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Locality: Lane Cove

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Address: Lane Cove NSW Lane Cove, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Once you're used to exhaling through the mouth, add nose bubbles to your mouth bubbles 1. Inhale through mouth ONLY 2. Exhale through mouth AND nose together... This technique can take some time to master, as it's not something that comes naturally Number in this clip title refers to the written exercise in my book 'Adults' Guide To Swimming' You don't need to be in a pool to try this... have a go in the bath or sink at home. #goodthingscometothosewhowait #persistenceiskey #breathcontrol #getitright #breatheeasy #breathingtechniques #swimwithasmile #adultsguidetoswimming #swimmerproblems #swimmerprobs #breathless #airflow #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #visualaids #youtubechannel #therightway #holdyourbreath #lovethewater #breathoffreshair #bubbleblowing #takethefirststep #inhaleexhale #inhaleexhalerepeat #rhythmandflow #backtobasics #practicemakesprogress #demo #trythisathome #haveago

25.01.2022 You might find that you're so preoccupied with being able to stand again, that you can't focus and enjoy the float! So this movement will be very important for you to learn. Remember that repetition is crucial to build muscle memory Allow enough time (and air) to stand up without panicking. ... The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" #floating #repetition #exhale #musclememory #standup #adultlearner #learntoswim #sinking #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #practicemakesperfect #preoccupied #dontgiveup #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #getusedtoit #getbacktoyourfeet #leanback #waterconfidence #sitdown #buoyancy #breathcontrol #adultbeginner #flotationdevice #swimmingtips #enoughtime #dontpanic

25.01.2022 A torpedo - otherwise known as a "push and glide" - is a great way to start swimming as it helps with getting momentum and streamlining This clip shows a front torpedo. It can be a great fun way to explore what it's like to move through water... beginners would most likely need to first hold a kickboard before transitioning to going solo #torpedo #pushoff #lovetoteach #momentum #adultlearntoswim #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #swimminglessons #kickboard #swimwithconfidence #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #adultsguidetoswimming #flotationdevice #austswimteachers #feelthewater #beginnerlessons #fakeittillyoumakeit #videodemo #videoseries #startswimming

24.01.2022 Sending a copy of my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" to the National Library and State Library of New South Wales - am so excited and honoured to be added to their collection! #makinghistory #leavealegacy #proudtobeaustralian #elearning #historiccollection #adultsguidetoswimming #learntoswim #writersofinstagram #iwroteabook #librarybooks #cantbelieveimanauthor #swimschoolforadults #adultswimminglessons #adultswimschool #swimwithasmile #swimschool #adultlessons #writersofinsta #austswimteachers #sydneysider #waterconfidence #legaldeposit #newsouthwalesaustralia #statutory #ebookstagram #booklover #publishedbook #ayeartoremember #proudmoment

24.01.2022 Being able to front float is the foundation to any swimming face down.. it also is a great way to practise breath control The manoeuvre in this clip is the finished product... as an adult beginner you're likely to start learning this movement by holding a noodle or using a step, with arms outstretched If your legs are sinking very quickly, try performing the float with your arms positioned closer towards your head ... The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" P.S. My next video will explain how to stand up from this front float! #floating #secretstosuccess #exhale #takeitslowly #staycalm #adultlearner #learntoswim #sinking #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #positivethinking #keeptrying #dontgiveup #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #getusedtoit #horizontal #yourenotalone #trustyourjourney #trusting #buoyancy #breathcontrol #adultbeginner #flotationdevice #swimmingtips #standup

23.01.2022 The starting level of my adult students really varies...some can only get in ankle deep before their first lesson with me, others are already comfortable up to their waist or neck deep in water. It's taken baby Liyana a few attempts to get used to being in water - despite being born an Aquarius! The key is to get in little and often. Water familiarisation takes time, and it's important to celebrate every small win ... #littlebylittle #adultlearner #babysteps #littleandoften #waterfamiliarisation #austswimteachers #aquarius #babyswimminglessons #adultlearntoswim #gottastartsomewhere #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #keepgoing #motherslove #keytosuccess #trusttheprocess #takeitslow #believeinyou #waterbabies #celebratesmallwins #trytryandtryagain #motherandchild #qualityfamilytime #borninfebruary

