SWIMCON International Nepal 2025

Lynn Lonngren is a visionary leader and trailblazer. As the founder of the Sea Eagles swim club on Sydney’s Northern beaches in 1990, Lynn’s passion and leadership inspired countless swimmers to achieve greatness. Many of her protégés earned prestigious selections onto New South Wales and Australia Squads, a testament to Lynn’s exceptional coaching and mentorship.

In addition to her club-level impact, Lynn’s influence reached international heights. She was selected as Head Coach for the Swimming NSW Sprint Squad in 1996 and served as a Team Coach for Swimming Australia Age Group Teams in 1994 and 1995. As Chef de Mission for the Swimming Australia Mare Nostrum Tour in 1997, she guided and inspired athletes on the international stage.

Lynn’s unwavering dedication to swimming is undeniable. She has been on the SWIM Coaches and Teachers NSW Board for more than 25 years, most of those while also on the SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia Board filling various positions on both of those Boards including President and Vice-President. Her invaluable contributions together with her advocacy and leadership for female coaches has seen her inducted as Life Membership of SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia, SWIM Coaches and Teachers NSW branch and Swimming NSW.

Brendon Ward is a dynamic and accomplished leader serving as the CEO of SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia. With a passion for aquatic education and a commitment to fostering excellence in swimming instruction and coaching, Brendon has dedicated his career to the advancement of aquatic sports and safety. Brendon is a staunch advocate for water safety, recognising its paramount importance in communities. He is also the Vice President of IFSTA, and actively engages in outreach programs, partnerships with key stakeholders, and advocacy efforts to raise awareness about the significance of swimming education and drowning prevention.

Gary is the Executive Officer of SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia (SWIM) and celebrates his 44th year in the Aquatic industry in 2024. Gary performs a variety of roles at SWIM including overseeing SWIMCON, International Conferences, Professional Development events, clinics, and courses for Coaches, Teachers, and Swim Schools. Gary represents SWIM on the National Aquatic Industry Committee and other Aquatic committees. Gary is also on the selection committee for the International Swimming Hall of Fame inductees. Gary has coached on Australian Swim Teams and has coached numerous Australian and International swimmers to the Olympics, Worlds, Pan Pacs, and Commonwealth Games. Gary was inducted as a Coach to the Australian Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame in 2020.

With an impressive 27-year career dedicated to teaching and coaching in Canberra, Rhiannon’s impact spans from nurturing infants as young as 6 weeks old to honing the skills of Olympic triathletes. Rhiannon boasts a wealth of qualifications, including SWIM Australia teacher certification, Babies & Toddlers , LWD and Foundation Coach. Rhiannon’s commitment and expertise have earned her the distinguished status of a Swim Australia Diamond level teacher, a recognition that speaks volumes about her dedication to the craft. Her influence extends beyond her homeland; she was a featured guest speaker at the international Swim Schools Spectacular in Singapore in 2020, and she graced the SWIM Teachers and Coaches Australia conferences in 2018, 2022, 2023 and 2024 with her invaluable insights. She was awarded the prestigious 2023 SWIM Teacher of the Year, and later that year commenced her role at SWIM at the National Education Manager.

Amy has been involved in the swimming industry for the past 30 years as both a swimmer and an industry professional. Amy’s vast expertise in the industry has seen her work across three states in many varying capacities. Amy started her working career as a swim coach and swim teacher and soon evolved to become a Head Coach. Amy has been a Development Officer for Swimming Northern Territory; she has managed and set up Swim Schools; and she has become a Trainer/Mentor for swimming and aquatic courses passing on her passion and expertise.

Amy is currently the Swimming Queensland Training Coordinator runs SWIM Courses throughout Queensland.

Amy travelled to Beijing in November 2023 with the SWIM team as a presenter for SWIMCON Beijing.

Lynn Lonngren is a visionary leader and trailblazer. As the founder of the Sea Eagles swim club on Sydney’s Northern beaches in 1990, Lynn’s passion and leadership inspired countless swimmers to achieve greatness. Many of her protégés earned prestigious selections onto New South Wales and Australia Squads, a testament to Lynn’s exceptional coaching and mentorship.

In addition to her club-level impact, Lynn’s influence reached international heights. She was selected as Head Coach for the Swimming NSW Sprint Squad in 1996 and served as a Team Coach for Swimming Australia Age Group Teams in 1994 and 1995. As Chef de Mission for the Swimming Australia Mare Nostrum Tour in 1997, she guided and inspired athletes on the international stage.

Lynn’s unwavering dedication to swimming is undeniable. She has been on the SWIM Coaches and Teachers NSW Board for more than 25 years, most of those while also on the SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia Board filling various positions on both of those Boards including President and Vice-President. Her invaluable contributions together with her advocacy and leadership for female coaches has seen her inducted as Life Membership of SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia, SWIM Coaches and Teachers NSW branch and Swimming NSW.