Varsity/Senior Coach

Nick Lapointe

Nick Lapointe is the Assistant Coach with the U of C Varsity Teams and a Senior Coach with UCSC.

Since 2016, Nick has been a dedicated supporter of Calgary swimming both at the pool and in the gym. His expertise and experience in strength and conditioning, alongside his dedication to coaching and passion for swimming, provide a unique perspective that dynamically supports athletes.

Originally from Ontario, Nick swam for 15 years – his final four as part of Laurentian University’s Varsity team while studying Sport and Physical Education. He then continued his education by pursuing a post-graduate certificate in Exercise Science. Nick is now a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and an NCCP Level 3 Certified Coach.

Although it was a role with U of C’s Active Living that initially brought Nick to Calgary, he quickly found his way to the deck. Nick became UCSC’s Lead Strength Coach in 2016 while spending four years as a volunteer coach with the U of C Varsity Swim Team. In 2019, Nick acted as Head Coach of the Golden Dolphins Summer Swim Club, coaching athletes of all ages and abilities and leading several swimmers to break club and regional records.

Nick joined UCSC’s full-time coaching staff in 2022 and spent three full seasons as National Development Coach and Lead Strength Coach. The 2026–2027 season marks Nick’s first as Assistant Coach with the U of C Varsity Teams and Senior Coach with UCSC, while continuing as UCSC’s Lead Strength Coach.