Texas Swim Academy
Shallow Water Blackout Suspected to Be Leading Cause of Swimming Related Deaths
Health and Wellness, Pool Safety, Texas Swim Academy
As a swim academy, we put a high priority on drowning prevention through swimming and life-saving skills. But unfortunately, being a strong swimmer is not always enough. Few are aware of the drowning risk from Shallow Water Blackout (SWB), but it typically affects strong swimmers and the physically fit. Because Shallow Water Blackout occurs with no warning, the result is almost always fatal when the victim is in the water. So what is SWB?
Did you know that the longest alligator on record in Texas measured 14 feet and 3 inches? We do, because it was caught by Texas Swim Academy’s very own Braxton Bielski!
National Drowning Prevention Awareness Month: 6 Water Safety Tips to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
Health and Wellness, Pool Safety, Texas Swim Academy
May is National Drowning Prevention Month and we’d like to honor it by reminding you of some basic water safety rules that you can put into practice to protect your family in the water.
Survival Swim Swimmer Saves Himself
Pool Safety, Survival Swim, Texas Swim Academy, Texas Swim Academy Programs
As infant aquatic instructors and water safety advocates, we’re always trying to drive home the importance of life saving skills for small children. Unfortunately, this sometimes means sharing some horror stories. This time, we’d like to share a success story.
Swimming Lessons for Children with Autism
Special Needs, Texas Swim Academy, Texas Swim Academy Programs
Since April is Autism Awareness month, we’d like to share some information about our special swimming program for children with autism. This program teaches lifes-saving skills to autistic children of all ages and helps them to embrace their natural affinity with water in a safe and beneficial way. Many students choose to take the instruction further, with stroke development and competitive swim.