10 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Swim School
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”29px|0px|54px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px|0px|27px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Making the decision to enroll your child in swim school is an exciting prospect as they continue to learn and grow! Swimming is a fun, enjoyable activity that keeps kids active and helps them develop physically. When choosing the best […]
How to Help Your Child Overcome Fear of Water
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”So, you’ve taken your child to the beach or the pool, expecting a fun day of splashing in the water. Instead, your child doesn’t want anything to do with it. They’re scared and upset—and letting you know. Aside from it just being […]
Five Reasons Your Swim Lessons Should Not End When the Swim Class is Over
Over the past 30 years, I have been teaching swimming lessons and providing drowning prevention awareness to our communities. According to the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, “Drowning is the number one cause of accidental death for children under 4 in the US today… and its 100% preventable.” The best way to overcome this epidemic – […]
Back Floats & Backstroke
The importance of a Back Float Often parents ask “Why do we spend time learning back floats?” At Njswim, our approach to swim teaching is focused on achieving positive and safe introduction into the aquatic environment. Our swimming foundation is built in three areas: breath control, buoyancy, and movement. Back floats are essential for a child to understand their […]
Humpty Dumpty sat on the wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall…
Many of you have heard the Humpty Dumpty song during your time with us at the pool. This jingle is a fun distraction for swimmers to sing while they are practicing “simulate falls” also known as “slide-ins”. It also helps overcome fear! A great way to introduce children to a new unknown skill or task is […]
Beware of Big Arms!!
The floating foundation vs. arm circles One very frequently asked question by parents is, “when is my child going to learn big arms and swim with their arms out of the water?” Please keep reading for our answer. “Learn to float,” Njswim’s philosophy and approach to swim lessons is based on building the floating foundation before introducing any […]
Say YAY for Substitutes!!!
Why substitutes are good for your swimmers progress? We love all of our teachers because each teach brings a unique perspective to the lessons. As weeks roll on, each teacher develops a special relationship with the swimmers in their classes and gets to know their swimming ability and style. There is a very special trust and bond that is developed and strengthened each week during the lessons. The pool-learning environment requires a strong sense […]
