by Carolyn Chynoweth | Sep 12, 2023 | Education, Parenting Ideas, Swim Safety
It’s summertime and the heat is on full blast. It’s a great time to let your little ones have some fun in the sun and water. Slip and slides, water hoses, sprinklers and a pool to take a dip in can all be great options. Not everyone has the space, the budget or the... 
by Betsy Stern | Jul 7, 2020 | Swim Safety
Preventing a Tragedy: Keeping Curious Toddlers Safe this Summer Preventing a Tragedy: Keeping Curious Toddlers Safe this Summer Happy Heat Wave, y’all! We are heading into July with the sun blazing and humidity in full force, which means many... by bradcrump | May 27, 2020 | Swim Safety
COVID-19 FAQ Safe environment SwimWest continues to follow the guidelines provided by the governing state and local authorities; the experiences of swim schools in other parts of the country; and the experiences of excellent swim schools we regularly work within... 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 | 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,...