ASCA in Malaysia · 2027

5 days.
5 levels.

The ASCA International Coaching Clinic, Levels 1 to 5, led by Chad Onken and Doug Wharam. One level a day. Take one, or all five.

Be part of the World's largest and most diverse swim coaches association & network.

Inclusive of 1-year ASCA membership
Pre-register now →See the programme
Dates
24–28 Mar 2027
City
Kuala Lumpur
Early Bird I ends
31 Dec 2026
[ 01 — LECTURERS ]
Your coaches

Learn from
the best.

Two ASCA lecturers co-teaching every level.
ASCA · Director of International Clinics

Chad
Onken.

  • Director of International Clinics, American Swimming Coaches Association
  • ASCA Level 5 certified coach
  • Multiple-time ASCA Award for Coaching Excellence recipient
  • Former Head Coach, YMCA of the Triangle; previously on staff at Auburn and NC State
Nashville Aquatic Club

Doug
Wharam.

  • Associate Head Coach, Nashville Aquatic Club
  • Coached Olympians Alex and Gretchen Walsh from their early teens
  • USA Swimming Developmental Coach of the Year, 2016 and 2018
  • Southeastern Swimming Senior Coach of the Year, 2018 and 2019
  • ASCA board member
[ 02 — PROGRAMME ]
Wed 24 – Sun 28 March 2027

One day.
One level.

Register for the levels you need. Registration 08:00, sessions from 09:00.
Wed 24 Mar · L1

The Coach's Toolkit

Your role as a coach; swimmer, coach and facility safety; swimmer communication; diversity, equity and inclusion; financial planning.

Thu 25 Mar · L2

Stroke School

Butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle, plus turns and starts.

Fri 26 Mar · L3

Season Planning

Defining the end first; building the season framework; progression and periodisation; applied planning of a real season.

Sat 27 Mar · L4

The Advanced Coach

Leadership; nutrition and sleep; sports psychology; goal setting.

Sun 28 Mar · L5

The Elite Coach

Physiology systems; strength and conditioning; strategic planning; championship preparation and taper.

[ 03 — PRICING ]
Fees in MYR · inclusive of 1-year ASCA membership

Register
early.

Early Bird I saves 10%. Early Bird II saves 5%.
PackageEarly Bird IEarly Bird IIFull fee
[ 04 — PRE-REGISTER ]
No payment today

Pre-register
your interest.

Pre-registering is free and holds your place in line. We email you when registration opens.
01 Levels
02 Details
03 Confirm

Choose your levels.

Pick the package that fits. Every package is inclusive of 1-year ASCA membership.

Choose a package to continue.

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We'll use these for your ASCA roster and certificates.

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Pre-registration received

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[ 05 — FAQ ]
Good to know

Questions.

Where is it?

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. VENUE TBC — we will confirm the venue and a partner-rate hotel nearby with your registration confirmation.

What dates are the levels?

One level per day: Level 1 on Wednesday 24 March, Level 2 on Thursday 25, Level 3 on Friday 26, Level 4 on Saturday 27 and Level 5 on Sunday 28 March 2027.

What does my fee include?

Attendance at the levels in your package, inclusive of a 1-year ASCA membership. Meals, certificates and kit details are being finalised and will be confirmed before the Early Bird deadline. TBC

Can I take just one level?

Yes. Every level has a single-level package, and the multi-level packages are priced lower per level.

What language is the clinic taught in?

English.

How and when do I pay?

Nothing is charged when you pre-register. We email you when registration opens, with payment instructions in MYR (or USD for overseas coaches). Prices shown are indicative until then. PAYMENT METHOD TBC

Cancellations and refunds?

POLICY TBC — we will publish the cancellation policy before Early Bird I opens.

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