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Do Babies Naturally Know How to Swim?

Summer is fast approaching. Families eagerly plan vacations and activities that revolve around sunshine, laughter, and, most often, water adventures. From poolside playdates to beach trips, swimming has become a...

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Floating for Kids: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents

Many swim lesson curriculums teach beginners the basics of swimming before moving on to more advanced skills. These fundamentals include floating! When your budding swimmer knows how to float in...

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At What Age Can a Child Swim Independently?

Learning to swim is a fun, confidence-building experience and a crucial life skill! However, determining when your child can swim independently can be challenging. In this guide, we’ll explore what...

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How to Prepare for Your Child’s First Swim Lesson

You’ve enrolled your child in the best swim class, and the countdown to their first lesson has begun. As this exciting milestone approaches, you want to ensure everything goes smoothly...

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Can My Child Go Swimming Every Day?

Swimming is not only a fun activity but also a great way to keep your child healthy and active. It’s an exercise that can be easily incorporated into their weekly...

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How to Do the Butterfly Stroke for Beginners

The butterfly stroke is a swimming technique that showcases gracefulness and power. It requires strength, coordination, and proper form, making it one of the most challenging strokes as it utilizes...

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Splashing through the Snow: Benefits of Winter Swimming for Kids

Temperatures are dropping, and commonly, so do swimming lesson registrations, with the belief that cold weather makes swimming less enjoyable or beneficial for kids. Did you know that by continuing...

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7 Backstroke Drills for Young Swimmers

Swimming is not only a fun and rigorous sport, but also a valuable life skill for people of all ages. Children as young as six months old can learn the...

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A Parent’s Guide to Helping Kids Reach Their Swimming Goals

Does your child love spending time in the water? Are they interested in taking their swimming to the next level? Helping your child set and achieve swimming goals can be...

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7 Essential Water Safety Tips for Infants

Did you know that infants can learn how to swim as early as six months old? This early exposure to water highlights the importance of infant water safety training to...

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How to Use Swim Diapers?

Parents eagerly anticipate introducing their little ones to the wonders of water, from gentle waves at the beach to the refreshing splash of a pool on a hot summer day....

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How Kids Can Master the Sidestroke

If you’re thinking of a fun and educational activity for your kids, look no further than swimming. More than just splashing around and having fun in the pool, there are...

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