Aug 18, 2025

Rebecca Cristina Tavares Mota

  • Age Group Coach
  • Brazil
Full time Age Group Coach Assistant Coach College Assistant Coach High School Assistant Coach

Personal Summary

I am a dedicated and dynamic swimming coach with strong experience developing young athletes across different age groups. Having coached from grassroots to high-performance levels, I bring expertise in technical stroke development, strength and conditioning, and athlete-centered training. My coaching background includes roles with prestigious teams such as Fluminense Football Club, Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, the Brazilian National Team for athletes with Down Syndrome, and the Brazilian National Age Group Open Water Team.

I hold all five ASCA certifications—an achievement reached by only a select few coaches in Brazil—and I am currently pursuing a degree in Physical Education at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. My coaching has contributed to multiple national champions and record holders, demonstrating my ability to guide swimmers to reach their full potential.

Fluent in English and with advanced communication skills, I excel in motivating young athletes, building team spirit, and fostering a positive, disciplined, and supportive training environment. My goal is to help swimmers at age-group level develop both a love for the sport and the foundation for long-term success in and out of the pool.

Work Experience

Assistant Age group Coach
Jul 2025 - Present Clube de Regatas do Flamengo

Assistant Swimming Coach – Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (2025–Present)

At Flamengo, I work closely with the Petiz (11–12), Infantil (13–14), and Juvenil (15–16) squads, focusing on technical development and performance progression. My responsibilities include identifying and correcting stroke inefficiencies through detailed technique analysis, ensuring athletes build strong technical foundations. I also design and deliver resistance-based training both in the water and on land, helping swimmers develop strength, power, and endurance specific to their events. This combined approach enhances their efficiency, speed, and race preparation while reducing the risk of injury.

Education

Physical Education
Apr 2022 - Aug 2025 Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro