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What Most Swimmers Get Wrong About Front Crawl Kicking
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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”? 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 into front crawl leg kick technique, along with a simple drill that helps swimmers nail it. Plus, if you're a teacher, my resource library is packed with drills and lesson plans to help make your teaching efficient, effective and fresh. Below is a basic drill to help fine-tune your freestyle leg kicking. Click here for detailed information on front crawl leg kick technique. 🏊♂️ Leg Kick Drill: Kickboard PracticeWhat to do: Why it works: Focus on:
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👉 Click here to read the full front crawl kick breakdown. Need More Drills?Grab my full set of 22 freestyle drills that cover everything from body position and breathing to timing and coordination. 👉 Get the “How To Swim Front Crawl” eBook here. Resources for Swimming Teachers Want to save time on lesson prep and keep your sessions fresh? Explore my Swimming Teachers Resource Library—packed with:
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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.
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...
Are you striving to make every second count in your 30-minute swim lessons? Maximize your 30-minute swim lessons with expert planning! Hi, Mark here. I hope all is well with you. Are you striving to make every second count in your 30-minute swim lessons? A well-structured plan is the cornerstone of effective teaching, ensuring your students progress confidently and efficiently. Crafting the Perfect 30-Minute Lesson An impactful swim lesson encompasses several key components: 1. Lesson Type &...