About Benedek Lendvai
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I’m a former NCAA Division I swimmer and the founder of Swim Clinic NYC, where I specialize in personalized, high-performance swim coaching for all ages and skill levels. With over a decade of competitive swimming experience and years of professional coaching in New York City, I bring international-level training to your local pool with a strong focus on water safety, technical precision, and long-term athletic development.
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Certifications & Affiliations
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ASCA Certified Swim Coach – Levels 1 & 2
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USA Swimming Certified Coach
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Member – American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA)
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Member – National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA)
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Drowning Prevention & Water Safety Certified
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CPR & Lifeguard Certified
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Background Checked & Fully Insured
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Coaching Experience
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Head Coach – Brooklyn Friends School Varsity Swim Team
2025–Present | Brooklyn, NY
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Lead head coach for the Boys and Girls Varsity Swim Teams
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Oversee all aspects of training, practice planning, meet preparation, and athlete development
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Develop season-long training cycles focused on technique, endurance, race strategy, and mental performance
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Provide individualized feedback to student-athletes to improve stroke efficiency and overall performance
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Coordinate with athletic directors, school staff, and parents to ensure a safe, structured, and positive team environment
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Mentor student-athletes to build confidence, discipline, and lifelong swimming skills
Founder & Head Coach – Swim Clinic NYC
2024–Present | New York City
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Provide at-home swim lessons in luxury residential buildings
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Work with beginners, triathletes, and competitive youth swimmers
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Develop personalized training plans and stroke analysis
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Swim Coach – Bluefins Swim Program
2021–Present | Brooklyn, NY
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Lead small group clinics for club swimmers ages 10–18
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Focus on race preparation, technical refinement, and mental preparation
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Operations & Lead Coach – Dan Swim NYC
2023–2024 | New York City
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Trained and mentored swim instructors
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Designed curriculum to enhance technical instruction and customer retention
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