Why I Believe It’s Never Too Late to Fly
For many swimmers, butterfly is the stroke they assume is no longer for them. It looks too athletic. Too exhausting. Too demanding on the shoulders and back. Something for young competitive swimmers rather than those of us who simply want to keep moving well and...Mandy’s Story – One Glide
One glide changed Mandy’s relationship with movement. A few weeks ago, Martin Underwood, the pain and posture specialist I’m developing our new programme with, met Mandy during one of my teacher-training courses. Mandy and I have known each other for many years. After...
Moving from Effort to Ease. My Swimming Journey by Steven Shaw
As a young competitive swimmer, I pushed myself relentlessly until my body pushed back. Pain became my constant companion, and eventually I developed trigeminal neuralgia. The joy I had once found in the water seemed to disappear. Everything changed when I discovered...
Neurodiversity 4 Shaw
We are proud to introduce Neurodiversity4Shaw, a new charity dedicated to making the Shaw Method accessible to autistic young people. After a huge amount of work and preparation, our first research project has been approved, our instructors have completed specialist...
Moving Beyond Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain – Introductory Workshop
Join Steven Shaw and Martin Underwood for a unique introductory workshop combining the Shaw Method, Alexander Technique and contemporary understanding of persistent pain.
Shawmanism – The Secret Philisophy behind the Shaw Method of Swimming
Over the years, people have often asked me: “Steven, what exactly is the philosophy behind the Shaw Method?” After much reflection, I have finally decided to reveal the truth. The Shaw Method is not merely a swimming method. It is Shawmanism. Now before anyone reports...
Why Learning the Shaw Way to Crawl is All About Brain, Not Brawn
*By Steven Shaw, Founder of The Shaw Method* When it comes to mastering the crawl stroke in swimming, many people might assume that brute strength is the key to success. However, as the founder of The Shaw Method, I firmly believe that learning the crawl is more about...
Remembering My Father
On this day, three years ago, my dad died. I’ve been thinking a lot about him. At a time when I was struggling, he encouraged me to explore the Alexander Technique. He didn’t really know what it was, but he trusted it might help. He was right. Then he suggested...
Neurodiversity Awareness Week
Celebrate Neurodiversity Awareness Week with Art of Swimming. Discover how mindful swimming supports calm, confidence and self-regulation.
Why a Pilates Teacher Loves the Art of Swimming | Sonia Forde
Pilates and yoga teacher Sonia Forde shares how the Art of Swimming Academy helped her overcome fear, build confidence, and find ease in the water.
Delivering Light Through the Water Giving Yourself the Green Light for 2026
In this winter message, Steven Shaw reflects on light, renewal, and giving yourself the “green light” for 2026 through gentle, mindful swimming at the Art of Swimming Academy.