Ed Anderson

Ed brings a lifelong passion for elite swimming to his coaching, having competed at the 1992 Olympic trials and spent over six years coaching Masters, Age Group, and Triathletes. He prioritises purposeful training over volume, stating, “I don’t believe in ‘junk yardage.’ If a 2 km set accomplishes the goal, there’s no need to add unnecessary laps to reach 4 or 5 km.” Training sessions are held at the Nerang Aquatic Centre, where Ed leverages his experience as a qualified Exercise Physiologist to tailor programs for athletes' specific energy systems and phases. As a high school teacher, he also understands the demands on young athletes, ensuring that swimming integrates smoothly into their busy teenage lives.