Divegym: A Brief History With Brian Hazelton MD
8th April 2024
At the heart of every company lies an idea. In Divegym’s case this was that performance and functionality could be driven from within the sport. A vessel to allow coaches and athletes to give direct feedback and allow the centres and equipment to mimic their qualities. In an interview with the Managing Director of Divegym Equipment, provides insight into the birth and ideas of this company.
Founding Inspiration and Focus:
"Divegym Equipment was incorporated in 1994, following our involvement in the sport of diving for over 30 years. Our passion for the sport, coupled with our engineering expertise, propelled us to establish a company that caters to the needs of diving clubs and facilities."
Setting the Standard:
"Divegym is a unique company, supplying coaching equipment, aids, and diving boards exclusively for competitive diving. We are the only company in the UK that provides this comprehensive service."
Staying Ahead of the Curve:
"We have a very close relationship with high-level diving programs, coaches, and elite athletes. This ensures that we remain updated with the latest trends and technologies in sports equipment."
Commitment to Quality:
"Divegym is proud to offer, together with its support partners, the best quality training equipment designed and manufactured for the elite diving community."
Product Spotlight:
"Divegym offers a range of unique diving equipment, including competition diving boards, video replay systems, and specialized hydraulic lifters for safety and convenience."
Customer-Centric Approach:
"We work closely with , facility providers, and local authorities to ensure that our products and services meet and exceed expectations."
Milestones and Achievements:
"Securing the Duraflex competition diving board distributorship and contributing to the infrastructure for the 2012 London Olympics are just a few highlights of our remarkable journey."
Looking Ahead:
"Exciting projects lie on the horizon for Divegym, including installations for the 2024 Paris Olympics. With a focus on technological innovation and athlete-centric design, Divegym aims to continue shaping the future of the sports equipment industry."
Overcoming Challenges:
"We face challenges in advocating for the importance of professional training facilities. By offering comprehensive design solutions and demonstrating the value of investment, we overcome obstacles to promote growth in the diving sector."
Envisioning the Future:
"There is no doubt that the future of sports equipment is based on technology and new space-age products. Divegym aims to lead the way with cutting-edge products tailored to the evolving needs of athletes."
Impactful Stories:
"In the buildup to the Tokyo Olympic Games, we worked closely with Tom Daley and his coach to bring Roughtex diving platform matting to the UK. This enabled Tom and other British athletes to train effectively, culminating in Tom's Olympic gold medal in Tokyo."
Innovating for Success:
"Divegym's approach to innovation is relentless. By constantly refining our products and embracing new materials, we stay ahead of the competition and continue to elevate the sport of diving on a global scale."
Conclusion:
Divegym Equipment is all about passion, innovation, and hard work. From humble beginnings to beginning to make a global impact, we've always tried to push the boundaries in regard to equipment development. As we look ahead, Divegym's not slowing down. We are keen to continue to push the limits and driving diving into the future.
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