Swimming is a building block process. Therefore, it’s important that swim teachers and coaches progress slowly with skills and swim styles. Once each skill is learned and mastered, then it’s time to move on to new activities.In addition, it is imperative that skills are conquered before moving on. For instance, if any steps are rushed […]
The Importance of Parental Involvement in Swimming
Swimming is a sport that requires physical as well as mental strength. As a parent, we know time with our children is invaluable. As such, parents should be actively involved in their child’s swim lessons. This article will discuss the benefits of parental involvement in swimming.Be the Child’s Second Eyes and EarsParents can offer first-hand […]
Teaching Backstroke To 4-Year-Olds – USSA
Teaching Backstroke To 4-Year-Olds Teaching swimming to young kids needs to incorporate progressive lessons. Excellent teaching skills are vital, from getting used to the water, controlling their breath, and moving in the water to safety skills. Once they are used to being in the water, the backstroke technique is the easiest to learn because it allows […]
Teaching Backstroke To 4-Year-Olds
Teaching Backstroke To 4-Year-Olds. Teaching swimming to young kids needs to incorporate progressive lessons. Excellent teaching skills are vital, from getting used to the water, controlling their breath, and moving in the water to safety skills. Once they are used to being in the water, the backstroke technique is the easiest to learn because it allows them to […]
Teaching Beginner Swimmers – Part 2
These simple floating skills, established early, will form the child’s base for learning to swim and stroke development. They must master it before trying more complex swimming skills. Therefore, children should learn to relax and float independently on their front and back for up to ten seconds. Once you introduce propulsive patterns, the beginner swimmer […]