by Carolyn Chynoweth | May 8, 2023 | Education
Anyone who starts taking swim classes regularly needs also to take care of their skin and hair to protect them from the sun and pool chemicals. Learning to swim is an important skill set. It’s also an activity that can bring the whole family together for a fun time...
by Carolyn Chynoweth | May 2, 2023 | Education
Starting your very young child in swim lessons is literally an immersive experience – you get in the water too! You won’t be in the water with them forever. In no time at all they will progress through the lessons and you’ll be close by on the sidelines,...
by Carolyn Chynoweth | Apr 10, 2023 | Education
Being a swim mom can be a hectic experience, with juggling schedules, packing gear, and ensuring your child is ready for their lessons. However, with a little organization and planning, you can make the experience more enjoyable and less stressful for both you and...
by Carolyn Chynoweth | Mar 7, 2023 | Education
Swim lessons are a valuable experience for children and adults of all ages. Not only do they teach the physical skill of swimming, but they also provide important life skills that can be applied to other activities. One of the most obvious benefits of swim lessons is...
by Betsy Stern | Feb 7, 2023 | uncategorized
February is a month that’s technically short but feels L.O.N.G. There’s something about knowing we’re at the end of winter that makes the final push feel like it lasts a decade. The good news is…Temperatures are warming up this week (yay 40s!) as we inch our way...
by Betsy Stern | Feb 7, 2023 | uncategorized
We all know holidays are full of sweets, and Valentine’s Day is definitely no exception. Whether your kids trade valentine’s goodies at school or you surprise them with an after school chocolate heart, there is candy ALL around us on V-Day. While giving “gifts” on...
by Betsy Stern | Feb 7, 2023 | uncategorized
It may only be early February, but temperatures are above freezing here in Madison, which means lots and lots of melting snow and ice. While Wisconsinites know winter will likely be back (several times) before spring officially arrives, keeping ice safety top of mind...
by Carolyn Chynoweth | Feb 6, 2023 | Education
For those of you who like hard data, this one’s for you. Let’s take a look at the statistics surrounding swimming and swim lessons for kids so that you have a better idea of what’s at stake at any age. Swim lessons are a vital part of your strategy to keep your...
by Betsy Stern | Jan 3, 2023 | uncategorized
Happy New Year, SwimWest families! It’s already off to a good start for those of us that were happy to see the snow piles melt over the weekend – and that’s not to mention the amazing Packers win yesterday. Welcome, welcome, welcome 2023! As we all march into...
by Betsy Stern | Jan 3, 2023 | uncategorized
A few years ago, my family made the decision to join a summer pool. It’s not flashy or fancy, but it has something that hooked us every year since: a diving board. My son was fairly young when we first joined, but he fell in love with diving. Well, to be clear, first...
