Our team

Coaching

Our qualified coaches and teachers guide every swimmer through their journey — from water confidence to competitive performance.

Our approach

Developing swimmers at every level

Coaching at Alsager Swimming Club follows the Swim England pathway, with structured sessions that build technique, fitness and racing skills appropriate to each squad. Our team holds recognised coaching and teaching qualifications and is committed to a safe, positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications & safeguarding

All coaches and poolside helpers hold current DBS checks and safeguarding training in line with Swim England requirements. See our Safeguarding & Welfare page for more.

Nigel Plant

Head Coach — Level 3

Leads the club coaching programme and oversees the squad pathway from Junior through to senior competition.

Gemma Pilbury

Assistant Head Coach — Swim England Level 2 Coach & Level 2 Teacher

Supports the head coach across all squads with a particular focus on technical development and race skills.

Nicola Clogg

Swim England Level 2 Coach & Level 2 Teacher

Coaches across the junior and development squads, helping swimmers refine their technique as they progress through the club pathway.

Olivia Egerton Brooks

Swim England Level 2 Coach & Level 2 Teacher

Supports our junior and development swimmers.

Hamish Woodhead

Swim England Assistant Coach — Level 1

Works across the junior and development squads building strong technical foundations.

Ellie Stockton

Swim England Assistant Coach & Level 2 Teacher

Supports our junior and development swimmers.

Katie Clewlow

Level 2 Teacher

Supports our junior and development swimmers.

Joe Harrison

Level 2 Teacher

Supports our junior and development swimmers.