Professional Development Academy

The Professional Development Academy is an online training and resource platform that has been developed using the philosophies and teaching practices of Laurie Lawrence.

Who is it for?

Designed for swim teachers, coaches and swim educators to enhance your knowledge and be the best at what you do! A place where we will share our ideas and build a community with those that are dedicated to teaching swimming to the highest standard.

At WWSS we will ensure you have all the up-to-date tools you need to become the best teacher you can! Joining the Academy demonstrates your commitment to your ongoing professional development. Join today!

Industry Recognised

Our partners ASCTA, AUSTSWIM, ASSA, NZSCTA & USSSA
Our training is recognised for PD Hours towards license renewal

Benefits to You

Join Now $25AUD/month
$275AUD/year Free Resource Sign up to receive free teaching eBook

Members of the Professional Development Academy will receive access to:

Library of 200+ Resources – videos, written articles, checklists

70+ training modules – watch and learn from the best!

Infants through to junior squads – we have it covered!

Skill-based lesson plans

Receive PD hours to renew swim teacher qualification

Monthly live webinars with Laurie – attend or watch later!

New content added monthly– watch your library grow

Newsletters and teaching tips every month

Topics for Everyone

The Professional Development Academy provides a library of content with new content being added monthly. There is something for everyone!

Infants (0 – 12 Months)

At Home Preparation
First Lesson
4 – 12 months Group Training – Lessons in Action
4 – 12 months Curriculum, Growth and Development Stages

Toddlers (12 – 36 months)

12 – 18 months Group Teaching – Lessons in Action
12 – 18 months Curriculum, Growth and Development Stages
18 months – 2 years Group Teaching – Lessons in Action
18 months – 2 years Curriculum, Growth and Development Stages
2 – 3 years Group Teaching – Lessons in Action
2 – 3 years Curriculum, Growth and Development Stages
2 – 3 year old Beginner
Building Independence
Skill Progression
Maximise Practice Time

Pre-school (3 – 4 years)

Group Teaching – Lessons in Action
Curriculum, Growth and Development Stages
Parents in Water
Transitioning to Teacher:Child Lessons

Learn to Swim (4+ years)

Skills for Beginners (Breathe Control, Floating, Confidence)
Skills for Confident Beginners (Body Position, Propulsion)
Skills for Intermediate Swimmers (Freestyle, Backstroke)
Group Teaching for Beginners, Confident Beginners and Intermediate Swimmers
Stroke Development Series

Stroke Development and Junior Squads

Stroke Development Series (30 – 90 minutes)
Freestyle
Backstroke
Breaststroke
Butterfly
Dives and Turns
Junior Squad Programs
Adult Programs

120+ Skill-based Lesson Plans for all Ages & Skills

Infants (4 – 12 months)
Toddler (12 – 36 months)
Pre-school (3 – 4 years)
Learn to Swim (4+ years)
Freestyle
Backstroke
Breaststroke
Butterfly

Water Safety

Under 4 years
Over 4 years

Effective Teacher

Build Fun into Your Lessons
Maximise Practice Time
Fixes to Common Teaching Faults
Skill-building – Why do it?
Lesson Planning
Access for All

The professional development training tools developed by Laurie will assist you to:

Understand what a good program should include
Understand children’s physical development
Learn what children are capable of
Learn how to develop lesson plans
Deliver a world class swimming lesson
How and why you should involve parents

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