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Water Safety Tips and Teaching Strategies
Dangers of water environments around the home
As the recent rain subsides and our children excitedly return to outdoor play, it is important to consider the dangers of water around the home. Pools and spas are conspicuous…
Public Pool Supervision
Public Pool Supervision What is active supervision and how do we supervise responsibly? Active Supervision Lack of direct supervision by a parent or carer is believed to be a contributing…
Being a Successful Swim Teacher.
Building a strong connection with your students is crucial for effective swim teaching. Here are some ideas to enhance engagement during your student’s swimming lessons: Make It Fun: incorporating fun…
What should parents look for in a swim school?
Deciding to take your child/children to swimming lessons is a great decision, however, it is important to look for the swim school that best suits your family. Therefore, when searching …
When illness interrupts your swimming lesson…
Coughs and Colds
With children often experiencing 10 colds per year you may wonder when they will ever catch a break (and for you, a good night’s sleep!?) If your child is suffering from a common cold …
Benefits of Swimming in Winter
The benefits of swimming in winter outweigh the risk of kids stopping swimming lessons for months at a time.
The thought of getting in the pool on a cold winter’s day is enough to make anyone shudder but the following are a few reasons to persevere …