by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Swim Safety
Working with the Community for our Community Being an active member of the community has always been part of the SwimWest culture. Teaming up with like-minded organizations within that community makes us stronger and widens our reach. Each group we are involved with... 
by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Parenting Ideas, Swim Safety, Swim Tips
How to make your child’s first (and every) swim lesson a success . . . It’s your child’s first swim lesson. You’re excited. She’s excited! You rush out the door, then stop. Do you have everything you need? Did she finish her breakfast? Where’s your coffee? Did she go... 
by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | SwimWest updates
SwimWest is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Fritz as the new marketing assistant. Ashley’s new position will continue to keep the school connected to the online swimming community. She will also be responsible for managing varying aspects of... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Swim Safety
Two years ago, my dad scared us all with a Melanoma diagnosis. He went through treatment, and he is healthy, but it was a wake up call about the importance of doing anything and everything possible to protect my family from dangerous UV rays. According to the CDC,... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Swim Safety
MADISON (WKOW) — May is National Drowning Month and Saturday swimmers in Madison learned what to do if someone gets in trouble in the water. SwimWest hosted a free training to teach kids about safety in and around the pool. There was also a jump house, tattoos and a... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Swim Safety
Enjoying Dane County’s Outdoor Lakes The temperature has finally crept up to where an outdoor water adventure seems like a possibility. In Dane County, we are so lucky to have our pick of many fantastic lakes, rivers, and streams. But before you hit the road to the... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | uncategorized
Let’s face it: swimming is a LOT less intimidating when you’re a kid. As an adult, I’ve had to swallow my insecurities and force myself to squeeze into my swimsuit and head to the pool. This is the first year my family purchased a pool membership, which means we head... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Swim Safety, Swim Tips
Celebrating the Fourth of July is always so much fun with kids, and there are tons of options for family-friendly fun here in the Madison area. From seeing fireworks, hosting BBQs, heading out on one of our lovely local lakes, hitting the pool or just relaxing at... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Benefits of Swim Lessons, Swim Safety, Why Swim Lesssons
It’s never too late to learn to be safe around water . . . We at SwimWest don’t usually follow celebrity gossip but the recent news about 40-year-old performer, John Legend, created quite the buzz even among us. He announced via Twitter that “he couldn’t really... by bradcrump | Jul 25, 2019 | Swim Safety
We had an amazing turnout and perfect weather for our Annual Safety Day Event on May 4th! Thank you to all of our families, the community and our staff for making our 23rd annual event so successful! This year, Mrs. Caitlin helped out by showing CPR tips along with...