The Poolside Pass Parents Podcast

In E9 we spoke to Rebecca Achieng Ajulu Bushell about her experiences of diversity within swimming and the work her and her organisation are doing to promote diversity in swimming. For more information on what Rebecca's organisation check out their instagram page (@nyarkodero)

In episode 8 of our parent podcast we discuss swimming the 4 strokes legally and the ins and outs of the FINA rules with experienced official Daz West.

In E7 we sit down to discuss the fundamental importance of streamlining for swimmers and how swimmers and coaches can work to develop this simple but crucial skill in the water and on land. 

@thepoolsidepass talk to Keri-anne Payne two time world champion and Gold medallist at the 10km open water at the World Championships in 2009 and 2011 and silver medallist at the Bejiing Olympics in 2008 about becoming world champion and her drive to develop and empower high quality open water coaching qualifications through Straight Line Swimming, a company created by Keri-anne an

In E5 we discuss the importance of sculling and uncover some interesting ways to increase a swimmers feel for the water. 

Research on swimming is broad and essential for the evolution of the sport. The level of swimming related scientifc research is very advanced, as is the level of coaching. However, as both fields are very demanding, their connection, in terms of knowledge and experience diffusion, is difficult. In-depth reading of scientific papers is needed for a thorough interpretation of their r

In episode 3 we speak to Steve Parry about the impact swimming has had on his life and the importance of making sure every child learns how to swim. Steve is the founder of Total Swimming Academies, who have the aim of creating opportunities for children to learn to swim. 

We speak to Julie Gibson from StreamlinED about how people can get the most out of an open water swimming experience 

To kick off series 2 of our parent podcast we speak to Helen Bull about the benefits of open water swimming. 

We spoke to Lee Heard from The RLSS about their work with preventing drowning. A leading cause of death in children around the world, which impacts many families. It is preventable. #BeALifesaver