Coaching
Coaching that meets you where you are.
From your first strokes in open water to elite triathlon preparation — our Swim Smooth–inspired programme is tailored to you.
Meet your coach
Laura Ansell
I’m Laura, founder of TriSwim and a Swim Smooth certified coach. I’ve taught and coached for over 18 years, working with complete beginners right through to Olympians, channel swimmers and full-distance world champion triathletes — and I still get the same buzz watching someone relax into their stroke as I do pacing an elite athlete through a race.
What makes my coaching different? I use the Swim Smooth methodology — identifying your stroke type, filming above and below the water, and building a plan that fits your body, your goals and the time you have. There is no one-size-fits-all drill sheet here; every session is tailored to you.
For indoor teaching and coaching I use our own private pool facility in Sevenoaks Weald. It sits on a private estate with views across the Weald, and I keep every indoor session strictly one-to-one so you get my full attention from start to finish.
Ways to work with us
Three routes to a better stroke.
1:1 stroke coaching
Personalised technique work in the pool or open water. Ideal for triathletes and adult improvers.
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Video stroke analysis
Above and below water filming with detailed side-by-side breakdown and a written development plan.
Book now →Group swim sets
Structured, coached sets on the lake — endurance, technique and race prep.
Book now →The TriSwim approach
Technique, confidence, community.
Coaching at TriSwim is built on the Swim Smooth methodology — identifying your unique stroke type, filming above and below the surface, and building a plan that respects your body, your goals and your time.
Enquire about coaching →Coaching FAQs
Questions, answered.
What level do I need to be?+
Any level. We coach complete beginners who are still building water confidence right through to athletes preparing for long-distance events.
Pool or open water?+
Both. Technique work often starts in the pool, then we transfer it to the lake so it holds up in real open water conditions.
What happens in a video analysis session?+
We film you above and below the water, review the footage with you side by side against model technique, and send you a written plan with drills to work on.
How many sessions will I need?+
Most swimmers see a clear change within three to four sessions, though a single analysis session is often enough to reset the biggest habits.
Can I book coaching as a gift?+
Yes — get in touch and we'll arrange a gift voucher for any coaching option.
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