Quick Silver Coaching Team

Experienced coaches. Positive guidance. Real progress.

Meet the dedicated Quick Silver coaching team, helping swimmers build confidence, improve technique and enjoy every step of their swimming journey. Our coaches support swimmers across all levels, from Junior Development starting at age 6 through to Senior Swimmers working towards their personal best.

All our coaches are qualified and registered with Swimming South Africa, the national governing body for swimming in South Africa. Our coaching approach follows the Long-Term Athlete Development Programme, supporting each swimmer’s progress through every stage of their development.

COACHING AT QUICK SILVER

Guiding every swimmer with commitment, expertise and encouragement.

At Quick Silver Swim Club, swimming is more than just an activity, skill or sport. We believe swimming is a life skill and a positive attitude toward life. Our coaching team creates a safe, supportive environment where children and adults can enjoy swimming for leisure, fitness, squad training or athlete development, while building confidence, discipline and a lasting love for the water.

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High Performance

Helping swimmers develop strong technique, discipline and confidence in the water.
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Coaching Development

Committed coaches with experience, expertise and a passion for swimmer growth.
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Parent & Swimmer Support

Building trust and co-operation between swimmers, parents, teachers and coaches.
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Positive Thinking

Creating an inclusive, encouraging club culture where swimmers feel supported.
SENIOR COACHES

Meet the team behind the progress.

Each coach brings care, patience and professional guidance to help swimmers become more confident, capable and motivated in the pool.

Bernie Manzoni

Coach & Founder

Bernie is the founder of Quick Silver Swimming Academy, which has been in existence since 2011. His interests include Modern Pentathlon, biathlon and Masters swimming. His passion is encouraging young swimmers to embrace swimming as part of their lifestyle. Bernie’s extensive experience in multiple sports and swimming qualifications brings a wealth of experience to his groups.

Nici Wright

Head Coach

Nici has a diverse background across school swimming, Learn to Swim, Juniors and Seniors. Her experience in school and club swimming gives her a clear perspective in coaching the technical execution of strokes. Her mantra is to swim smarter, not harder. Nici is passionate about helping swimmers reach their best potential using a variety of teaching tools and techniques.

Hannelie Van Reenen

Learn to Squad Coach

Hannelie is an experienced Learn to Swim Instructor who teaches the basics to brand-new swimmers and also coaches junior groups. She is a qualified coach and is highly regarded for her versatility and ability to coach a variety of swimmer levels.

ANNEMARIE ODENDAAL

Master Swimming Coach

Annemarie is an experienced Masters Coach who coaches entry-level adult swimmers to competitive swimmers, including Iron Man and Open Water Swimmers. She is a qualified coach and is highly regarded for her versatility and ability to coach a variety of swimmer levels.

OUR COACHING APPROACH

Supportive coaching for every stage of swimming.

From first lessons to more advanced development, Quick Silver coaches focus on technique, confidence, progress and a positive attitude in and out of the pool.
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Learn the Basics

Learn the basics of squad etiquette while building water confidence, safety awareness, breathing and floating skills, and strong swimming foundations for beginners.

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Improve Technique

Stroke correction, body position, kicking, timing and controlled progress.

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Build Fitness

Swimmers improve strength, coordination, endurance and confidence through structured training.
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Grow with Support

Progress is encouraged through positivity, commitment, teamwork and individual goals.

Ready to make a splash?

Join a club that builds confidence, friendships and champions — in and out of the pool.

One team. One club. Endless potential.