Introduction to Teaching Breaststroke to ChildrenTeaching breaststroke through the Laurie Lawrence method of teaching focuses on many different factors. For example, it starts with isolating the kicking and pulling skills so that quick, efficient and correct mastery is achieved. For most young children, it is the most challenging stroke to […]
Teachers
World Wide Swim School holds a collection of helpful articles and resources for techniques and tips on how to teach swimming, mainly for swim teachers. These are dedicated to swim teachers and instructors seeking more information and further education.
Common Backstroke Faults and Solutions
Introduction to Common Backstroke Faults and SolutionsBackstroke is perhaps the easiest and fastest stroke to teach because it doesn’t require swimmers to learn complex breathing techniques. Once children can comfortably float on their back, it is very easy to build in the kick and follow the progression by introducing the […]
Benefits of Using Toys in Children’s Swimming Lessons
Introducing Toys in Children’s Swimming LessonsIt’s possible to develop affection for swimming at any stage in life, yet there are numerous advantages to beginning early in life. When children figure out how to swim at a young age, they have the chance to fabricate their method and trust in the […]
What Makes a Successful Swim Coach
Introduction to Swim Coaching Swim teachers and swim coaches are a swimmer’s initial introduction to the aquatic environment for safety, technique and stroke development. Once a swimmer has honed their swimming skills and is competent with all four strokes, it is time to advance to a squad program. Squad swimmers work […]
Health Benefits of Swimming for Infants
Introduction to Health Benefits of Swimming for Infants Babies are born with great reflexes, which makes it seem as though they are natural swimmers. As much as this seems to be the case, it’s always good to make sure they get the right training at the right time. After all, swimming […]