Neurodiversity – How to teach, not what to teach

Webinar – Neurodiversity – Laurie Lawrence and Wendy Beutel

Neurodiversity – How to teach, not what to teach

Every swimmer learns differently, and for neurodiverse students, success comes from how we teach, not just what we teach.
What You’ll Learn:
  • Valuing Differences: Celebrate natural variations in the brain and see every swimmer as capable and unique.
  • Fostering Inclusion: Practical strategies to make every participant feel welcomed, from communication tips to sensory-aware pool setups.
  • Building Strengths: Identify and develop each swimmer’s abilities to empower confidence and success in the water.
Watch Wendy and Laurie present this inspiring, practical webinar designed Swim Teachers, Coordinators, and anyone passionate about inclusive aquatic education.
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Laurie Lawrence

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With over 50 years in swimming, Laurie’s learn-to-swim philosophies combine proven techniques and coaching achievements, including guiding Olympic gold medallists. His greatest legacy, however, is saving the lives of Australia’s youngest swimmers through the Kids Alive – Do the Five program and his passion for infant swimming. Laurie has also created World Wide Swim School to share his knowledge and insights with swim teachers and schools around the world.

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Wendy Beutel

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With 29 years in the aquatic industry, Wendy Beutel created the Adapted Aquatic Program at Laurie Lawrence Swim School to support swimmers with physical, cognitive, and sensory challenges. As Program Coordinator, she leads a team dedicated to helping every swimmer become safe and confident in the water. As the Adapted Aquatics Content Writer for the World Wide Swim School platform, Wendy shares innovative teaching strategies. Her mission is simple: everyone can be a strong, safe swimmer in their own way. Known for her infectious energy and compassion, she is a passionate advocate and sought- after presenter on inclusive aquatic education for both neurodiverse and neurotypical swimmers.

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Media Contact:
Luke Daly,
CEO

Australian Swim Schools Association


+61 414 086 858

luke@austrlalianswimschools.org.au

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