Safe Swimming in Hilliard, OH | Goldfish Swim School

We provide a safe and fun environment for children to learn and enjoy swimming. Whether your child is just starting their aquatic journey or perfecting their strokes, our top priority is ensuring their safety in and around the water. Teaching kids to swim is about technique and building water confidence, awareness, and respect for the water.

Why Safe Swimming Matters

Swimming is an essential life skill, and knowing how to swim can be life-saving. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is one of the leading causes of unintentional injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4. That’s why teaching kids the importance of water safety at an early age is crucial.

At Goldfish Swim School, we provide age-appropriate lessons emphasizing water safety, swimming techniques, and confidence building to ensure every child feels secure and strong in the water.

Our Commitment to Safety

1. Certified and Trained Instructors: Our swim instructors are highly trained and certified in CPR, first aid, and water safety. They are skilled at guiding children through lessons in a safe and encouraging environment.
2. Small Class Sizes: We keep our class sizes small, allowing instructors to give each child the attention they need. This ensures your child is always closely monitored and can progress at their own pace.
3. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our Hilliard facility features a heated indoor pool always maintained to the highest safety standards. The water temperature is kept comfortable, which is ideal for children, especially younger ones, to learn without the discomfort of cold water.
4. Water Safety Skills: We go beyond teaching swimming techniques by incorporating important water safety skills, such as:
   • How to float and tread water
   • How to safely enter and exit the pool
   • How to respond in an emergency, including basic rescue techniques
5. Parental Supervision: We encourage parents to participate actively in their children’s swim lessons and provide safety tips for supervising children in and around the water.

Our Swimming Levels

We offer a wide range of swimming lessons tailored to the age and skill level of your child:

• Baby and Toddler Classes: Our “Splashers” classes are for babies and toddlers as young as 4 months. These lessons focus on water comfort, helping your child become familiar with the water in a safe, controlled environment.
• Preschool and School-Age Classes: Our “Gliders” and “Swimmers” levels focus on developing water safety skills, such as floating, basic strokes, and breath control.
• Advanced Lessons: For older children and swimmers looking to refine their techniques, we offer advanced levels focusing on improving stroke technique, endurance, and speed.

Water Safety Tips for Parents

In addition to lessons, here are a few tips parents can follow to ensure water safety:

1. Always supervise your child when they are in or near water. Never leave them unattended, even for a second.
2. Use life jackets for young children or those still learning to swim, especially around lakes, rivers, or pools without lifeguards.
3. Teach children to swim as early as possible, but always match the child’s swim level to the appropriate lesson and environment.
4. Know CPR and basic first aid. It’s essential to be prepared for emergencies.
5. Set water rules with your children and enforce them—such as not running near the pool, not pushing others into the water, and always checking the water’s depth before jumping in.

Join Us for Safe Swimming in Hilliard

Goldfish Swim School in Hilliard, OH, is here to help your child grow in the water with confidence and safety. Whether you’re looking for a place to start your child’s swimming journey or to advance their skills, we’re here to ensure they have the best possible experience.

Ready to start swimming? Contact us today to learn more about our classes or schedule a tour of our Hilliard facility. We can’t wait to dive into fun and safety with your child!