Salem Gymnastics & Swim

Mark your calendar, because the Salem Sampler is back by popular demand.

On September 20th we are opening our doors to the public for a day where you can try a sample swim lesson, gymnastics class, or ninja class completely free. Whether you have never stepped foot in Salem before or your child has been with us for years and just has not tried everything yet, this is the perfect chance to explore something new. We will also be giving tours of our newly expanded facility and our staff will be on hand to answer any questions you have.

And if you register for a new program that day, you will be entered to win $100 toward tuition.

Sign-ups to try a class are required before the event, so be sure to save your spot early. More details are coming soon, but for now, go ahead and save the date. We cannot wait to see you at Salem on September 20th.

Ten years ago, Salem Swim opened its doors.

What began as a deeply personal decision for our founders has grown into one of the most meaningful parts of who we are. Since July 30, 2016, thousands of children across the Triad have learned to swim right here at Salem — gaining not just a skill, but a confidence in the water that stays with them for life.

Over the past decade we have had the honor of partnering with the Hope Floats Foundation to make sure that confidence is available to every child in our community, regardless of circumstance. Together we have reached 136 children across 19 zip codes and raised over $35,698 locally — every dollar going directly toward swim lesson scholarships right here in the Triad. Just $30 funds one lesson. And formal swim lessons reduce the risk of drowning by 88%.

This July we celebrated that legacy through our Rubber Duckie Fundraiser, and while the month is coming to a close, the mission never does. If you would like to be part of what comes next, you can still give directly at givebutter.com/ZcsvUP.

To every family who has trusted us with their child, every coach who has stood beside them in the water, and every partner who has helped us grow this program — thank you. Ten years of Salem Swim. Here is to everything still ahead.

Ready to be part of the next chapter? Enroll in Salem Swim today at salemgym.com/swim/

Meet Coach Chloe.

Chloe Negrete brings more than 20 years of gymnastics experience to the Salem competitive team — including six seasons as an NCAA Division I gymnast at NC State University where she became one of the most decorated athletes in program history.

In her collegiate career she earned 106 podium finishes, 53 individual event titles, and a 98% routine hit rate. She was named the 2025 WCGA Southeast Gymnast of the Year, a two-time ACC Champion, and NC State's 2023 Valedictorian. After overcoming significant injury setbacks she was honored as the 2023 College Gym News Comeback Gymnast of the Year — a title that says everything about who she is as a competitor and as a coach.

Chloe believes gymnastics is about far more than skills and scores. Her goal is to create an environment where every athlete feels challenged, supported, and empowered to discover what they are truly capable of.

We are so proud to have her leading our competitive team.

salemgym.com/gymnastics/competitive-teams/

Water Safety Tip:

The color of your child's swimsuit matters more than most parents realize. Bright neon colors — yellow, orange, and hot pink — are the easiest to spot in the water. Light blue, white, and light gray blend right in and are the hardest to see.

Dress your child to be seen. It is one of the simplest things you can do to keep them safer in the water.

And if your child is not yet enrolled in swim lessons, formal swim instruction reduces the risk of drowning by 88%. There is no better time than right now.

Swim classes available year-round for ages 3 months and up. Register at salemgym.com/swim/

Last week at Totally Kids Camp was nothing short of amazing.

Swim lessons, Ninja classes, gymnastics, and a whole lot of fun in between. This is what a full week at Salem looks like — kids showing up, trying new things, and leaving more confident than when they walked in.

Spots are still open this summer through August 7. New students are welcomed every single week.

Register at salemgym.com/camps-and-events/totally-kids-camps/ or call 336.765.4668

Making Waves with Hope Floats. 🌊

This July we are celebrating 10 years of Salem Swim by giving back to the community that has supported us every step of the way. At Salem our mission is to grow confident children who love to move — and that includes teaching every child in the Triad to swim well and to love and respect the water.

Through our continued partnership with the Hope Floats Foundation, every dollar raised goes directly into the Salem Swim Bucket, a fund designated entirely for children right here in the Triad. Because at Salem we believe the life-saving gift of swimming should be available to every child in our community.

Formal swim lessons reduce the risk of drowning by 88%. That is not just a statistic to us. It is the reason we show up every day.

There are two ways to be part of this:

Stop by our front desk and adopt a Hope Floats rubber duckie.
1 Duck · $3 2 Ducks · $5 3 Ducks · $8

Or donate directly at givebutter.com/ZcsvUP

Every contribution helps us keep doing what we do best. Thank you for being part of the Salem family.

We are having a ball at Salem Speed Weeks. 🏖️🌊

Last week we brought the beach to the pool and the kids absolutely loved every minute of it. Beach balls, big smiles, and a whole lot of splashing — that is what summer at Salem looks like.

Speed Week Swim Lessons are built around one simple idea: intentional, focused time in the water every single day. Monday through Friday, your child gets a dedicated lesson that builds on the day before, creating real momentum and real progress in just one week.

Group lessons are 30 minutes. Private lessons are 20 minutes. All levels welcome and new students are welcomed every week through August 7.

Not sure what level your child belongs in? Take our quick level quiz at salemgym.com/swim/what-swim-level-is-my-child/

Register today at salemgym.com/camps-and-events/summer-speed-weeks/