23.01.2022 The flutter kick invoices kicking from your HIPS not knees. It's a common fault to do what's called a bicycle kick... particularly if you're an experienced cyclist! Focus on lifting your whole legs up and down rather than drawing knees into chest; which stops you propelling forward ... #commonfaults #upanddown #bicyclelover #adultlearner #flutterkicks #adultlearntoswim #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #adultstudents #adultsguidetoswimming #triathlonlife #frontcrawl #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #multitasking #newskills #freestyle #moveforward #triathletesofinsta #austswimteachers #gethorizontal #whatnottodo #stepbystep #videoseries #videodemo #correction #moveyourbody #goingnowhere #roundandround

22.01.2022 Back floating can take a little while to get comfortable with, as it's about developing trust in the water to support your body and head Many adult beginners tell me they fear falling backwards. Try practising leaning backwards with a noodle behind your back first. Try to RELAX Holding your breath and tensing make your muscles heavy and you're more likely to sink! ... Number in this clip title refers to the written exercise in my book 'Adults' Guide To Swimming' #relax #breatheeasy #trust #swimwithasmile #adultsguidetoswimming #fallingback #float #noodle #flotationdevice #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #visualaids #youtubechannel #buoyancy #lovethewater #waterconfidence #backfloat #backtobasics #practicemakesprogress #demo #haveago #dontholdyourbreath #leanback #trytorelax #thatsinkingfeeling #learntoswim #learntofloat #gettingcomfortable #adultbeginner #tension

22.01.2022 Freestyle, otherwise known as front crawl in other parts of the world, is often perceived as the "proper" way to swim Some students declare themselves as non-swimmers since they can't swim freestyle; despite being able to swim from A to B with backstroke or breaststroke! The technically correct way to swim it is to breathe every third stroke, called bilateral breathing (alternating sides for air). However if you find that challenging you can breathe unilaterally on ev...ery second or fourth stroke (on the same side). The benefits of bilateral breathing are: promoting balance and flexibility on both sides of your body having the skill to adapt which side you breathe in open water, depending on the sun's position and wave conditions #adultbeginner #austswimteachers #austswim #adultswim #teachersofig #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #swimteaching #learntoswim #onlinelearning #teachersofinstagram #privateswimmingpool #privateteacher #winterswimming #privateswimlessons #adultsguidetoswimming #freestyle #gettingfromatob #youtubechannel #frontcrawl #bilateral #bilateralcoordination #takeabreath #lovetoswim #swimlove #therightway #technique #swimtechniques #openwaterswimming

21.01.2022 ""Survival" breaststroke involves swimming with your head above the water. The benefits being you're aware of your surroundings at all times - and can chat with mates in the water Some of my students want to learn this for beach time... to keep an eye on their kids, avoid getting their hair wet or wear those sunnies! The latter version I swim in this clip isn't technically correct but can be easier to grasp the coordination of.... #adultbeginner #confidentinwater #austswimteachers #austswim #adultswim #teachersofig #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #swimteaching #learntoswim #onlinelearning #teachersofinstagram #privateswimmingpool #privateteacher #winterswimming #privateswimlessons #adultsguidetoswimming #breaststrokeswimming #breaststroke #gettingfromatob #youtubechannel #socialising #breatheeasy #survivalmode #coordination #keepaneyeout #sunglasseslover #hairlover #beachtimes #parentalresponsibility

21.01.2022 Enjoyed attending an AUSTSWIM industry webinar today on learning styles and how swimming is all about patterns... How you identify with patterns can really help with grasping the rhythm in swimming For example;... Freestyle breathing involves "Exhale, exhale, inhale" whilst stroking Breaststroke kick is moving feet "Up, around, together" Backstroke arms are raised "Left, right, left, right" What's important in my role as teacher is identifying the right words that resonate with you #resonate #powerfulwords #learningstyles #unlockyourpotential #hitthenailonthehead #wording #teacherlife #neverstoplearningandgrowing #swimmingteacher #austswimteachers #austswim #upskills #smallbusinessaustralia #neverstoplearning #patterns #feeltherhythm #adultswim #swimwithasmile #swimschoolforadults #identify #teacherofadults #adultstudentlife #inthemind #industryknowledge #swimmingteacher #gettingtoknowyou #choiceofwords #helpingotherssucceed

21.01.2022 Great to be back hiring the pool out for students to self practice It felt like such a waste having it unused during lock down! #lifeafterlockdown #selfpractice #keepupthemomentum #stayfocused #hydrotherapypool #privateswimmingpool #swimwithasmile #lovetoswim #lappool #swimminginwinter #greattobeback #businessasusual #backtobusiness #dontletitgotowaste #privacymatters #practicemakesperfect #practicemakesprogress #practicepracticepractice #repetitioniskey #waterconfidence #gettingreadyforsummer

