Swimming Ideas Podcast 017: Using a quick "Bark" to Correct Unwanted Behavior

Changing your tone of voice to quickly and sharply bark at a child to correct misbehavior. Establish a positive environment where you constantly give directions and positive reinforcement. Make it clear that a "Bark" is not you being mad at the swimmer, but desiring a different outcome. Sometimes you can achieve the desired result by shaking your head in a "no" motion. Sometimes you can just, "Stop that" Or just say their name in a different tone. OR "Unacceptable." "stop now." Move on, and continue with positive reinforcement immediately after you achieve a desired result.