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# Art of Swimming

your relationship with the water

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- [Moving from Effort to Ease. My Swimming Journey by Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/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 the Alexander Technique. It taught me that lasting change doesn’t come from forcing
- [Neurodiversity 4 Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/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 training, the young people have been recruited, and the pilot programme begins this coming weekend.
- [Moving Beyond Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain – Introductory Workshop](https://www.artofswimming.com/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.
- [Why Learning the Shaw Way to Crawl is All About Brain, Not Brawn](https://www.artofswimming.com/why-learning-the-shaw-way-to-crawl-is-all-about-brain-not-brawn/) - Martin Cox [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”18px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]*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,
- [Shawmanism - The Secret Philisophy behind the Shaw Method of Swimming](https://www.artofswimming.com/shawmanism-the-secret-philisophy-behind-the-shaw-method-of-swimming/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] 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
- [Remembering My Father](https://www.artofswimming.com/remembering-my-father/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”14px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”18px” sticky_enabled=”0″]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
- [Why Swimming Using the Shaw Method is a Great Solution for Back Pain](https://www.artofswimming.com/why-swimming-using-the-shaw-method-is-a-great-solution-for-back-pain/) - 👉 Discover how swimming can support back pain relief using the Shaw Method. Learn a calmer, more balanced approach to movement in the water.
- [Neurodiversity Awareness Week](https://www.artofswimming.com/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](https://www.artofswimming.com/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](https://www.artofswimming.com/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.
- [Without Fear, There Is No Courage: How the Shaw Method Can Transform Your Relationship With Water](https://www.artofswimming.com/without-fear-there-is-no-courage-how-the-shaw-method-can-transform-your-relationship-with-water/) - Discover how the Shaw Method transforms fear into courage in the water. A gentle, empathetic approach that builds trust, confidence, and freedom in swimming.
- [2026: The Golden Year at the Golders Green Academy](https://www.artofswimming.com/2026-the-golden-year-at-the-golders-green-academy/) - Learn why our 2026 London adult swimming lessons are now based at the Golders Green Academy. Better facilities, more teaching hours, and improved progression.
- [The Carer's Journey: Embracing the Shaw Method and Water as a Path to Self-Care and Renewal](https://www.artofswimming.com/the-carers-journey-embracing-the-shaw-method-and-water-as-a-path-to-self-care-and-renewal/) - Discover how the Shaw Method helps carers restore balance, ease tension, and find joy in the water while caring for themselves.
- [When the Body Moves, the Brain Grooves: How the Shaw Method Works](https://www.artofswimming.com/when-the-body-moves-the-brain-grooves-how-the-shaw-method-works/) - The most fascinating aspect of learning through the Shaw Method is that it isn’t only about training muscles or learning steps but re-patterning the whole self.
- [Finding Harmony in the Water: A Week with Our American Guests](https://www.artofswimming.com/finding-harmony-in-the-water-a-week-with-our-american-guests/) - Discover how a group from the US found freedom, confidence, and mindfulness through the Shaw Method—where swimming becomes harmony and joy.
- [The Six Core Benefits of Swimfulness](https://www.artofswimming.com/the-six-core-benefits-of-swimfulness/) - For me, swimming has always been more than a way to move through water it is a pathway to balance, ease, and presence.
