by Betsy Stern | Apr 18, 2022 | uncategorized
While technically much of Wisconsin is still way below the average precipitation for the year, it sure doesn’t feel like it in Madison. We have had SO much rain lately, and it makes my kids squirrelly and my house an utter mess as we are all cooped up together inside.... by Betsy Stern | Apr 18, 2022 | uncategorized
It’s hard to believe, but the end of the school year is only a couple of months away. The end of the year is always jam-packed for my family – from spring sports to end of the year recitals to weekend tournaments and LOTS of outdoor playtime. It’s a good type of... by Betsy Stern | Mar 29, 2022 | uncategorized
Through the years, and many, many, MANY packed swim bags, I’ve become a bit of an expert at what’s definitely needed, kinda-needed and fine to skip. That’s not to say I haven’t made a boatload of mistakes in the past 10 years of lessons…from forgetting a... by Betsy Stern | Mar 22, 2022 | uncategorized
My kids have always loved sensory play – from play-doh to fidget spinners to Squishees to sensory bins. There’s just something about using their hands to feel and explore different textures and items that gives them satisfaction, and sensory bins are a great way... by Betsy Stern | Mar 15, 2022 | uncategorized
Why do dolphins only swim in salt water? A: Because pepper makes them sneeze! Why can elephants swim whenever they want? A: Because they always have their trunks! What did the ocean say to the beach? A: Nothing…it just waved In case you’re unaware, March 19th is... by Betsy Stern | Mar 6, 2022 | uncategorized
After a few long Winter months, it finally feels like Spring is on its way, with birds chirping, snow melting and a few not-freezing days. It’s March! March is one of my favorite months of the entire year. There’s just something about the promise of warm... 
by Betsy Stern | Mar 1, 2022 | uncategorized
Let’s be honest – swimming in the middle of the icy cold Wisconsin winter doesn’t always sound super appealing. Beyond the obvious lack of options (lakes are frozen a foot deep, outdoor pools are clearly a no-go til May), swimming in the winter brings its own... by Betsy Stern | Feb 22, 2022 | uncategorized
February is Black History Month, and as a swim school, we are so thrilled to share how Cullen Jones is making an impact on swim safety, drowning prevention and swim education across the nation. Cullen Jones is a 4-time Olympic medalist and the first African American... 
by Betsy Stern | Feb 15, 2022 | uncategorized
It’s Olympic season again, and while the pool doesn’t play a role in the Winter Olympics, there’s no reason we can’t make up our own Winter-Olympic themed fun and games, right? In fact, making the pool FUN for kids is a major way to boost their confidence and skills... by Betsy Stern | Feb 9, 2022 | uncategorized
We are only a week away from the sweetest holiday of the year, and that means you’ve got one week left to create adorable little Valentines for a bunch of your child’s classmates. I’m not the craftiest mom, but I do love a good printable Valentine, especially when...