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 — one that builds confidence, reinforces safety, and makes a real difference, especially in deeper water. I’ve put together a free printable guide that breaks down the key points for both learning and teaching treading water - perfect for your next lesson.
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🆓 Treading Water = Confidence + ControlTreading water isn’t just a survival skill – it’s a huge confidence booster. 👉 Get the free printable download now » That’s it for this week! Happy swimming, 💡 P.S.This printable works great as a takeaway for swimmers or as part of your next deep-water lesson. Grab it now while it’s fresh in your mind! pps - did someone forward this to you? Subscribe here. |
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"If I kick harder then I will stay afloat and swim further." ...a common misconception among beginners learning to swim. Hi, Mark here. Hope you're doing well! Have you ever heard a beginner swimmer say: “If I kick harder, I’ll stay afloat and swim further”?It’s one of the most common misconceptions out there. The truth? A relaxed, controlled leg kick is way more effective than a frantic, splashy one. Smooth and steady wins the race—literally. In this edition of Swim Teach News, we're diving...
How do I float? Why do I get so tired? Am I too old? As a beginner learning to swim, you have many unanswered questions, and as a teacher, you are constantly being asked them. There are a few that get asked more than others. Hi, Mark here. How are you? I hope all is well. How can I stand up mid-swim? How can I swim without getting tired? How Do I Float? These are just some of the most common questions I get asked. I have listed the most common questions and links to more detailed answers. I...
Teaching a Child to Swim Doesn’t Have to Be Stressful Hi there, Mark here – I hope you’re doing great! If you’re a parent or swimming teacher, you know how emotional teaching a child to swim can be. The tears and resistance when it’s time to get in the water. The fear of letting go, even for a second. The frustration of lesson after lesson with little progress. The feeling that you’re failing them, when you just want to help them succeed and feel safe. These struggles are common — but they’re...