About the author
Gary Barclay is a leader in aquatic education in Australia and around the world. As a former National level swimmer, swimming teacher, swimming coach, athlete manager, and one of the leading Swimming Club managers in the sport of swimming in Australia, Gary has brought together all his experiences, and those shared with him by parents and coaches, into this wonderful resource.
For many parents having a “swimmer” in the family is not something they planned. Gary will guide you through how children get involved in swimming and how you can assist them as they progress from one session a week to multiple sessions and participating in competitions.
‘Swimming for Parents’ is a lifelong project that draws on many of Gary’s experiences as a swimmer, coach, swimming administrator and now as a parent of young children who enjoy swimming.
Gary has been involved in the sport of swimming for the last 35 years and worked actively as a coach and manager for the past 20 years. You will thoroughly enjoy reading this book and once you start, you will not be able to put it down.