HARRISON GIBSON

• Managing and directing groups of 5-30 swimmers, ranging from advanced Age Group to Senior level.
• Working directly with and assisting both the Head Age Group coach and the Head Senior Coach.
• Incorporating new/advanced equipment to enhance workouts for both age groups.
• Recording, editing, organizing, and reviewing video on each swimmer for technical review.
• Mentoring swimmers through the transition from Age Group to Senior level, addressing athletic, academic, and personal challenges.
• Customizing instruction strategies based on individual abilities, with a focus on preparing Age Group swimmers for Senior level competition.
• Providing regular feedback and technique suggestions to support swimmer progress across both age groups.

• Founded and grew a swim-tech startup, serving over 1500 swimmers within 14 months of launch.
• Collaborated with a renowned PhD sports scientist to develop innovative swim training and analysis tools, gaining extensive knowledge of modern training methodologies.
• Managed all aspects of swim app development, from concept to implementation on iOS and Android platforms.
• Developed and refined training programs based on data analysis and feedback from coaches and swimmers.
• Simplified complex swimming concepts for coaches, swimmers, and parents, enhancing communication and understanding.
• Conducted demonstrations and workshops on swim analysis technology for various swim clubs and coaching staffs.

I would leverage this unique blend of technological innovation and sports science expertise in my coaching role, bringing cutting-edge training methods and analysis tools to benefit the team's performance.

• Assistant Coach at Makos Aquatics Club of Gainesville, working with swimmers of all ages and skill levels.
• Planned and conducted practices from learn-to-swim through senior and masters level.
• Taught swimming techniques using clear, age-appropriate instruction.
• Gained extensive knowledge of Gainesville's swimming community, including pools, high school programs, and club teams.

• Gained intimate level of familiarity with the O'Connell Center pool through working there on a daily basis.
• Set up and worked with equipment for practices at the O'Connell Center pool.
• Recorded and organized race videos during meets for the UF swim team.
• Got to know UF swimmers well, helping the team work better together.
• Kept track of equipment, gear, etc., at the O'Connell Center, making sure everything worked when needed.
• Helped set up for swim meets at the O'Connell Center.
• Assisted coaches during practices at the O'Connell Center pool, getting times and helping as needed.