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Daniel
Cave

Let's
Train
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Swimming
$200
60 MINS

Coaching Bio

Australian Dolphin #783. I was the 2017 Australian Champion in the 100m Breaststroke, and a silver medalist on the FINA World Championships team that competed in Hungary that same year. Since 2015, I have been competing in swimming at an elite level and would love to be able to pass on as much of my knowledge as possible to you!

I currently train under Kenrick Monk at Caulfield Aquatics, however I spent many years training under Craig Jackson at MSAC, alongside Olympians and multi-time Australian champions and representatives. I'm currently returning to the sport, and recently competed at Olympic Trials, where I was able to final in the 200m Breaststroke while working full time, and doing very little training. I'm a strong believer that technique is the most important thing, especially in Breaststroke. I have an extensive knowledge of Breaststroke, and a deep understanding of the mechanics of swimming. I love being able to teach others the finer details, and how seemingly tiny changes can make a huge difference in the water. In One-on-One sessions, I will be able to more closely analyse everything about your swimming. My personal area of expertise is Breaststroke, however I can provide some detailed coaching in all four strokes. I currently will only be running sessions for swimmers aged 14 and over, as I find the most benefit is found for these athletes. I would prefer if you messaged me before attempting to book. This helps me get an idea of the coaching that you or your child are looking for, and see if it's a good fit. Ideally, I'm looking to work with the athlete with detailed, small corrections. If you do not message before attempting to book, please provide information in the booking details. Please note that $50 of the cost of the session goes towards lane hire, and I need at least 5 business days notice to be able to complete a lane booking.
* I'm currently unavailable for coaching. Please join my waitlist if you'd like to train together when I return. *

Expertise

  • Stroke Technique
  • Breaststroke
  • Starts/Dives
  • Turns
  • Finishes
  • Underwater Work

Qualifications

  • VIC Working with Children Check expiry 01/11/2029

Coaching Locations

  • Melbourne Sports Centres - MSAC, 30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park, Port Phillip, VIC 3206, AU

Private Sessions

One-on-One Coaching 60 MINS $200

Reviews

Sophie - 20-12-2025

Awesome session. Learnt so much. Daniel is such a great, kind and helpful guy. Definitely worth doing it and definitely recommend doing it!

Song - 10-05-2025

Very kind and patient coach. Third time going and still improving my technique, highly recommend.

Song - 03-04-2025

I would definitely recommend this coach. He is very nice and patient. Throughout the session, he explained every part of the stroke, and tried to explain it in a different way if I didn't understand.

Aimee - 02-11-2024

My daughter had a couple of sessions with Daniel and I can absolutely say that it has improved her breaststroke technique. After her first session, she won 3rd for 100m BR SC in Tassie.

Ann - 29-08-2024

We’re from Adelaide and booked Daniel’s session while we were in Melbourne. Daniel is great with my kid. He’s knowledgeable and well explained. He provided the tip for technique changes in breaststroke and understand our need/expect. If we get a chance next time we will definitely have more session with him. Highly recommended