Although there is a tactical element in long distance swimming events, developing correct technique is of central importance when coaching young swimmers but mechanistic coaching is not the only way to do this with this chapter providing an example of how to do this. Based on the belief that learning to swim and improving performance is a process of interpretation and adaptation on an individual basis the session Richard Light reflects on provides an example of how swim coaching can move beyond the limitations of direct instruction. In this chapter he reflects on his experience of teaching junior swimmers competing at national level in the UK using a Positive Pedagogy for sport coaching approach with a very technical focus on making swimmers aware of, and improving the second kick in butterfly.