by Betsy Stern | Nov 10, 2020 | Holidays, Parenting Ideas, The SwimWest Culture, Why Swim Lesssons
Halloween is behind us and Thanksgiving will be here before we know it…which means, we are inching that much closer to the Holiday Season. We all know it’s been an enormously tough year for our local businesses, and what better way to make sure they stick... 
by Betsy Stern | Oct 8, 2020 | uncategorized
When my son first started lessons (Parent-Tot!), he did SO well. We sang songs, swished around the pool and blew some bubbles. Ahh, it was simple. Fast forward a class or two and things were…not so simple. He cried. And cried. and CRIED. Those first few months... 
by Betsy Stern | Oct 7, 2020 | uncategorized
While the summer may be nearing its end, babies are born year round – meaning water safety doesn’t stop when the public pools close. We’ve put together a list of both safety tips AND tips for making your infant’s time in the water FUN! Watch the Play Toys:... 
by Betsy Stern | Sep 1, 2020 | uncategorized
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a perfect time to bring attention and awareness to the devastation of childhood cancer. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is acknowledged by cancer organizations around the world with the hopes of raising... 
by Betsy Stern | Sep 1, 2020 | uncategorized
If you’re a regular SwimWest family at our Deming location, chances are high you’ve seen Alyssa. She is an all star Swim Instructor, Customer Service Rep (helping with questions, phone calls, scheduling and more!) and a Counselor for Swim&Gym Camp. We... 
by Betsy Stern | Aug 18, 2020 | uncategorized
While this school year will certainly look (ahem) different for many families, the end of summer is in sight, and it’s time to begin planning out what the school year calendar will look like in the midst of COVID. In a normal year, parents may be willing to pack their...