Teaching technique for all 4 strokes (Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke & Freestyle) is one of my favorite things to do. Not only do I have to work hard to figure out the best ways to break down complex skill sets, but I also need to figure out 100 different ways to explain a single concept. That
It’s shout-out day!! It’s time to celebrate the commitment that these Back-to-Basics Attendance Champs made over the last 2 months! As you may know, Back-to-Basics (B-2-B) has been going on in my 5:30AM group swim class since Sept. It’s a 2-month long program focused on basic technique for all 4 swim strokes. It’s fast, it’s
Which is more important? Inborn talent or dedication? I would argue that perseverance & tenacity are the keys to success. As a swim coach I RARELY am asked to help someone learn the Butterfly stroke. Most swimmers stay far, far, FAR away from it because, if not done correctly, it’s truly exhausting. Of the four