- [Debunking Myths and Embracing Diversity at The Art of Swimming](https://www.artofswimming.com/debunking-myths-and-embracing-diversity-at-the-art-of-swimming/) - At The Art of Swimming, we are committed to challenging stereotypes and breaking down barriers that have historically prevented many from experiencing the joy
- [Egalizing: Embracing Power, Grace, and Flow in Life](https://www.artofswimming.com/egalizing-embracing-power-grace-and-flow-in-life/) - As the founder of the Shaw Method, I believe that embracing power and grace in life is much like the fluidity of water—soft, yielding, yet undeniably strong
- [How Our Device’s Technology Disconnects Us from Reality and How Water Reconnects Us to Our Humanity](https://www.artofswimming.com/how-our-devices-technology-disconnects-us-from-reality-and-how-water-reconnects-us-to-our-humanity/) - In today’s digital age, our devices—smartphones, tablets, and laptops have become integral to our daily lives. While they offer unprecedented connectivity
- [The Shaw Method: Connecting Movement, Water, and Life Through the Alexander Technique](https://www.artofswimming.com/the-shaw-method-connecting-movement-water-and-life-through-the-alexander-technique/) - In the pursuit of optimal performance, many training approaches emphasise pushing harder and going faster. The Shaw Method, inspired by the Alexander Technique
- [Meet the Jewish Horse Whisperer of Swimming](https://www.artofswimming.com/meet-the-jewish-horse-whisperer-of-swimming/) - Steven Shaw is changing lives in Golders Green by mixing his pool skills with his knowledge of the Alexander Technique. Visit any swimming pool and you’ll see
- [Flow and Grace in Water and Life: Insights from Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/flow-and-grace-in-water-and-life-insights-from-steven-shaw/) - s a swimmer and observer of movement, I have always been captivated by the rhythmic grace of the front crawl. To me, the arm movements resemble a wheel in
- [Overcoming Fear in the Water: The Shaw Method and Peter Levine’s Somatic Experience Approach](https://www.artofswimming.com/overcoming-fear-in-the-water-the-shaw-method-and-peter-levines-somatic-experience-approach/) - Many adults who struggle with swimming or have a fear of the water often carry deep-seated trauma from childhood experiences. These traumatic memories can
- [How the Shaw Method Helped My Surfing](https://www.artofswimming.com/how-the-shaw-method-helped-my-surfing/) - My name is Tomer Jamie Shaw. I’m a trained actor—and also a Shaw Method teacher. I’ve been juggling both for over a decade now. In 2014, I joined my dad, Steven
- [Finding Joy and Harmony in the Water This Summer](https://www.artofswimming.com/finding-joy-and-harmony-in-the-water-this-summer/) - There’s never been a better time to develop your swimming skills. Whether you're new to the water or looking to refine your technique, learning to swim in a fun
- [Mastering the Shaw Method: Embrace Curiosity as Your Key to Unlocking Water Mastery](https://www.artofswimming.com/mastering-the-shaw-method-embrace-curiosity-as-your-key-to-unlocking-water-mastery/) - The Shaw Method is a revolutionary approach to water learning that can fundamentally transform your relationship with the water.
- [Embracing Natural Buoyancy: The Shaw Method's Path to Balance and Ease](https://www.artofswimming.com/embracing-natural-buoyancy-the-shaw-methods-path-to-balance-and-ease/) - If you feel heavy in your body as you walk, weighed down by life’s demands, or struggle with overwhelming emotions that make you lose your centre, your buoyancy
- [Building Confidence in the Water: How the Shaw Method Transforms Limiting Beliefs into Ease](https://www.artofswimming.com/building-confidence-in-the-water-how-the-shaw-method-transforms-limiting-beliefs-into-ease/) - Learning to swim as an adult can be a daunting journey, especially for those who carry fears or limiting beliefs about their ability in the water.
- [How Hands-On Guidance Transforms Adults' Relationship with Water and Empowers Them to Swim Well](https://www.artofswimming.com/how-hands-on-guidance-transforms-adults-relationship-with-water-and-empowers-them-to-swim-well/) - When it comes to learning to swim, many adults may feel apprehensive or overwhelmed. Traditional methods often focus on verbal instructions and visual demo
- [Find Joy in the Water with the Shaw Method](https://www.artofswimming.com/find-joy-in-the-water-with-the-shaw-method/) - Swimming is more than just exercise; for many of us, it’s an escape, a therapy, and a path to self-discovery. Yet, it’s easy to get stuck in cycles of frustratio
- [Remembering My Dad: Maurice Shaw and the Birth of Slow Mo](https://www.artofswimming.com/remembering-my-dad-maurice-shaw-and-the-birth-of-slow-mo/) - As we approach the second anniversary of my father’s death, Maurice Shaw, on 17 April, I reflect on a man whose influence shaped not only my life but also the
- [Introducing the Swim Well Programme: A New Era in Swimming for All](https://www.artofswimming.com/introducing-the-swim-well-programme-a-new-era-in-swimming-for-all/) - I’m Steven Shaw, often referred to as the "Swim Doctor," and I’m thrilled to announce the launch of the Swim Well Programme in North and South London.
