The Impact of Swimming on Child Development and Wellbeing

Published: Sun, 11/16/25

Hello friend, When I think back on all my years of teaching swim lessons, I’m always amazed at how much more children gain from swimming than just…

How to Help Your Child Transition from Swim Lessons to Independent Swimming—Safely

Published: Wed, 10/29/25

Hello friend, One of the proudest moments for any parent is watching their child swim on their own for the very first time. But that leap from guided…

How Emotional Intelligence Helps Kids Learn to Swim

Published: Wed, 09/24/25

Updated: Wed, 09/24/25

Hello friend, Over the years of teaching swim lessons, I’ve noticed something powerful: the way a child feels in the water can matter just as much as…

The Electric Kickboard Video Is Live - Your Kids Might Be In It!

Published: Wed, 09/03/25

Long feature (6 min), a shorter cut, and a quick vertical - plus notes on where to buy. Hello friend, I recently uploaded a review for an electric…

How to Create a Water-Safe Environment at Home Beyond the Pool

Published: Thu, 07/17/25

Hello friend, When most people think about water safety, they picture swimming pools. But, as someone who has spent years teaching children to love…

Understanding Different Learning Styles in Swim Lessons: Tailoring Your Approach

Published: Sun, 06/29/25

Hello friend, One of my favorite things about teaching swim lessons is seeing how every child learns in their own unique way. If you’ve ever wondered…

The Role of Play in Learning to Swim: Fun Games to Motivate Your Child

Published: Mon, 06/16/25

Hello friend, Summer officially starts in about week, and if you’ve ever watched a child light up during swim time, you know that play is at the heart…

Understanding and Preventing Common Swimming Injuries in Children

Published: Tue, 06/03/25

Hello friend, As we welcome June and the start of a new swim season, I want to talk about something that’s often overlooked: common swimming injuries…

How to Recognize and Respond to Different Water Emergencies

Published: Tue, 05/27/25

Hello friend, As we near the end of May and Drowning Prevention Month, I want to talk about something every parent, caregiver, and swimmer should feel…

How to Create a Safe Home Pool Environment: Tips for Parents

Published: Wed, 05/21/25

Updated: Wed, 05/21/25

Hello friend, It’s still May, and this newsletter is the third in our series for Drowning Prevention Month. I’m passionate about continuing this…