21.01.2022 Lots of adults tell me they can't float and simply sink like a stone It's not uncommon to struggle with this as an adult...kids float much better as they are yet to develop muscle density in their legs BUT it's important to be able to lie in the water before moving and learning to swim. This is to develop trust in the water to support you, and get used to being horizontal ... I'll be suggesting some tactics to help sustain floating in this upcoming series #floating #secretstosuccess #exhale #takeitslowly #staycalm #adultlearner #learntoswim #sinking #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #positivethinking #keeptrying #dontgiveup #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #getusedtoit #horizontal #yourenotalone #trustyourjourney #trusting #buoyancy #videoseries

20.01.2022 I won't lie to you - our bub hates the water. Yes, it's ironic given my job, but sadly it's true She HATES the bath, starts wailing before we've even undressed her, and becomes totally hysterical like we're putting her in a tub of acid (which we aren't, by the way). Submerging in water can take a while to get used to, whatever your age ... If you're not used to it, take a bath next time instead of that shower It'll be your very first step to learning to swim #parentinglife #newmumstruggles #skillforlife #bathtime #babysteps #hysterical #submergence #isntitironic #waterconfidence #gettingcomfortable #swimmingteachers #gettingusedtoit #bathing #dontcrybaby #learntoswim #adultbeginner #adultswimschool #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #thereshope #onestepatatime #littlebylittle #lovetohate #gettingthereslowly #patienceisavirtue #ironic #firststep #bathvsshower

19.01.2022 With the previous drills, your breathing told your arm when to move... now your arms are telling you when to breathe! This is an important skill to master; the art of breath control #skillforlife #multitasking #adultlearner #flutterkicks #adultlearntoswim #coordination #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool ... #adultstudents #adultsguidetoswimming #frontcrawl #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #multitasking #newskills #freestyle #moveforward #breatheinbreatheout #austswimteachers #gethorizontal #lovetoswim #stepbystep #videoseries #videodemo #concept #austswimteachers #elbowbender #keepcontrol #underwater #swimmingtips #rhythm See more

18.01.2022 Freestyle swimming involves shoulder rotation; this drill gets you familiar with how to roll your shoulders whilst side breathing. As you turn your head to inhale, roll your shoulder up and open up your chest #bodyrotation #sidebreath #multitasking #adultlearner #flutterkicks #adultlearntoswim #coordination #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool ... #adultstudents #adultsguidetoswimming #frontcrawl #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #multitasking #newskills #freestyle #moveforward #breatheinbreatheout #austswimteachers #gethorizontal #lovetoswim #stepbystep #videoseries #videodemo #concept #turntotheside #austswimteachers See more

18.01.2022 Now it's starting to come together and get more exciting! Breathing every 3 strokes is technically the correct way to breathe when swimming freestyle. This means you'll naturally alternate sides to inhale It's normal to have to count to 3, to know when to turn (until you start to feel the rhythm) ... #freestyle #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimming #adultsguidetoswimming #adultstudents #learnsomethingnew #learnasyougo #breathingtechniques #stroke #austswimteachers #videodemo #videoseries #keepupthemomentum #swimmingtechnique #rhythm #adultlearntoswim #coordination #feeltherhythm #inhaleexhale #counttothree #stroking

18.01.2022 You'll need the know-how (and some upper body strength) to climb out of water Getting out of a pool (or onto a boat) without a ladder or steps, can be pretty challenging (and possibly embarrassing) if you're already knackered from swimming! Use your elbows to start raising your body (or your hands if you have enough arm strength) ... Lift one knee onto the ledge, and use it as a lever to push your body up Stand, one foot at a time, taking care in case the surface is slippery Practise this manoeuvre in shallow water WITHOUT jumping up - to simulate being in deep water! (Exercise number in this video title refers to my book 'Adults' Guide To Swimming', available on Amazon). Please use your judgment on if this movement is safe to do, based on your own capabilities. #nocheating #usefultips #watersafetyawareness #watersafetyfirst #adultbeginner #austswimteachers #austswim #adultswim #teachersofig #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #swimteaching #learntoswim #teachersofinstagram #privateswimmingpool #winterswimming #privateswimlessons #climbout #adultsguidetoswimming #armstrength #knowhow #boatinglife #adultstudent #standup #elbow #knee #slipperywhenwet #lever #takecareofyourbody #embarrassingmoments

