Laurie has always advocated his evidence that learning to swim teaches children a respect for the water. It also, importantly, makes them less likely to wander into life threating situations. Now there is evidence to support Laurie’s claim. In 2009, R.A. Brenner did a case study on this. He reported in the Archives of Pediatrics […]
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Games to Reinforce Learning – Teaching Tips
Learning to swim must be a positive experience for the parent and child. Learning through play and exploration is a very important component of the swimming lesson. If selected carefully, games and fun activities will reinforce learning. As well as the skills that children are learning during the more formal part of the swimming lesson. […]
Communication is Key – Teaching Tips
The ability of communication is one of the most important skills a teacher can possess. It is a vital component to the smooth running of a class, workplace, or business. Once this skill is mastered, you will be on the road to success in your desired position, field, or industry. In the swimming industry, we […]
Kids Alive Water Safety Tips For Farms
On farms there are many water hazards that pose a drowning risk to children. These water hazards may include dams, water troughs, water tanks, post holes and irrigation channels. A safe play area around the home, which is fenced and where children can be supervised by adults is essential. Here, we discuss water safety tips […]
Maintaining the grasp reflex in learn to swim
Babies are born with a natural grasp reflex. They instinctively grasp and hold on tight to fingers, toys, clothing, and hair. In the swimming lesson we want to try to maintain the baby’s grasp reflex. In doing so, we build strength, independence and teach baby to support their own body weight. These gripping activities play […]