'Teach Your Child To Swim Through Games and Play' uses the power of play to teach swimming. My very popular book is being downloaded every day. Have you got your copy yet? Also, this week, why is learning to go underwater a gradual process? Hi, Mark here. I hope you've had a great week. Be one step ahead of everyone by using the power of play to teach your children basic swimming skills. Teaching them to swim could not be easier! Click here for a quick preview and the complete index of games....
13 days ago • 1 min read
One of the most common questions I get asked by adult swimmers is, 'Why do I get so tired swimming front crawl? Hi, Mark here. I hope you and your loved ones are doing well. With holiday seasons just around the corner, many of us will be heading to the pool or the sea to swim in the sunshine. 🏖️ But there’s something that frustrates so many adult swimmers - especially when swimming front crawl: “Why do I get so tired so quickly?” Sound familiar? This week, I’m diving into the real reasons...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Can you tread water? How often does it feature in your lessons? Treading water is an important skill to learn for many reasons. Also, this week, fine-tune your teaching practice to be even more outstanding! Hi, Mark here – let’s talk Treading Water. Ever found it tricky to teach treading water in a way that really clicks for your swimmers? Maybe you're a swimmer or beginner, and treading water is something you've always wanted to be able to do. This week’s focus is all about this vital skill...
27 days ago • 1 min read
We’ve all done it - or seen it done. A swimmer pulls hard with their arms in breaststroke, only to realise… they’re not getting very far for all that effort. Hi, Mark here. Hope your week’s been a good one! Let’s talk breaststroke arms. As swimming teachers, we know it’s the leg kick that delivers the real power. But many swimmers still rely too much on their arms to pull themselves through the water, and that’s where things go wrong. 🔍 Quick Breakdown of the Arm Pull Technique The...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
'Why do I get so out of breath when I swim?' - one of the most commonly asked questions in the pool. There are 2 very common breathing mistakes that many beginners learning to swim are guilty of. Hi, Mark here. I hope you've had a great week. When it comes to breathing technique, whichever swimming stroke is being attempted, there are two common mistakes that many adults make. Breath-holding Breathing too late What happens when you hold your breath? Breath-holding is an unnatural act for a...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
How is your breaststroke timing and coordination? Download a free drill to help perfect it. Teachers - do your pupils make a mess of it? Scroll down to find my 'How To Teach Breaststroke' guide. Hi, Mark here. I hope all is well with you. This week, we are talking breaststroke timing, and I have a great printable timing drill for you to help you get things right. Breaststroke timing and coordination is a continuous alternating action where one propulsive phase takes over as one ends....
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
How do I float, and why do I sink? It's a question commonly asked by beginners learning how to swim. Hi, Mark here. Hope all is well with you. This week, we are talking about why we sink. Scroll down and discover the science behind floating and sinking, and how it may help you understand more and even help you stay afloat when you swim. Firstly, I have a lesson plan for teaching floating and gliding for swimming teachers. Teach Your Pupils How To Stay Afloat. The 'floating and gliding' lesson...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Struggling to move efficiently through the water despite vigorous kicking? You're not alone. Many swimmers find that their efforts don't translate into speed or distance. The key lies in refining your technique. Hi, Mark here. I hope you've had a great week. This week, we unpack the secrets to a powerful front crawl leg kick. Stay tuned to the end of this week's newsletter for a free Front Crawl Cheatsheet for you to download, save and print out. It's right at the end. Why Your Kick Matters A...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Does your confidence fall apart at the thought of swimming in the deep end? It's a common problem, but it can be overcome. Also, I have everything a beginner swimmer could possibly need to help support your swimming lessons and boost your progress. Hi, Mark here. I hope this email finds you well. If the thought of swimming in deep water makes your heart race — you are not alone. Many adults feel anxious about venturing beyond the shallow end, and the good news is: it’s completely normal and...
2 months ago • 1 min read