TESTIMONIALS
HARRY MEAKIN
National Swimmer
I have been a swimmer at Biddulph ASC for the past four years, during which time I have experienced great coaching and unwavering support from Sarah. Her belief in my potential has helped me grow from a young swimmer and has played a major role in my development, enabling me to become the British Champion in both the 50m and 100m breaststroke for the last two years.
Under Sarah's guidance, I have broken multiple county records as well as numerous club records. Her commitment to her swimmers is matched only by her commitment to her own professional growth, demonstrated by her continued coaching development and completion of Level 3 training.
I am proud to have trained under Sarah and grateful for the impact she has had on my swimming career.
See what some of the young swimmers, athletes and parents we have helped along their journey say about us.
Patience Lamb
GB Triathlete
Sarah has helped develop me as a swimmer but also as an athlete in my mindset. During being coached by Sarah I have represented my country at both world levels and European levels. Sarah coached me to achieve swim levels I only dreamed of, including top 10 in the worlds at triathlon championship swim leg. She has worked tirelessly at my technique and helped me to be ready for my next chapters, I could not ask for a more supportive swim coach or person to have helped me and been part of my journey. I am proud to have trained with Sarah during my career.
Parent
I’m always in awe when Sarah talks to young athletes. She’s a very skilled communicator and as a parent of two children under her guidance I know that whilst sessions are disciplined and often very challenging, they love every second.
Her passion for the sport is unequivocal, her energy never wavers and I’m so excited that she’s started this business. I wish her and Claire all the luck in the world xx
Danielle Matthews
Parent
Both Sarah and Claire have been Oliver and Erin's coaches for the last 2 years making the transition from swimming lessons into club competition at Biddulph Amateur Swimming Club.
During this time, their encouragement, support and high level technical coaching has seen Oliver and Erin improve so much technically, but also in their confidence and self esteem.
Both Oliver and Erin have recently competed at the Staffordshire County Championships and are now building towards achieving regional times in the future under Sarah and Claire's guidance.
Thank you for your continued support Sarah and Claire
Oscar de Vaal
National Swimmer
I’ve been training with Sarah Nixon for over eight years now, and she’s the main reason I’ve reached the level I’m at in swimming. Her coaching goes beyond just technique—she’s always stressed the importance of consistent hard work and putting in the effort, even on tough days. That combination of strong skills and real dedication is what took me through county and regional competitions up to national level achieving multiple medals at all levels. Without Sarah’s dedication to the swimmers Biddulph Swimming Club would not be where it is today and would not have the success we have achieved.
Lucy Donnelly
University Student / Triathlete
I have been swimming for 13 years now and during that time Sarah took over as head coach at my club. At the age of 15 my times had plateaued and I thought I could not get any faster but under Sarah’s coaching my swimming drastically improved within a year. Sarah’s belief and commitment to her swimmers creates a positive and inspirational environment which has allowed me to grow as a swimmer physically and mentally. Without Sarah’s support I would not have half the confidence or ability which I have today and I am endlessly grateful for the impact she has had on me, and the positive change she has had to others.
Craig Swift
Parent
Sarah and Claire have both coached our children over the past 4 years. Their knowledge, commitment, passion and enthusiasm is unquestionable and our children have strived under their guidance, achieving goals and making improvements regularly.
They are approachable for parents and children alike and are always forthcoming with feedback and support.
We could not be happier and would most definitely recommend them both.
Noah Cartlidge
National Swimmer
I have been swimming with Biddulph ASC since I was 8 years old, progressing through the squads and still competing at 16. Under Sarah’s guidance, I wouldn’t be the swimmer or the person I am today.
Her coaching, technical expertise, patience, and belief in me have been instrumental in my development. With her support, I have qualified for the Winter Nationals 2025 and the British Championships for the past two years, reaching the finals in both the 100m and 200m backstroke.
More recently, I broke the Staffordshire County records for 2026 in both the 100m and 200m backstroke for my age group, achieving personal best times and winning both junior titles.
As a neurodivergent athlete, I’ve faced challenges along the way, but Sarah has helped me build the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to perform at an elite level. She has shown me that anything is possible.