Practical swimming guides for adults at every level.
Clear, practical articles on technique, breathing, training, and gear. Written by the Win and Swim team in Amsterdam for adult swimmers learning, improving, and refining their stroke.
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How to Swim Properly: A Technique Guide for Adults
“I can get to the other end, so I can swim.” I hear that…
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Cold Water Shock: How to Safely Get Into Open Water Without Panicking
“I’m a strong swimmer, the cold won’t bother me.” That’s the sentence I hear…
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Outdoor Swimming in Amsterdam: A Local Coach’s Guide to the Best Spots
You’d think a city built on water would make outdoor swimming in Amsterdam easy.…
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How to Prepare for Open Water Swimming as an Adult
“I can swim laps just fine; how hard can a lake be?” That’s the…
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Is Swimming Good for Lower Back Pain? Here’s the Real Answer
The lazy advice is “swimming is great for a bad back.” That’s too sloppy.…
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How Many Swimming Lessons Do Adults Need?
Everyone wants a number. “Just tell me how many lessons and I’ll plan my…
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Stop Sinking Legs: The Beginner Balance Fix
The swimming myth I want dead: “Your legs sink because your kick is weak.”Nope.…
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Adult Swimming Lessons in Amsterdam: The Complete 2026 Guide
Never learned to swim, or learned once and lost it? You’re in good company.…
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Swimming Equipment for Beginners: The Only List You Need
“You don’t need any gear to learn to swim. Just get in the water.”…
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Freestyle Breathing Technique Made Simple for Adults
Most adults who come to us don’t have a fitness problem. They have an…
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