Swimming is a tricky spot and it is particularly hard to correct technical flaws. Swim training teaches us how to move in the water and how to learn the right technique but, bearing in mind the density of water and the fact that these movements...
It would be great if you never had to breathe, wouldn’t it! You’d be so much faster if you could swim for miles without having to take a breath. ⠀ ⠀⠀ But you can’t. And you never will. ⠀ ⠀⠀ You have to breathe to keep moving, but...
More and more parents venturing to the pool to cool off and have a bit of fun with their little ones we thought it would be a good time to go over the technical side of submerging children under the age of three. It is extremely...
It’s best to take a measured, empathetic, calm approach when dealing with your child’s fears. After all, if you exhibit stress, they will pick up on this, and this will only magnify their fears. 🏊♂️swimpro.com.ng If you like...
[gallery size="large" type="slideshow" ids="703,704,705,706,707,708,709,710"] 1 Treading Water. You don't know how to tread water yet, or your treading endurance is still low. Can you tread water for more than 5 seconds? 2 Breathing Technique. Most people hold their breath when they swim. Exhaling underwater and inhaling when you are...
Swimming is a full-body movement, and efficiency comes from developing coordination between your upper and lower body. The kick provides stability, improved body position and propulsion--all components necessary for a more efficient freestyle. Remember, the swim is the only leg that impacts the entire race. Efficiency...
Is There A Difference in Having A Male vs Female Swim Instructor? Male vs Female Swim Instructors is an important question most parents ask when it comes to teaching their child. Will my child be comfortable with a male or female? Will they listen to a...
If you're new to swimming or want to get a solid workout in the pool, freestyle is a great stroke to get you started. Swim freestyle at a medium to vigorous effort level for an hour, and a 140-pound person will burn upwards of 500 calories. How...
[gallery ids="676,677,678,679,680,681"] We recently asked, “What do you struggle most with when you swim?” The answers that came back were varied, but there were also some common themes among the answers we received. Breathing was by far the most common thing people struggled with. Unfortunately, breathing is probably...
If you are swimming for recreation purposes, eating right before entering the water should not pose any problems. If you are going to be in the water for exercise, it makes sense to wait at least an hour to allow most of the food in...
Swimwear. This may be a swimming costume, trunks, shorts, t-shirt and/or leggings. Check with your pool to see if there are any guidelines on what swimwear is permitted. It is advisable when learning to swim to make sure swimwear is as close fitting as possible. Towel. A towel...
At Swimpro we look at everything we do from a child’s point of view which could be from your child’s point of you too. Are they feeling supported and encouraged when learning to swim? Does she feel safe? Does he feel excited about coming to class?...
The fourth phase of a swim stroke is recovery. It starts when the arm exits the water and ends when the arm drops back into the water. The key to good recovery technique is to do as the name implies—recover. When a recovering arm is...
🎉🎊🔥 First Dive 👇Today was a very emotional and exciting moment after a long break. We can gradually resume our service and execute what we love to do best which is empowering you with a lifetime skill. To us, swimming is more than just a...
As important as your journey is, without a destination you’ll never know when you’ve arrived. Put simply — you’ll never get what you want if you’re unsure about what that even is in the first place. With the right support and guidance anyone can learn how...
University of Chicago swimmer Yifan Mao has been named a Fulbright Scholar for the fellowship year of 2020-2021, the organization announced on Wednesday. The Fulbright Program is a United States Cultural Exchange Program that, among other things, provides scholarships for about 2,000 American students annually to...
-> Jump in Vertically -> Tread Water -> Use any stroke, then swim to the edge of the pool. ⚠Note: You don't have to get to the bottom of the pool. [video width="1920" height="1080" mp4="https://swimpro.com.ng/swimming/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20200221_160402.mp4"][/video] 🏊♂️swimpro.com.ng Instagram: swimpronigeria ...
WATER AWARENESS BUILDING FAMILIARITY AND CONFIDENCE Keep Watch Actions - Water Awareness Water awareness combines a range of strategies and activities designed to keep your child safe when in, on, or around water. These include water familiarisation, checking for and removing water hazards, setting rules around water...
One important point you must understand here: the buoyancy of the human body is the same in deep water as it is in shallow water. In other words, your ability to remain at the water surface is the same regardless of the depth of the...
At one point or another, most children are afraid of the water – especially putting their head under water. The earlier you expose your child to the water, the more it will loophelp prevent them from fearing it. Step 1: Bring your child to the side of...
The best way to start As for all strokes really, the first place to start is with a ‘push and glide’ through the water. To achieve this, you’ll need to be able to: Understand your own buoyancy Happily move away from the wall/floor and let the water support...
Happy New Year. 💦💦💦💦💦💥💥💥 If you have swim lessons and aqua aerobics as your new year resolution then the time to start is now 🤗 💙🏊♂️👙 swimpro.com.ng...
Type of maintenance Amount Duration Lubricate fittings, valves, and plugs Add algaecide Take samples of water for professional testing Run pool filter Adjust water levels 1 Test and adjust pH, calcium, and sanitizer levels 1 Remove debris Remove leaves and debris, empty skimmer basket, and brush down walls Clean filter and inspect all parts; heck parts of heat pump Check and adjust water temperature Vacuum...
Book and Pay Online . Appointment Only Each individual Swimpro Coach is an experienced and knowledgeable coach in their own right but in addition has studied and practiced with Swimpro for over 12 months including special intensive training. The end result is a talented set...
The Push and Glide drill teaches you how to achieve the optimal underwater body position when pushing off the wall. This drill will help you maximise the distance you glide before you start your full stroke. Submerge and push off on your front from the end...
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Firstly, why you should start lifeguard training. Lifeguard jobs are generally better paid than working as a waiter in the same institution. Generally, a lifeguard is physically inactive for most of their shift and the work, on the whole, isn’t physically straining. The work is usually in a...
Coordinate Your Actions Beginner swimmers often find themselves messily chopping through the water with their limbs. That's fine. It takes a while to get a feel for moving your limbs in time. You must also get used to moving the muscles in your lower back, abdomen...
🏊♂️💦 Question of the day: My question is about going underwater without holding your nose. My 4-year-old twins took swimming lessons last summer and can jump into the pool without holding their nose. This is something I've never been able to do. Water always goes up my...
How much easier life would be if we dared to go ahead and we would not worry about everything. You should let go of your fears, not stick to them. It is difficult to know what belongs to you, as you often do not even...
First and most importantly of all ensure that the water you will be diving into is safe to do so. Is it clear and can you see the pool floor? Is it deep enough or is the water shallow? Diving into water that is not...
Are you a beginner struggling to get to grips with swimming? Then I bet you must be suffering from one of these three most common mistakes which makes it hard for beginner swimmers to master the art. In this short post, I will go ahead to...
The breaststroke provides benefits for swimmers of all different skill levels because of its simplicity. Since you control the pace of the stroke, you can swim through the water at a slow pace or swim more rapidly for an intensive workout. Learn the benefits of...
View this post on Instagram Butterfly drills to try out 1. Performing the kick whilst holding a float or kickboard out in front with straight arms will help develop the technique and power required for this movement. 2. The kick can also be practised in a...