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Welcome to the STA podcast, discussing all things swimming, lifesaving, first aid and leisure operations. Join the STA team and a special guest each episode to dive deeper into a specific area or topic within the wonderful world of leisure.

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  • 26 episodes
  • fortnightly
  • Avg 34 min
  • English

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  • S1 · E22
    Dec 10, 2025 · 1 hr

    The Importance of Rotation in Swimming

    Joining us on the podcast is Sarah Cox from the Halliwick Association of Swimming Therapy, discussing the importance of rotation in swimming, why is it important to learn rotation early in the swimming journey and tips on how teachers can develop this within their lessons.

  • S1 · E21
    Nov 19, 2025 · 17 min

    Digital Awards

    In this episode, STA's Director of Digital Services, Brett Preston, and Lorna Crust from Aqua Kids talk about the Digital Awards system; its benefits and why more and more swim schools are joining.

  • S1 · E20
    Nov 5, 2025 · 24 min

    10 Years of Swim Star: A Journey with Aquarius Swim School

    In this special episode, we celebrate 10 years of the Swim Star Swim School programme. Zoe speaks with Lisa Bousted from Aquarius Swim School, who was among the first to join the programme. Lisa will be discussing their journey; the importance of the Swim Star status; and the impact the Swim Star programme has had on their business. Become a Swim Star Swim School today!

  • S1 · E19
    Oct 22, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min

    How to Make the Most of Your Insurance

    Speakers: Sam Green & Kayle Brightwell Insurance can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we sit down with Sam Green, Director of Swim Sure Insurance, to break down everything from swim school insurance to public liability. Learn how to understand your policy and use it effectively to protect your business.

  • S1 · E18
    Sep 24, 2025 · 54 min

    Guidance Documents Explained

    During this episode we are discussing industry best practice guidance documents, what are they, what do they mean, who do they apply to and what do we need to know. With Kayle Brightwell, Helen Done and STA technical expert Chris Bateman.

  • S1 · E17
    Sep 10, 2025 · 37 min

    Importance of regulated qualifications

    During this episode we are discussing the importance of regulated qualifications, what these means for employers, the learners and the benefits of regulation. With Kayle Brightwell, Sarah Green from Head of Workforce Education at Swim England Qualifications and special guest host Sara Byrne Technical Education Manager at CIMSPA.

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