Katrina van Eyk is a Australian Swim Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) qualified Swim Teacher, Bronze/Development level coach and presenter with experience in running rural swim schools, school swimming programs, a competitive swimming club and presenting ASCTA courses. In 2020 Katrina was announced as one of four Victorian finalists of the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award. Katrina believes mentoring holds a key role in not only developing us as Swim Teachers and Coaches but also enhancing our industry, The Aquatic Mentor podcast will bring aquatic professionals together to learn from the experiences of others while developing a united industry through support and education.

Aquatic Mentors
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Katrina van Eyk is a Australian Swim Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) qualified Swim Teacher, Bronze/Development level coach and presenter with experience in running rural swim schools, school swimming programs, a competitive swimming club and presenting ASCTA courses. In 2020 Katrina was announced as one of four Victorian finalists of the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award. Katrina believes mentoring holds a key role in not only developing us as Swim Teachers and Coaches but also enhancing our industry, The Aquatic Mentor podcast will bring aquatic professionals together to learn from the experiences of others while developing a united industry through support and education.
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September 16, 2023
Introduction to Aquatic PD Podcast
Hello and welcome to the Aquatic PD Podcast. I am your host Katrina van Eyk and it is great to be talking to you via a podcast again.As we are starting fresh with our rebrand, I wanted to take the opportunity to introduce myself and the podcast to the new listeners and update our loyal followers on what is new.

January 1, 2023
The Aquatic Journey of Jade Edmistone
Podcast Episode – Jade EdmistoneWelcome to another episode of the Aquatic Mentors podcast. I am your host, Katrina van Eyk.In this episode I interview a highly accomplished swimmer who began to made headway in the sport at 16 years of age and is now an entrepreneur, an author, a motivational speaker, and a performance coach. So, please extend a big welcome to the podcast for Jade Edmistone.Jade joined her local swimming club at the age of 8 where her natural affinity and love for the water developed. As a late bloomer it wasn’t till the age of 16 that Jade started making headway in the sport but after the tragic loss of a close friend and her resilient battle with depression she quite at the age of 18. Two years on in 2002, aged 20 Jade set her sights on becoming the fastest women in the world and returned to the pool once again. With exceptional focus and drive, Jade’s goal was achieved when she broke her first world record in 2004 becoming the fastest women every over the 50m backstroke.Jade continued her dominance over sprint breaststroke breaking 5 world records and winning 3 world titles between 2004 and 2006 before retiring in 2009.After a lengthy battle with serious mental illness issue since retirement Jade, a mother of two beautiful daughters had to fight her way back to health as she navigated her difficult transition from elite sport to normality. Sharing her story in a powerful book, Fish our of Water Jade now continues her passionate involvement in sport. Through today’s episode Jade shares some insights into her career as well as her thoughts on swimming and where she see’s swimming moving to in the future.Please share the hidden gems you find in Jade’s interview on our Facebook page, Aquatic Mentors and you will find all her contact details listed at the end of the show notes.If you want to share your aquatic story, please contact me via my email: regionalswimclinics@outlook.comSo, let’s dive in and find out more about Jade’s journey in swimming. Jade Edmistone’s Contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-edmistone-201965aa/Website: https://www.getoncore.com.au/ Katrina van Eyk's Contact Information:Aquatic Mentors - https://www.aquaticmentors.com.au/Facebook - Aquatic MentorsRegional Swim Clinics - www.regionalswimclinics.com.auEmail – regionalswimclinics@outlook.comFacebook - Regional Swim Clinics Aquatic Mentors Ebook Link: https://www.regionalswimclinics.com.au/top-10-tips-for-aquatic-professionals/

December 21, 2022
Sponsorship with Charlotte Woods
Podcast Episode – Charlotte WoodsWelcome to another episode of the Aquatic Mentors podcast. I am your host, Katrina van Eyk.In this episode I interview an expert in personal branding and someone who enjoys focusing on athlete’s and their sponsorship opportunities. So, please extend a big welcome to the podcast for Charlotte Woods.Charlotte is passionate about elevating the athlete pathway through personal brand development. In her role as General Manager and content developer at The Brand Builders, she empowers athletes with the knowledge, skills and resources needed to confidently identify and activate their brand.She has personally mentored hundreds of professional and elite athletes in their brand development in Australia and around the globe. Charlotte combines strategy and a creative approach to help athletes identify their unique value and leverage their brand to achieve their vision and goals.With a Masters in writing and the co-author of The Athlete Brand, Charlotte designs and delivers Athlete Brand education programs for local and international sporting organisations.Through today’s episode Charlotte shares some insights into her career as well as her thoughts on athlete sponsorship and where she see’s swim schools can provide sponsorship opportunities for swimmers of all levels.Please share the hidden gems you find in Charlotte’s interview on our Facebook page, Aquatic Mentors and you will find all her contact details listed at the end of the show notes.If you want to share your aquatic story, please contact me via my email: regionalswimclinics@outlook.comSo, let’s dive in and find out more about Charlotte’s journey in swimming.Charlotte Wood’s Contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-f-woods Website: www.thebrandbuilders.com.auKatrina van Eyk's Contact Information:Aquatic Mentors - https://www.aquaticmentors.com.au/Facebook - Aquatic MentorsRegional Swim Clinics - www.regionalswimclinics.com.auEmail – regionalswimclinics@outlook.comFacebook - Regional Swim Clinics Aquatic Mentors Ebook Link: https://www.regionalswimclinics.com.au/top-10-tips-for-aquatic-professionals/
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