- [Why Learning the Shaw Way to Crawl is All About Brain, Not Braun](https://www.artofswimming.com/why-learning-the-shaw-way-to-crawl-is-all-about-brain-not-braun/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”1600″ use_custom_width=”on” custom_width_px=”1600″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]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
- [A Tribute to Maurice Shaw: Honouring the Legacy of Our Founder's Father](https://www.artofswimming.com/a-tribute-to-maurice-shaw-honouring-the-legacy-of-our-founders-father/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”1600″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” use_custom_width=”on” custom_width_px=”1600″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Today, 11th December, marks what would have been my father’s 92nd birthday. As I reflect on my life, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude for the profound impact he had on
- [Keeping on Track with the Shaw Method](https://www.artofswimming.com/keeping-on-track-with-the-shaw-method/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”1600″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” use_custom_width=”on” custom_width_px=”1600″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Hello, everyone! I’m Steven Shaw, the founder of the Shaw Method. Today, I want to share some insights on how to maintain motivation and continue reaping the health benefits of this unique approach, which
- [10 Shaw Ways to Overcome Your Anxiety of Swimming and Build Confidence in the Water](https://www.artofswimming.com/10-shaw-ways-to-overcome-your-anxiety-of-swimming-and-build-confidence-in-the-water/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”1600″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” use_custom_width=”on” custom_width_px=”1600″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Hello everyone, Steven here, founder of the Shaw Method. Today, I want to share some valuable insights and tips on overcoming anxiety in swimming and building confidence in the water. Whether you’re a
- [Why Learning the Shaw Method at AoS Academies is a Game Changer for Adults](https://www.artofswimming.com/why-learning-the-shaw-method-at-aos-academies-is-a-game-changer-for-adults/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ max_width=”1600″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” use_custom_width=”on” custom_width_px=”1600″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Hello, I’m Steven Shaw, the founder of the Shaw Method, and I’m thrilled to share how this revolutionary approach to swimming, taught exclusively at AoS Academies, can transform your relationship with the water.
- [Embracing the Shaw Method: A Mindful Approach to Swimming](https://www.artofswimming.com/embracing-the-shaw-method-a-mindful-approach-to-swimming/) - Hello, I'm Steven Shaw, the founder of the Shaw Method. Many people ask me about the differences between the Shaw Method and a competitive approach to swimming.
- [The Art of Swimming: The Heart of Connection](https://www.artofswimming.com/the-art-of-swimming-the-heart-of-connection/) - With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's the perfect time to talk about something close to our hearts - The Art of Swimming!
- [Harnessing the Warmth: Why Cold Water Swimmers Should Learn the Shaw Method in a Warm Pool](https://www.artofswimming.com/harnessing-the-warmth-why-cold-water-swimmers-should-learn-the-shaw-method-in-a-warm-pool/) - Hello fellow swimmers. As many of you know, the Shaw Method is a unique approach to swimming that integrates the principles of the Alexander Technique.
- [Move Slow but Never Stop: The Philosophy Behind the Shaw Method](https://www.artofswimming.com/move-slow-but-never-stop-the-philosophy-behind-the-shaw-method/) - Today, I want to explore a concept that has profoundly influenced my approach to teaching swimming: "Move slow but never stop"
- [Experience Swimming Like Never Before with the Shaw Method](https://www.artofswimming.com/experience-swimming-like-never-before-with-the-shaw-method/) - By Steven Shaw, Founder of the Shaw Method. As a passionate advocate for swimming and a dedicated teacher, I often reflect on what sets the Shaw Method apart.
