The Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS) Swimming Program, delivered in partnership with Hunter Academy of Sport and supported by Swimming NSW, supports the development of identified competitive swimmers within the Talent phase of the FTEM pathway.
This program is designed to work alongside an athlete’s current coaching and training environment, providing additional performance enhancement rather than replacing existing squad programs. Support is delivered through targeted in water skill sessions, technical and video analysis, strength and conditioning, and functional movement screening to improve efficiency, power, and long term performance in the pool.
Athletes also receive education in key performance areas including nutrition, sports psychology, load management, and athlete wellbeing to support sustainable athlete development.
Program Inclusions:
Access to all CCAS providers, including Coast Sport, Mingara, Nutrient Nation
Access to purchase CCAS Merchandise pack
Athlete education covering key topics including, Drugs in Sport, Leadership, Load Management, Media Training, Motivation, Nutrition, Social Media, Sports Psychology
Face to face in water skill sessions
Functional Movement Screening / Strength & Conditioning Testing
3 month Mingara gym/pool/track membership voucher
Strength & Conditioning and personalised programming for athlete development
To be eligible for selection, athletes need to provide evidence of time/s at a sanctioned event or events (Event, Date and Venue).
Athletes submit an on-line application form which is then assessed by the CCAS selection panel. The eligibility requirements are assessed and ALL athletes must submit evidence of performance via the on-line application.
Program Details:
The program will run from June-October 2026 with specialised skill sessions approximately once per month run by High Performance coaching staff. Sessions will be split between Hunter and Central Coast venues and a full schedule will be provided to selected athletes. Pool sessions are designed to compliment the athlete’s regular training environment, upskilling high performance attributes and best practice.
CCAS Welcomes Paul Dowey as Head Coach of Swimming
The Central Coast Academy of Sport is excited to welcome Paul Dowey as the new Head Coach of Swimming.
With over 15 years of international coaching experience across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the UK, Paul brings a global perspective and a proven ability to develop swimmers from grassroots through to elite levels.
Paul’s coaching philosophy focuses on technical excellence, mental resilience, and developing the whole athlete—aligned closely with the CCAS vision of supporting athletes to achieve their full potential.
In addition to his role at CCAS, Paul continues as Head Squad Coach at One by Mingara and Mingara Aquatic Club, where he has led the redevelopment of the centre’s swimming pathway and contributed to long-term athlete success.
Paul’s passion for coaching innovation and regional talent development makes him a valuable addition to the CCAS team.
Specialist Coach: Sander Ganzevles
Explore a variety of scholarship opportunities available through the Central Coast Academy of Sport to support athlete development and growth:
