Book Private Swimming Lessons with Coach Alec

I have been involved in swimming both as an athlete and coach for over a decade. I swam competitively for four years in high school and two years in college before transitioning into coaching. Over the past nine years, I have worked in aquatics, developing athletes of all levels and helping them reach their full potential. I have coached athletes who have gone on to compete at the next level and have led swimmers to top 16 finishes at CIF. I focus on building strong fundamentals, improving race strategies, and fostering a competitive yet supportive environment that helps swimmers succeed in and out of the water.

Improving a swimmer’s performance starts with refining technique, building endurance, and developing smart race strategies. I focus on stroke efficiency, body positioning, and breathing control to maximize speed while conserving energy. Through structured training plans, I target individual weaknesses with tailored drills, incorporating race-pace sets and endurance work to enhance both speed and stamina. Video analysis and real-time feedback help swimmers make immediate adjustments, while dryland training strengthens core stability, flexibility, and power for better starts, turns, and finishes. Beyond physical conditioning, I emphasize mental preparation, race tactics, and confidence-building to ensure swimmers perform at their best in practice and competition.

A typical training session is structured around the swimmer’s needs, goals, and upcoming competitions, with each workout tailored to maximize progress. Sessions often begin with a dynamic warm-up, including mobility exercises and activation drills to prepare the body for efficient movement in the water. Depending on the focus, the main set may emphasize stroke technique, endurance, speed work, or race strategy. Drills are incorporated to refine mechanics, improve breathing control, and enhance efficiency. If a meet is approaching, workouts shift to race-pace training, starts, turns, and finishes to fine-tune competitive performance. Dryland exercises may also be included to build strength, flexibility, and injury prevention. Every session is designed with a purpose, ensuring swimmers get the most out of their time in the water.

The best coach I ever had was my coach at Mt. San Antonio College. They showed me that sports are about more than just the game itself—it’s about growth, discipline, and the lessons that extend far beyond competition. Their approach to coaching wasn’t just about producing results in the pool; it was about developing athletes as individuals, teaching resilience, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. That perspective changed the way I saw sports and ultimately inspired me to become a coach. I wanted to give athletes the same experience—helping them succeed in competition while also seeing the bigger picture of what sports can teach them about life.

Athletes and parents should know that I’m all in when it comes to coaching. At 28 years old, with a degree from Chico State and years of experience in the water, I’ve spent thousands of hours refining not just my own swimming but the way I teach it. I believe in a balance of hard work and fun—pushing swimmers to be their best while making sure they enjoy the journey. My goal isn’t just fast times; it’s building confidence, resilience, and a love for the sport that lasts beyond the pool. Whether an athlete is here to compete at the next level or just wants to get stronger in the water, I’m committed to helping them reach their goals while keeping things engaging and rewarding.