- [We travelled 18.000 miles to become Shaw Method Instructors](https://www.artofswimming.com/globe-trotters/) - A recent Art of Swimming Level 1 course attracted pupils from across the globe. We asked why they had travelled such long distances to learn from Steven....
- [Try This #7 - centre sided swimming in front crawl](https://www.artofswimming.com/try-this-7/) - Centre side centre swimming with underwater recovery
- [Try This #6 - Enjoy the benefits of swimming on your back](https://www.artofswimming.com/try-this-6-enjoy-the-benefits-of-swimming-on-your-back/) - First, launch off on your back with your hands by your sides and then relax and lengthen the back of your neck so that the head rests gently on the water.
- [The Shaw way to fly across an African Creek aged 70](https://www.artofswimming.com/the-shaw-way-to-fly-across-an-african-creek-aged-70/) - Swimming the butterfly across an African creek wouldn’t feature highly on many ‘to do’ lists. But for Abdul Jamal, a chartered accountant from Leytonstone, East London, ‘flying’ across the Kilifi Creek in Kenya, was the perfect way to celebrate his 70th Birthday, in April this year. “Swimming has been really good for me,” he explains. “My health and wellbeing – both physical and mental – have greatly improved since taking it up eight years ago. And a lot of that is to do with the butterfly stroke. Its grace and beauty make it my favourite."
- [Try This #2 - Smart Swimming the front crawl](https://www.artofswimming.com/try-this-2-smart-swimming-the-front-crawl/) - After placing the arm in the water and extending it, release your forearm, bend your wrist and elbow gently, then apply effort.
- [Try This #3  - Smart swimming the breaststroke](https://www.artofswimming.com/try-this-3-smart-swimming-the-breaststroke/) - Experiment with softly RELEASING the feet into the frog position and turning the feet out.
- [Try This #4 -  Turn to breathe before you need to take a breath](https://www.artofswimming.com/try-this-4-turn-to-breathe-before-you-need-to-take-a-breath/) - Many novice crawl swimmers as they are uncomfortable with breathing in during the crawl swim too many strokes and as a result are desperate to breathe in by and therefore can’t help gasping. This often leads to swallowing water or getting it up the nose.
- [Try This #5 - More on front crawl and the breath](https://www.artofswimming.com/try-this-5-more-on-front-crawl-and-the-breath/) - Breathe in from the mouth never the nose so as not get chlorinated water up your nose which can be very unpleasant.
- [How the Shaw Method met Buddhism](https://www.artofswimming.com/how-the-shaw-method-met-buddhism/) - We're loving this article about 65-year-old Judith Hansell who, after a 20-year journey, was finally able to conquer her fear when she found the Shaw Method and then added a little bit of Buddhist wisdom...
- [How Terry Laughlin Influenced Me- Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/213430/) - I first became aware of Terry Laughlin's work in 1995 when I was researching for my book the Art of Swimming. I was really impressed by the clarity of his writing and simplicity of his descriptions and I felt he was a kindred spirit.
- [Teaching and the lessons it has taught me- Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/teaching-and-the-lessons-it-has-taught-me-steven-shaw/) - If at the age of 17 when I was already feeling burnt out from the hard slog of competitive swimming, you'd said to me that one-day teaching people how to swim would be at the heart of my life I would have never believed you. But life has a way of taking unexpected turns and here I am over 30 years later, having developed the Shaw Method and spending most of my time in the water - either working with others or refining my stroke, and gaining immense joy and satisfaction from both.
- [The importance of dry land work- Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/the-importance-of-dry-land-work-steven-shaw/) - Dry land work is a unique and an integral part of learning the Shaw Method. We have developed a series of movements that have designed to be practised both in and out of the pool that builds up a new understanding of how to perform the strokes in a way that promotes optimal alignment and ease of movements.
