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10/08/2026

STOP Lifting Your Head When Side Breathing!

Are you lifting your head when you breathe to the side?

This is one of the most common mistakes beginners make when learning freestyle swimming.

When you breathe to the side, keep your ear close to your shoulder and your head close to your arm. If your head moves away from your arm, your body position can break down and your arm can move out to the side.

Keep your head low and make side breathing smoother.

09/30/2026

Fix This Breathing Mistake to Swim Faster

Struggling to keep your pull strong when you turn to breathe? The fix is your head position. Keep your head low, turn (don't lift) to breathe, and keep the lead arm steady so your pull stays powerful on both sides.

🏊 Try this next time you're in the pool and feel the difference.

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09/24/2026

Fix this most common side breathing mistake

Most people lift their head up or push their leading arm down to take a breath. That's wrong. You have to roll on your side and take a breath.

09/23/2026

Stop Fearing Swim Fins! The Surprising Truth

In this quick beginner swimming tip, Jonny Rocket debunks a common myth: using swim fins won’t make you lazy or dependent. In fact, expert coaches explain that fins give you extra propulsion and confidence. They act like training wheels for your kick, helping you move through the water sooner, faster, and easier so you can ditch them quickly.

Whether you’re an adult learner or teaching a nervous student, this video shows why you shouldn’t be afraid of fins. You’ll learn:

Why fearing fins is a myth (and how they really help you train)

How swim fins improve your kicking coordination and speed

When and how to use fins so you can safely transition away from them

How to swim more confidently and avoid “sinking” by using fins properly

👍 Enjoyed the tip? Like this video and subscribe for more easy beginner swim lessons every week. 👏 Drop an applause emoji in the comments if you found this helpful!

📩 Want one-on-one help? Email [email protected] for private lessons. Share this with friends who hate using fins – we’ll help them conquer that fear!

09/22/2026

Scared of Deep Water? Watch This

What happens when you let all the air out of your lungs underwater? You sink.

If you ever panic in deep water, the lesson is to remember that having air in your chest can help with buoyancy. Try to stay calm, go still, and use a small paddle or kick if needed.

This is an important swimming tip for beginners, especially if you're learning how to float, control your breathing, and become more comfortable in deep water.

⚠️ Practice swimming and floating skills with appropriate supervision and never rely on buoyancy alone in an emergency.

09/14/2026

How to Stand Up in Water Without Falling Back

Why do beginners fall backwards when they try to stand up in the water? One of the most common mistakes is trying to stand before your body is in the right position.

In this beginner swimming lesson, you'll learn how to stand up in water correctly without launching yourself backwards. The key is simple: get your feet firmly planted on the ground before extending your body.

09/11/2026

This Makes Freestyle Breathing SO Much Easier

Struggling with freestyle side breathing? One common beginner mistake is pulling the lead arm down while turning to breathe.

When you start swimming freestyle, keep that arm out in front instead of pulling it down during the breath. This gives you a better position to balance, kick, and breathe.

09/04/2026

Do your legs sink when you're floating on your back?

Here's a simple beginner swimming tip that can help bring your legs back toward the surface. Try bending your knees slightly. If your legs have dropped really low, bring one knee toward your belly, then the other.

This simple adjustment can help beginner swimmers feel more comfortable and confident while practicing back floating and kicking.

09/02/2026

Beginners: DON'T Do This When Floating

One of the most common mistakes beginner swimmers make is trying to push their head too far back.

Just because you can lean further doesn't mean you should! 😅

The goal is simple: keep your chin higher than your FOREHEAD so don't overdo it.

Small adjustments can make a huge difference when learning to relax and feel comfortable in the water.

08/27/2026

Sinking Legs While Swimming Instant Fix

Do your legs sink when swimming? The problem may not be your kick it could be your balance.

Try moving your arms forward in front of your body. As your arms move forward, your body balance changes and your legs can rise closer to the surface.

In this quick swimming tip, you’ll see the difference: arms by the legs → legs sink. Arms forward → legs return toward the surface.

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