Posts about swimming technique and mechanics
Water can be a wonderful source of fun, fitness, and family time—but it also comes with risks. That’s why a focus on water safety skills for kids is the foundation of every great swim program. Before kids move on to advanced strokes or swim team, they need to feel confident…
Debunking the most common fears and misunderstandings that keep adults from discovering how enjoyable swimming can be. Don’t let these myths about learning to swim as an adult keep you from enjoying time in the water. Myth 1: “I missed my chance to learn as a kid.” Truth: It’s never…
Every swimmer has different swim training focus at a given time — some want to refine their stroke technique, others want to build endurance, and some are training to swim faster for competition. The key to getting the results you want is matching your current swim training focus to your…
If you’re a triathlete, the swim leg can make or break your race — not because it’s the longest part, but because it sets the tone for everything that follows. Many triathletes “get through” the swim only to emerge exhausted, disoriented, or discouraged before they even hit the bike. The…
Every summer, triathletes show up at my pool in full-blown panic. They’ve started triathlon swim training and signed up for their first race months ago, but as race day gets closer, they realize: “I don’t think I can finish the swim.” My heart goes out to them. I’ll do everything…
You can learn to swim as an adult —calmly, safely, and faster than you think—when you follow a clear sequence. Here’s the exact roadmap we use with adult beginners at Chicago Blue Dolphins. Why adults learn differently (and why that matters) Adults don’t need more laps; they need predictable skills…
Many adult swimmers head to the pool with good intentions: swim a few laps, get a workout in, and maybe try to go a little farther than last time. While this routine builds general fitness, it doesn’t always lead to measurable improvement. Without structured swim workouts, it’s easy to plateau…
Many adults can swim but find it tiring, awkward, or frustrating. The secret isn’t more laps — it’s refining your stroke technique. Stroke improvement training breaks the stroke into manageable steps, helping adults move through the water with less effort and more enjoyment. Chicago Blue Dolphins provides the adult stroke…
Drills aren’t just for kids. In fact, adults often see the biggest breakthroughs when complex strokes are broken down into smaller pieces — balance, breathing, recovery — and then rebuilt into smooth, confident swimming. Why Drills Matter Swimming has too many moving parts to fix all at once. Trying to…
Every year, our adult learn to swim classes in Chicago help adults take their first confident strokes—some in their 20s, others in their 60s and beyond. Whether your goal is fitness, safety, or pure enjoyment, you can learn to swim at any age. Start With Comfort, Not Speed Before laps,…