17.01.2022 Here's the first clip in the mini series on backstroke Backstroke is often the first stroke that an adult beginner masters, as you don't have to worry about breath control Focus on getting the hang of the flutter kick, with the aid of a kickboard to support your buoyancy Remember to start this exercise with your BACK facing the direction of travel! ... Kick small and fast, aiming to flick your toes just above the water's surface The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" #firststep #kickboard #kicking #adultlearner #learntoswim #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #faceup #flutterkicks #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #moveit #getbacktoyourfeet #adultbeginner #waterconfidence #bubbleblowing #buoyancy #breathcontrol #adultswimming #swimmingtips #videodemo #keepgoing #direction

16.01.2022 Raising the profile of water safety in Australia - with a particularly important message for men...thanks Mr M!

16.01.2022 Feeling pumped after completing a 10 day intensive course with a person who travelled from regional NSW (2 hours away) for private swimming lessons They stayed at a hotel near @swimwithasmile in order to take daily lessons (followed by pool hire for self practice) 1.5 hours in the water daily ... I'm so humbled to have someone take 2 weeks out to dedicate to learn how to swim with me - and just thrilled they can now swim freestyle and backstroke solo! #celebrateyourachievements #commitmentiseverything #powerofthemind #thumbsup #justdoit #privateswimminglessons #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #believeinyourself #setyourmindtoit #committed #regionalnsw #makeithappen #humbledandgrateful #dailylessons #adultswimminglessons #adultswimschool #celebratesuccess #beatthefear #conqueryourmind #smallbusinessstories #reasonformysmile #nevertoolate #carpediem #positivethinker #nomoreexcuses #overcomeobstacles #dedicationtothecause #happydance #victorydance

16.01.2022 "Competitive" - otherwise known as the mainstream - breaststroke involves swimming with your head above and below the water. The variation to this stroke will be the next clip I post! If you learn this symmetrical stroke, you'll soon become aware of any imbalances in your body! If you consider one half of your body to be very dominant, you'll soon strengthen your weaker side Why learn it? It's super relaxing; one to enjoy gliding in on a hot summer's day at the beach...... Just to note though, it's not recommended if you have any issues with your lower back or hips. #adultbeginner #whatiswhat #pullbreathekickglide #confidentinwater #swimmingsolo #austswimteachers #austswim #adultswim #teachersofig #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #swimteaching #learntoswim #onlinelearning #teachersofinstagram #privateswimmingpool #privateteacher #winterswimming #privateswimlessons #adultsguidetoswimming #whipkick #breaststrokeswimming #breaststroke #cooloff #youtubechannel #bringonsummer #takecaution #imbalance #mainstream

15.01.2022 Such thoughtful gifts from a student.. who's now swimming like a fish - so proud of him! Hopefully the cuddly toy fish will spark a passion for the water in baby Liyana #parentingstruggles #aquaphobia #learntoswim #babiesswimming #swimlikeafish #teacherpride #teacherlife #smallbusinesssupport #toyfish #lovechocolate #swimwithasmile #studententhusiasm #adultswimschool #teacherstudent #smallbusinesslove #womeninbusiness #workingmama #thankyougifts #surprisegifts #startthemyoung #nevertoolatetolearn #nevertooyoungtostart

15.01.2022 A back torpedo - or "push and glide" - can be a prelude to backstroke, or simply to enjoy back floating When learning this from scratch, try holding a kickboard against your chest to start with, or doing it with your arms by your sides #torpedo #pushoff #lovetoteach #momentum #adultlearntoswim #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #swimminglessons #kickboard #swimwithconfidence #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #adultsguidetoswimming #flotationdevice #austswimteachers #feelthewater #beginnerlessons #fakeittillyoumakeit #videodemo #videoseries #startswimming #looklikeapro #onyourback #backstroke #startasyoumeantogoon #horizontal #lapswimming #glide #onthewater #exhale

14.01.2022 Behind the scenes of writing my book. I think I'm better at teaching than being interviewed

14.01.2022 Combining the kicks and sculls is when it all comes together! Here's a demo of all 3 kicks. By now, if you've tried all of them, you'll get a sense of which one or ones you'd like to progress with (I recommend mastering 2 kicks ideally, so you have a "back up" kick if your muscles get tired with the same repetitive movement.)... Have a go at treading independently where you can still stand, but have enough depth to move legs freely Go for short stints of practice as it can be tiring to learn! The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" #cometogether #swimmingtips #stayupright #adultlearner #learntoswim #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #faceforward #kicks #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #adultbeginner #keepgoing #adultswimming #swimmingtips #videodemo #combining #treadingwater #swimandsurvive #giveitago #tiring #vertical #keepthefaith #selfpractice #independent #gosolo #standing #shallowdepth #learnbydoing #watchandlearn

