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Does Swimming Help With Weight Loss?
Does Swimming Help With Weight Loss? If you’re trying to lose weight, swimming is one of the best forms of […]
Is 50 Too Old to Learn How to Swim?
Is 50 Too Old to Learn How to Swim? For many adults, learning to swim later in life can feel […]
Are 30-Minute Swimming Lessons Enough?
Are 30-Minute Swimming Lessons Enough? When choosing swimming lessons, one of the most common questions adults and parents ask is […]
Sharks, Storms, and Sydney Harbour
Sharks, Storms, and Sydney Harbour: What Fear Misses About the Ocean I’ve spent most of my life in the water. […]
How Long Does It Take to Learn to Swim as an Adult?
How Long Does It Take to Learn to Swim as an Adult? If you’re an adult who can’t swim — […]
Why Am I Struggling to Swim? (And How to Finally Fix It)
Learning to swim as an adult can feel frustrating. You try your best, yet you’re still sinking, gasping for breath, […]
Is It Normal for Adults to Not Know How to Swim? | Adult Swimming Lessons Sydney
Many adults never learned to swim. Learn why it’s common, how fear develops, and how adult swimming lessons in Sydney […]
The 5 Basic Swimming Skills (and Swimly’s Twist That Makes All the Difference)
The 5 Basic Swimming Skills (and Swimly’s Twist That Makes All the Difference) Learning to Swim — Where It All […]
The Science Behind the 29-Minute Breath Hold World Record (and What It Means for Your Swimming)
The Science Behind the 29-Minute Breath Hold World Record(and What It Means for Your Swimming) Most of us struggle to […]
The Biggest Barriers for Adults Learning to Swim (And How to Overcome Them)
The Biggest Barriers for Adults Learning to Swim (And How to Overcome Them) For many adults, the idea of learning […]
Beyond the Podium: Why Athletes Need Mental Health Support as Much as Physical Training
Why Athletes Need Mental Health Support as Much as Physical Training When most people think about elite athletes, they picture […]
Breath Control and Relaxation in Swimming: Mastering the Art of Breathing for Better Technique
Breath Control and Relaxation in Swimming: Mastering the Art of Breathing for Better Technique Breath control in swimming is one […]
How Can I Improve My Stroke Distance in Swimming?
How Can I Improve My Stroke Distance in Swimming? If you’re taking a dozen strokes just to get halfway down […]
From Fear to Confidence: How Swimming Lessons Build Water Skills
Struggling in water? You’re not alone—fear of swimming is more common than most realise. Whether you’re an adult facing years […]
What Is Stroke Correction in Swimming?
(And Why Most Adults Need It) Stroke correction is about fixing how you move through the water.Not to make it […]
Private adult swimming lessons are a powerful way to enhance both physical and mental well-being. Whether you’re looking to improve […]
Private adult swimming lessons are a powerful way to enhance both physical and mental well-being. Whether you’re looking to improve […]
The Enhanced Games: Hype or Hazard?
Head Coach Jason’s Take: Why I Stand with World Aquatics — But Still See the Other Side When World Aquatics […]
2025 Australian Swimming Trials: Who to Watch at This Year’s World Championship Qualifier
Australia’s best swimmers have descended on Adelaide for the 2025 Australian World Championship Trials, held at the SA Aquatic & […]
How Hard Should We Push Our Young Swimmers? A Coach’s Perspective on Pushing Kids in Sport
By Jason Cram — Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist & Swimly Head Coach As someone who’s spent a lifetime in and […]
Why Winter Ocean Swimming Is Worth It
Winter might not seem like the ideal time to hit the beach, but for ocean swimmers, it’s one of the […]
Why Ocean Swimming in Groups Is So Much Better
Ocean swimming isn’t just a sport — it’s an experience. And like most great experiences, it’s better when shared. Whether […]
Mentoring Competitive Swimmers: Why the Best Coaches Do More Than Just Teach Technique
Competitive swimming is about more than how fast you can move through the water. At Swimly, we believe what separates […]
At Swimly, we see competitive swimming as more than just fast laps and podium finishes. It’s a powerful training ground […]
You Don’t Have to Be Swimming to Drown: The Easter Warning We Can’t Ignore
Over the Easter long weekend this year, eight people tragically lost their lives in water-related incidents across Australia. Beaches, rivers, […]
Triathlon Distances in Australia – And How to Pace Your Swim Like a Pro
Triathlon Distances in Australia – And How to Pace Your Swim Like a Pro If you’re dipping your toe into […]
For many adults, learning to swim can feel overwhelming. You might believe swimming is something you should have learned as […]
Benefits of Early Swimming Lessons
