to track your workouts. I'll let you know if any specific training tools would be helpful for your particular technique issues.
We'll focus on building your pool endurance and technique first. Once you're swimming confidently in the pool, we can address open water skills and race-specific preparation. Many of my clients start nervous about open water and finish feeling completely confident on race day.