The swim doesn't have to be the bit you dread.
Every session is built around triathletes — open water skills, race starts, confidence in the chaos. You'll leave knowing exactly what you worked on and why.
Session Schedule
Three session types. One goal — making you a more confident, more capable swimmer. Whether you're preparing for your first triathlon or chasing a Kona slot, there's a lane for you.
Adult Squad
Mon · Tue · Wed · Fri
6:15 am
Intermediate to elite level. Freestyle and open water focused, developing other strokes and skill sets along the way.
Youth Development
Thursday
7–8 am
All strokes, non-competitive and tri focused. For children and youth looking to develop lap swimming — whether they want to swim well or swim fast.
1-on-1 Coaching
By Appointment
Stroke
Work.
Stroke correction and technique focus with Thomas Heaton. For athletes who need targeted, individual attention. Contact us to book your session.
Pricing
All pricing is based on a 4-week membership block. Pick the sessions per week that fits your training schedule — more sessions, better value.
1 session/week
80
per 4 weeks
$20 per session
2 sessions/week
150
per 4 weeks
$18.75 per session
3 sessions/week
215
per 4 weeks
$17.92 per session
4 sessions/week
250
per 4 weeks
$15.63 per session
1-on-1 coaching sessions by appointment — enquire for pricing at swim@cartelcoaching.com
Every session is built around triathletes — open water skills, race starts, confidence in the chaos. You'll leave knowing exactly what you worked on and why.
What to Expect
Our adult squads cater from intermediate level through to elite triathletes. Sessions are primarily freestyle and open water focused, while also developing other strokes and challenging skill sets. Every metre has a reason behind it — no junk yardage.
For children and youth looking to develop lap swimming across all strokes. Whether your child wants to swim with a non-competitive focus or build skills for triathlon — we have a programme for them. Coached, structured, and actually fun.
Meet Your Coaches
Head Coach
Based in Wanaka, NZ. Tim has coached at the Olympic level, worked with Commonwealth Games representatives, and helped pros win iron-distance races worldwide. He holds a Bachelor's and Master's in Physical Education from Otago and is an IRONMAN University Certified Coach with 21+ years of experience.
Swim Specialist & Physiotherapist
Thomas brings a unique blend of athletic experience and clinical knowledge to his coaching. A competitive swimmer and triathlete himself, he's a natural at breaking down swim technique in a way that actually makes sense — and equally passionate about keeping athletes healthy and training consistently.
"For now, Wanaka. But we're just getting started."
Cartel Coaching Swim SquadDrop us an email and we'll get you sorted — which session is right for you, what to bring, and when to show up.
Wanaka, New Zealand · swim@cartelcoaching.com
Get in TouchWanaka for now — but if demand keeps growing, we might just bring the squad to you. Watch this space.