Turning around
The reasons behind teaching this maneuver are both practical and developmental. From a safety perspective, the ability to orient oneself toward a stable surface is essential. Should a child ever accidentally enter deeper water, instinctively turning toward the nearest wall and grasping it provides an immediate means of support and prevents panic.
Equally important are the benefits to a child’s self-esteem and aquatic competence. By learning to rotate independently and secure a hold on the wall, babies and toddlers develop body awareness, balance, and strength. This skill also reinforces the idea that the pool environment can be navigated with confidence rather than fear.
Exiting the pool
Enhances Safety and Emergency Readiness
We teach the "elbow-elbow-tummy-knee" method to help little ones remember how to climb out even without a ladder.
Builds Physical Strength and Coordination
Repeating this motion helps swimmers, especially young children, build the strength and confidence they need to move safely in and out of the water.
Reinforces Water Safety Fundamentals
This fundamental step reinforces the complete cycle of water interaction: enter – swim – exit.
Encourages Emotional Confidence and Boundaries
At Moovswim, we guide swimmers to recognise their own limits and exit the water without hesitation
Promotes Proper Pool Etiquette
Understanding when and how to exit the pool promotes discipline and situational awareness.
Prevents Overexposure to Water
It’s an important reminder that swimming is not just fun, but also a physical activity that benefits from pacing.
Floating on back
Reasons and Benefits of Learning the Backfloat:
Water Safety: The backfloat is a critical survival skill. If a child falls into water, floating on their back conserves energy and helps them breathe while waiting for help.
Confidence Building: Mastering the backfloat helps reduce fear of the water. It teaches trust—in their own body, in breathing, and in the water itself.
Rest and Recovery: The position allows swimmers to rest without treading water, making it easier to continue swimming when tired.
Body Awareness: It teaches kids to understand buoyancy and balance, forming a foundation for other swimming techniques.
Entering the pool
Importance of Safe Entry and Gradual Progression:
Prevents accidents: Entering slowly reduces the risk of slipping, hitting the bottom, or startling others in the pool.
Promotes awareness: It encourages swimmers to observe depth markings, water conditions, and other swimmers.
Builds water confidence: Gradual exposure helps swimmers feel in control and calm, essential for learning new techniques like diving.
Strengthens fundamentals: Mastery of basic entries lays the foundation for more complex skills in swimming and water sports.