Experiences

Swimming Journeys

Every swimmer has a different story. These are some of the journeys we've shared together.

Marcus Smallbone coaching a swimmer poolside

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Three journeys to start with

Ruedi Wild with coach Marcus Smallbone

Ruedi Wild – World-Class Performance

"Marcus's extensive knowledge and intuitive coaching were invaluable..."

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Sourkia's Journey – From Fear to Lake Swimming

"I couldn't even put my face in the water..."

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Aaron – Confidence Through Understanding

"Marcus transformed both my swimming and my confidence..."

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Browse every journey

Learn & Build Confidence

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Sourkia's Journey – From Fear to Lake Swimming

Adult beginner, Zurich

"I couldn't even put my face in the water..."

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Frank's Journey – From Pool to Lake

Open water swimmer

Jojina's Journey with coach Marcus Smallbone

Jojina's Journey – Confidence Through Swimming

Student swimmer, Jakarta

"Coach, your guidance and inspiration helped me discover swimming as a haven to thrive..."

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Magnus – Finding Flow in the Water

Adult swimmer

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Mathias – Making Water Your Friend

Adult swimmer

Perform & Improve

Ruedi Wild with coach Marcus Smallbone

Ruedi Wild – World-Class Performance

Olympian • World Championship Medallist • Professional Ironman Triathlete

"Marcus's extensive knowledge and intuitive coaching were invaluable..."

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Aaron – Confidence Through Understanding

Masters Swimmer, Age 47

"Marcus transformed both my swimming and my confidence..."

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Bruno's Journey – Road to Kona

Ironman triathlete

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Bernhard's Experience – Improving at Every Age

Masters swimmer

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Jerry's Story – Understanding the Water

Swimming enthusiast, Zurich

"I count myself lucky to have the opportunity to learn how to swim properly from Marcus..."

Supporting Young Athletes

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Daniel's Perspective – Beyond Swimming

Young athlete

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A Parent's Perspective – Performing When It Matters

Parent of a 14-year-old elite swimmer

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Dennis's Story – Making Learning Fun

Student swimmer, age 14, Zurich

"It is very fun to study with Mr. Smallbone..."

Every great swimming journey starts somewhere