When it comes to running good quality aquatics swimming programs, one thing is clear – consistency is key. It is so important for success. There are many parts of programs that will benefit from this consistency. Here, we discuss some in this article. STAFF Clients form an attachment or bond with the staff that they […]
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Top Tips on Teaching Infants to Swim
There are a number of important top tips on teaching infants to swim that parents should know and teachers should follow. We have all witnessed news headlines of young children tragically drowning, or being involved in near drowning incidents, from falling into an open water area. These kinds of accidents happen much too often and […]
Introducing Adult Swimming Lessons
Swim Schools should have an adequate ‘Learn to Swim’ program, which includes all the elements to start swimming lessons. However, it may be worthwhile to look at ways to improve and extend these programs, and to offer an ‘Introducing Adult Swimming Lessons’ option. If you own a Swim School, it may be worthwhile to start […]
The Benefits of a Deck Supervisor at Your Swim School
What’s all this talk about deck supervisors? Do we really need one? “That’s just going to cost us extra money that’s not in the budget.” This may be the typical response of a Swim School Manager when asked about employing a Pool Deck Supervisor. Here, we tell you about the benefits about having a pool […]
Safety Considerations For Swim Classes
Swim Schools should incorporate water safety education and water safety skills into their formal learn to swim programs. Parents are looking directly to Swim Schools and Swimming Teachers to help them become educated on water safety. While many Swim Schools participate in national swim safety weeks, we as an industry must commit to continue water […]