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Devonport Swim Club has a team of qualified coaches, dedicated to nurturing and building each squad.
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SENIOR COACHRAFAEL DE SOUZA

(Pronounced Hafael)

Finding a coach that was suitable for the Devonport Swim Club’s mix of members proved to be a real challenge.

Rafael came to our attention just over two years ago and he fulfilled and indeed exceeded all our requirements.

Rafael has a degree in physical education with a post-graduate qualification in swimming and water activities. He was employed in his home country of Brazil at The Campo Grande Atletico Club for 5 years where he managed the club while also coaching pool and open water swimmers as well as triathlon competitors and water polo.

Rafael then moved on to become a lieutenant in the Brazilian Navy where he managed the Physical Education and sports division which included coaching the swimming and triathlon teams.

On a personal level, Rafael competed internationally representing Brazil in triathlon and iron man events. It was while competing that he met his wife Gisele and it was talking to the Kiwis competing on the international circuit that fuelled their desire to come to New Zealand. They both feel that they have found their happy place in Devonport and are enjoying the relaxed lifestyle and making new friends

Since moving to New Zealand Rafael has continued his coaching education and is currently enrolled in courses in both Australia and the USA. Aspects covered are physiology, strength and conditioning, stroke and technique.

Rafael’s skill and his great enthusiasm for swimming and for the people he coaches shines through. We recommend that you make the most of your membership and let Rafael take your swimming to the next level.

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SENIOR COACHBRENT FOSTER

Brent is somewhat of a legend ‘round these parts, as they say,  He has been World Aqualon Champion, World Lifesaving Champion, NZ Commonwealth Games swim rep, and has won many national competitions in swimming and triathlon.

If anyone suggests Brent is genetically gifted, they should take a look at his training regime, and understand the focus required to prepare mind and body to win the next event.

Brent has been a Morning Masters swim coach for several years at DSC. He also has coaching assignments for Swimming New Zealand and is a part-time coach at other Auckland swim clubs.

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We don’t teach people to swim, but we do train them to become better swimmers. If you'd like to join the club, please click the button above and indicate what your squad preference is. If there is availability, we'll arrange a time for you to meet the coach at the pool for a trial.

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