14.01.2022 So here's my first clip to share, in my series of supporting videos to my published book "Adults' Guide To Swimming"... "Competitive" backstroke isn't as scary as it sounds! You don't need to race it (unless you want to ) It involves flutter kicking (moving feet up and down) whilst moving your arms in a circular motion. ... Generally I find that students who are open to learning any stroke, tend to master this one the quickest because you can breathe easily facing up and you don't need to be very co-ordinated to swim it Last weekend I got a total non-swimmer swimming this stroke in 30 mins #adultbeginner #believeinyourself #whatafeeling #breatheeasy #confidentinwater #swimmingsolo #austswimteachers #austswim #adultswim #teachersofig #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #swimteaching #learntoswim #onlinelearning #teachersofinstagram #privateswimmingpool #privateteacher #winterswimming #privateswimlessons #adultsguidetoswimming #flutterkicks #backstroke #faceup #gettingfromatob #suchagoodfeeling #youtubechannel #gottastartsomewhere #videodemo #videoseries

13.01.2022 Once you've got the hang of kicking, have a go at using your upper half to scull; moving hands and arms back and forth At standing depth, experiment with the angle, power and speed of sculling to raise your body up onto your toes - or to lift your whole body off the ground Make sure your fingers are close together so you can "catch" the water effectively. ... The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" #swimmingtips #adultlearner #learntoswim #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #adultswim #liftoff #adultsguidetoswimming #learnthebasics #adultbeginner #backandforth #keepgoing #adultswimming #videodemo #onestepatatime #treadingwater #swimandsurvive #giveitago #standing #vertical #haveago #sculling #risetothechallenge #uplifting #upperbody #experiment #effective #closetogether #catchit

13.01.2022 Feels nuts to already be celebrating 7 years running this biz, this month! Having started up as a mobile teacher driving to backyard pools back in 2013 ...never in my wildest dreams did I envisage I'd later be living in a house with an indoor pool and selling a book I'd written! Thanks for following my crazy adventure! ... #smallbusinessau #theadventurecontinues #learntoswim #dedicationtothecause #austswimteachers #teacherlife #smallbusinesssupport #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinesslove #workingmama #womeninbusiness #soletrader #learnasigo #smallbizowner #whatajourneysofar #alwaysevolving #publishedauthor #stillgoingstrong #luckynumber7 #happybirthdaytome #staypassionate #crazyadventures #gohardorgohome #itsnuts #neverinmywildestdreams #happy7thbirthday

11.01.2022 Move your arm when you take a side breath; we're now building up coordination and multitasking! Don't worry about technique quite yet, I'll cover this in the next drill #bodyrotation #sidebreath #multitasking #adultlearner #flutterkicks #adultlearntoswim #coordination #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool ... #adultstudents #adultsguidetoswimming #frontcrawl #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #multitasking #newskills #freestyle #moveforward #breatheinbreatheout #austswimteachers #gethorizontal #lovetoswim #stepbystep #videoseries #videodemo #concept #turntotheside #austswimteachers See more

11.01.2022 One of my mature students wanted to publicly share her recommendation of my business but privately messaged me rather than hitting the review button on Facebook So am sharing her message this way instead! Thanks to everyone who takes the time to write a review, it really means the world to a small business like mine ... #customerfeedback #smallbusinesssupport #endorsement #gratitude #deepwater #waterconfidence #maturestudent #recommendation #customerreview #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultlearning #adultlearntoswim #supportsmallbusiness #takethetime #smallbusinesssydney #facebookreview #supporteachother #meanstheworld #writeareview #sharingiscaring #thankyouforyoursupport #treadingwater #independence #swimanywhere #privatemessage #adultswimschool #powerofsocialmedia

