Introduction to Swim StylesSwimming 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 […]
The Importance of Parental Involvement in Swimming
Introduction to Parental Involvement in SwimmingSwimming 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 […]
Teaching Backstroke To 4-Year-Olds
Introduction 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 […]
Teaching Beginner Swimmers – Part 2
Teaching Basic SkillsIt is important that teachers don’t rush the water familiarisation stage with beginner swimmers. Basic skills like pool entry and exit, breath control, submersion and floating skills are all vital to a child’s progressive learning. Swimming teachers often observe those children who struggle, thrash, and fight the water […]
Teaching Swim Skills to Extra Support Care Children
Introduction to Being an Adapted Aquatic Teacher Infant Aquatic teachers know babies have limited cognitive, physical and social skills, and, are nonverbal but still are able to teach them breath holding and basic swimming skills. If a 4-month-old can be taught breath holding and basic swimming skills, we strongly believe anyone […]