MEET THE TEAM
HANNAH MILEY MBE
Affectionately known throughout her career as "Smiley Miley," Hannah Miley combined relentless dedication with an unmistakable love for the sport.
Hannah Miley competed for over 15 years at the highest level of international swimming, representing Great Britain at three Olympic Games (2008, 2012 and 2016). She is a double Commonwealth Games champion (200m and 400m Individual Medley, 2014) and has won multiple medals at major international championships, including a World Championship silver medal (400m Individual Medley, 2015) and several European Championship medals, including gold (400m Individual Medley, 2010) and additional silver and bronze medals across Individual Medley events.
Standing at 5'5", Hannah built her success on precision, efficiency, and attention to detail, proving that exceptional technique and consistency can overcome physical limitations.
This philosophy now underpins her coaching approach: practical, encouraging, and detail focused.
Hannah works with swimmers of all ages and abilities, from those developing confidence in the water to athletes pursuing performance goals. With her technical expertise, lived experience, and infectious enthusiasm, she brings both inspiration and enjoyment to every session.
LAUREN QUIGLEY
Lauren Quigley spent over a decade competing at the highest level of international swimming, representing England and Great Britain on the world stage. A triple Commonwealth Games silver medallist, multiple British champion and former English record holder, Lauren built her career on determination, technical precision and an unwavering commitment to performance.
Her standout achievements include three silver medals at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, including an individual medal in the 50m Backstroke. She also represented Great Britain at the World Championships in 2013 and 2015, competed at Olympic Trials and established herself among the world's leading backstroke swimmers.
Lauren's swimming career also took her to Spain, where she competed professionally with Club Natació Palma, winning national-level medals and contributing to the club's progression into Spain's top division.
Swimming has always been part of Lauren's family. Her mother, Yvonne Stanley, competed internationally, while her aunt, Gaynor Stanley, represented Great Britain at the Olympic Games. Growing up surrounded by elite swimming helped shape Lauren's understanding of the dedication, resilience and enjoyment required to succeed.
Now working as a firefighter, Lauren brings the same discipline, composure and commitment to helping others that defined her swimming career. As a coach with Honest Athlete, she combines first-hand experience of elite competition with a practical, encouraging approach to developing technique and confidence.
Whether supporting swimmers taking their first steps towards a goal or helping experienced athletes refine their performance, Lauren is passionate about making high-level coaching accessible, supportive and enjoyable for all.