11.01.2022 After you've gotten used to the exercise of bobbing up and down, try doing the same breathing technique whilst walking... Swimming involves a lot of multi-tasking, so this will be the first taste of what it's like! Remember not to wipe your face after every ascent... you won't have a spare hand to do this once your swimming ... Number in this clip title refers to the written exercise in my book 'Adults' Guide To Swimming' #breathcontrol #getitright #breatheeasy #breathingtechniques #swimwithasmile #adultsguidetoswimming #swimmerproblems #swimmerprobs #breathless #airflow #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #visualaids #youtubechannel #therightway #startingtocometogether #lovethewater #breathoffreshair #bubbleblowing #takethefirststep #inhaleexhale #inhaleexhalerepeat #rhythmandflow #backtobasics #practicemakesprogress #demo #haveago #stepbystep #multitasking #walkthewalk

09.01.2022 Now try multitasking kicking and breathing together... most importantly continuing the kick when breathing in! It's natural for your legs to drop as you lift your head to inhale; keep a strong kick to avoid standing! #keepgoing #upanddown #multitasking #adultlearner #flutterkicks #adultlearntoswim #coordination #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool ... #adultstudents #adultsguidetoswimming #altogether #frontcrawl #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #multitasking #newskills #freestyle #moveforward #breatheinbreatheout #austswimteachers #gethorizontal #lovetoswim #stepbystep #videoseries #videodemo #takeitslow #moveyourbody #austswimteachers See more

09.01.2022 This is when we can start to focus on how your stroke enters the water It's also a balancing act with the kickboard when turning to side breathe! This is a great exercise to simulate the speed and rhythm of freestyling whilst still having a little help from a training aid ... #freestyle #adultsguidetoswimming #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #swimwithconfidence #bubblebubble #feeltherhythm #simulate #watchandlearn #videoseries #videodemo #balancingact #alittlehelp #sidebreath #keepongoing #feeltheflow #multitasking #freestyling #kickboard

09.01.2022 When standing from a back float, don't try to avoid getting your face wet; it's easier blowing bubbles face down as you lean forward. Your head position affects your leg position.... meaning as you lift your head, your legs will fall, enabling you to get back onto your feet Take a breath in before you roll forward, so you have air to blow bubbles as you lean forward into the water ... The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" #floating #inhaleexhale #standup #adultlearner #learntoswim #sinking #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #practicemakesperfect #keeptrying #dontgiveup #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #getusedtoit #getbacktoyourfeet #leanforward #waterconfidence #bubbleblowing #buoyancy #breathcontrol #adultbeginner #adultswimming #swimmingtips #videodemo #sitdown

08.01.2022 When you bulk buy wipes and find the perfect carry case

08.01.2022 As I mentioned in the last video, lifting your head will cause your legs to drop, as your body works on a pivot The concept behind side breathing in freestyle is that your body should stay horizontal if you turn your head to the side Try this drill to get familiar with side breathing ... #pivot #waterconfidence #multitasking #adultlearner #flutterkicks #adultlearntoswim #coordination #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #adultstudents #adultsguidetoswimming #altogether #frontcrawl #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #multitasking #newskills #freestyle #moveforward #breatheinbreatheout #austswimteachers #gethorizontal #lovetoswim #stepbystep #videoseries #videodemo #concept #turntotheside #austswimteachers

07.01.2022 Now that I've shared the overviews of the main strokes ON the water, what about swimming UNDER water? This skill is great to know to: 1. Duck under waves at the beach; so much easier than staying above and "fighting" facing them ... 2. Sneak up to surprise your mate from behind 3. Pick something up from the bottom 4. Simply refresh yourself, block out a noisy external environment and listen to your bubbles #howdotheydoit #adultlearning #swimwithasmile #adultswimlessons #adultswimming #divein #whatdoidonext #swimmingunderwater #sorefreshing #retrieve #beachtime #duckdive #flutterkicks #breaststroke #breathcontrol #breathwork #ration #resurface #sneakup #mysterysolved #quiettime #knowhow #lifeskill #learnanewskill #calming #headdown #bubbleblowing #adultsguidetoswimming

07.01.2022 Moving around in deep water whilst staying upright and treading is handy to know how to do, for example to move forwards to get onto a boat, or backwards to get away from something! Pull with breaststroke arms to move forward, and clap your hands together to move backwards #keepitsimple #safetycomesfirst #handytips #treadingwater #swimschoolforadults #swimwithconfidence #swimwithasmile #watersafetytips #movingforwards #movingbackwards #adultsguidetoswimming #keepbreathing #survivalskills #movingaround #openwater #openwaterswimmer #saveyourself #deepwater #clapyourhands #breaststrokeswimming #breaststroke #breaststroker #direction #haveago #practicepracticepractice #stayupright #goodtoknow

