Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Be a Swim Coach for Kids Online!



Do you have passion in teaching children how to swim? If your answer is yes, then this link
Free online swimming lessons for babies, infants, children, learn to swim | Home 
will help you in getting the right skill to be a swim coach for children.

(photo source: uswim.com)

This link offers a step-by-step process in teaching children the right skill and the right pacing of  a swimming lesson. Each is presented in a comprehensive manner. It has also manuals as guide, as well as sample of certificates for every level. Tips are also discussed in the site. This is very ideal for aspiring swimming coaches or for parents who wanted to teach their children by themselves. Try to visit the instructional videos and see how it will be of help in learning different strokes. By watching, you  can possibly  learn by yourself too. If your time cannot afford to enroll in a swimming school like   http://freelanceaquaticssolution.blogspot.com/ , then, this is a good option.



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For my swimming program please follow the link:

http://swimbuddy.blogspot.com/2011/04/summer-learn-to-swim-program.html

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

My Pool Listing


Over the years of coaching, I realized that I have explored 27 swimming pools to date and still counting. This is part of what I call “pool hopping activity” . Some of them was captured by my phone. I would like to share the beauty of those pool which could be a motivation for you to love swimming at least for recreation.  I believe that no matter how busy we are, we really need to find time to engage in fitness activities. I hope that the pictures below will encourage you engage in swimming activities.

(photo source: littlepoets.wordpress.com)
My Pool Listings
  1. Philippine Air Force Pool (Pasay)
  2. Philippine Army Swimming Pool (Taguig)
  3. Philippine Navy-Marines Pool (Taguig)
  4. Pasay City Sports Complex
  5. Makati Sports Club Swim Pool
  6. SeaBreeze Resort
  7. Hampton Tower Two Pool
  8. Serendra One
  9. Fifth Avenue Place Pool
  10. Caliraya Recreation Center Pool
  11. Asian Mansion
  12. Ace Water Spa
  13. Makati Palace Hotel
  14. La Mesa Eco Park Pool
  15. Pearl Hotel Manila
  16. Rizal Sports Complex Pool
  17. Makati Aquatics Sports Arena
  18. Hotel Ivory and Convention Center
  19. Balai Isabel, Batangas
  20. Century Park Hotel Pool
  21. Cityland Condominium Pool
  22. YMCA Pool Manila
  23. Robinsons Tower Malate
  24. Makati Executive Tower Pool
  25. Palm Garden Mandaluyong
  26. Bee Farm Pool Bohol   
  27. Sibul Resort 
  28. Villa Amanda Resort 
  29. Pacific Residences Club House Pool
  30. Pope Pius Swimming Pool 
  31. Navy-Marines Pool (Manila)
  32. Jacinto Ciria Cruz Swimming Pool
  33. Legend Villas Pool
  34. White Corals Beach Reasort
  35. Sofitel Manila Swimming Pool
  36. Mt. Tarak Resort
 




































Swimming Pool Selection Series- Philippine Army Swimming Pool



(photo source: foursquare.com)
When it comes to pool maintenance, nothing compares to Philippine Army Wellness Center Swimming Pool. This pool is the most accessible pool and is the only Olympic size pool in Taguig City, measuring about 50 by 25 meters and has a deep of 4 to 6 feet. It is strategically located in Lawton Avenue corner Bayani Road, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. This pool is the venue for most swimming league. It is also used for trainings of underwater hockey and synchronize swimming. The amenities nearby are the Army grandstand and Philippine Army Gym that houses different sports facilities such as tennis court, basketball court, volleyball court, boxing ring and badminton court. Army gym also has a wellness spa and a mini canteen.
(Welcome message/reminder from the pool management)
 There are cottages outside the pool area for recreation swimming and there is also a mini park for children. Parking is also wide to those who own a car. Just recently, the pool was renovated for a better service. It has both an indoor and outdoor shower. It is open on Tuesday to Sunday between 8:00am to 6:00pm. It is close for night swimming.
(photo source: army.mil.ph)

To reach the place you need to take a jeepney ride going to gate 3.The ride will take you only 15 minutes to arrive. You will pass through American Cemetery and Mckinley Hill via Lawton Avenue. The place is generally known as "Army Gym". It is important to bring a valid identification card since you are entering a military facility. Proper swimming attire is also properly observed. This is the best pool for those who wants to take a relaxing lap after a stressful workload. See, visit the pool and start your swimming program for fitness. Start it right and surely, you will love swimming.
(shower area)


Pool General Information

(Source: http://www.isport.com/3799289)

Facility Type: Military

Facility Accessibility: Public

Pool Details

Amenities: Lifeguard On Duty, Showers, Snack Bar

Activities Offered: Lap Swimming, Water Excercise, Open Swim (Recreational Swimming)

Equipment: Diving Blocks, Lane Lines

Teams/Clubs: Water Polo

Classes: First Aid/CPR Classes, Lifeguard Training Classes

Admission/Rates: Php 100 per head (Php 125 for night swimming)

Php 50.00 for Army Dependents (Php 75 for night swimming)

Other Amenities: Kiosks and mini park, Spa and Sports Center.

Other Activities: Underwater Hockey
(rates and schedule)

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Monday, May 14, 2012

Swimming Pool Selection Series- Navy/Marines Pool

If you are a swimming enthusiast who is looking for deep pool, then, Navy/Marines Pool is the right choice. It is located inside the Marine Camp at Naval Station Jose Francisco (NSJF), Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. Navy/Marines Pool is the deepest outdoor pool in Taguig City or maybe even in Metro Manila. Its lap pool is 4 feet to 10 feet deep, and the length and width is 25 by 15 meters. It is a venue for scuba diving courses, training and summer swimming clinic. This pool is my partner in teaching survival swimming programs. It has a round-shaped kiddie pool with a deep of 3 feet and with a diameter of 4 meters. Safety is not a problem because there are buoys near the pool stairs and lifeguards are within the vicinity. To reach the place, you need two tricycle or jeepney rides. From MRT Magallanes station to 7Eleven Gate 3, and another ride from 7Eleven Gate 3 to the Pool passing the main gate of the camp. It is less than 20 minutes drive from Market Market. Since it is a military camp, proper attire is strictly observed, open footwear such as slippers and sandals are not allowed as well as shorts and sleeveless. The guard also asked for identifications when entering the camp.

Pool Entrance
The place is very quiet and tranquil. There are also free parking areas just in front of the pool. Other establishments nearby are mini grocery store, clubhouse, lawn tennis court and a boxing ring. Pool is also used for different functions such as pool party, birthday and debut. It is not open for night swimming. It is open only by day from Tuesday to Sunday at 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The entrance fee is 75 pesos per person. Cottages are not available but there is a waiting area that serves as the venue for functions. Navy/Marines pool is another pool of my choice in my listing. Hope you can visit this pool in your next pool hopping activity.


Lap Pool

Kiddie Pool

The Lap Pool's Deepest Part

Kiddie Pool in Closer View


ADDITIONAL INFO
(Source: http://www.isport.com/3799289)


Pool General Information

Facility Type: Military

Facility Accessibility: Private

Pool Details

Amenities: Lifeguard On Duty, Snack Bar

Activities Offered: Lap Swimming, Water Excercise

Equipment: Lane Lines

Classes: SCUBA Classes

Admission/Rates: Php 75.OO per head (Civilian)

Free for Navy/Marine dependents

Other Amenities: Snack Bar and Restaurant

About

The Marine Pool is open for civilians. Proper swimming attire is strictly observed by the pool management.

Location 

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