Benefits of Early Swimming Lessons Enhanced Safety Swimming lessons can significantly reduce the risk of drowning. Studies have shown that […]
Australia’s beaches are some of the most beautiful in the world, yet despite decades of water safety campaigns, drowning deaths […]
10 Essential Water Safety Tips for Parents
10 Essential Water Safety Tips for Parents Water safety is paramount for families, especially parents looking to create safe environments […]
Streamlined & Simple: Introducing Swimly’s New Booking System with Bookeo
Streamlined & Simple: Introducing Swimly’s New Booking System with Bookeo At Swimly, we’re all about making swimming lessons seamless and […]
How to Stay Safe in the Ocean This December
December in Sydney means warm weather, holiday vibes, and the irresistible call of the ocean. Whether you’re a seasoned surfer […]
The Benefits of Swimming for Mental Health and Wellbeing
Introduction While swimming is often recognized for its physical benefits, its positive impact on mental health is just as significant. […]
Inclusion in Aquatics: Swimly Welcomes Swimmers of All Backgrounds
Introduction At Swimly, we believe that swimming should be a skill and activity that everyone has access to, regardless of […]
Overcoming Aquaphobia: How Swimly Helps Adults Conquer Their Fear of Water
Introduction Aquaphobia, or an intense fear of water, is a common condition that affects many people across all ages and […]
Transform Your Swim Training with OnCore
At Swimly, we’re committed to helping swimmers achieve their peak performance, and we’re excited to introduce OnCore—an innovative tool that […]
Swimming For Weight Loss And Toning
When it comes to shedding unwanted pounds and toning your body, many people immediately turn to the gym or participate […]
Do You Stretch Before And After Swims?
Are you ready to take your swimming performance to the next level? Just like exercises for swimming strength, stretching plays […]
What Equipment Is Needed For Swimming?
Swimming is a great way to stay in shape and have fun while doing it. However, jumping in the pool […]
How We Can Help You Improve Your Swimming Technique
At Swimly, we are committed to helping you become a better swimmer by providing expert guidance, training tips, and techniques […]
Swimming: A Lifelong Activity For All Ages
Are you looking for a safe, low-impact activity to get fit and stay in shape as you age? Fortunately, all […]
Understanding Your Fear Of The Ocean
It’s perfectly normal to feel a little apprehensive about venturing into the ocean. After all, we can’t see what’s going […]
Making The Most Of Your School Swimming Carnival
Swimming carnivals can be a fun and exciting part of school life. They’re a great way to get kids moving […]
Three Most Important Things to Swim Better
Swimming is a great exercise for overall fitness and health, but it can be tough to do well if you’re […]
Head Position: Is It Really That Important
It is commonly believed that the head position is the most important factor in buoyancy and staying on top of […]
The Benefits Of Ocean Swimming
If you’re looking for a new way to challenge yourself as the weather warms and boost your fitness, ocean swimming […]
Scuba Diving – Why You Need To Try!
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, I believe that everyone can find something to love about scuba […]
If you’re new to swimming, or just looking to brush up on your skills, you might be debating whether to […]
Perfecting Your Swimming Stroke: Tips For Beginners
If you’re new to swimming, you may be wondering how to perfect your swimming stroke. After all, swimming is a […]
The Best Pools In Sydney: Your Guide To Swimming Heaven
If you’re looking for the best swimming pools in Sydney, look no further! In this blog post, we will provide […]
How Much Practice Is Required To Get Better At Swimming?
Have you ever wondered how much practice is required to get better at swimming? The answer may surprise you. While […]
When we sink in water, it is because the tension in our body prevents us from floating. This is because […]
The Importance Of Warm Up And Cool Downs With Swimming.
When it comes to swimming, there’s more to it than just jumping in the pool and starting to swim. It’s […]
It’s a fear that many of us share- the fear of not being able to swim. We’ve all seen the […]
“On the count of three, we’ll all jump into the water,” my new backpacker friend said to me as we […]
Learning To Swim As An Adult And Why It’s Worthwhile
It’s a classic Australian scene — a child building a sandcastle on the beach or splashing around an above-ground backyard […]
Fear Of Sharks?
Where does this stem from? Overcome your Fear of the Ocean NOW Love the ocean, but can’t go any deeper […]
Welcome To Swimly
Welcome To Swimly What is the difference? We are a niche Swim School who aims to do things just a […]