07.01.2022 After you've got the hang of one inhalation above water and one exhalation below (without water entering mouth and/or nose), try linking your breaths together bobbing up and down. It's important to avoid the habit of wiping your face after every ascent... you won't have a spare hand to do this once your swimming! Number in this clip title refers to the written exercise in my book 'Adults' Guide To Swimming'... You don't need to be in a pool to try this... have a go in the bath or sink at home. #breathcontrol #getitright #breatheeasy #breathingtechniques #swimwithasmile #adultsguidetoswimming #swimmerproblems #swimmerprobs #breathless #airflow #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #visualaids #youtubechannel #therightway #holdyourbreath #lovethewater #breathoffreshair #bubbleblowing #takethefirststep #inhaleexhale #inhaleexhalerepeat #rhythmandflow #backtobasics #practicemakesprogress #demo #trythisathome #haveago #badhabits #bobbing

06.01.2022 If you find you're not moving backwards when kicking, you might have a bicycle kick; excessively bending your knees. It's a common fault - particularly if you're a runner or cyclist! To correct this, hold the kickboard across your knees and point your toes This will keep to straighten your legs and to kick from the hips ... The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" #swimmingtips #kickboard #kicking #adultlearner #learntoswim #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #faceup #flutterkicks #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #moveit #bicyclekick #adultbeginner #waterconfidence #buoyancy #breathcontrol #adultswimming #swimmingtips #videodemo #keepgoing #kickfromthehip #runnersofinstagram #cyclistsofinstagram

06.01.2022 The first exercise towards mastering the correct breathing whilst swimming, is this 1. Inhale through mouth ONLY 2. Exhale through mouth ONLY... The reason not to inhale through nose, is to avoid that nasty sensation of water shooting up the nostrils (when your nose is wet) It's quickest and easiest to inhale through mouth only. Practise blowing bubbles at the water's surface Focus on a continuous airflow...Inhaling above and exhaling below Holding breath creates tension and challenges with establishing a rhythm whilst swimming. Ascend to inhale BEFORE running out of air. #breathcontrol #getitright #breatheeasy #breathingtechniques #swimwithasmile #adultsguidetoswimming #swimmerproblems #swimmerprobs #breathless #airflow #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #visualaids #youtubechannel #therightway #holdyourbreath #lovethewater #feeltherhythm #bubbleblowing #takethefirststep #inhaleexhale #inhaleexhalerepeat #rhythmandflow #backtobasics #justrelax #takeitslow

06.01.2022 Learning to swim as an adult can be surprisingly challenging if you feel you're un-co There's a degree of multi-tasking involved, particularly with front strokes where you need to remember how to breathe as well as to kick and stroke The secret is to break it down into separate components when practising, before building up to the whole stroke ... It's very common to be tempted to lose the kickboard... but transitioning too soon away from it can be overwhelming and frustrating #themindboggles #unco #onestepatatime #pattingheadrubbingbelly #coordination #multitasking #layeruponlayer #onethingatatime #learningtoswim #skillforlife #dosomethingforyourself #littlebylittle #twoleftfeet #frustration #bepatientwithyourself #swimwithasmile #swimschoolforadults #kickboard #temptation #swimmingchallenge #breakdown #keepingitreal #keepitsimple #adultswimminglessons #swimmingtips

05.01.2022 Once you get the hang of how to kick and move backwards, have a go without the kickboard (If this sounds too daunting, hold a noodle on either side of your body and gradually let go whilst kicking.) With some students, this is the level that they're happy to reach; a great way to swim solo, breathe easy and give confidence to know how to save yourself in an emergency The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide... To Swimming" #saveyourself #swimmingtips #kickboard #kicking #adultlearner #learntoswim #moveyourbody #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #faceup #flutterkicks #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #survivalskills #learnthebasics #moveit #adultbeginner #buoyancy #breathcontrol #adultswimming #swimmingtips #videodemo #independence #flotationdevice #breatheeasy #dowhatmakesyouhappy #eachtotheirown #backstroke #swimandsurvive #daunting

05.01.2022 Just taken my first weekend off in a long long time - after much debate, we chose mountains over the beach But like a lot of places in Australia, you're never far from water #pause #beachvsmountains #lovethemountains #timeout #takeabreather #neverfaraway #smallbusinesslife #winterescape #longweekend #open7daysaweek #theresnoescape #loveaustralia #longtimecoming #stopandsmelltheroses #breatheitin #bluemountainsaustralia #rechargeyoursoul #soletraders #swimwithasmile #ilovewaterfalls #weekendaway #lovensw #learntoswim

