By Wayne GoldsmithLet’s get this right from the start:There are NO 7 year old backstrokers.There are NO 9 year old freestylers.There are NO 10 year old IMers.There are just kids who swim — who, at that point in their development, swim one specific stroke a little better than the other strokes.Now I know coaches and parents everywhere are reading this and thinking “He’s wrong. Johnny the 8 year old just broke the club record for 50 backstroke. He’s a backstroker.”WRONG x A MILLION.Little Johnny is

Send a text Find out more about Ocean Conservancy, A Healthy Ocean and Thriving Planet Forever and for Everyone: Homepage - Ocean Conservancy Find out more about Podcastathon: Welcome | Podcasthon This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube! Keep the stories coming by supporting the...

How much do surf lessons cost in Los Angeles? If you're planning to learn to surf at Santa Monica Beach, understanding typical surf lesson prices can help you choose the right surf school.In this episode, we explain what beginners should expect when comparing surf lesson prices in Los Angeles. We discuss what equipment is usually included, why surf lesson costs vary between schools, and what students are really paying for when they book a professional surf lesson near the Santa Monica Pier.Surf

By popular demand — let’s talk about speed.There’s a lot written about it. A lot talked about it. And a lot of confusion about how to actually develop it.Here are my five fundamentals of going fast, fast, fast:1. Forget “throw your arms”I’m not a fan of that old drill where kids get on their back and just throw their arms as fast as possible. Some call it overspeed training.I don’t buy it — physiologically, biomechanically or from a skill learning perspective.It doesn’t teach anything except

Doug Springer is 80 years old, but looks and swims like he's 20 years younger. He joins us to unpack the swims that led to four world records, including a jaw-dropping 400 IM where he took 17 seconds off the world mark and cleared the national record by 35. If you love masters swimming, training for longevity, or simply want proof that performance doesn’t expire, this conversation delivers real fuel. We dig into the details that make Doug’s approach so fascinating. He’s a self-described brea...

"Тренерский круг" - закрытое сопричастное сообщество для тренеров по плаванию, триатлону и бегу. В этом видео мы подробно рассказываем, как оно устроено и почему мы отказались от привычной иерархии "учитель-ученик" в пользу горизонтальных связей и равенства.👇 Присоединяйтесь к новому сезону https://totalimmersion.ru/trn_coachПодписывайтесь на "Тренерский круг" в соцсетях🔘 Телеграм https://t.me/coachescircle🔘 ВКонтакте https://vk.com/coachescircle 🔘 MAX

Miti e leggende del Triathlon - puntata 004Pagina ufficiale: https://www.mondotriathlon.it/mitiPaula Newby-Fraser: La Regina di KonaIn questo appuntamento con Miti e Leggende del Triathlon, Dario 'Daddo' Nardone racconta l'epopea di Paula Newby-Fraser, l'indiscussa Regina di Kona. Dalle sue radici in Zimbabwe e Sudafrica alla conquista di 8 titoli mondiali Ironman, il video esplora la mente geniale di un'atleta che ha rivoluzionato l'endurance. Scopriremo la sua filosofia dell'effortlessness, la

Last week, 16-year-old phenom Luka Mijatovic turned heads with his historic performances at his CA sectionals. After clocking a 3:40 400 IM, he decimated his own 15-16 NAG in the 500 free with a 4:05.76, becoming the 3rd fastest performer in history. He followed that up with an American record in the 1000 free (8:32.83) to become the fastest ever in the event.

Host Tye Morgan explores the enduring legacy of Michael Phelps in this week's Biography Flash, highlighting how his 2009 American Record in the men's 200 butterfly—set at 1:51.51—still stands nearly two decades later and remains the benchmark at major competitions like the 2026 Pro Swim Series in Westmont. Even in quieter news cycles, Phelps's towering achievements and candid advocacy for mental health continue to define what excellence means in swimming and beyond.Loved this episode? Discover more

How long does it take to learn to surf? This is one of the most common questions beginners ask before taking their first surf lesson in Los Angeles.In this episode, we explain what most beginners experience during their first surf lesson at Santa Monica Beach, how quickly students typically stand up on a surfboard, and what factors affect how fast someone learns to surf. We also talk about balance, paddling technique, and how practice improves surfing ability over time.Surf instructor Lucas Coleman

