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dip! academy
dip! academy
dip! academy is our learning hub for coaches, parents and seniors. Our psychology-led programmes are practical, so you can apply what you learn straight away.
For coaches
For coaches
Coach-the-Coach Masterclass
Coach-the-Coach Masterclass
Certification, mentorship and a built-in psychology unit for aspiring and existing coaches.
For parents
For parents
Parent Webinar Series
Parent Webinar Series
Practical sessions on how children learn and grow.
Why dip! academy
Why dip! academy
dip! academy is dip!'s learning hub. For coaches, it offers certification, mentorship and a psychology unit that develops the whole person, not just physical skill. Coaches can also rent facilities and train alongside a community of independent coaches. For parents, our webinar series brings the same thinking to everyday parenting.
What's Included for Coaches
What's Included for Coaches
Certification
Structured, credentialed training in fitness or swim coaching fundamentals.
Psychology Training
The only coaching curriculum in Singapore with a psychology unit built in as standard.
Co-working facilities
Rent facilities, host sessions, and build your own coaching business within the dip! ecosystem.
Mentorship
Learn directly from Coach Athanasius Pang and the senior coaching team.
Why Coaches Choose dip! academy
Why Coaches Choose dip! academy
Real mentorship
Real mentorship
Not a one-off certificate. Hands-on mentorship from experienced coaches.
Growth pathway
Growth pathway
dip! academy is the engine behind dip!'s regional expansion, giving certified coaches a path to grow with the brand.
Learn What Others Do Not Teach
Learn What Others Do Not Teach
Obtaining a dip! certification to teach swimming is a mark of professionalism and commitment to excellence. The dip! swim Coach-the-Coach Masterclass equips you with above-par skills, knowledge and ethical standards to teach swimming safely and effectively. It is a proprietary programme built to train professional swim coaches with style and confidence.
Why This Masterclass?
Why This Masterclass?
The only course which outlines how to be a successful startup with professionalism.
The only course which provides an evergreen platform for income continuity.
The only course which imparts knowledge of children's emotional development and parenting.
What You'll Gain
What You'll Gain
Learn directly from dip!’s founder, an international children’s swim trainer featured on national media.
A proprietary swim programme focused on mental and physical development, with an emphasis on water safety and survival, so children do not experience emotional hijacks or drown in an accidental fall into water.
Learn the anatomy, physiology, psychology, behaviour and sensorimotor learning of children.
Learn to decode signals from children's behaviour so parents can understand and optimise their potential (Nurturing Early Learners, NEL).
What sets this apart from a typical swim coach course: a clear view of what's next after the course, a methodology that builds character through swim, and an integration of fitness, bodily growth and development, psychology.
Train young swimmers to carry a more confident attitude and behaviour, respect for nature and authority, patience, and problem-solving skills, among many other positive habits that carry into daily life.
Learn how to run a successful swim business, professionally and ethically.
Full-time employment with dip! may be offered to graduates. See Job Opportunities for current openings.
Who It's For
Who It's For
Coaches
Coaches
Aspiring swim and fitness coaches, active SG / senior fitness trainers looking for a more stable income model, and freelance personal trainers wanting infrastructure without the overhead.
Parents
Parents
Anyone who wants to understand how their child learns, grows and builds confidence. Join the Parent Webinar Series.
Format
Format
Duration: 3 months, 2 x 2-hour sessions per week.
Delivery method: In-person.
Course Outline
Course Outline
dip! Water Safety & Basic Swimming Skills
dip! Water Safety & Basic Swimming Skills
● Child development and learning styles
● Water acclimation and safety
● Fundamental swimming skills (floating, kicking, arm movements)
● Basic stroke development (all strokes)
dip! Teaching Methodology
dip! Teaching Methodology
● Lesson planning and structure
● Effective communication and motivation
● Group management (order among chaos)
● Creating a realism-based learning environment
dip! Corrections & Techniques
dip! Corrections & Techniques
● Common coaching errors
● Coaching correction techniques
● Drills and exercises (escalation of improvement)
● Analysis for coach technique improvement
dip! Realism Coaching
dip! Realism Coaching
● Teaching practice with diverse groups
● Lesson observation and feedback
● Developing lesson strategy and KPIs
● Safety procedures and emergency response
dip! Child Psychology & Physiology Development
dip! Child Psychology & Physiology Development
● Understanding parenting and its effects
● Child behavioural correction and motivation
● Building trust and rapport with children
● Dealing with challenging behaviours
● Creating a fun and inclusive learning environment
dip! Assessment & Certifications
dip! Assessment & Certifications
● Practical teaching demonstrations
● Realism exams on child development, water safety and teaching methodology
● Lesson plan development and deliverables
● Feedback from course instructors and stakeholders
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need prior coaching experience to join dip! academy?
A: No — the programme is designed for both aspiring coaches and existing coaches looking to formalise their training.
Q: Can I rent facilities at dip! academy for my own sessions?
A: Yes — that's core to the co-working model behind dip! academy.
Q: Can parents join dip! academy?
A: Yes. Our Parent Webinar Series is open to parents. Register your interest and we will start each webinar once enough parents have signed up.
Q: Where can I find full-time coaching roles at dip!?
A: See Job Opportunities for the Coach Buy-out Scheme.
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