
Five+ Game-Changing Ideas You Haven't Heard Yet -- just revealed at the Eastern States Clinic
About this episode
New Roundtable Series for for Aquatic Professionals and Coaches:
- Insurance,
- Intellectual Property,
- Technology,
- Fun & Games, and
- Broadcasting
What Every Coach Needs to Hear From the OG Swim Guy
Coach Mark Rauterkus breaks down new coaching resources, roundtables, and media opportunities for swim professionals. Watch to learn how you can get involved, access free content, and stay ahead in the industry.
- Overview of the five weekly roundtables: CYA (insurance), IP in the pool, Tech, Fun & Games, and Broadcasting.
- Details on WAFSU.org webinars and seminars for schools, universities, and international coaches.
- Pathways to present your own content on the podcast or at roundtable events.
- Quick look at the TV show vision and some related media projects (Apple TV's "Stick," local Pittsburgh shows). Got ideas?
Live from the Eastern States Clinic – Featuring Mark Rauterkus
Get ready to rethink community and what you thought you knew about swim coaching. In this episode of Heavy or Not, Mark Rauterkus — the OG Swim Guy and ISCA webmaster — drops five powerful ideas that challenge the status quo of competitive swimming, youth sports, and coach development.
From water safety to podcasting, tech tools to mental health for young athletes, this talk at the Eastern States Clinic is packed with insight, experience, and vision for the future of aquatic leadership.
Topics Covered:
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The future of swim education
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Tech innovation in coaching
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Mental skills training for young athletes
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Live streaming and media in aquatic sports
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The global coaching community via WAFSU
Whether you're a high school swim coach, swim parent, or athlete — this is a must-listen.
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