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10/02/2023
Today is Child Health Day, so we are celebrating by sharing a few of the many health benefits of swimming! 💙
Benefits of Swim Lessons for Kids | Big Blue Swim School Learning to swim can open a world of opportunity for your little one. Things learned during swim lessons can benefit your child for the rest of their life! These lessons can also be lifesaving, as kids who take formal swim lessons have an 88% less chance of drowning. [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov...
09/29/2023
How familiar are you with the four main swim strokes? Today on our blog, we're breaking them down and talking about why each one is important for our swimmers to learn! 💙
The Primary Swim Strokes Learning to swim is important, so let's talk through each swim stroke and why they’re all useful to learn!
The level of enjoyment we want every swimmer to feel during lessons 😝💙
09/20/2023
"Vivian Levy started swimming when was 6. She's still doing it almost 100 years later." We can't 💙 this enough!
104-year-old who swims 45 minutes every day shares simple tips for long life Vivian Levy started swimming when was 6. She's still doing it almost 100 years later.
09/06/2023
Sometimes you just need a minute to relax after a lesson and that's okay! 💙
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🏊♂️💦 Between all of our locations, we've reached an incredible milestone of providing 3.2 million swim lessons to families all over the country 🎉🏆 Thank you to all the amazing families and dedicated team members who have made this achievement possible! Here's to many more lessons to come 💙
08/17/2023
All smiles after a great swim lesson 💙
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08/16/2023
Today is National Tell a Joke Day! Try them out with your swimmers at home, and let us know if you get a laugh or if they think they're too corny! 😂🏊
Family that swims together stays together💙 🌊
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08/03/2023
Who says you can't combine some fun into your learning?? 💙
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08/01/2023
It's National Girlfriends Day, which is a day for celebrating our favorite girl friendships! Here’s to all the besties who swim together! 💙
Shout out to the swim dads! We see you! 📸:
07/25/2023
Today is Drowning Prevention Day, so here are some important tips to remember that will help to keep everyone safe around water! 💙
07/21/2023
Personally, we're huge fans of ! 💙 Thank you to dad Jonathon Briggs who shared this inspiring story on City Dads Group !
Swim Lessons Teach Daughter, Dad to Navigate 'Big Blue World' A young Black girl with autism improves her odds with swim lessons while her dad embraces a new chapter in his parenting story.
🏊♀️ Testimonial Thursday is here, and we're thrilled to share the love from another Big Blue Swim School family! 💙🌊
🚨Adorable swimmer alert! 💙 🚨
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07/14/2023
Who has plans to visit a beach this summer?? 🙋 Our founder, Chris, has some great safety tips on being around the ocean with young swimmers! 💙
Beach safety tips: What to do in a rip current and how to stay safe near the water As millions of people head to beaches this summer, water safety experts shared tips and advice for staying safe and got some tips on what to do if caught in
Dive into growth and excitement at Big Blue! 🏊♂️🎉
What's not to be happy about when you're coming to the pool?? 💙
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07/11/2023
Today is National Swimming Pool Day! Drop a picture of your swimmers practicing their skills in their favorite swimming pool below! 👇
Pack a swim bag with ! Personally, we think the last things on the list are the most important 😉 💙
Success stories like this one make waves into our hearts! 💙
06/27/2023
Read below for some helpful tips if you have a pool at home or plan on visiting friends or family who have one this summer! 👇
A Swimming Pool Safety Guide for Your Home - Today's Homeowner When school lets out and summer break begins, warm weather and sunny days attract children and adults of all ages to the swimming pool. While pools
Thank you for trusting us with such an important part of your child's development! 💙
06/21/2023
Happy first official day of summer! 🎉🍦 Let the sun-kissed days, ice cream breaks, and endless smiles begin! It's going to be an incredible summer at Big Big Swim School! 🌞🍦🏖️
06/14/2023
We know that summer schedules can be busy, but lessons can be very worth it if you have the time! 🏊
https://bigblueswimschool.com/blog/the-importance-of-swim-lessons-in-summer/
The Importance of Swim Lessons in Summer Summer is a time for fun in the sun, and for many families, that means spending time in the water. One of the best ways to do that is by taking swimming lessons. Here are just a few reasons why we believe swim lessons are so important for children to continue in the summer months.
