Performance Coaching
Performance Coaching with Dave Sankey
Helping swimmers achieve county, regional, national and international success.
Choose your path
Two ways to train with DS Swim
Pick the option that suits you and book online in a couple of clicks.
One-to-One & Two-to-One Coaching
Personalised performance sessions, stroke clinics and video analysis with Dave Sankey at Bakewell, Wellow and Worksop. Booked individually through our SimplyBook system.
Performance Squad Membership
Regular squad training on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at S. Anselm’s School, Bakewell. For County-level swimmers, adult competitors and triathletes. Booked as a monthly membership.
Where we coach
One-to-one & two-to-one venues
Book personalised One-to-One and Two-to-One Performance Coaching at any of our
three dedicated venues.
Bakewell
S. Anselm’s School, Derbyshire
One-to-one and small-group coaching for club and competitive swimmers in the excellent facilities at S. Anselm’s School.
Wellow
Wellow House School, Nottinghamshire
One-to-one and two-to-one coaching sessions for competitive swimmers and triathletes at Wellow House School.
Worksop
Worksop College, Nottinghamshire
Develop your technique in our 1-1 and 2-1 sessions at Worksop College.
Services
Coaching tailored to you
From first competitive strokes to international-level refinement.
One-to-One Performance Coaching
Fully personalised sessions, the fastest possible way to transform your stroke.
Two-to-One Performance Coaching
Shared focused coaching for siblings, friends or training partners.
Video Analysis
Above and below-water filming with frame-by-frame technical feedback.
Performance Clinics
Small-group clinics breaking down each stroke for measurable, competition-focused gains.
Club Consultancy
Support for clubs and coaches developing their squads and pathways.
Technique Development
Targeted programmes to refine efficiency, speed and race skills.
Performance Clinics — Autumn 2026
The next DS Swim Performance Clinics will take place at S. Anselm's School, Bakewell during Autumn 2026. Full details and booking information will be released nearer the time.
Performance Squad Training
Starting in September 2026, DS Swim will be offering regular Performance Squad Training sessions on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at S. Anselm’s School, Bakewell.
These sessions are designed for:
- Competitive swimmers competing at County level and above who want additional high-quality coaching to complement the training they receive at their swimming clubs.
- Adults training for swimming competitions.
- Triathletes.
- Adults looking to improve their swimming technique and fitness through structured coaching.
The programme will be led by Dave Sankey, National Medal-winning coach and founder of DS Swim.
Every session will also be supported by Belle Holman, Head Coach of Bakewell Swimming Club and DS Swim Coach, ensuring every swimmer receives high-quality, individualised coaching both in and out of the water.
Booked as a monthly membership — separate from One-to-One and Two-to-One coaching.
High-quality, individualised coaching for County-level swimmers, adult competitors and triathletes.
- Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday mornings
- S. Anselm’s School, Bakewell
- Led by Dave Sankey & Belle Holman
Success Stories
Proven results at every level
County
Numerous swimmers achieving county qualifying times and records.
Regional
Regional finalists and medallists developed through our pathway.
National
National medal-winning swimmers coached by Dave Sankey.
International
Swimmers progressing to international representation — including an Olympian.
“The breakdown of the butterfly stroke has helped one of my swimmers attain his County Qualifying Time which he thought he would never do. Please can we have more of these clinics in the future.”
Diane Mann
Head of Development Squad, Bramcote SC
“Since doing the breaststroke clinic, Kyle has knocked 6.5 seconds off his personal best time! We have recommended your clinic to everyone we know.”
Catherine Negus
Parent
“Very professional and very usable as a teaching aid. Parents will see DS Swim as very good value for money, and be back for more!”
Karl Davidson
Chairman, Derventio eXcel Swim Squad
Ready to take the next step?
Book One-to-One and Two-to-One coaching, or join the Performance
Squad — whichever suits you best.