MEET OUR COACHING TEAM
Tyneside Swim Club is led by passionate coaches that not only have vast experience coaching but also have experience competing in the sport. We believe it is
important for our athletes to be coached by individuals that understand the sport in every aspect and can relate to parts of the athletes journey.
RORY PARDOE
Rory Pardoe
HEAD COACH
Former Welsh National Swimmer & British National Medalist
Leading Tyneside Swim Club’s coaching program, Rory blends technical excellence with athlete-centred mentoring to create an environment where swimmers thrive.
Rory brings over eight years of coaching experience across development and competitive levels. A former Welsh National Team swimmer and British National Medalist, his approach integrates technical precision, mental conditioning, and performance consistency.
Coaching Focus: Technical skill refinement, race strategy, and long-term athlete progression.
Qualifications: Certified Strength & Conditioning coach, competitive background in British swimming.
Coaching Style: Empowers athletes with trust, communication, and discipline.
Oversees: Entire coaching program and performance pathway.
LYNDSAY HALL
LYNDSAY HALL
DEVELOPMENT COACH
UK & Dubai Experience | MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology
With a strong academic background and years of hands-on coaching, Lyndsay fosters a supportive learning environment where swimmers grow both in skill and mindset.
Lyndsay Hall – Development Coach
Lyndsay combines seven years of coaching experience in both the UK and Dubai with a Master’s degree in Sport & Exercise Psychology. She’s dedicated to creating a balanced training culture that supports mental well-being alongside technical growth.
Coaching Focus: Foundational skills, confidence building, and psychological preparation.
Qualifications: MSc Sport & Exercise Psychology, certified swim coach.
Coaching Style: Empathetic, encouraging, and focused on athlete self-belief.
Oversees: Skills and Junior Development squads.
HAYDN CLINTON
HAYDN CLINTON
DEVELOPMENT COACH
Haydn brings over six years of coaching experience and a deep passion for helping swimmers reach their full potential. Having worked with athletes from learn-to-swim through to national level, he understands every stage of the swimmer’s journey — from building foundations to refining performance.
His own background as a former competitive swimmer gives him both the technical understanding and mental resilience needed to guide athletes with empathy and precision.
Coaching Focus: Stroke development and technical efficiency, Confidence building and athlete mindset, Transitioning from skill acquisition to performance training, Supporting swimmers’ personal growth and balance
Qualifications: Former competitive swimmer, University swim team coach, Experience working alongside former Olympians
Coaching Style: Positive, attentive, and goal-oriented — combining strong technical feedback with motivation and mentorship.
Oversees: Development and Learn-to-Swim squads.
VALENTINS SARIGINS
VALENTINS SARIGINS
DEVELOPMENT COACH
Former Latvian National Swimmer | 10+ Years Coaching Experience
A results-driven coach with international experience, Valentins blends technical knowledge and athlete motivation to build confident, competitive swimmers.
A former Latvian National Team swimmer, Valentins brings over a decade of coaching experience, including as a Head Coach in the UK. His philosophy emphasizes discipline, consistency, and the value of hard work in achieving excellence.
Coaching Focus: Junior and competitive development, race skills, and motivation.
Qualifications: Certified international swim coach, extensive UK and European club experience.
Coaching Style: Structured, positive, and goal-oriented.
Oversees: Junior Development and Competitive Development squads.
RORY PARDOE
Rory Pardoe
HEAD COACH
Former Welsh National Swimmer & British National Medalist
Leading Tyneside Swim Club’s coaching program, Rory blends technical excellence with athlete-centred mentoring to create an environment where swimmers thrive.
Rory brings over eight years of coaching experience across development and competitive levels. A former Welsh National Team swimmer and British National Medalist, his approach integrates technical precision, mental conditioning, and performance consistency.
Coaching Focus: Technical skill refinement, race strategy, and long-term athlete progression.
Qualifications: Certified Strength & Conditioning coach, competitive background in British swimming.
Coaching Style: Empowers athletes with trust, communication, and discipline.
Oversees: Entire coaching program and performance pathway.
LYNDSAY HALL
LYNDSAY HALL
DEVELOPMENT COACH
UK & Dubai Experience | MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology
With a strong academic background and years of hands-on coaching, Lyndsay fosters a supportive learning environment where swimmers grow both in skill and mindset.
Lyndsay Hall – Development Coach
Lyndsay combines seven years of coaching experience in both the UK and Dubai with a Master’s degree in Sport & Exercise Psychology. She’s dedicated to creating a balanced training culture that supports mental well-being alongside technical growth.
Coaching Focus: Foundational skills, confidence building, and psychological preparation.
Qualifications: MSc Sport & Exercise Psychology, certified swim coach.
Coaching Style: Empathetic, encouraging, and focused on athlete self-belief.
Oversees: Skills and Junior Development squads.
HAYDN CLINTON
CALLUM PARDOE
DEVELOPMENT COACH
Haydn brings over six years of coaching experience and a deep passion for helping swimmers reach their full potential. Having worked with athletes from learn-to-swim through to national level, he understands every stage of the swimmer’s journey — from building foundations to refining performance.
His own background as a former competitive swimmer gives him both the technical understanding and mental resilience needed to guide athletes with empathy and precision.
Coaching Focus:
– Stroke development and technical efficiency
– Confidence building and athlete mindset
– Transitioning from skill acquisition to performance training
– Supporting swimmers’ personal growth and balance
Qualifications:
– Former competitive swimmer
– University swim team coach
– Experience working alongside former Olympians
Coaching Style:
Positive, attentive, and goal-oriented — combining strong technical feedback with motivation and mentorship.
Oversees: Development and Learn-to-Swim squads.
VALENTINS SARIGINS
VALENTINS SARIGINS
DEVELOPMENT COACH
Former Latvian National Swimmer | 10+ Years Coaching Experience
A results-driven coach with international experience, Valentins blends technical knowledge and athlete motivation to build confident, competitive swimmers.
A former Latvian National Team swimmer, Valentins brings over a decade of coaching experience, including as a Head Coach in the UK. His philosophy emphasizes discipline, consistency, and the value of hard work in achieving excellence.
Coaching Focus: Junior and competitive development, race skills, and motivation.
Qualifications: Certified international swim coach, extensive UK and European club experience.
Coaching Style: Structured, positive, and goal-oriented.
Oversees: Junior Development and Competitive Development squads.
OUR COACHING PHILOSOPHY
At Tyneside Swim Club, coaching is more than instruction — it’s mentorship, education, and growth. Our team
builds swimmers who are confident, technically strong, and mentally prepared for every level of competition.
Individualised Coaching
Each swimmer receives focused feedback and personalized guidance, ensuring progress matches their unique goals and abilities.
Holistic Athlete Development
Our programs strengthen both the mind and body — developing confident athletes ready for challenges in and out of the pool.
Experience-Led Excellence
With international and national-level backgrounds, our coaches bring proven methods and modern swim science to every session.
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SWIMMING JOURNEY?
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