In the world of swimming, accolades often revolve around performance in the water – records broken, championships won, and Olympic medals earned. However, at Fitter and Faster, we understand that excellence extends far beyond the pool. That’s why we take pride in recognizing the outstanding achievements and contributions of our clinicians, both in and out of the water.

As an organization dedicated to providing first-class swim camps led by the best swimmer/clinicians in the world, we believe it’s essential to celebrate excellence in all its forms. From stellar performances as educators to exemplary leadership and dedication, our clinicians continually raise the bar for excellence in the swimming community.

One way we honor our exceptional clinicians is through a series of awards that highlight their contributions. These awards not only showcase individual achievements but also reflect the dedication of our team members.

We would like to shine a spotlight on some of our standout clinicians and their remarkable achievements:

• Road Warrior Award Awarded for the longest trips due to his commitment to reaching swimmers in distant locations.
  • Atiba Wade:
    • May 19-21: Bahamas
    • October 7-9: Oahu, HI
    • August 10-12: Petersburg, AK
• Stepping Up Award: Received 1 plaque for stepping up and leading a large camp exceptionally well when the other clinician missed a session.
  • Drew Modrov
• Social Butterfly Award: Recognized for his frequent and enthusiastic Social Media Posts Tagging Fitter and Faster, enhancing the organization’s online presence.
  • Joao Mescalote
• Rookie of the Year: Acknowledged for their exceptional performance and dedication as first-year clinicians, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to the team.
  • Marius Kusch, Izzy Schone, Kristen Romano
• Spanning the Globe: Recognized for their global impact, conducting camps in various countries and contributing to the international swimming community.
  • Leading Camps in Multiple Countries
    • Cierra Burnell: US & Bahamas
    • Atiba Wade: US & Bahamas
    • Kierra Smith: US & Canada
    • David Curtiss: US & Canada
    • Ali Deloof: US & Canada
    • Will Cumberland: US & Canada
    • Mike Murray: US & Canada
    • Drew Loy: US & Canada
    • Minki Kang: US & Canada
    • Ruslan Gaziev: US & Canada
• Quick Response Award: Praised for their swift and efficient responses to communications about camps, ensuring smooth coordination and organization.
  • Iago Moussalem de Amaral, Mallory Jump
• Camps Led: Celebrating their leadership and dedication, these clinicians have led numerous camps, providing invaluable guidance and instruction to aspiring swimmers.
  • King of the Hill – Most Swim Camps Led
    • Drew Loy: 36 camps
  • Triumphant 30’s Club
    • Clark Smith: 32
    • Nick Thoman: 31
  • Roaring 20’s Club
    • Giles Smith: 26 camps
    • Norbet Szabo: 20 camps
    • Joao De Lucca: 20 camps
    • Josh Watson: 23 camps
  • Terrific Teens Club
    • Iago Moussalem do Amaral: 17 camps
    • Todd Schmitz: 15 camps
    • Santiago Grassi: 14 camps
    • Molly Hannis: 14 camps
    • Marina Spadoni: 13 camps
    • Evgenii Somov: 13 camps
    • Pavel Romanov: 12 camps

These awards not only celebrate individual achievements but also highlight the collective dedication and excellence of our entire team of clinicians. They remind us that success in swimming isn’t just about speed in the water but also about leadership, communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

At Fitter and Faster, we are proud to have such an exceptional group of clinicians who go above and beyond to inspire and empower swimmers worldwide. Their passion, expertise, and dedication truly make a difference in the lives of aspiring athletes, helping them reach new heights of excellence both in and out of the pool.