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Becoming the poster girl for race equality in sport is the last thing Alice Dearing wants, but at present the young swimmer can see no other way around the issue, writes Alice-Reeves Turner.
She may only be 22, but Dearing, the only black swimmer in the Team GB swimming squad, has long been on a mission to dispel myths that have long existed in her sport: the main one being that black people, can’t, or shouldn’t, swim.
She has directly experienced issues of racism in sport. At the age of 17, a rival swimmer’s coach indirectly referred to Dearing as a “skinny n****râ€.
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Swimming is a skill that all children should learn. Support the development of their strength and flexibility and keep them fit and healthy by allowing them to explore the water and exercise whilst they’re doing it. Yes the water can be tonnes of fun but more importantly, learning to swim could save their one day if they ever find themselves in a spot of bother. Most parents are keen to dive in and pass down their swimming knowledge but for a lot of parents they are faced with children who are scared of taking the plunge. Continue reading to find out how to help a nervous child to swim should you be faced with a tot who doesn’t seem too keen on the water.
It’s not always clear exactly why your child is unwilling to get off to a swimming start. Getting water in their eyes, feeling the cold or a general fear of the unknown are just some of the reasons why they might be fearful. Making sure that they have the gear to support their new venture will help them feel more at ease and supported in the water. Swimming goggles will keep the water away from their peepers meaning that your child can spend more time facing their fear instead of constantly wiping the water away from their eyes. If you’re teaching in the sea then goggles are even more necessary as the salt water can irritate and even sting young eyes. When thinking about floatation devices there’s a range of options to consider. Standard water wings will keep your child safe in the water and support their development but if your child’s nerves are preventing them from getting in the water a floatation jacket may be more suitable for them. This alternative to water wings will make them feel more secure and safe when entering the water meaning they’re more likely to give it a go.
As their parents they’ll be looking to you for reassurance and support so staying positive and strong when guiding them is key. If they sense that you’re also nervous about the situation then it will make them ten times more anxious than they were in the beginning. It’s understandable that entering a new environment can be daunting so give them lots of praise and positive reinforcement when they get in the water. You could even offer a reward for after their swim lessons. Acknowledging their fear, whether you understand it or not will also make your child feel validated and that’s the first step to gaining their trust. Planning a step by step programme could also help. You can set small goals for each swim session that are easily achievable to give your child a sense of achievement and build their confidence. For example, if you set a goal for them to get their head wet during their first session then build that to putting their head under the water for their second session supports them to clearly see their own progression and will boost their self esteem.
Although it’s easy to assume that all children will take to the water easily it’s more common than you realise for a child to be nervous when it comes to swimming. By investing in equipment that will make them feel extra safe and being super supportive throughout the whole process you’ve got the foundations to help your child overcome their nerves.
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Inspired by Alex’s performance on Sink or Swim, Harry Hill swims his way across the studio.
After sighting (looking forwards), a lot of swimmers keep looking forwards and it’s impacts on their speed. If you use the sight and breathe method and return your eyes to your normal position this can fix it. The exception, if you’re following feet for drafting.
While conducting research for the Ocean Cleanup’s Aerial Expedition, scientists spotted whales swimming through the Great Pacific Garbage Patch for the first time.
In a new study published in the journal Marine Biodiversity, researchers shared their findings from the survey and documented the sightings.
“It is well known that ocean plastics pose a threat to marine mammals, with many cases of entanglement and ingestion interactions being recorded worldwide,†they wrote. “Here, we describe the first cetacean sightings made within the so-called Great Pacific Garbage Patch.â€
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My focus is to find out what motivates people to swim in freezing cold water all year round. Mainly because I love it too and I realised, through doing it, that I was meeting some extraordinary people along the way, all with amazing stories
Re-live the best bits from the fourth match in the ISL. Budapest put on a show as London Roar recorded a second victory on the bounce.
Forty swimmers will represent the country at the 2019 CANA Zone 3 swimming championship to be held from the 28th of November to December 1st at the Kasarani Aquatic Centre. However, a total of 80 Kenyan swimmers will take part in the tournament, with the additional 40 competing to gauge their fitness.
