Swim Lessons
Sep 12, 2013
Group Swim Lessons Make It Easy for Nervous Beginners
Not every child is ready to hit the pool swimming on Day 1. Many new swimmers will have a difficult time dipping their feet into the water, let alone getting in. And in our world, initial tears aren't always unusual. It can be terrifying for a child to try
Jul 19, 2013
Flex Those Swimming Muscles
Does this sound familiar? It's 10 minutes before swim lessons. Your kids are dancing, singing and skipping around with excitement. swim lessons are a lot of fun, but did you know that they're actually an excellent activity for building muscle? And, unlike
Jun 26, 2013
To Excel in School, Hit the Pool!
The next time someone asks you why you take your kids to Goldfish, be prepared: your answer might be a little different. Not only are we teaching your kids lifelong swimming skills, we're also preparing them for success in the classroom. You heard right:
May 23, 2013
Racing with the Rec Swim Team
As many of you may know, Goldfish Swim School operates on a perpetual swim lessons basis. Children attend one half-hour lesson on a weekly basis and progress through the swimming curriculum at their individual pace. At Goldfish, we start lessons at what we
May 08, 2013
Can’t Swim? You’re Not Alone
If you're reading this and can't swim, you're not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 37% of adult Americans cannot swim. Worst even, this inability, which often correlates with a fear of the water, is often passed on to their
Mar 21, 2013
Bathtub Practice with Goldfish
With a week in between lessons, you might be concerned that your kids don't have enough time in the water to practice their swimming skills. But there's good news! Several of the techniques we teach at lessons can be taken home to the bathtub. We met up
