Jon Swain

Jon Swain is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences within the School of Sciences, Psychology, Arts and Humanities, Computing, Engineering and Sports at Christ Church University (CCCU), where he has been employed since 2005 after previously working at the University of Chichester. He serves as the head coach for CCCU tennis teams and contributes to the Polo Farm Junior Performance Programme, integrating academic expertise with practical sports development.

Research Focus: His work centers on motor learning and skill acquisition methodologies, with specialized investigation into handedness and non-dominant transfer effects on athletic performance. This research directly informs coaching strategies and curriculum development in sports science education.

Professional Engagement: Beyond teaching, Mr Swain actively bridges theory and practice through university-level coaching and junior performance programs, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to athlete development and skill transfer in competitive sports environments.