Category Archives: Swim Lessons & Programs

The Pros & Cons of Starting Your Child Swimming Early, Part I

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Tina Ramser

Every parent wants their children to be safe and unafraid of the water. I see wonderful, proactive parents attempting to start swimming lessons very early for their toddlers, and even infants, on a daily basis. It’s not the intentions that … Continue reading →

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The Great Swim Debate: Private or Group Lessons?

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Katrina

I originally wrote this post about three years ago. But it is time to revisit the subject. The debate between signing your child up for group swim lessons or private one-on-one lessons is an important one to ponder. It’s especially … Continue reading →

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Precursor to Learning How to Swim, Part 3: The “Personal Sense of Readiness” Aspect

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Katrina

This is a part of a four-part series on precursors in learning how to swim. We are attempting to figure out the most common parental question, when will my child learn to swim, by discussing four vital aspects that play … Continue reading →

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Precursor to Learning How to Swim, Part 1: The Buoyancy Aspect

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Katrina

The most common question a parent could ever ask a swim teacher is, when will my child learn to swim? It’s a harmless and rightfully direct inquiry. Yet believe it or not, seasoned instructors know this is one of the … Continue reading →

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More News About Adopting Swimming as School Curriculmn

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Katrina

South Carolina could become the first state in the nation to require swim classes for public schoolchildren. A bill introduced last month by Rep. Wendell Gilliard (D-Charleston) calls for any state-funded school within 10 miles of a public pool to … Continue reading →

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Great Tips on Teaching the Butterfly to Children

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Katrina

The butterfly is a fun yet complicated stroke to teach. The idea of teaching it can intimidate a lot of instructors because it requires mastering a particular rhythm, a difficult kick and a lot of upper body strength. But I … Continue reading →

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10 Tips for Your Fearful Swimmer!

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Katrina

I’m currently working on an e-book (electronic book) about teaching parents how to help their child overcome water fears. As a successful swim instructor, I’m really thinking outside of the box here as my aim is to not do what … Continue reading →

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What is Infant Aquatic Survival Techniques and Does My Baby Need This?

Posted on October 12, 2010 by Katrina

I teach infant swim classes that focus on exploration skills using a comfort-based approach. But in no way am I certified as some kind of drowning prevention specialist. The methods used in this kind of instruction were referred in a … Continue reading →

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Round-up of Swim Sites You’re Really Gonna Love!

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Katrina

I’ve been a busy tweeter on Twitter lately and have made several new friends and followers. When you give time to expand your social network like this, you come across all kinds of organizations, businesses and individuals working for the … Continue reading →

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Squidkid Answers Your Questions: How Can a 10-Year Old Improve His Speed?

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Katrina

Squidkid reader Annie. D writes: I have a ten year old grandson who is in a swimming program. He started last May and is now doing daily lessons with a swimming coach. Are there exercises he must do to improve … Continue reading →

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