Jamie Peterkin
Brandon,FL
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven swim coach and former Olympian with 17 years of international competition experience and over 15 years of professional coaching. Known for developing technically sound, mentally strong athletes through the Japanese Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement. A five-time National Coach of the Year who led the Saint Lucian National Swim Team to success across numerous international championships, including the Commonwealth Games, Pan American Games, and the Olympic Games.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach & Founder
Sharks Swim Club
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Founded and managed one of Saint Lucia’s premier competitive swim programs, guiding athletes from grassroots to elite international levels.
- Served concurrently as Head Coach of the Saint Lucian National Swim Team (2007–2016).
- Led national athletes to major international events, including:
- – Commonwealth Youth Games
- – Youth Olympic Games
- – Commonwealth Games
- – Pan American Games
- – Short Course & Long Course World Championships
- – 2016 Rio Olympic Games
- Honored as Five-Time National Coach of the Year by the Saint Lucia Aquatics Federation.
- Named Coach of the Year (All Sports) by the Ministry of Youth and Sport of Saint Lucia.
- Implemented performance programs rooted in Kaizen principles emphasizing technical precision and self-driven progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Tampa
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University of Kentucky
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Pinecrest High School
FLSkills
- Team management
- Training and coaching
- Recruiting
- Motivational leadership style
- Player evaluation
- Motivational skills
- Team bonding
- Training methods
Accomplishments
• 5× National Coach of the Year – Saint Lucia Aquatics Federation
• Coach of the Year (All Sports) – Ministry of Youth and Sport, Saint Lucia
• 8× Male Swimmer of the Year – Ministry of Youth and Sport Development
• Olympian – Sydney 2000 Olympic Games
• NCAA All-American – University of Tampa
Personal Information
Title: International Swim Coach
AWARDS & HONORS
5’x National Coach of the Year – Saint Lucia Aquatics Federation, Coach of the Year (All Sports) – Ministry of Youth and Sport, Saint Lucia, 8’x Male Swimmer of the Year – Ministry of Youth and Sport Development, Olympian – Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, NCAA All-American – University of Tampa
ATHLETIC CAREER
- National Team Swimmer – Saint Lucia
- 1990 – 2007
- Represented Saint Lucia for 17 years across global events including:
- – Sydney 2000 Olympic Games
- – Pan American Games
- – Commonwealth Games
- – Long Course World Championships
- – Eight-time Male Swimmer of the Year, awarded by the Ministry of Youth and Sport Development.
- Achieved multiple podium finishes at regional competitions throughout the Caribbean.
- Multi-sport athlete recognized for leadership, discipline, and competitive excellence.
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
Coach Jamie’s approach is founded on the Kaizen principle of continuous improvement—focusing on technique, consistency, and purpose. He inspires swimmers to understand their why, take ownership of their growth, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the sport within a supportive and fun environment.
Timeline
Head Coach & Founder
Sharks Swim Club
01.2007 - 01.2016
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University of Kentucky
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Pinecrest High School
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Tampa