Miti e leggende del Triathlon - puntata 003Pagina ufficiale: https://www.mondotriathlon.it/mitiMITI E LEGGENDE DEL TRIATHLON, in prima visione la nuova puntata sul canale youtube @DaddoSport ogni venerdì alle 19.00!Mark "The Grip" Allen: il triatleta perfetto che ha dovuto cambiare anima per vincereL'incredibile odissea sportiva di Mark Allen, eletto da ESPN come il più grande atleta di endurance di tutti i tempi. Dopo sei anni di sconfitte brucianti contro il rivale Dave Scott all'Ironman di Kona,

By Wayne GoldsmithA lot of coaches, when they start out, focus on one thing: physiology. The body. The physical elements of swimming.They spend years looking for drills, workouts, training programs, session plans. They go to conferences. An elite coach stands up and talks about their sets and reps, their periodisation. Everyone writes it down or takes a photo of the PowerPoint. Everyone’s looking for the secret formula, the magic pill, the quick fix that’s going to turn their program into a

By Wayne GoldsmithCoaches and parents often ask me: “How do I help my swimmer develop confidence?”Here’s the equation I use:Confidence = Belief × EvidenceThink of confidence as a can — the Confidence Can.Our job as coaches — and as swimmers — is to fill that can with experiences. Evidence that proves “I CAN do this.”Every quality training session. Every race where they held their technique under pressure. Every time they got back on the blocks after a disappointing swim. Every early morning they

What seems like a simple childhood activity can actually be a life-saving skill. In this episode, we explore the hidden impact of swimming lessons and why learning to swim is far more important than many people realise. From preventing drowning incidents to building water confidence, improving physical health, and developing lifelong safety habits, swimming education plays a critical role in protecting lives.We also discuss how early water education shapes behaviour around pools, beaches, and lakes,

Swimming lessons are not only about learning strokes and breathing techniques. They are deeply connected to psychology, confidence, and the way people respond to water. In this audio episode, we explore the hidden mental side of swimming education. You will discover how fear, trust, motivation, and positive reinforcement influence how children and adults learn to swim. The discussion looks at how instructors build confidence, why emotional safety is essential in aquatic environments, and how small

In this episode, we explore the fascinating physics of how water changes the way the human body moves. From buoyancy and resistance to balance and muscle engagement, water creates a completely different environment compared to land. Learn how aquatic movement improves strength, reduces injury risk, and supports rehabilitation, fitness, and swim training. Whether you are a swim teacher, aquatic instructor, athlete, or simply curious about how the body adapts in water, this episode breaks down the

By Wayne GoldsmithI often get asked to do pool deck sessions with swim teams when I travel.Most of the time it’s drills and skills practices or “motivation” talks, attitude talks etc.But there’s one session I love to do because it’s so important: Straight Line Swimming.Swimming is a straight line sport.We start in a straight line: it’s called Streamlining.We swim in a straight line and avoid the lane ropes if we can.We turn straight! We come to the middle of the lane to then accelerate into the turn

In the next episode of Meet Team USA Figure Skating (Frozen Waters), a special mini-series from Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down with Isabeau Levito, 2024 World silver medalist and 2023 U.S. National champion, for a candid conversation about expectations, confidence, and staying true to herself on the road to the Olympics. Isabeau reflects on the pressure of being “one of the expected spots,” the difference between skating because you get to versus because you have to, and how learning to s...

Вы когда-нибудь задумывались, почему атлеты, которые могут пробежать марафон или проехать 100 км на велосипеде, выдыхаются уже через 50 метров в бассейне?Ответ прост и одновременно парадоксален: всё, что мы инстинктивно "знаем" о плавании, скорее всего, мешает нам плыть. В этом подкасте мы разбираем философию метода Total Immersion (TI), который превращает плавание из изматывающей борьбы за выживание в осознанную практику, похожую на йогу или тай-чи в воде.Этот подкаст для тех, кто хочет не просто

В этом выпуске мы погружаемся в философию методики "Полное погружение", которая радикально меняет представление о движении в воде. Традиционный подход учит нас «наращивать мощность» и "поддавать больше топлива", но "Полное погружение" утверждает: в воде инстинкты сухопутных млекопитающих ведут к катастрофическим потерям энергии.Этот подкаст предназначен для триатлетов, взрослых пловцов-любителей и всех, кто хочет превратить плавание из изматывающей борьбы с водой в осознанную практику, подобную йоге