Swimming is a building block process. Therefore, it’s important that swim teachers and coaches progress slowly with skills and swim styles. Once each skill is learned and mastered, then it’s time to move on to new activities.In addition, it is imperative that skills are conquered before moving on. For instance, if any steps are rushed […]
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.
The Importance of Parental Involvement in Swimming
Swimming 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 swimming.Be the Child’s Second Eyes and EarsParents can offer first-hand […]
Teaching Backstroke To 4-Year-Olds
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 to learn because it allows them to […]
Teaching Swim Skills to Extra Support Care Children
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 can learn the foundations of swimming. They may not look like […]
Teaching the Beginner Swimmer – Part 1
Teaching the beginner swimmer may be difficult because they can often be afraid of the water. The parent or caregiver, although unintentional, may frighten their child in an attempt to keep them safe around the water. For example, statements such as “Come back from the side of the pool or you’ll hurt yourself,” or “Don’t go […]