Why Summer Camps and Swim Clinics Make the Perfect Pair
Summer is almost here, finally! With school ending and activity calendars filling up fast, families face the same question each year: what should the kids do this summer? Camps are an excellent solution. They keep kids active, engaged, and learning while their regular routines take a break. At King’s Swim Academy, our approach layers in […]
Crying is Normal – We’re Here to Help!
We’ve seen it all – a child is ready to get into the pool and BAM – the crying begins. They realize that this new experience is filled with unfamiliar sensations, sounds, and people, all without mom!?! Ah! For parents, this is just as terrifying. Should I pull them out? Should I sit on the […]
Why Swimming Through All Levels Matters
At King’s Swim Academy, we believe swimming isn’t just for summer, it’s a year-round life skill that every child deserves. From babies splashing for the first time to advanced swimmers preparing for team, our mission is to guide families through every stage of the journey so children become not only safer swimmers, but confident, joyful […]
Keep Your Kiddie Pool Safe With These Tips
It’s summertime and the heat is on full blast. It’s a great time to let your little ones have some fun in the sun and water. Slip and slides, water hoses, sprinklers and a pool to take a dip in can all be great options.
When Can Babies Go In The Pool?
From the womb to a newborn’s bathtub, your baby has always been exposed to water. It’s a very natural thing, but does this mean that it’s safe for babies to go into a pool?
Swim Lessons When Your Child Is Sick: Show Up or Stay Home?
Little ones tend to pick up illnesses easily, as their immune systems haven’t fully developed yet. When your little one does get sick, deciding whether or not they should go out – especially to swim lessons – can be a bit challenging.
Hair and Skin Maintenance For Swimmers
Anyone who starts taking swim classes regularly needs also to take care of their skin and hair to protect them from the sun and pool chemicals.
Best Ways for Parents to Help With Swim Lessons
Starting your very young child in swim lessons is literally an immersive experience – you get in the water too! You won’t be in the water with them forever. In no time at all they will progress through the lessons and you’ll be close by on the sidelines, watching and cheering. Congratulations, you’re becoming a […]
How to Stay Organized as a Swim Mom
Being a swim mom can be a hectic experience, however, with a little organization and planning, you can make the experience more enjoyable and less stressful for you and your child.
How Skills from Swim Lessons Translate to Other Activities
Swim lessons are a valuable experience for children and adults of all ages. Not only do they teach the physical skill of swimming, but they also provide important life skills that can be applied to other activities.
