Evo Swim School

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Tala Vasquez, age 8, has graduated from the Seal class level. She is now considered a proficient back yard swimmer with the ability to swim three widths of our pool (30 yards total) with a strong kick and great breath control. Tala can also jump from the side, get a breath on her back, and return to the side of the pool as a safety habit. She will be moving to the Sea Lion class to receive an introduction to the freestyle stroke with an emphasis placed on “big arms”. On behalf of Tala’s instructor, Laci, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Tenley Jochen, Age 3, has graduated from the Otter class level. She can now swim independently from the wall to the instructor and roll on her back for a security breath. She will be moving to the Seal class to perfect her kicking skills and improved breath control in order to be a great backyard swimmer. On behalf of Tenley’s instructor, Emily, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Vicky Yang, Age 6, has graduated from the Sea Lion class level. She can now display the ability to swim a basic freestyle stroke (otherwise known as “big arms”) while taking a breath on her back. She is prepared for the Porpoise class where she will learn the freestyle side breathing technique and backstroke. On behalf of Vicky’s instructor, Ethan, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Vincent Viola, Age 4, has graduated from the Otter class level. He can now swim independently from the wall to the instructor and roll on his back for a security breath. He will be moving to the Seal class to perfect his kicking skills and improved breath control in order to be a great backyard swimmer. On behalf of Vincent’s instructor, Laci, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that William Pierce, Age 6, has graduated from the Sea Lion class level. He can now display the ability to swim a basic freestyle stroke (otherwise known as “big arms”) while taking a breath on his back. He is prepared for the Porpoise class where he will learn the freestyle side breathing technique and backstroke. On behalf of William’s instructor, Riley and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Marin Mayette, age 6, has graduated from the Seal class level. She is now considered a proficient back yard swimmer with the ability to swim three widths of our pool (30 yards total) with a strong kick and great breath control. Marin can also jump from the side, get a breath on her back, and return to the side of the pool as a safety habit. She will be moving to the Sea Lion class to receive an introduction to the freestyle stroke with an emphasis placed on “big arms”. On behalf of Marin’s instructor, Emily, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Madison Hartig, age 4, has graduated from the Porpoise class level. She has learned to swim a proper freestyle stroke with the side breathing technique and backstroke. She is now ready for the Dolphin class where she will learn breaststroke and butterfly. On behalf Of Madison’s instructor, Zoe, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say… CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Zane’ Potgieter, age 5, has graduated from the Seal class level. She is now considered a proficient back yard swimmer with the ability to swim three widths of our pool (30 yards total) with a strong kick and great breath control. Zane’ can also jump from the side, get a breath on her back, and return to the side of the pool as a safety habit. She will be moving to the Sea Lion class to receive an introduction to the freestyle stroke with an emphasis placed on “big arms”. On behalf of Zane’s instructor, Kasey, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

EVO Swim School is pleased to announce that Zander Potgieter, age 5, has graduated from the Seal class level. He is now considered a proficient back yard swimmer with the ability to swim three widths of our pool (30 yards total) with a strong kick and great breath control. Zander can also jump from the side, get a breath on his back, and return to the side of the pool as a safety habit. He will be moving to the Sea Lion class to receive an introduction to the freestyle stroke with an emphasis placed on “big arms”. On behalf of Zander’s instructor, Hunter, and the entire EVO Swim School staff, we say…CONGRATULATIONS!

Swimming is one of the best forms of exercise for adults. Whether you’re taking Arizona swim lessons or swimming on your own, it’s a total body workout that activates every area. However, many adults begin swimming without any technical instruction and find it difficult to make it even a few lengths across the pool. Having good technique can help develop your endurance faster and create a more enjoyable swimming workout.

Here are 3 tips to try to build your technique and endurance:

1. Swim with a friend or in a group.

Swimming in a group is often more fun and effective because it allows you to see what others are doing. When you’re around someone who’s a stronger swimmer than you are, take a moment to stop and watch what they do. Pay close attention to their body position, hip and shoulder rotation, and hand placements in the water. Then, follow their example to improve your own technique.

2. Practice good breathing in the horizontal plane.

Breathing is the key to keeping your heart rate at a steady pace and preventing you from feeling like you’re drowning. The most common mistake many adults make is lifting their head up and out of the horizontal body plane to take a breath, which causes your body to be like a snow plow in the water instead of a torpedo.

To practice good breathing, try rolling to your back instead of lifting your head when you breathe. You won’t have to rush, and you can take multiple breaths on your back without compromising the horizontal position.

If you still feel like you’re struggling to get enough air when you turn your head, try strongly exhaling when your face is in the water so all you have to do is inhale when you turn your head to breathe.

Another trick to even out your breathing is to breathe every three strokes instead of every two. A two-stroke pace tends to create a lopsided stroke and rushes your breathing, whereas a three-stroke pace creates a more balanced stroke and breathing pattern.

3. Join a team.

Joining an adult swim team at a school like EVO can provide the accountability, coaching, and camaraderie you need to take your endurance to the next level. Having instructors and other swimmers around will push you and help keep you on the right track.

Building endurance takes time and dedication, but with a consistent training plan and a support team by your side, you’ll have no problem going the distance. For more swimming tips or information on Arizona swimming lessons, contact EVO Swim School at 480-539-2660.