A dose of 💯positivity! Our program is like a ✨magic wand, transforming lives and turning dreams into reality! 💪🎉
☀️ Summer is here, and so is our commitment to safety! 🏊♀️ Choose swimming locations that are supervised by lifeguards and marked as safe for swimming. Avoid swimming in unfamiliar or unmonitored bodies of water to minimize risks. Stay tuned for more inspiring skills to ensure a summer filled with safe swimming adventures.
🗣️ Hear what our parents have to say about their 🚀journey with us. Get ready for some serious 🤩inspiration!"
05/31/2023
Thank you for the feature, Tinybeans Kids ! 💙
https://tinybeans.com/life-skills-for-kids-at-every-age/
18 Basic Life Skills Kids Should Know by Different Ages We asked K-12 educators and child development experts to weigh in.
POV: Your local outdoor pool just opened for the season but you want to keep up with your skills all year! 📸
05/25/2023
We are closed on Monday, May 29th! If your child's swim lessons are on Mondays, your May bill has already been prorated to reflect this closure. If you are unable to attend a lesson this weekend on Saturday and Sunday, make sure to put in your plan misses ahead of time. This will allow you to schedule your make-up lessons for next week.
Be safe, and have a great weekend!
05/24/2023
🏊♀️ Tip #4 for water safety: enroll your kids in swim lessons! Swimming is not only a fun activity, but it can also be a lifesaving skill.
At Big Blue, our qualified swim instructors teach kids how to feel confident and safe in the water. Schedule a free trial and learn more about our flexible weekly programs that work around your family's busy schedule! 💦
05/22/2023
We had so much fun last weekend at our Big Blue Family Fun Day to celebrate the grand opening of Big Blue Allen! Enjoy these photos and videos from the event this past weekend. Thank you to the Allen community for welcoming Big Blue Swim School as your child's newest swim home!
🚣♀️ Tip #3 for staying safe around water: always wear a proper fitting life jacket! Whether you're on a boat, dock, or near a body of water, it's important to have a certified safety device that fits properly.
Make sure to follow the instructions for usage and fit, and set a good example by wearing one too! Let's keep everyone safe and having fun in the water. 💦
05/15/2023
We are so excited to announce that Big Blue Swim School Allen is OFFICIALLY OPEN!!🎉🎉
This makes for our 23rd pool opening across the country and our 2nd pool opening in Texas! We are excited to continue expanding and providing the best learn-to-swim experience across the country!
Thank you to the Allen community for welcoming Big Blue Swim School as your child's newest swim home!
05/11/2023
We love all the conversations happening about water safety and everything you can do to keep your kids safe around water 💙 While bathing suit color is one of the many things to consider, our founder Chris DeJong shares some other important tips to remember when being water safety-focused. Read the tips below! 👇
https://www.parents.com/why-kids-shouldnt-wear-blue-swimsuits-in-the-water-7488517
The Reason You Should Think Twice Before Buying Your Toddler a Blue Bathing Suit A TikTok creator and licensed swim instructor shares some potentially life-saving advice about why kids shouldn't wear blue swimsuits in the water.
05/10/2023
🏊♀️ Tip #2 for staying safe around water: Be safe around public pools and open water! Talk to your kids about important safety rules like never swimming alone, staying with a buddy, using safety gear, staying vigilant even with a lifeguard on duty, and designating a Water Watcher.
And don't forget to remind them often! Safety first, fun second. 🙌🏼
05/08/2023
Did you know that drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1-4? 😔 Here's some good news: formal swim lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88%! 🙌🏼 As we head into summer, it's critical to get your little ones ready for the water. Enroll them in swim lessons early so they're confident and safe once pools open up. Let's make sure our kids are prepared for a fun and safe summer! 💪🏼
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