I've been teaching swimming for over 30 years and I built Swim Teach so that I can share all my knowledge, wisdom and experience from the thousands of swimming lessons I have had the pleasure of teaching. Take a look back through my previous newsletters and see what you missed.
Can't float when swimming? ‘This is a must read! Plus, Loads Of Teaching Resources
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Many beginners learning to swim believe that the ability to float holds the key to success, but that is really not true. Most of the best swimmers in the world cannot float. Hi, Mark here. I hope all is well with you. This week, I debunk some of the myths about floating by adding in a few essential tools that beginners need, to learn how to swim. Floating Stationary or Whilst Moving?Floating stationary and whilst moving are two completely different concepts to get to grips with. Some of us sink like a stone and there is nothing we can do about it. However, if we learn to glide, we stay afloat as we swim through the water. Plus, if we begin to add some aspects of gliding into our swimming technique, we become more efficient as we move through the water too. Win-win! Click the link below for the low down on gliding...
Just Relax...!Does your swimming teacher often say 'try to relax'? Easier said than done eh? Especially when you're not completely comfortable with being in the water yet. Well, here are a few tips and tricks that might just help unlock that ability to relax and be 'at one' with the water. For more on the science of floating and for some exercises to try that will help you get a feel for floating, click here. Teachers - Resources To Save You Time And WorkThere is nothing better than someone else doing some hard work for you. In my Resource Library you will find basic drills, lesson plans and my hugely popular 'How To Be A Swimming Teacher' ebook. Head over by clicking the link below - you might just save yourself some time and effort!
That's it for this week. Stay focused, stay in touch and stay safe. Happy swimming! Cheers Mark ps - did someone forward this to you? Subscribe here. |
Hi! I'm Mark, creator of Swim Teach
I've been teaching swimming for over 30 years and I built Swim Teach so that I can share all my knowledge, wisdom and experience from the thousands of swimming lessons I have had the pleasure of teaching. Take a look back through my previous newsletters and see what you missed.
Are you looking to enhance your teaching toolkit and make a bigger splash in your lessons? Hi, Mark here. Hope all is well with you. Everyone needs tools that make their job easier and raise the quality of their work, and we swimming teachers are no exception. My carefully curated collection of swimming resources is designed to support and inspire teachers like you, ensuring your pupils receive the highest quality instruction that brings about significant progress. Tailored Lesson Plans and...
Ever found yourself wondering, "How do others seem to float so effortlessly while I struggle to stay afloat?" You're not alone, and the answer might surprise you. Hi, Mark here. Hope all is well with you. This week, I am tackling one of the most common questions: ' Why do I sink, and how do I float?' Understanding Buoyancy: It's All About Balance Our ability to float largely depends on our body's composition. Fat, being less dense than water, aids in buoyancy, while muscle, being denser,...
Are you getting out of breath long before you think you should be? Which breathing technique is the right one for you? Also, swimming teachers, the definitive guide to teaching outstanding swimming lessons is here. Grab your copy today! Hi, Mark here. I hope all is well with you. This week we are talking about breathing techniques. I've been asked a lot of questions lately about breathing techniques. Questions like how, when, how often do I breathe and why do I get out of breath so easily?...