During this episode we are discussing the importance of regulated qualifications, what these means for employers, the learners and the benefits of regulation. With Kayle Brightwell, Sarah Green from Head of Workforce Education at Swim England Qualifications and special guest host Sara Byrne Technical Education Manager at CIMSPA.

Join Kayle Brightwell and Chris Rees from World of Swimming as they dive into the ins and outs of running a successful swim school. From recruiting and developing swim teachers to managing day-to-day operations, this episode covers everything you need to know to take your swim school to the next level.

The podcast is about open water swimming, what there is to love about open water, how we can enjoy it safely and what you need to get started.

Ali Beckman and STA's Jodie Davis discuss the position of trust and how we safeguard ourselves as aquatic professionals. 

What does it mean to be part of a professional swimming community? Mark McNichol, STA’s Member of the Year, dives into the benefits of membership, how it supports professional growth, and why every swimming teacher should consider joining.

The family behind WellyWeight share how a playful idea from their daughter turned a homemade dive toy into a glowing hit with kids, parents, and swimming teachers alike.

Rhiannon Kocmar from SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia discusses learning to swim in Australia, the challenges, the initiatives and programmes offered.

Stuart Hacker from the Swim Cube discusses the benefits of video stroke analysis - how it works, who it’s for, how it can help you improve, and why you might want to give it a try.

Leon Fryer is one of the founding coaches of Swimyourswim, member of the International Ice Swimming Association and specialist cold water / ice swimming coach.

Today we are discussing all things cold water / ice swimming, how to start, what we need to be aware of, ice swimming as a sport and Leon will be sharing his top 5 tips.