by Betsy Stern | Nov 10, 2020 | Benefits of Swim Lessons, Swim Tips
Breath control is a critical part of swimming – knowing when and how to lift your head to take a breath is harder than you’d think – but there are some simple (and FUN) ways to help your child get comfortable breathing in the water, and improve their... 
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, 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 Betsy Stern | Mar 11, 2019 | Benefits of Swim Lessons, Swim Safety, Swim Tips, Why Swim Lesssons
As parents, we all understand the safety benefits of swim lessons. Swimming is an extracurricular activity that is fun AND life-saving. But did you know there are many benefits to swim lessons beyond the skills they are learning in the water? Self Confidence: Swim... 
by Catherine Bell | Mar 7, 2019 | Benefits of Swim Lessons, Swim Safety, Swim Tips
Overcoming a fear of water can be hard on the student Seeing a child afraid is hard on any parent. Seeing that same child suffer from a fear that could turn into a lifelong obstacle – is downright terrifying. Fear of the water, though a normal behavior in many kids,... 
by Betsy Stern | Mar 5, 2019 | Parenting Ideas, Swim Tips
Ear infections are the most common illness in children, and if you’ve been unlucky enough to have a child experience one, you know they are NO FUN. Not for your child and not for mom and dad! Many parents wonder what ear infections mean for swimming – can your child...