- [What I love about teaching the Shaw Method - Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/moving-beyond-your-expectations-what-i-love-about-teaching-the-shaw-method-steven-shaw/) - Teaching the Shaw Method for me is an incredibly interesting and rewarding way to earn my living. One of the things I love the most about my work is enabling people to move beyond what they ever thought possible...I often say if you teach someone to swim the front crawl they will shake you by the hand and say thank you, but if you teach someone to do a sustainable and enjoyable butterfly you have made a friend for life.
- [Why it's easy to keep up in breaststroke, but not in crawl](https://www.artofswimming.com/why-its-easy-to-keep-up-in-breaststroke-but-after-two-lengths-of-crawl-you-can-feel-totally-out-of-breath/) - This summer, while teaching swimming on a magical Greek Island, I had an extraordinary encounter with Monachus Monachus, the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal. Only a few hundred survive and most people on the island had never seen one.
- [Art of Swimming - the book](https://www.artofswimming.com/this-is-a-test-blog/) - The book is based on Steven's 35-year voyage of discovery and looks at front crawl, back stroke, breast stroke and butterfly - focusing on maximum efficiency and minimum strain
- [Unknown Benefits of Swimming - Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/213356/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text use_border_color=”off” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.10.2″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.5em”] It is widely known that swimming is great for your physical health by providing a low-impact cardio workout. Yet there are many other significant health benefits which have remained relatively unknown and unpublicised … until now. Research into these hidden
- [Never too late to crawl - Steven Shaw's 80-year-old mum on the benefits of swimming](https://www.artofswimming.com/never-too-late-to-crawl-steven-shaws-80-year-old-mum-on-the-benefits-of-swimming/) - This summer, while teaching swimming on a magical Greek Island, I had an extraordinary encounter with Monachus Monachus, the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal. Only a few hundred survive and most people on the island had never seen one.
- [The day a beautiful seal  took  over Jonathan Drake's swimming lesson](https://www.artofswimming.com/how-a-seal-took-over-jonathan-drakes-swimming-lesson/) - This summer, while teaching swimming on a magical Greek Island, I had an extraordinary encounter with Monachus Monachus, the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal. Only a few hundred survive and most people on the island had never seen one.
- [Combining the Shaw Method & Tai Chi - Liz Robin](https://www.artofswimming.com/liz-robyn-shaw-method-and-tai-chi-teacher-combines-both-techniques/) - As a tai chi teacher, I found Steven’s methodology completely intuitive – the walking practices and the calmness were very familiar but the way this translated into swimming was an absolute revelation to me. The idea that one could find that meditative calmness and enjoyment of the water, particularly if swimming long distances, was so inspiring - which was why I went on to train with Steven as a Shaw Method teacher.

## Pages

- [Discover the Art of Effortless and Joyful Swimming with the Shaw Method](https://www.artofswimming.com/) - Private adult swimming lessons in London using the Shaw Method. Learn to swim with ease, confidence and better technique through mindful, body-aware instruction
- [Backstroke](https://www.artofswimming.com/backstroke/) - The Shaw Method approach teaches a more integrated and balanced form of backstroke that reduces tension in the neck and shoulders while improving alignment
- [Flow and Freedom: Exploring the Alexander Technique and Water](https://www.artofswimming.com/flow-and-freedom-exploring-the-alexander-technique-and-water/) - Join Steven Shaw’s immersive workshop exploring water and the Alexander Technique. Deepen awareness, experience freedom & ease in movement in both pool and land
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- [Breaststroke](https://www.artofswimming.com/breaststroke/) - Learn breaststroke technique with the Shaw Method. Improve coordination, reduce strain and swim with greater ease and confidence.
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- [GetSetGo Swim Academy Golders Green](https://www.artofswimming.com/getsetgo-swim-academy-golders-green/) - Adult swimming lessons in North London with the Shaw Method. Calm, expert teaching in Golders Green. Build confidence and swim with ease.
