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At Rackley Parkinson, our Squad Program offers more than just swim training; it provides a pathway to personal growth, achievement, and a lifelong love of the sport. We cater to swimmers of all ages and abilities, from those new to squad swimming to experienced athletes aiming for school, regional, national, or Masters-level competition.
Whether your goal is competitive success or simply becoming the best swimmer you can be, Rackley Squad Programs offer the structure, support, and motivation to help you thrive. Our Program’s focus is on individual development within a fun, inclusive, and team-oriented environment.
Led by experienced and passionate coaches, each session is designed to refine technique, build endurance, and develop confidence, both in the water and beyond.
At Rackley Parkinson, Head Coach Humberto Angerami and assistant coaches Zoe Maidment, Jessi Woodford, and Andrew Kemp bring years of experience as coaches of swimmers at all levels to the pool deck. They are passionate about swimming as a way of life. We cater our programs to Swimmers at all levels and abilities with a focus on long term success, achievement and enjoyment
Tanya is a passionate swim coach dedicated to helping swimmers develop strong technical skills, confidence and developing lifelong love of swimming. Beginning her journey as a competitive swimmer, she developed a strong understanding of the discipline, commitment and technical foundations required to succeed in swimming.
After stepping away from swimming for 20 years to pursue other career opportunities, Tanya returned to the sport when her son began swimming. Starting as a Learn to Swim teacher, Tanya rediscovered her passion for coaching and supporting swimmers from the foundational levels through to competitive swimming.
Tanya now focuses on developing young swimmers, building the skills and confidence needed to progress through the squad pathway by creating an inclusive and enjoyable environment where every swimmer is supported as an individual. Tanya is committed to helping swimmers set achievable goals, recognise their progress and develop the skills to help swimmers reach their potential both in and out of the pool.
Luc Senent is one of North Queensland’s most respected swim coaches, with more than 35 years of experience developing swimmers at every level of the sport. A former coach at Gardens Swimming Club and a long-time leader at Townsville Tourist Swim Club and Tobruk Pool, Luc has deep ties to both the Townsville swimming community and Long Tan Memorial Pool, where his coaching journey first began. Mentored by renowned Olympic coaches Laurie Lawrence and Ken Woods, Luc has built successful programs and guided swimmers to state and national success while maintaining a strong focus on athlete development and enjoyment of the sport.
Ziggi Jacks is a results-oriented swim coach with a proven track record of improving swimmer performance across all levels. He designs and implements effective training programs, provides personalised feedback, and fosters a positive, results-driven environment. His expertise spans stroke mechanics, endurance training, and athlete motivation, significantly improving technique and competitive results. Ziggi is a Swimming Australia Advanced Coach who constantly strives to exercise the full potential of his swimmers.
With over 20 years in competitive swimming as both an athlete and coach, Kelly brings extensive knowledge and passion to the pool deck. A former Australian Swim Team representative, she now focuses on developing the next generation of swimmers.
She has coached athletes to success at state and national level, including National Age Champions, medallists, and Youth Australian Team members. Her philosophy centres on long-term development, technical excellence, and consistency, building strong foundations for future success.
With a degree in Psychology, Kelly also prioritises mental wellbeing, weaving mindset strategies into her coaching to support athletes in reaching their full potential.
Kevin is a highly experienced performance swimming coach with over 15 years in the sport, dedicated to developing swimmers from early squad levels right through to national and international competition. He is known for building strong connections with athletes, inspiring them to achieve their best, and fostering a results-driven, yet supportive, environment. Outside of the pool, Kevin enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife and daughter. Kevin’s expertise, passion, and collaborative spirit will be a wonderful addition to the Kawana coaching team.
Zane King is a highly respected Australian Swimming Coach with over two decades of experience developing swimmers from grassroots to elite levels. As a former Australian Dolphin and scholarship holder at the Australian Institute of Sport from 1995 to 2000, Zane represented Australia on multiple national teams throughout his competitive career.
Since transitioning into coaching, Zane has made a lasting impact across several leading programs. From 2002 to 2011, he was Head Coach at King Swim on the NSW Central Coast, where he coached Lachlan Staples onto the 2009 Australian World Championship Team. He then led the Rackley Swim Team at Colmslie from 2011 to 2021, before taking on the role of Head of Swimming at Iona College from 2022 to 2025. Zane has coached athletes onto Senior and Junior World Teams and produced many Australian Age Champions across his career.
Zane’s commitment to coaching is driven by his desire to give back to the sport that shaped his life. He brings a wealth of technical knowledge, international experience, and a genuine care for athlete development to every program he leads.
With over 25 years of coaching experience, Humberto Angerami brings a wealth of international expertise and passion to Rackley Parkinson. Originally from Brazil, Humberto spent a decade as an Age National Coach, where he developed top-tier junior talent at the national level. He holds a degree in Physical Education and a Master’s in Swimming Training and Exercise Physiology, combining scientific knowledge with practical success.
Since moving to Australia, Humberto has continued to make an impact, coaching numerous swimmers to the Australian Age and Open National Championships. His commitment to long-term athlete development and performance excellence makes him a standout leader in the swimming community.
| #b4e1e4 | Junior Junior Development | $45.00 per week | |
| #d7c098 | Bronze Junior Competition | $52.50 per week | |
| #b0b9b9 | Silver State | $56.00 per week | |
| #fbd36b | GoldNational | $64.00 per week | |
| SeniorHigh-School Multi-Sport Athletes | $42.50 per week | ||
| #7a7a7a | AdultGoal Based Adult Swim | $25.50 per week |
Parkinson Pool provides a state-of-the-art training facility for swimmers, including an 8 lane heated 50m pool with a submersible wall giving swimmers the opportunity to train both in a long-course and short-course pool. As well as Gym facilities with our Strength and Conditioning Coach and a highly rated squad program. The Parkinson Squad program provides an extensive and supportive squad program, developing swimmers to their elite potential.
In 2022, the program incorporated the Parklands Christian College Swim Team into its program, providing the unique opportunity to develop and build the school’s Swim Team.
At Rackley Parkinson, we encourage Squad swimmers to join the swim club (Rackley Swim Team), which enables swimmers to swim at our regular swim club nights during the summer season, as well as competing at local, Brisbane, Queensland and National Swim meets. Adult swimmers can join the Rackley Masters swim team.