Keynote Topics
what it covers:
- Katrice’s personal journey as the only Black competitive swimmer
- The psychological impact of being “the only one”
- Why representation matters (not just for comfort, for survival)
- How her lived experience shaped Unity Swimming and Swim Fearless
- What the aquatics industry can learn from her story
Perfect for: Aquatics conferences, diversity & inclusion events, sports leadership forums
Key takeaway: Representation isn’t symbolic, it’s transformative and life-saving.
what it covers:
- The shocking statistics (7x higher drowning rate for Black children)
- The root causes: cultural, economic, systemic, psychological barriers
- Busting the myths (especially the “Black people can’t float” stereotype)
- Evidence-based solutions that actually work
- How every stakeholder can play a role (swim schools, councils, clubs, teachers)
Perfect for: : Local authority conferences, safeguarding summits, public health forums, aquatics industry events
Key takeaway: This isn’t biological, it’s systemic, and we can change it.
what it covers:
- What aquaphobia actually is (neurological, psychological, trauma-based)
- Why traditional swim lessons fail people with water fear
- The Floating Freedom Formula, a trauma-informed coaching approach
- How to identify aquaphobia in your students/clients
- Practical strategies for teachers and coaches
Perfect for: : Swim teacher conferences, CPD events, coaching workshops
Key takeaway: Aquaphobia requires specialized coaching, not just swimming technique.
what it covers:
- The current state: 1% diverse representation in Team GB Aquatics
- The 2032 Olympics goal: 12% diverse representation
- The 5-pillar strategy to achieve it:
- Grassroots participation (Unity Swimming model)
- Workforce diversity (recruiting diverse teachers/coaches)
- Challenging stereotypes (education at every level)
- Systemic change (policy, funding, facility access)
- Role models and visibility (media, marketing, representation)
- How every organization can contribute
Perfect for: : National governing body conferences, sports development forums, Olympic/Paralympic stakeholder events
Key takeaway: 12% by 2032 isn’t aspirational, it’s achievable with intentional action.
what it covers:
- The harmful racial stereotypes in swimming (bone density myths, buoyancy myths)
- The scientific reality: buoyancy = body composition, NOT race
- How stereotypes become self-fulfilling prophecies
- Cultural barriers that are REAL (modesty, hair care, economic access)
- Creating culturally responsive aquatic environments
Perfect for: : Diversity conferences, teacher training events, community engagement forums
Key takeaway: Challenge the myths. Address the real barriers. Create truly inclusive spaces.
- Consultation call to tailor content to your audience
- Customized presentation (not generic slides!)
- Promotion of your event on Katrice’s social media
- Consultation call to tailor content to your audience
- Customized presentation (not generic slides!)
- Promotion of your event on Katrice’s social media
- Consultation call to tailor content to your audience
- Customized presentation (not generic slides!)
- Promotion of your event on Katrice’s social media
Fees & Booking
Speaking fees vary based on:
- Event type (commercial vs. charity/educational)
- Duration (keynote vs. half-day workshop)
- Location (travel required?)
- Audience size
For a quote, please complete the enquiry form or book a discovery call.
Typical fee range: £500-£2,000+ depending on scope
