Olympian Neil Walker inspired the Herndon Commanders of Herndon, VA at his BREAKout! clinic on Jan. 7th. Here is a wonderful comment from Herndon’s head coach, Kerstin Severin:

“The clinic was wonderful for parents, swimmers and our coaches. Neil was a wonderful speaker and was so impressive in the water. His ability to communicate to all ages was great.

My sister brought her children from Indiana and she wished she had jumped in the water to take advantage of his instructions! The parents were impressed by his patience with the swimmers, and his willingness to share so much with them.

I saw the short-term impact the next morning at practice…those who had gone to the clinic were working hard on the things Neil talked about…I feel it will become a yearly event for us!

I thought Neil was more personal than anyone else we’ve brought in before. He gave so much of himself this past weekend and I am sure that is what the swimmers will remember more than anything else.

Neil was willing to do anything we asked of him which included having lunch with some of our swimmers and being present at the dedication of our new Community Center addition. The community members were excited to see his gold medal and get his autograph. I can’t say enough positive things about the entire experience.”

Thank you, Herndon Commanders!!!

 Riptide Swim Team (HACC clinic site) comment : My girls and I just attended the Josh Davis Breakout Clinic in Herndon, Virginia. It was exceptional! Very positive and effective in all aspects! -