I teach swimming to older adults (and am certified by the ALS program). I have one swimmer with shoulder mobility issues and tremors. He’s been coming regularly and is making slow progress, but is very discouraged. He told me today that he forgot his gym bag and couldn’t swim and believes he did that “on purpose” because he just didn’t want to come. I assured him that he is making progress and that swimming is not easy. I really don’t want him to quit and would like some motivational advice. I have him doing breaststroke because that’s easier to do with his shoulder issue, but he’s determined to swim freestyle and is struggling with breathing.
thoughts? Thanks