Parent Education Resources
All parents want what's best for their children. So too, do the coaches. Below are some articles, published by The American Swimming Coaches Association, that are intended to help parents understand how best to support their child, their child's coaches, and their child's team, as they navigate their swimming experience. All are HIGHLY recommended for Tidalwaves' parents!
The Roles of the Parent and the Coach
- Seven Habits of Saintly Swim Parents
- Working WITH the Coach
- What Makes a Nightmare Sports Parent -- And What Makes a Great One
- 13 Steps to Being a Winning Parent, Part 1
- 13 Steps to Being a Winning Parent, Part 2
- My Son's Favorite Sport is Soccer. Isn't It?
Understanding the Development of a Swimmer
- Watching Your Child at Swim Lessons or Swim Practice
- Speaking Up to Grow Up
- The Nature of Stroke Work
- The Awesome 8 Year Old
- Where Should Fast Age Group Swimmers Train?
- Thoughts on Age Group Development
- Swim Parents Can Learn About the Developmental Process In Sports...And Respect It
- The Stroke Guru
- Kids and Sport
Understanding Swimming Technicalities
Why Swimming Is the Best Activity for Your Kids!
