All posts tagged "swimming"
SYNERGY IN THE LESSON
Today the students were two 8-year old girls. I learned that we created great synergy by my goof-up which positioned both girls at the pool at the same time for the same lesson (instead of one-on-one lessons). We had more…
CommentMY FIRST SWIM EVENT
My first swim event taught me plenty. It was the La Jolla Pier to Cove Swim, 1.5 ocean miles, mostly against the current and with seagrass/kelp as the biggest obstacle. My three most important learnings were: 1) Practice the Start. …
CommentSWIMVACATION.COM
Swim. Relax. Repeat. Hours of ocean swimming with others who enjoy hours of ocean swimming while boating around the British Virgin Islands! Yes, this is the vacation for me. I signed up without hesitation knowing I was meeting up with…
CommentIt happened — Lesson 2
The young boys returned for their second lesson today. By the end of the lesson the brothers were alternate breathing, a skill that I seldom teach because it is so advanced. Look at them here.
CommentAutomatically lighten up in water
When you enter a pool, the pressure and resistance of the water displaces your body weight 75% – 90% depending how deep you go.
CommentPOOL TIP: Enjoy yourself at the pool
To enjoy yourself, leave your fear of others looking at you at the door (they are already worried about themselves). Be comfortable in your swimwear, knowing that you are doing something great for yourself.
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