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Last summer, the American Academy of Pediatrics made the important decision to change the age in which they recommend swimming lessons for young children. Since drowning continues to be the leading cause of unintentional death in children from the ages of 1 to 4 throughout the United States, they updated their guidelines to recommend children Read More
According to recent statistics provided by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance, formally known as the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals, there are 10.4 million residential swimming pools throughout the United States. With pool ownership comes a very real responsibility to teach children the skills necessary to survive in the water should an emergency Read More
As we continue to experience unprecedented times throughout our nation, it’s important to remember that while a new normal has been put into place, some things don’t change. Drowning is still the leading cause of unintentional death in children aged 1 to 4, and water safety still needs to be put into practice during this Read More
The competitive sport of swimming requires dedication and consistent training no matter the level of competition. And preparing for the swim team season is an important part of an adolescent’s success as a competitive swimmer. So how can your child best prepare for their swim team season? Below are just a few things to consider Read More
At Texas Swim Academy, we’re more than just a swim school. We’re also a family, and we proudly support each other in big and small ways. Graeme McDaniel, a vibrant 2-year-old who was a Texas Swim Academy student, passed away on May 3, 2015, due to multiple heart conditions he battled since his birth. This Read More