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Izzy founded Western Waves Swimming in winter 2025 to create a welcoming, motivating environment where adults can improve their swimming, build fitness and enjoy training together.

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A former national-level swimmer, Izzy returned to competition in her 30s as a Masters athlete. In the same year, she won the Women’s Seniors title at the Pier to Pub and set multiple Australian Masters records, bringing first-hand experience of training and racing into her coaching.

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With over five years of experience in swim teaching and coaching, Izzy loves helping swimmers of all ages and abilities build confidence, train smart and achieve their goals. She also coaches at Melbourne Vicentre, supporting the development of age-group swimmers.

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In 2026, Izzy was selected for the AIS ASPIRE coaching program, further developing her skills in athlete development, leadership and coaching practice.

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Outside the pool, Izzy is an active MMA athlete. Her experience across swimming and combat sports shapes her approach to strength, discipline and mindset.

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Her coaching focuses on strong technical foundations, developing speed, managing training loads and helping swimmers perform at their best.

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Experience

• Founder and coach, Western Waves Swimming

• Age-group coach, Melbourne Vicentre

• Five years of learn-to-swim and adult swim teaching experience

Certifications

• Swimming Australia Accredited Development Coach

• SWIM Australia™ Foundation Coach (SAFC) — SISSSWM001 and SISSSCO005

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