Where can I find the wall poppers? They’re great!

Wes and I talked with Karissa (SwimHappy) and she took us through her swim team beginnings, the lessons that stuck, and the mindset behind the way she works with swimmers today. It’s honest, practical, and full of “oh… that’s why” moments. 🎧 New episode: Karissa, SwimHappy — out now on Navigating Neva.https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tNfQfc6aRP6yrCVRrE0LN?si=w4V-GtUvS5Kbh4zGp0rLpQ

I just added a new course to the classroom that breaks down a real lesson with a special needs swimmer—no names, no fluff, just the teaching. This video starts in quiet, chest-deep water with mom on deck and zero stimulation (no crowds, no noise). You’ll see exactly how I: - use consent-based prompting without forcing - offer a noodle as an optional “security” item (and follow the child’s choice) - coach a supported back float through co-regulation (calm voice, steady contact, rhythm) - use questions + counting to 10 to shift from fear to thinking - finish with the most important part: horizontal → vertical recovery to standing If you teach littles, fearful swimmers, or adaptive aquatics—this is one you’ll want in your toolbelt. Drop a comment when you watch: what was the most important micro-moment you noticed?

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