04.01.2022 Excited to release the next set of videos all about breathing.... by far THE most common challenge amongst both new and experienced swimmers (So common in fact, that I even considered renaming my packages to that effect!) Getting breathless whilst swimming may be due to incorrect technique, lack of stamina, or a combination of both ... First video clip coming to your screen tomorrow #breathcontrol #getitright #sortitout #breathingtechniques #stamina #swimmingtechnique #swimwithasmile #adultsguidetoswimming #miniseries #videoclips #commonproblem #swimmerproblems #swimmerprobs #breathless #badhabits #adultswimming #swimschoolforadults #rethink #demonstrations #yourenotalone #visualaids #youtubechannel

04.01.2022 I'm always in awe of my non-native English speaking students who are learning this brand new practical skill of swimming; in a foreign language #respect #adultbeginner #wheretheresawilltheresaway #austswimteachers #austswim #adultswim #justdoit #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #swimteaching #learntoswim #powerofthemind #teachersofinstagram #privateswimmingpool #privateteacher #nomoreexcuses #privateswimlessons #adultsguidetoswimming #foreigner #adultlearner #migrantlife #lovetoswim #swimlove #wheretheresawill #embracethechallenge #facethechallenge #foreignlanguage #englishspeaking #willpower #wanttolearn

02.01.2022 Starting our little girl with some messages about water safety... this book is the childrens' version of my published book 'Adults' Guide To Swimming'! Never too late to learn as an adult... nor too early as a bub #mumsandbubs #teacherlife #startthemyoung #nevertoosoon #firsttimemum #readandlearn #waterbabies #watersafetyawareness #watersafe #livingwithwater #laurielawrence #bedtimereading #readtobaby #lovetolearn #motherhoodlife #austswimteachers #lessonsinlife #waterconfidence #youngerversion #adultsguidetoswimming #booklover #publishedauthor #livingwithwater #nevertooearly #nevertoolatetolearn

02.01.2022 Being able to transition between treading and back floating is a really useful survival skill, in case you get tired treading and can't easily reach a point of safety Back floating enables you to catch your breath and rest The letter and number in the title of this clip refers to the relevant chapter in my book "Adults' Guide To Swimming" ... #backfloat #handyhints #saveyourself #tiring #catchyourbreath #restandrecover swimmingtips #adultlearner #learntoswim #survivalskill #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #waterconfidence #kicks #adultswim #adultsguidetoswimming #learnthebasics #adultbeginner #keepgoing #adultswimming #swimmingtips #videodemo #onestepatatime #treadingwater #swimandsurvive #giveitago #vertical #risetothechallenge #horizontal #transitions

02.01.2022 It's Adult Learners Week! (1st-8th Sep 2020). Have you learnt something new yet? Being a grown-up doesn't mean you have to stop growing Lots of adult students learn to swim in order to then learn something else, like how to surf or scuba dive. ... One new skill can lead to another Will this be your week - or year - of change? #yearofchange #alw2020 #adultlearnersweek #adultlearner #carpediem #adultlearntoswim #gottastartsomewhere #swimschoolforadults #swimwithasmile #adultswimschool #adultstudents #learntosurf #learntoscuba #upskilling #learnsomething #learnsomethingnew #motivationmonday #newskills #adultinglikeaboss #changeyourlife #changeyourmindset #justdoit #stopprocrastinating

02.01.2022 An adult student's first swimming lesson can be nerve-wracking; especially if it has been something on the cards for many years. Many tell me they are so anxious that they lose sleep the night before their first class An important part of what I do is to ensure a student finishes that very first swimming lesson feeling:... surprised they progressed better in the water than they thought hopeful they can achieve their goals excited to return and learn more And relaxed enough to sleep much better that night! #sleepawarenessweek #dontworrybehappy #sleepawareness #onthecards #nervewracking #adultstudents #firsttimer #adultbeginner #learntoswim #bucketlist #losingsleep #stayhopeful #partofmyjob #thewayyoufeel #surpriseme #sleepisimportant #sleepeasy #surpriseyourself #anxietyrelief #privateswimlessons #swimwithasmile #selfbelief #selfconfidence #selfdoubt #tossandturn #underpressure #powerofthemind #austswimteachers #sleeplessnight #feelingsmatter