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If you are a swimming coach or professional swimming instructor, feel free to use these archived resources to progress your professional development.

Regulation of the Child Safe Standards in NSW

Introduction From 1 February 2022, child-related organisations in NSW are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.  The Child Safe Standards provide a framework for organisations to implement Best Practice in child safety and are regulated under the Children’s Guardian Act 2019 (NSW) (‘the Act’).   Regulator – NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian (OCG) The NSW […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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