At this age children are now learning the concept of swimming and breathing and important skills in the water. This makes them capable of independent water play under strict adult supervision. Children of this age thrive on repetition and routine in the swimming lesson. Because their concentration span is limited, […]
Resources & Baby Swimming Tips For Parents
These articles are invaluable resources for parents. They include baby swimming tips and educational tips and techniques we recommend on implementing towards your child's development.
Encouraging Independence – Teaching Tips
Teaching your child and encouraging independence is very important. Children are curious and learn through their own exploration. Personal exploration teaches children their boundaries and a respect for the water. However parents must always be supervising within arm’s reach. The Laurie Lawrence program for encouraging independence is done by: Holding […]
Building Great Skills for Toddlers
Building great skills in 2-3 year old swimmers is something we pride ourselves on. The Laurie Lawrence swimming and water safety program for children under 4, revolves around certain basic philosophies, including; These four values help us to develop exceptional swimming skills and technique at the earliest possible age. Building […]
Supervise & Watch Your Mate… – Keep Children Safe Near the Pool
It is essential that you supervise children at all times whether they are near the pool or other bodies of water. Children are naturally curious – they are drawn to water. They can easily overbalance and topple in, so supervision around water is an absolute necessity. Ask yourself these questions? […]
Developing Propulsion – Teaching Tips
Developing propulsion techniques from the arms and legs is important to help us move efficiently through the water. It is imperative however that before propulsive movements are taught, floating patterns are established and mastered. Encouraging propulsive movements before floating has been mastered will result in children struggling and thrashing through […]