Benefits of swimming for kids, baby swimming, childhood health, and family swim tips.
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Swimming is among the healthiest activities for everyone. It’s also an important life skill to develop to keep you safe around water. If your children are ready to learn to swim, but you don’t want th…
Add some flare to your swimming workouts and make swimming fun again!
Which is the safest car seat for my child? The truth is that the best and safest seat is one that is appropriate for your child’s height and weight, fits your vehicle correctly, is installed properly,…
Are swimming lessons tax deductible? Not yet, but hopefully soon!
Swimming is a sport kids can get into at a young age. It helps with mental and social development. Swimming is therapeutic and builds a sense of self and confidence. Swimming teaches children persiste…
Choosing the best childcare provider when it’s time to transition back to work is a big decision. Picking a suitable daycare centre can be an emotional and challenging experience for many families. It…
It’s time to swim with your baby for the first time!
Playing in the water is plenty of fun! However, outside of bathtime, some kids are not a fan.
For our friends north of the equator, it’s still winter! Snow is still on the ground and the holidays are over. The kids are getting restless and what will you do to keep them active and occupied!? Lo…
Swimming is an important skill that all children should learn. We have all seen videos of newborn babies swimming underwater. So when should you take your baby to the pool and when is it safe to dunk …
Keep your child on track with this easy-to-use calendar! This is one both of you can use together. You can keep track of your child’s extracurricular activities (like swim lessons) and they will learn…
A favourite toy can make bathtime or pool time even more special! Classic rubber ducks and floaties are usually the most popular. The best way to stop mould or mildew from forming on your child’s toy …
When the weather is hot and the sun is out, it's important to keep your little one hydrated and protected from the sun. The best way to do that is to choose the right sunscreen for them. Parents shou…
Knowing how you learn will help you find the best way to learn a new skill. There are common learning styles: visual, auditory, kinesthetic and reading/writing.
One of America’s health epidemics is childhood obesity. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has found the rate of obesity has quadrupled in adolescents and doubled in children in the last 30 years. C…
When the leaves start falling off the trees and school begins, it means autumn has arrived! Don’t let the weather cooling down and the shorter days stop you from hopping in the pool a few more times. …
Summer is here! This means it’s time for some swimming lessons. There are so many swim schools to choose from that it’s easy to get overwhelmed. It’s important to choose a swim school or swim program …
Going to great lengths to keep your children safe in the water is one of your responsibilities as a parent or caregiver. Do you have the skills to do this though? Swimming at home or on a trip to the …
Learning to swim early in life has its benefits. Here are a few of the reasons to give your little one a head start on swimming like a fish!
When it’s time for your little one to hop in the pool for swim lessons, you want them to get the most out of their experience. Lessons taught in your home pool can help with this. A familiar environme…