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Helen, an experienced and dedicated swimming teacher with an impressive 30-year journey in shaping aquatic skills and fostering a love for the water. Her passion for teaching goes beyond the strokes and techniques; it extends into the realm of creativity, where she thrives on thinking of innovative games and activities to make children's time in the water both enjoyable and enriching. Helen's enthusiasm doesn't stop at her own teaching; she finds joy in inspiring and motivating fellow swimming instructors. Always ready with inspiring ideas, Helen is committed to guiding and encouraging her peers to plan lessons that are not only educational but also fun and engaging. In her three decades of teaching, Helen has become a beacon in the swimming community, showcasing the transformative power of a passionate and imaginative approach to aquatic education.


Helen's journey as a swimming teacher has been a dynamic blend of expertise and boundless creativity. Over the years, she has honed her teaching skills, ensuring that each child she instructs not only learns the essentials of swimming but also discovers the joy of being in the water. Her classes are not just lessons; they are vibrant experiences filled with laughter, exploration, and a genuine love for the aquatic world.


What sets Helen apart is her unwavering commitment to constantly innovate. Whether it's inventing new games to teach water safety or devising activities that enhance stroke techniques, she believes in making every moment in the pool a stepping stone for a child's personal growth. Helen is not content with the status quo; she actively seeks out fresh, inspiring ideas that keep her lessons dynamic and her students excited.


Beyond her own aquatic classroom, Helen has become a source of inspiration for her fellow swimming teachers. Recognising the importance of a collective effort in creating a positive and impactful learning environment, she generously shares her ideas and experiences with others. Her guidance goes beyond the technicalities of swimming instruction; it extends to fostering a community of educators who are passionate about their role in shaping young lives.


For Helen, being a swimming teacher is more than a profession; it's a calling to instil confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for swimming in every child she encounters. As she continues to navigate the waters of education with enthusiasm and creativity, her impact on the swimming community remains both profound and enduring.


Helen’s creativity extends to writing and self publishing a numerous books and resources for parents and swimming teachers.


For the planner - click on https://amzn.to/48HKqQk

For the games for higher stages - click on https://amzn.to/41RGoCO

For a parent guide to swimming lessons - click on https://amzn.to/3vjOc3V

For aquatic adventures for tots book - click on https://amzn.to/4bTDL86

There is a resource pack that accompanies the book and you can find that on the shop on www.miniwateradventurers.com


To find me on:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/orcaswimtrainer and https://www.facebook.com/groups/908294516301306/

Website:

www.miniwateradventurers.com

Posts (114)

Jul 24, 20265 min
We're Arguing About the Wrong Thing
Why World Drowning Prevention Day should mark the start of a different conversation Every July, the same argument resurfaces on social media. A video appears of a toddler falling into a pool, flipping onto their back, and floating. The caption tells us this is proof: this method works, this child is alive because of it. Underneath, the comments split into two camps that never move. One camp says: whatever it takes. If a Swimmer cries through the lesson, that is a small price against the...

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Jul 18, 20264 min
The Report That Keeps Coming Back: Why "New" Warnings About Drown-Proofing Aren't New at All
Every so often, a report resurfaces on social media, shared as though it's breaking news: the aquatic industry warning parents about the dangers of "drown-proofing" babies. Concerned comments follow. Teachers tag other teachers. Parents ask, worried, whether their local class is one of the ones doing this. It's a good instinct to question it. But there's something worth knowing before you share it again: this isn't new. The report is called Sink or Swim, and it was published in June 2017....

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Jun 3, 202612 min
I Don't Call Myself a Swimming Teacher Any More — And Here's Why
I want to be honest with you about something I've been sitting with for a while. I don't teach swimming to young children any more. Not really. And I haven't for some time. That might sound like a strange thing for someone who has spent thirty years in aquatic education to say. But stay with me, because this is not a story about walking away from the water. It is a story about finally understanding what I was doing there in the first place. The label we inherited Swimming teacher. It is the...

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