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- [Front Crawl](https://www.artofswimming.com/front-crawl/) - Learn front crawl technique for beginners with the Shaw Method. Improve breathing, body position and efficiency with greater ease and flow.
- [Teacher Training](https://www.artofswimming.com/teacher-training/) - Train to teach swimming the Shaw Method way. Explore our immersive teacher training in London and develop confidence, awareness and skill in the water.
- [Golders Green](https://www.artofswimming.com/goldersgreen/) - Join our adult swimming lessons in Golders Green, London. Learn the Shaw Method to swim with ease, confidence, and joy in a calm, supportive environment.
- [Swim Assessments](https://www.artofswimming.com/swim-assessments/) - Book a Swim Assessment with the Art of Swimming Academy. Choose a Swim Check to get started or a Swim Review with video analysis to refine your stroke. Calm, expert guidance in London.
- [Butterfly](https://www.artofswimming.com/butterfly/) - Learn the butterfly swimming stroke with the Shaw Method ✅ Step-by-step Technique Guide: Body Position, Kick, Breathing & Timing. ► Read now!”
- [Aqua Aerobics — Women’s Only Classes](https://www.artofswimming.com/aqua-aerobics-womens-only/) - Join our Women’s Only Aqua Aerobics sessions in London. Gentle, mindful, low-impact workouts to build strength, ease tension, and boost confidence in water.
- [Front Crawl Workshop with Steven Shaw – Glebe House, Somerset](https://www.artofswimming.com/front-crawl-workshop-with-steven-shaw-glebe-house-somerset/) - Join Steven Shaw for a half-day Shaw Method front crawl workshop at Glebe House, Somerset. Refine your technique, ease, and flow in the water.
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- [Swimming Holidays](https://www.artofswimming.com/swimming-holidays/) - Discover transformative swimming holidays in London and Portugal with the Art of Swimming. Improve technique, relax, and enjoy expert Shaw Method teaching.
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- [GetSetGo! in Putney](https://www.artofswimming.com/getsetgo-in-putney/) - Discover the Shaw Method in Putney. Adult swimming lessons focused on confidence, breathing & effortless technique.
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- [Workshops](https://www.artofswimming.com/workshops/) - Shaw Method swimming workshops in London. Learn front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke or butterfly in one day with expert, mindful coaching.
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- [About Steven Shaw](https://www.artofswimming.com/about-steven-shaw/) - Meet Steven Shaw, founder of the Shaw Method. Discover how his innovative approach to adult swimming in London helps people move with ease, confidence, and joy.
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- [Back Pain](https://www.artofswimming.com/home/courses/back-pain/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2000×2500-diag-double-bg-11-1.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_center” custom_margin=”0px|||” custom_padding=”0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto||auto|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]Back Pain[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Roboto||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”18″ text_line_height=”1.4em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” max_width=”440px” max_width_tablet=”100%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”-1.9%|||||” custom_margin_tablet=”3%|||” custom_margin_phone=”7%|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||30px|” hover_enabled=”0″
- [Women’s-Only Aqua Aerobics Class at GetSetGo Swim Academy Golders Green](https://www.artofswimming.com/womens-only-aqua-aerobics-class-at-getsetgo-swim-academy-golders-green/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”29.2px|0px|0px|0px||” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Diana-poolside.jpg” alt=”Aqua with Diana” title_text=”Diana poolside” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Roboto|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#727272″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”Roboto||||||||” header_text_color=”#a0a0a0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left”
- [GetSetGo Swim Academy Golders Green Women's Only Group Classes](https://www.artofswimming.com/getsetgo-swim-academy-golders-green-womens-only-group-classes/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”29.2px|0px|0px|0px||” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1750px” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”GetSetGo Swim Academy Golders Green – Women’s Only Group Classes” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” title_text_align=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_0066-opt.jpg” alt=”GetSetGo Golders Green”
- [Home](https://www.artofswimming.com/home/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Background HOME” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ background_color=”#f7f7f7″ background_enable_image=”off” background_position=”top_left” min_height=”2222px” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/bubbles-2449751_1920-150×150.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”bottom_right” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Steven-with-student.jpg” alt=”Steven Shaw with student” title_text=”Steven with student” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” animation_style=”fade” animation_direction=”top” animation_duration=”1500ms” animation_delay=”250ms” border_radii=”on|18px|18px|18px|18px” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/What-to-expect-when-learning-the-Shaw-Method-button-3.jpg” alt=”What to Expect When Learning the Shaw Way” title_text=”What to expect when learning the
