Meet Laura Harvey

With decades of experience in both swim coaching and wellness practices and as a NCCP Level 3 Trained coach, Laura has worked with swimmers of all ages and abilities, from beginners to national-level competitors, including para-athletes. She currently coaches at Strathcona County Swim Club, where she is known for her patient and thoughtful approach to helping swimmers refine their techniques and build confidence in the water.

In addition to her swim coaching career, Laura has been a certified yoga and mindfulness instructor since 2002. She incorporates these practices into her swim coaching, using mindfulness and yoga to help swimmers improve not only their physical technique but also their mental focus, resilience, and balance. This unique approach allows athletes to perform at their best in and out of the water, blending physical and mental training for well-rounded development.

While Laura’s career has included highlights like coaching Western Canadian and Junior National Championship finalists, her true passion lies in seeing each individual athlete grow and reach their personal best—whether in the pool or in life. Her commitment to both physical and mental well-being is at the heart of everything she does at Fluid Balance Swimming.