Laurie sits down to talk with Brooke Hanson OAM, Olympian and AUSTSWIM Ambassador. Brooke talks about her journey in swimming. From missing the 1996 and 2000 Olympic games through to her success in the following Olympics. As well as what were the important lessons she has learnt through her mixture of disappointments and success! What was it […]
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Soak It Up 2015 – AUSTSWIM Conference
World Wide Swim School and Kids Alive are exhibiting at the ‘SOAK IT UP’ 2015 National Aquatic Education Conference held at Twin Towns by AUSTSWIM on Friday 25th – Saturday 26th September. Laurie Presenting There are few who do not know of Laurie Lawrence or his spirited personality, sense of humour and zest for life. Swimming and water […]
Position of Strength in Swim Lessons
As a teacher of swimming and water safety you are entrusted with a huge responsibility for a position of strength. Not only do you have to ensure the safety of a number of children within your care but you also have to teach them in an environment that is conducive to learning. For this reason, […]
Teaching Children a Respect for the Water
Teaching children a respect for the water is a very important part in water safety education. Children start to learn a respect for the water as they progress through the learn to swim process. They also begin to understand their capabilities and limitations in the pool. Children need lots of exploratory play under strict supervision […]
18-Month-Old Baby in the Water – Teaching Tips
In this short video clip we can see an 18 month-old baby playing happily in the water with his instructor and adoring mother. He swims happily from wall to instructor and is comfortable and confident in the water. What Can We Expect From an 18 Month Old Swimmer? To look at what we can expect […]