Cooper Lambert
Head Coach
Cooper joined the Cardinia Piranhas swim club as head coach in March 2024 overseeing all squads and personally leading both the Junior Performance Squad and the Senior Performance Squad. Cooper swam at national level for over ten years in both the pool and ocean and raced at every state championship, so he brings deep experience to his technique-focused swim training programs.
He uses discipline, perseverance and strategic race planning in every session while building team cohesion and making training fun. Since he started coaching at Piranhas, Cooper has introduced a four-squad structure that gives clear progression pathways and builds an inclusive club culture where swimmers of all ages can chase personal bests. Off the pool deck, Cooper is an accomplished cricketer and studies Design at the University of Melbourne.
Tim Rickard
Coach
Tim began his coaching journey in 2022 and has developed into a dedicated and knowledgeable swim coach. He has worked with two clubs, most notably the Monbulk Marlins, where he took on head coach duties. This experience has given him valuable insight into managing training programs, supporting swimmers across different levels, and fostering a positive club environment.
Before stepping into coaching, Tim worked as a swim school teacher at Boronia and Monbulk for a year. During this time, he developed strong teaching skills, working with swimmers of all ages to build confidence and technique in the water. His background as a swim teacher gave him a strong foundation in communication and swimmer development, which he now carries into his coaching.
Tim also brings his own competitive swimming experience to his role. He trained and competed with the Monbulk Marlins for five years, specialising in all four strokes and reaching Metro Level competition by the age of 16. This personal experience as an athlete helps him connect with swimmers, understand their challenges, and guide them in setting and achieving their goals.
Tim is passionate about creating a supportive and motivating environment for swimmers. He strives to help every swimmer improve their skills, grow in confidence, and enjoy their journey in the sport.
Dan Moren
Coach
Dan was both a state and national swimmer in QLD and WA from 1988 to 1993. At the end of 1993, he retired from competitive swimming.
Dan returned to the pool deck when his son and daughter commenced swimming competitively in 2016 and gained his ‘Teacher of Competitive Strokes’ accreditation from Swimming Australia and commenced volunteering coaching at the Wodonga City Swimming Club later that year.
In was in this same year that he swam for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) in Las Vegas, Nevada as part of the ‘Wounder Warriors Games’ that he would call his ‘greatest highlight to date’ in swimming, coming home with 5 Gold Medals swimming against US, British and other Australian serviceman and women.
When Dan left the Army after 23 years, he then moved with the family to Melbourne and soon after obtained his ‘Bronze’ Swimming Coach accreditation and became a volunteer coach at the ‘Casey Tigersharks’, moving between pools at Casey Arc and RACE,
Dan remained as a volunteer coach at the Casey Tigersharks from 2018 to 2023 working with all squads, juniors to seniors. Dan then took a year off coaching in 2024 to concentrate on primarily work related activities and returned to coaching in September 2025.
Dan enjoys seeing young athletes develop, gaining their first PBs, getting that first medal and witnessing the joy that this brings a swimmer and their family.
In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time with his family, supporting the Wallabies in Rugby and travelling around this great country – when time permits!
Heath Grave
Coach
Heath is a passionate swim coach at the Cardinia Piranhas, bringing energy and a deep love for the sport to the pool deck. Heath recently began his coaching journey after years of personal involvement in swimming at Cardinia Piranhas.
A lifelong swimmer, Heath joined the Piranhas at age 12. He developed his skills in all four strokes and competed at local meets, building a strong foundation in technique and discipline. Heath progressed to the State Championships and National Country Championships where he has competed in all stroke events and medley. His transition into coaching was fuelled by a desire to give back to the sport and help young swimmers discover their potential.
At the Cardinia Piranhas, Heath focuses on developing junior athletes, emphasizing stroke efficiency, endurance, and mental toughness. His coaching style is supportive and hands-on, blending technical instruction with motivational guidance to create a positive and growth-oriented environment.
Heath actively participates in workshops and clinics to expand his knowledge. He believes in the power of consistency, teamwork, and goal setting, and is committed to helping each swimmer progress at their own pace.
Outside the pool, Heath enjoys skiing where he has recently started competing, mountain biking and woodworking.
As Heath continues to grow with the Cardinia Piranhas, his mission is clear: to inspire confidence, build strong swimmers, and foster a lifelong love of the water.
Anne-Marie Rangel
Coach
Anne Marie is a dedicated Cardinia Piranhas coach who began her swimming journey in the Development Squad under Charlene Rich, who is the daughter of Ken Rich, founder of the club. Through her squad training she developed first-hand experience of competitive swimming and strong race technique.
Anne Marie joined the coaching team in 2023 and combines her background in teaching swimming lessons with squad coaching to help swimmers transition smoothly from lessons to structured training, focusing on clear technique, steady progression and helping swimmers achieve personal bests. Anne-Marie aims to make her sessions fun and confidence-building.