SWIMTASTIC Blog

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Vacation Water Safety Checklist: Tips for a Safer, Stress-Free Getaway
Vacations are all about relaxation, fun, and making memories with your loved ones. But when your getaway includes water—whether it’s a hotel pool, a...

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Prevent Drowning with the 5 Layers of Protection
At Swimtastic, water safety is the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re proud to officially partner with the National Drowning Prevention...

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Water Safety for Kids: How to Have a Non-Scary Conversation

Drowning is a leading cause of death among children, a fact that worries many parents. Some may feel tempted to keep their kids away from the water...

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From the Pool to the Field: How Swim Lessons Give Your Child the Edge in Fall Sports

As the summer comes to an end and the excitement of the new school year begins, many parents are gearing up for their kids to dive into fall sports....

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CAN SWIMMING LESSONS MAKE YOUR CHILD SMARTER? THE COGNITIVE BENEFITS OF SWIMMING
Learning to swim goes beyond just water safety—it can also enhance your child's cognitive development! Swim lessons offer your child a great mix of...

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OCEAN, BOATING, AND POOL SAFETY TIPS FOR A FUN AND SAFE 4TH OF JULY!
As summer heats up and the July 4th holiday approaches, it's time to dive into a world of water adventures while keeping safety at the forefront. As...

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7 Life-saving Pool Safety Rules: Your Guide to Safer Swimming!
Whether you're an experienced swimmer or just learning how to swim, knowing the ins and outs of pool safety is key for a fun and accident-free time...

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5 Tips to Help Your Child Learn to Swim Faster
Think about this…if your child swims with us once a week that is one half hour lesson a week. That would be like getting one 30-minute reading or...

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WINTER FAMILY FUN: OUTDOOR ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE!
Winter is here, and it's time to embrace the magic of the season with outdoor adventures the whole family can enjoy. From snow-covered landscapes to...

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SWIM BEYOND THE SUMMER MONTHS
When the leaves begin to change, and the air becomes crisp many people assume it’s time to pack up their swimsuits and say goodbye to the pool. We...

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Start the School Year Right: 10 Perks to Kid's Swim Lessons
Don't pack up your child's swimming gear just yet. Having fun in the water isn't just a summertime activity. There are tons of benefits to swimming...

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DIVE INTO SUMMER FUN: 8 CREATIVE WATER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
Summer break is a time when kids can indulge in outdoor adventures and creative projects. As the temperature rises, what better way to beat the heat...

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DOES YOUR CHILD KNOW THESE 12 WATER SAFETY RULES?
Water play, pool parties, and beach days are some of the many joys of summer. We all crave a refreshing dip when the weather is humid and warm, but...

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6 REASONS YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE SWIM LESSONS
It may be a tried and tested parent hack, but it certainly works: "Upset kid? Just add water!"

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ADAPTIVE AQUATICS
Everyone should learn how to swim. That goes for children AND adults that may require specialized or adapted swim instruction. Swimming doesn’t come...

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Spring Has Sprung! 18 Fun Spring Facts for Kids
Winter is over, and spring has made its way into our lives (finally!). Now that birds are chirping and flowers are blooming, it's time to get outside...

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How to Respond to a Child Who is Lying to You
The fact that kids lie probably won’t come as a shock to many parents.

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Five Great Winter Vacation Ideas
Family vacations aren’t just reserved for the summer. Winter, especially during the holidays, is a great time for a getaway too. Here are five ideas...

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How Your Children Can Help the Elderly
Caring for the elderly is important for their well-being, but children don't necessarily understand its importance unless they see the adults in...

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A Guide to Playground Safety for Kids
About 200,000 children visit the emergency room each year in the United States due to playground-related injuries, with nearly half of those injuries...

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How to Encourage Children to Love Reading
So much has been written about the benefits of reading to your child from a very young age (if you don’t already, definitely do it, it’s basically...