Come and Experience Our Unforgettable Event

When is the event?

Dates: April 2-4, 2026

Times:

• Thursday: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Friday: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Sunday: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Where is it held?

Location: Selby Aquatic Center
8501 Potter Park Dr, Sarasota, FL 34238

Who should attend?

This event is designed for swim coaches, athletic development specialists, and sport leaders seeking practical, high-performance coaching tools.

What’s included in registration?

• All in-person sessions & workshops

• Printed materials

• Access to our private online learning community

• Post-event resource folder in the GAIN Swim online hub

• Light refreshments (coffee, snacks)

• Social events on Friday and Saturday evening after the clinic

What should I bring?

• Notebook & pen

• Comfortable clothing

• Water bottle

• Questions & curiosity

Is there a group discount?

Yes! Staff registrations include unlimited coaches from the same organization at a discounted rate. See [registration page] for details.

Will sessions be recorded?

Yes. This is a live, interactive learning environment. We do not record sessions with athletes to preserve privacy.

Can I get a refund?

Refunds are available minus a $150 processing fee. No refunds will be issued after March 14th.

💳 Registration & Pricing

Individual Coach

$475
Perfect for solo coaches looking to level up their dryland and athletic development knowledge.

Entire Coaching Staff

$850(Unlimited coaches from the same organization)
Bring your whole team and build a shared language and system together.

GAINswim Consulting Clients

• Year 1 Consulting Teams: FREE
  Full access is included in your consulting program.

• GAINswim TEAM MEMBERSHIP Holders 

• Full staff $300

• Single coach $175

Where can I stay?

Mid-Range & Well-Rated Hotels

• Hampton Inn Sarasota – I-75 Bee Ridge – Comfortable value hotel with free breakfast.

• Home2 Suites by Hilton Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge – Suite-style rooms with kitchen amenities.

• Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch – Highly-rated Hampton Inn near UTC shopping and dining.

• Magnolia Pointe, Bw Signature Collection – Upper-midscale Best Western Signature property.

• Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota – All-suite hotel with free breakfast & nightly reception.

Stylish / Boutique Options Nearby

• Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection – Trendy downtown boutique hotel.

• Carlisle Inn – Well-reviewed comfortable inn with strong local ratings.

• Casa Limonada – Highly-rated boutique property.

How do I contact the organizer?

Email: chris@thegainnetwork.com
Instagram: @GAIN_swim

Presentations & Demonstrations By

🧠 Expert Presenters

Head Coach – Carmel Swim Club
A leader in American club swimming, Chris has built one of the top youth programs in the nation and developed countless Olympic-level athletes through a unified coaching system.

Ron Aitken
Head Coach – Sandpipers of Nevada
Ron Aitken is one of the most respected voices in open water and distance swimming, with decades of experience developing athletes across long course, open water, and international competition pathways. His perspective blends practical programming, athlete longevity, and real-world results, making his insights immediately applicable for coaches at every level.

Brent Arckey
Head Coach –  Sarasota Sharks
Brent Arckey is widely regarded for his success in developing elite distance and open water swimmers through innovative, athlete-centered training models. His work challenges traditional distance paradigms and emphasizes efficiency, adaptability, and long-term performance over volume-driven approaches.

Chris Webb
Director – GAINswim
A global authority on swimming strength & conditioning, Chris bridges the gap between dryland training and in-water performance with 25+ years of elite coaching experience.

Andy Stone
Strength & Conditioning – Collegiate School, VA
Andy is known for his practical, school-based approach to developing robust athletes and embedding long-term athletic development into youth programs.

🛠️ Practical Takeaways

• Learn to adapt elite training systems to your space and resources
  Whether you have a full gym, a hallway, or just deck space—discover how to make it work with purpose.

• Discover how to safely and effectively implement dryland for swimmers ages 8 to 18
  Walk away with real-world progressions, session examples, and coaching cues for all developmental stages.

Thursday | 6:00–8:00 PM

Big Picture + Open Water Foundations

6:00–6:45 PM
Overview: Distance & Open Water Swimming in the U.S.
An overview of the current landscape of distance and open water swimming in the United States, with a focus on age-group development and how we can better prepare athletes for long-term success.

6:45–7:30 PM
Open Water Dryland Considerations
Chris Webb
Key dryland principles specific to open water athletes, including strength, durability, movement quality, and transfer to in-water performance.

7:30–8:00 PM
Social & Networking Event (Poolside)
Meet fellow coaches, speakers, and staff in an informal setting.

Friday | Starting at 3:00 PM

Observation, Education, and Application

3:00–3:45 PM
Live Observation: National Group Dryland
Observe the Sarasota Sharks National Group dryland session in real time.

3:45–4:15 PM
Exercise Walk-Through & Discussion
Breakdown of exercises, intent, progressions, and coaching cues used in the session.

4:15–5:00 PM
PE as the Foundation
Andy Stone
Why physical education concepts matter in modern swimming development and how they form the base for long-term athletic success.

5:00–5:45 PM
Learn-By-Doing Session (Ages 11–14)
Andy Stone
Hands-on coaching session demonstrating how to apply foundational principles with age-group swimmers.

5:45–6:30 PM
Open Water Swimming & Long Course Training
Ron Aitken
Programming concepts, seasonal planning, and how long course training supports open water performance.

6:30–7:30 PM
Social & Networking Event (Poolside)

Saturday | Starting at 3:00 PM

Future-Focused Training

3:00–3:45 PM
Having a long-course-based age-group program, Chris Plumb
How having a long-course focus year-round lifts every swimmer in your program and how to do it.

3:45–4:30 PM
Learn-By-Doing Mobility Session
Chris Webb
Interactive session applying mobility and movement concepts with athletes.

4:30–5:30 PM
Open Water & Distance Success Without Distance Training
Brent Arckey
Challenging traditional models and redefining how we develop elite distance and open water swimmers.

5:30 PM
Closing Social & Networking Event