Ricky Hayes

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Sports Studies, Level 3 Swim Coach, Level 2 Swim Teacher, Parent and Baby Swim Teacher, Level 1 Swim Teacher for people with disabilities and Level 2 Fitness Instructor

3 Words to describe Ricky

Perfectionist, Passionate, Driven.

Brief description of role

Ricky has over 23 years experience in Sport and Leisure working for various organisations in the voluntary, public and private sectors, with all these roles being involved in the development and delivery of sports. Ricky has an interest in all sports although his passion is swimming.

Ricky started with 1610 as the swimming coordinator at Trinity Sports and Leisure, where he oversaw the launch of the swimming pool and was involved in the creation of the swimming programme and swimming lessons. He recently took up the role of Chief Executive Officer for 1610 and is excited to build on previous CEO Tim Nightingale's legacy.

A few of Ricky's favourite things

Ricky’s life is consumed by swimming and when he is not focused on his Chief Executive role he is coaching competitive swimming or off to another pool in the region with his team of swimmers. Ricky still competes occasionally himself and his trademark cheer can be heard when he wins races!

Time away from the pool is spent with family, Ricky is a committed father and any spare time is devoted to family.

Worst kept secret

Ricky is huge DIY fan and project managed the renovation of his first house, a Victorian terrace, in which he restored many of the original details. He is currently restoring another house.