- [Colets Health & Fitness, Surrey](https://www.artofswimming.com/colets-health-fitness-surrey/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”25px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2018_07_26_Colets_Swimming-Pool_001.jpg” alt=”Colets Health & Fitness pool” title_text=”2018_07_26_Colets_Swimming Pool_001″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#0C71C3″ custom_margin=”||3px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Colets Health & Fitness[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Roboto|300|||||||” text_font_size=”18px” custom_margin=”||14px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]Colets Health & Fitness offers
- [Crawl for Life Challenge](https://www.artofswimming.com/home/crawl-for-life-challenge/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/vobster.jpg” custom_margin=”0px|0px||0px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_enable_image=”off” background_size=”custom” width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”414px||135px|||” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” positioning=”relative” position_origin_r=”bottom_left” vertical_offset=”-120px” horizontal_offset=”-72px” custom_padding=”0px||4px|||” link_option_url=”https://www.adventure-sup.co.uk/” global_colors_info=”{}”]Vobster Quay – photo credit: Adventure SUP & UK Active Outdoors Ltd[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop”
- [T&Cs - Draft](https://www.artofswimming.com/tcs-draft/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ background_color=”#8bd3c8″ admin_label=”About” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.0.101″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/2000×1000-diag-bg-1.png” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ collapsed=”off”][et_pb_row use_custom_width=”on” column_padding_mobile=”on” parallax_method_1=”off” parallax_method_2=”off” _builder_version=”3.0.101″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”25.5938px|0px|0px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ column_padding_mobile=”on” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”off”][et_pb_divider color=”#8bd3c8″ show_divider=”on” divider_weight=”5″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ hide_on_mobile=”off”][/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.101″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_font_size=”40″ text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_font_size=”40px” header_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off”]Terms and Conditions[/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#8bd3c8″ show_divider=”on” divider_weight=”5″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ hide_on_mobile=”off”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ column_padding_mobile=”on” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”off”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.100″
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## Projects

- [Rosalind Holgate Smith](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/rosalind-holgate-smith/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Rosalind Holgate Smith[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Portrait-Rosalind-scaled.jpg” alt=”Rosalind Holgate Smith” title_text=”Portrait-Rosalind” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%”
- [Noon Etienne](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/noon-etienne/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Noon Etienne[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Noon.jpg” alt=”Noon” title_text=”Noon” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”mailto:noon.swim.coach@gmail.com”
- [Kathrin Lamm](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/kathrin-lamm/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”30px|0px|0px|0px||” custom_padding_tablet=”0px|0||0|false|false” custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Kathrin-profile-picture.jpg” alt=”Kathrin Lamm profile picture” title_text=”Kathrin profile picture” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″
- [Albert Heddergott](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/albert-heddergott/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Albert Heddergott[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Albert-profile-pic.jpg” alt=”Albert Heddergott” title_text=”Albert profile pic” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%”
- [Caterina Marchetti](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/teacher-caterina/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Caterina Marchetti [/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/2017MarchettiCaterina-13.jpg” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”mailto:caterina.marchetti@hotmail.co.uk” button_text=”email Caterina”
- [Bridget Gerstner](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/bridget-gerstner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Bridget Gerstner [/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Bridget-Gerstner.jpg” title_text=”Bridget Gerstner” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] [/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”mailto:%20aquatics@antrans.one”
- [Rajesh Bhardwaj](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/rajesh-bhardwaj/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Rajesh Bhardwaj[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Rajesh-Bhardwaj.jpg” alt=”Rajesh Bhardwaj” title_text=”Rajesh Bhardwaj” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off”
