It’s a question many parents ask themselves once their child has shown a real interest in the water and a desire to build on basic swimming skills. With the spring/summer swim team season just around the corner, here are some things to consider before you take the plunge. Minimum skill requirement. For most swim teams, minimum  Read More

Young swimmers who continue working on their swimming technique and show enthusiasm for competing may be interested in joining a swim team. Competitive swimming is a wonderful activity for your child, but getting started might seem a little daunting. Here’s a quick guide to help get you off to a successful start. Competitive Swimming Costs All  Read More

We have talked before about the developmental benefits of swim lessons for children, including benefits like accelerated physical and cognitive development, improvement in social skills, and better confidence in and out of the water. However, additional benefits accrue beyond developmental stages and childhood, benefits that are exceptionally useful if your child enjoys the water and  Read More

Swimming is a popular way to stay fit and healthy because it’s a relatively safe and low impact compared to many other sports. However, competitive swimming can introduce new elements of risk that many parents and swimmers may not be aware of.   Competitive Swimming Risks Competitive swimming requires participants to push the limits of  Read More