The quickest way to lose a swimmer’s focus? Predictability. Hi, Mark here. Hope you’ve had a good week in the pool. Let me ask you something… Have your lessons started to feel a little predictable? It happens to all of us. We find a structure that works, a few drills that get results, and before long we’re repeating the same patterns week after week. But variation is where the magic happens. When we keep lessons fresh: Pupils stay engaged and curious Confidence builds more naturally Progress...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Are you ready to transform your freestyle stroke into a smooth and efficient glide through the water? Dive into Freestyle: Master the Art of Effortless Swimming! Hi, Mark here. Hope all is well with you. Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn or a seasoned swimmer aiming to refine your technique, I’ve got you covered. Unlock the Secrets of Freestyle Swimming Freestyle, also known as front crawl, is celebrated for its speed and grace. To help you master this stroke, I’ve broken it down into...
10 days ago • 1 min read
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 &...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Fear in the water often comes down to one simple question… “Can I stand up?” Hi Mark here, I hope all is well with you. Have you ever been mid-swim and suddenly thought… “How do I stop?” It’s something that often gets forgotten - but learning how to stand up mid-swim is one of the biggest confidence boosters for beginners. If a swimmer knows they can stop, regain their footing, and reset… the fear starts to fade. I have a clear, step-by-step guide covering: ✅ How to stand up from a face-down...
17 days ago • 1 min read
It’s one of the most common (and frustrating) questions beginners ask when learning to swim. Hi, Mark here. Hope all is well. Have you ever noticed how one swimmer can lie back and float effortlessly… while another feels like they’re fighting the water the whole time? It isn’t luck — and it isn’t strength. It comes down to understanding how your body interacts with the water — and once that clicks, confidence grows very quickly. This week I’m sharing two simple but powerful resources to help...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Whether you’re just starting out or teaching others, confidence in the water is everything. This week I’m sharing 5 essential skills that boost confidence - and a free lesson plan for teachers to help nervous swimmers thrive. Hi, Mark here. I hope that you’ve had a great week and all is well. I am starting the week off with some confidence boosting. This week, I am covering the basics of learning to swim that need to be tackled before fine-tuning any actual swimming technique. 5 Essential...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
What’s the biggest challenge you face when teaching an adult to swim - fear, technique, or simply unlearning old habits? Hey, Mark here, I hope you’re doing well. This week, I'm tackling that sometimes tricky task of teaching adults how to swim, inspired by an article I wrote a while back. Why adapting your style matters Adults come to the pool with all kinds of backgrounds: varying fitness, flexibility, and confidence levels. The key is to meet them where they are, not push them into a...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
What if your breathing timing was the one thing holding back your whole stroke? Hi, Mark here. I hope all is well with you. This week we are talking front crawl breathing - and more specifically, the timing of your breath. If you’ve ever felt your breathing “throws you off” in front crawl, you’re not alone. It’s one of the hardest parts to coordinate - but once you get the timing right, everything flows more smoothly. My full guide is right here. What timing means It’s not just when you...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
A breaststroke leg kick that provides little or no power is frustrating. No problem; there are plenty of drills to correct it. Also, download a bunch of lesson plans to help you teach breaststroke. Hi, Mark here. Feeling frustrated? I've prepared a Breaststroke Kick Technique printable tip sheet to ease your frustrations. It has a great basic drill to help fine-tune your leg kick, along with some of the most common mistakes to look out for. Breaststroke Legs: Step By Step... We can break...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read