Ursula Carlile

Director

Recognised around the world as a leader and bold pioneer in competitive swimming and learn to swim, Ursula has inspired generations in sport and science. Together with her late husband, Forbes, Ursula co-founded Carlile Swimming in 1955. They revolutionised the way children learn to swim and coached hundreds of others to state, national and international championship medals. Ursula has been awarded a life membership of Swimming Australia and has been inducted into both the Australian and US Swim Schools Hall of Fame. Ursula continues to coach and mentor squad swimmers at Ryde.

Tim Ford

Director

A former Director of Swimming Australia and a Commonwealth Games silver medallist, Tim has had a life-long association with Carlile having been coached by Forbes and Ursula from the age of eight. He currently supports Carlile in the areas of governance, leadership, culture and staff development, as well as supporting Carlile’s commitment to its competitive programs. Tim is a management consultant, with expertise in advising major Australian companies on business strategy, leadership succession and executive development.

Richard Cahalan

Director

Richard is an eight-time Australian swimming representative and former National Open and Age champion. With over 30 years of industry experience, Richard has coached internationally ranked swimmers, been on the board of the United States Swim School Association, on Australian industry planning committees; as well as presented at numerous international conferences. Richard has been instrumental in the ongoing development of our teaching methods, branding and design systems.

John Coutts

Director

John is a former New Zealand Olympian, Commonwealth Games medalist and World Marathon Swimming Champion. 

He brings 40 years of internationally recognised experience to Carlile Swimming and is the driving force behind the continuous improvement of our Learn to Swim program. 

John is also a Director of the Australian Swim Schools Association and recipient of numerous international awards, including being inducted into the US Swim Schools Hall of Fame.

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Information for Parents

Child Protection

Carlile Swimming is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children, as well as all staff and visitors.

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Active Kids Rebate

Carlile Swimming is an approved Active Kids Provider and can accept your valid Active Kids Voucher for swimming lessons.

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The Carlile Foundation

The Carlile Foundation supports young athletes looking to achieve their dreams and builds on the legacy of founders Forbes and Ursula Carlile.

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