para and adaptive coaching
Experienced coaching for swimmers and triathletes of all classifications
Robin has spent decades working with Paralympic and adaptive athletes, helping swimmers and triathletes of every classification to develop their technique, build confidence and compete at the highest level they are capable of.
He has coached medal-winning athletes at four Paralympic Games, Beijing, London, Rio and Tokyo, and brings the same patience and understanding to every athlete he works with, whatever their starting point or ambitions.
Coaching that understands your needs
All classifications welcome
Robin has worked with swimmers across the full range of physical, visual and intellectual impairment classifications. His coaching is rooted in that experience, in technical knowledge, and in an adaptive approach that starts from what each swimmer can do rather than what they cannot.
Individualised technical development
There is no generic training. Our sessions are tailored to your specific needs, focusing on:
- Adaptive stroke mechanics and biomechanics.
- Efficiency and propulsion relative to your classification.
- Body position, balance and coordination.
- Start and turn techniques adapted to your abilities.
- Race strategy and pacing.
- Building confidence and independence.
We work to develop each swimmer’s or triathlete’s confidence in the water, understanding of their own stroke, and ability to train and compete with independence and self-belief.
Who this coaching is for
Our Para and adaptive coaching is for swimmers and triathletes aged 13 and over, including:
- Competitive Paralympic swimmers preparing for national or international competition.
- Age-group adaptive swimmers looking to develop skills and race with confidence.
- Recreational swimmers with disabilities wanting to improve technique and enjoy the water more fully.
- Para triathletes working on the swim leg or on all three disciplines.
- Anyone at any stage, from complete beginner to experienced competitor.
Whatever your classification, current ability or goals, the coaching is built around you and the reasoning behind every change is explained.
Accessible facilities at the Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort
Coaching takes place at the Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort in Costa Teguise, in a 10-lane, 50m heated outdoor pool with ocean views. The resort offers step-free access to the poolside and accessible changing facilities, and we will talk through your specific requirements before you book so that nothing is left to chance on arrival.
Above and below water detailed video analysis
Every course includes a full video analysis filmed by Natasha Brew above and below the water, with the camera angles chosen for adaptive swimming and triathlon, which Robin then talks through with you. It provides:
- Above- and below-water footage to assess stroke mechanics.
- Clear visual feedback showing exactly how your body moves through the water.
- Specific technical adjustments relative to your classification.
- Before-and-after comparisons to track progress.
- Digital records you can take away and share with your home coach.
Further analyses during a course are £95 each, and a single analysis can be added to any drop-in session.
Coaching formats
In Lanzarote, coaching runs as 1-to-1 drop-in sessions or as 3, 5 and 7-day courses of two coached sessions a day. A carer, training partner or family member is welcome on the poolside at every session at no charge.
Individual coaching
One-to-one sessions providing intensive, personalised attention across all aspects of technique and race skills.
Small group coaching
Sessions for 2 to 4 swimmers, for training partners or families wanting to progress together in a supportive environment.
Online personal coaching
An ongoing, structured coaching programme delivered remotely through the TrainingPeaks platform, with in-person sessions in Lanzarote available at an additional charge. From £175.
Coaching options and prices
1-to-1 technical drop-in session
One hour on the poolside with Robin, pool hire included. Book one, or a run of sessions across your stay. Available for all abilities aged 13 and over.
Video analysis
Natasha films you above and below the water, and Robin talks you through the footage, so you can see exactly what needs to change and why. Included in every course; can be added to any drop-in session.
Technical coaching camps
- IndividualPrices from£585pp
- 3 days - £585
- 5 days - £980
- 7 days - £1,375
- 2 - 4 peoplePrices from£390pp
- 3 days - £390
- 5 days - £630
- 7 days - £870
What's included
Click here for further info in what's included with technical coaching camps.- Two coached 1-hour pool sessions (am and pm) on the full days, with a single session on the arrival and departure days, timed to suit late or early travel.
- ‘Prices from’ are based on 5 sessions on the 3-day camp, 9 on the 5-day and 13 on the 7-day; the number and timing of sessions can be adjusted to suit your energy, recovery and any medical or care routine.
- Every session coached and technique-driven, with the stroke, starts and turns adapted to your classification, impairment and what your body does best.
- Detailed video analysis, above and below the water, so you can see exactly where the gains are.
- Pool hire, included in the coaching fees with no step accessibility.
- Lane space shared only with your own group, so the pool environment stays calm and predictable.
- Your carer, guide or support person welcome on poolside at every session, at no extra cost.
- Coaching that works alongside your own coach or classification programme, with notes provided after the camp on request.
- A Swim Craft training hat as a thank you for booking.
- For groups of 9 or more, Robin is joined by another highly skilled coach to complement himself and Natasha, so that every swimmer receives the individual attention that is the hallmark of all our coaching.
Not included
Accommodation and flights
Do look at the Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort, which has adapted rooms and facilities, where we are able to send you a 15% discount code when you book onto a camp.
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