"I have learnt more in 30 minutes than I have in 30 years about correct swimming technique. Doug has made swimming a pleasure for me, instead of a struggle! He has a calm, reassuring manner that is a big help when you’re learning anything in the water."

Peter Marshall, Retired Business Executive

"When I was competing in the surf I had no idea of how to use the water to my advantage. Doug showed me that the surf does not need to be frightening and that using the waves can be fun and effective in competition and in leisure time. Doug taught me to paddle a board and to handle a ski in such a way that I added those events to my competition repertoire. He is an excellent teacher."

Stacey Stone (Gartrell), Former Australian Commonwealth Games and Olympic representative; Australian Women’s Surf and Ironwomen Champion.

"Doug is at all times a gentleman and is well respected in all areas of the community. Over the past 10 years he has increased his involvement in coaching, undertaking numerous courses and improving his experience in many sports. He completed Level 2 Surf Life Saving and as Coach of the Sydney Team was victorious for the first time in 10 years. The depth of his knowledge in all disciplines was obvious, moulding the athletes into a great team.

I have employed Doug a Bronze License Coach on numerous occasions in many capacities. He assumed my position as head coach at Caringbah Leisure Centre in charge of over 150 swimmers and several coaches whenever I was on holidays or needed at other activities. As head of coaching and competition for Cronulla SLSC I approached Doug to help with our ski section, our improvement in this section is a credit to his knowledge and ability to work with people.

Doug is a coach of excellent knowledge and outstanding skills, a true professional."

Kevin Neilson Level 2 Swim Coach, Level 3 Surf Coach, Coaching Advisor NSW