BACKYARDSWIMLESSONS.CA

Private Aquatic Instruction
Greater Vancouver, Canada.
#BACKYARDSWIMSPOT Creating new spaces for aquatic instruction.

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05/30/2026

Today was a tough day at the office.

A swimmer who wasn’t panicky last week, wasn’t feeling up to hard work today and decided to panic instead of finding his calm, as we usually do.

The screenshot here is an example of techniques I needed to use today, for the first time in my 35 year career.

A 5 year old becomes extremely heavy and pushes down when panicking, he forgot he was on a noodle and just grabbed my neck.

I twice to get to him off my neck as he was choking me and pushing me down.

My third and final attempt was the TUCK GRAB TOSS:

Big breath, submerge TUCK, GRAB victim’s elbows and TOSS them towards the closest edge.

Next technique was to get him back to the edge, dragged by the arm with my noodle to help me stay afloat.

WHY DID THIS HAPPEN, COACH?

Because he has been using , the bicycle kick he inherently developed is dragging him down when he’s not wearing those awful floaties. Even when he is on a noodle, after successfully accomplishing this challenge last week, kicking his legs properly,
It all went out the window.

This took less than 10 seconds.

We went to sit in the steps so that I could regulate my adrenaline and regain my breath.

He was shaken up, crying, we talked about being AND to Coach when is time to PROPERLY. He got some extra free play time where I snuck in some extra practice without him realizing it.

Why thy even sell puddle jumpers that keep kids in an upright position (feet straight to the bottom) still blows my mind.

Grateful for the extensive Lifeguard Instructor Training and hundreds of in-service hours.

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05/05/2026

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04/28/2026

Seeking legendary owners in to keep helping us “Create New Spaces For Aquatic Instruction.”

What’s in it for you?
Scroll down! 🫧

How does it work?
Easy peasy:

👊🏼 We look after all logistics, all you need to do is keep your pool clean and warm at 86° for lesson time.

Looks like:

Select from these dates
🗓️ June 27 - July 4
🗓️ August 3 - 13

👊🏼 Up to 4 time blocks max per scheduled morning.

👊🏼 Up to 3 registered swimmers per 35 minute block.

👊🏼 Strict guest code of conduct in a quiet teaching environment.

✊🏼 Guests are required to agree to the upon registration.

👊🏼 Pool owners are not required to interact with our clients in any manner.

👊🏼 3 years of and proven success at Squamish’s Garibaldi with galore!

Benefits to you:
🫧 Squamish Community Legend Status 🤩

🫧 Pool owners receive FREE SWIM LESSONS or LIFEGUARDING SERVICES up to $400 value ✨

🫧 Commercial Liability Insurance to protect your property as Additional Insured

👊🏼 Pool environment safety checks and pool owner safety clinic included 🫧

🫶🏼 Witness the immediate on YOUR very own Squamish water safety program delivery 🫶🏼 🙌🏽

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Be The Hero 👌🏼

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We are awesome to work with!

03/26/2026

Pretty rad I have 💁🏼‍♀️

The pleasure of being part of our own “catch-all for cool” isn’t describable -

it’s a you feel as soon as you push that door open.

Swing by to see me on Thursdays before we start swimming full time 🫧

1490 Kingsway
11a-6p

03/16/2026

RESIDENTIAL POOL RECRUITMENT 💥

Got a pool?
Want FREE swim lessons?

Become a host:
• 3 families per 45 min in your beautiful, safety-compliant backyard
• 4 time blocks between
9am - 12pm on your chosen days
• immediate impact on 12 families per hosting day, in your own community
• become part of the solution to the shortage of quality swim lessons - now that’s .

03/15/2026

Every time.

03/10/2026

We impact community by “creating new spaces for aquatic instruction.”

by
hosting swim lessons at your residential pool this spring and summer: hosts receive FREE swim lessons!

Commercially insured with proven success and results,
Our have transformed aquatic safety and instruction in private, quiet settings.

Visit our website for requirements - we swim in warm pools! BACKYARDSWIMLESSONS.CA

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01/10/2026

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12/15/2025

🫧 Annual Social Media Blackout 🫧 ✌🏼 🤍 ✈️ 🎄 see you next year!

12/09/2025

Here are some points that typically appear in studies or reports about the connection between swimming and literacy:

1. Improvement in Cognitive Function:

Several studies have linked physical activities like swimming to better cognitive development, which can enhance literacy. Swimming, especially in early childhood, has been shown to stimulate the brain and improve executive function—such as memory, attention, and problem-solving. These cognitive skills are essential for literacy development, as they underpin the ability to read and process language.

2. Enhanced Attention and Focus:

Swimming helps improve attention span, which is crucial for literacy activities like reading and writing. Children who swim regularly often show better focus in class, making it easier for them to absorb and retain information, including language and reading skills.

3. Stress Reduction and Emotional Regulation:

Swimming can help reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation, which, in turn, can lead to better learning outcomes. Children who swim are less likely to experience stress-related barriers to learning, which includes developing literacy skills.

4. Connection Between Physical and Academic Performance:

Studies often show a strong link between physical activity and academic performance. Swimming, being a full-body exercise, is particularly beneficial. The rhythmic movements and the coordination required in swimming have been shown to enhance brain activity, which can be reflected in better academic outcomes, including in reading and writing.

5. Motor Skills Development:

Swimming helps develop fine and gross motor skills, which are foundational for many academic skills, including handwriting and reading. As swimming requires coordinated use of the arms, legs, and core muscles, it can improve children’s overall motor skills, including hand-eye coordination, which is vital for tasks like reading and writing.

6. Cross-Lateral Movement:

Many swimming strokes involve cross-lateral movements (such as using opposite limbs together). Research indicates that such movements are beneficial for developing bilateral coordination, which helps in both literacy and numeracy. The connection between left and right hemispheres of the brain is vital for reading comprehension and fluency.

7. Positive Impact on Memory:

Swimming has been shown to enhance memory and recall abilities. Since reading comprehension is deeply tied to memory, swimming could potentially help children remember the content they read and better understand new vocabulary.

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