When teaching butterfly it is best to focus on isolating arm and leg movements. This is before utilising a number of butterfly stroke drills when it comes to learning the butterfly stroke. Here, we discuss ways to develop the correct full butterfly stroke. The first Olympic 200 meters butterfly gold medal on record was won […]
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What Should my 2 year old be Learning in Swimming Lessons?
More experienced swimmers will start to learn basic freestyle and backstroke drills. Beginners will be introduced to the water using progressive learn to swim techniques. During this stage you will observe noticeable changes in the child’s swimming development. Physically children have marked improvements in balance and coordination. Socially they begin to engage in conversations and […]
Building Breath Control in the Water
Breath control is an essential element in the learn to swim process. By teaching children breath control, we make the first submersion, free from fuss and trauma. Teaching breath control to babies from 0-2 years is best done by conditioning. Here, we prepare baby for their first under water experience. This is by conditioning them […]
When Should we Start Swim Lessons?
There is often some confusion surrounding when you should start swim lessons. Informal swimming lessons can start from birth, at home, in the bath tub. Water is a perfect medium to stimulate your baby. The bath becomes a place of fun, enjoyment, stimulation and learning. Parents should provide cuddling, singing, playing and communicating opportunities as […]
Guidelines for Maintaining a Safe Pool Operation
Understanding the roles and responsibilities for operating a learn to swim school can be a daunting task for managers, owners and operators. Generating protocols and procedures that ensure safe work practices for your employees and safe recreation opportunities for your customers is essential. Therefore, guidelines for safe pool operation are essential. To ensure that your […]