Coach Welfare

Supporting you as you support your swimmers

As a valued member of the British Swim Coaches Association, you have access to the BSCA Membership Assistance Programme – a confidential service provided by AXA Health, designed to help you look after your own well-being.

Coaching can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also bring pressure, long hours, and emotional demands. With the EAP, you can talk to someone 24/7 about anything that’s on your mind – whether it’s work-related stress, personal challenges, or simply needing some advice to regain balance.

Because your well-being matters too

When you feel supported, you’re better equipped to inspire and lead others.

The BSCA Membership Assistance Programme gives you practical tools and guidance to help in each of the three wellbeing pillars – Mind, Body and Life. From counselling and mental health support to advice on finances and everyday life. It’s a simple way to take care of yourself, so you can continue to do what you do best: help swimmers thrive. Accessible online and via the AXA Health app, the BSCA Membership Assistance Programme is available for all our members, and brings with it a range of benefits available wherever you are and whenever you need it.

As part of this service, you will have fast access to the right expert-led help, alongside a wealth of other wellbeing support including:

• Rich content online and via AXA Health app and website, including articles, videos, online workouts, and digital health assessments and guidance.

• Information, resources and guides to address a wide range of issues both at home and at work.

• A team of qualified, accredited and registered counsellors and mental health practitioners.

Additional support services include a 24/7 Mental Health Helpline for in-the-moment support where you can speak to a fully qualified counsellor or mental health practitioner by phone, live chat, SMS or WhatsApp. Other benefits include a 24/7 Health Support Line, gym membership offers (via Hussle & Nuffield Health), counselling & life management support.

Members: access these benefits by logging into your account