I have been working with swimmers of all ages for more than two decades. My coaching  takes a technique-based approach and I take pride in being able to meet swimmers where they ARE rather than where they were or where they wish they were. I have great belief in the power of positive and realistic goal-based work. I have taken part in some epic solo swims of up to 70 kilometers in length, and what I have learned about the mental, physical, and emotional challenges of that type of swimming helps shape my coaching. 

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I am certified by WOWSA, USAS, The Red Cross, and ASCA (Level 3 Masters, Level 5 Open Water); I maintain memberships in coaching and swimming groups in order to stay up-to-date and connected with the community. My high school athletes reached (and remain at ) the highest level in Massachusetts and my adult athletes compete at the national level in the pool, in triathlon, and in open water events.  

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My Swim Accomplishments Include:

*Lake Constance (Bodensee) 66k (thought to be 1st American, 8th finisher)

*Lake Geneva (70K) 8th swimmer & 2nd American to finish

*Lake George (32 miles) 9th swimmer to complete

*Lake Tahoe (22 miles), Lake Memphremagog (25 miles)

*Keuka Lake (34 miles) and Great Sacandaga Lake (32 miles) 1st to swim routes

*Boston Light Swim  (8miles) 6x finisher

*SCAR Swim 2x Finisher

*Northeast Kingdom Open Water Hall of Fame

*New England Masters Distance Swimming Hall of Fame

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"My" Athletes' accomplishments include:

*Wellesley High School Girls undefeated 60 dual meets. 4x State, Sectional, Conference Champs  

*Numerous USMS National Top Ten Swimmers

*Multiple Kona Qualifiers

*Several US Triathlon Age Group National Champions

*Triple Crown Swimmers 

*USMS National Age Group Champions