Coaching

Coach Pathways

Artistic Swimming WA’s AquaStART 

The AquaStART Course is for instructors teaching Artistic Swimming WA’s participation in non-competitive programs.

To learn more about becoming an instructor, contact Artistic Swimming WA’s Development Officer

 

Artistic Swimming Australia’s Coaching Course

The ASA Coach Education Framework outlines the step-by-step process by which coaches can develop their skills and experience.

The entry-level course is the Foundation Coach Education course, perfect for athletes, parents, and schoolteachers who want to understand the basics of the sport and the general coaching principles.

The program aligns with the Synchro Skills – Skill Acquisition Program basics and related Skills Curriculum (Red and Orange Level).

The Foundation course is delivered through the Artistic Swimming Australia eLearning Platform, which provides excellent geographical and time flexibility.

Foundation course breakdown:

  • Module 1: Role of Coach
  • Module 2: Legal Requirements
  • Module 3: Growth & Development
  • Module 4: Communication
  • Module 5: Teaching & learning
  • Module 6: Planning
  • Module 7: Orange skills
  • Module 8: Red skills
  • Module 9: Hypoxia

For more information, click here to access the Artistic Swimming Australia website.

Coaching Resources

 

New Rules – Scoring System

Season Directive 2025-2026

State Stream Scoring System

ASWA Masters Rules

ASA Championship Rules

ASA Championship Rules MASTERS

Oceania Artistic Swimming Rules 2026

World Aquatics Rules

High-Performance Criteria 2025-2026

Academy Criteria 2025

ASWA Development Pathway

Coaching Mentorship

 

Coaching Requirements

ASWA requires all coaches to meet the following requirements in order to be qualified: