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Will have your Little Ones Swimming
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Holiday season is upon us please take note of the dates above 🐧🐧🐧
Please Note Our Cancellation Policy At Little Penguins Swim School, we strive to keep everyone happy and swimming! 💦 If we need to cancel a lesson for any reason, we will always make a plan to reschedule—even if it’s the following month.
Little Penguins Swim School calendar for October and November. Please take a screenshot of this …and if you’re ending in October your last lesson will be next week.🐧🐧🐧
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Debby’s Philosophy

Don’t miss any part of your child’s development in water. It’s an exciting time for both parents and kids. Together we endeavor to create a loving, caring and fun environment. Force fear and intimidation have no place in teaching children aquatics.

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Customer Stories

“ They have had such a wonderful time with you. While we were on vacation, both kids had a lot of swim time. Jamie did so much better than I was expecting, and I can confidently say, that I think if he fell in, he is able to pop up, turn, and swim to the wall. I have you to thank for that amazing peace of mind. He's working on swimming distances, and maybe one day will use his arms!! Last weekend, I watched Addie jump off of a diving board, completely confident. The practice she's had with you certainly led up to that!”

Tiffaney

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We didn’t get to say goodbye so I just wanted to thank you so much for the lessons this winter! Seeing Miller in the pool today and how much he has grown and improved was honestly so impressive!!

Melissa

“We filled out Campbell's back to school board this morning. She has always wanted to be a doctor when she grows up, this time she said doctor or swimmer! Thank you for making swimming fun and teaching her fundamental skills. She no longer is scared of water being splashed on her face, so much so that she only wants to take showers now, instead of baths. Thank you for all you do. ”

“Elizabeth”

Life Saving Skill every child must learn

“Henry is really, really enjoying swim class with you and we have seen so much progress- it is amazing! Thank you so much!”

Justine

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“Hi Debby,
Just writing to tell you we are loving this class! My husband has been raving about it and I couldn’t be happier Milo is actually learning to swim. Thanks so much for all you do. ”

Michelle

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Learning to swim is an essential skill for kids for several reasons, including safety, health, and social benefits. Here are some key points:

Safety:

  • Drowning Prevention: Swimming is a life-saving skill that can prevent drowning, which is a leading cause of accidental death in children.

  • Water Safety: Knowing how to swim helps children understand water safety rules and how to react in emergencies.

Health Benefits:

  • Physical Fitness: Swimming improves cardiovascular health, builds muscle strength, and enhances flexibility.

  • Low-Impact Exercise: It’s a low-impact activity that is easy on the joints, making it suitable for children of all ages and abilities.

  • Mental Health: Swimming can reduce stress, improve mood, and boost overall mental well-being.

Social and Developmental Benefits:

  • Confidence and Independence: Learning to swim boosts self-confidence and independence.

  • Social Interaction: Swimming lessons and activities provide opportunities for children to make friends and develop social skills.

The Advantages of Learning to Swim Early

Why Prioritize “Learn To Swim”?

Knowing how to swim is essential for a variety of activities and sports, especially those that take place in or around water. Here are some key examples:

Water Sports and Activities:

  1. Swimming Competitions: Includes various strokes like freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.

  2. Diving: Both platform and springboard diving require strong swimming skills.

  3. Water Polo: A team sport that combines swimming, ball handling, and goal scoring.

  4. Synchronized Swimming: Now known as artistic swimming, it involves performing synchronized routines in the water.

  5. Surfing: Riding waves on a surfboard requires strong swimming abilities for safety and performance.

  6. Scuba Diving: Exploring underwater environments with a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.

  7. Free Diving: Diving without breathing apparatus, relying on holding one’s breath.

  8. Triathlon: A multi-sport race that includes swimming, cycling, and running.

  9. Rowing and Canoeing: While primarily involving boats, knowing how to swim is crucial for safety.

  10. Sailing: Operating a sailboat, where swimming skills are important for safety in case of capsizing.

Recreational Activities:

  1. Snorkeling: Observing underwater life while swimming near the surface.

  2. Kayaking: Paddling a kayak, often in open water where swimming is a safety necessity.

  3. Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP): Balancing on a board and paddling, often in open water.

  4. Lifesaving and Lifeguarding: Rescuing swimmers in distress requires excellent swimming skills.

  5. Fishing and Boating: Engaging in these activities in open water necessitates swimming for safety.

Occupational Requirements:

  1. Marine Biologists: Often need to swim for underwater research and exploration.

  2. Navy and Coast Guard Personnel: Swimming is a critical skill for various operations and rescues.

  3. Aquatic Instructors and Coaches: Teaching swimming and other water-based activities.

Swimming is a fundamental skill that enhances safety and enjoyment in many water-related activities and sports.

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