- [Sheelagh Mchugh](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/sheelagh-mchugh/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”36px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Sheelagh Mchugh[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sheelagh-.jpg” alt=”Sheelagh Mchughis” title_text=”Bridget Gerstner” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off”
- [Jackie Drakes](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/jackie-drakes/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Jackie Drakes[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Jackie-Drakes.jpg” alt=”Jackie Drakes” title_text=”Jackie Drakes” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off”
- [Hollie Hazon-Dodd](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/hollie-hazon-dodd/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Hollie Hazon-Dodd[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/P8070070-scaled.jpg” alt=”Hollie Hazon-Dodd” title_text=”Bridget Gerstner” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” use_border_color=”off”
- [Coach Musa](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/coach-musa/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” text_orientation=”right” use_border_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Musa Swadiqq[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Coach-Musa-Profile-Image.jpg” alt=”Coach Musa Profile Image” title_text=”Coach Musa Profile Image” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_margin=”|-25px||||” animation_style=”slide”
- [Maria João](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/maria-joao/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-03-09-20.25.44.jpg” custom_margin=”0px|0px||0px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”414px||0px|” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||”
- [Alexandra Ares](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/alexandra-ares/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-03-09-20.25.44.jpg” custom_margin=”0px|0px||0px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”414px||0px|” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.2″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||”
- [Tomé Esperança](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/tome-esperanca/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-03-09-20.25.44.jpg” custom_margin=”0px|0px||0px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”414px||0px|” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||”
- [Inês Dias](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/ines-dias/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-03-09-20.25.44.jpg” custom_margin=”0px|0px||0px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”414px||0px|” make_fullwidth=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||”
- [Hollie Hazon-Dodd](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/hazon-dodd/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.0.1″ background_image=”https://www.artofswimming.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2018-03-09-20.25.44.jpg” custom_margin=”0px|0px||0px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px”][et_pb_row module_class=” et_pb_row_fullwidth” _builder_version=”4.5.1″ width=”89%” width_tablet=”80%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”89%” max_width_tablet=”80%” max_width_phone=”” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”414px||0px|” make_fullwidth=”on”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”3.25.4″ background_position=”center_left” custom_padding=”51.1875px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_tablet=”50px|0|50px|0″ custom_padding_phone=”” collapsed=”off”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ padding_mobile=”off” column_padding_mobile=”on” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_custom_width=”on”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.1″ text_font=”Lora||||||||” text_text_color=”#8bd3c8″ text_font_size=”40″ header_font=”Lora|700|on||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#0c71c3″ header_font_size=”40px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”
- [Richard Lobb](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/richard-lobb/) - info coming soon
- [Gavin Langford](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/gavin-langford/) - Ever since childhood I have found freedom and adventure in the water. I played for hours with my siblings and friends as a boy, then raced as a teenager and swam (irregularly) for fitness as an adult. When I discovered the Shaw Method I found yet another dimension to swimming. It’s hard to put into words but it’s a domain of dynamism, economy, fluidity and relaxation.
- [indie](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/indie/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Image” src=”http://www.shawswim.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Indie.png” show_in_lightbox=”off” url=”http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/features/the-art-of-swimming-the-way-many-people-swim-might-be-doing-them-more-harm-than-good-says-a-man-10274711.html” url_new_window=”on” use_overlay=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”on” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [forbes](https://www.artofswimming.com/project/forbes/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Image” src=”http://www.shawswim.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/forbeslogo.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url=”https://www.forbes.com/forbes/2009/0907/life-steven-shaw-swim-different-strokes.html” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”off” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

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