The holidays are all about joy, laughter, family time, and giving. But let’s be honest, after the wrapping paper settles, most toys lose their magic. They are exciting for a moment, then end up forgotten in a pile. This year, skip the toy rush and give your child something that lasts long after the holidays: the gift of confidence in the water and water safety skills.
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You’ve been showing up to swim class week after week, cheering from the sidelines, but your child still seems to be struggling with the same skills. It’s easy to wonder: “Why aren’t they progressing as fast as the others?”
The new school year is just around the corner, and at Five Star Swim School, we believe swimming deserves a spot in your child’s school routine, and here’s why.
Children's dreams of future careers are often filled with excitement and creativity—doctor, artist, ballerina, or zookeeper. Asking kids what they want to be when they grow up is always a fun and inspiring conversation. Their eyes light up as they imagine themselves achieving their wildest dreams! For those who love swimming, that joy can last a lifetime. If your little one is passionate about the water, there are many careers that can turn that passion into a lifelong profession. Here are seven fantastic career options for kids who love swimming:
“Mom, I’m starving!" How often have you heard that before or after swimming? Kids’ bodies are like car engines, no fuel and they won’t keep going. But it’s not just about having something in the tank, it’s about having the right type of fuel! Without consuming food they won’t be able to concentrate or put in the energy required to get through the lesson. We’ve put together some tips on when to feed your child and what they should eat before and after swimming.
Our Snowman Splash event is a highly anticipated, holiday-themed pool party at Five Star Swim School. It was the ideal way to add a festive splash of excitement to your family’s December plans. So let’s take a look at how we kicked off the holiday season with some merry and active fun at the pool!
Some children see the pool as a dangerous place, despite watching their peers enjoy the water. Sometimes it may be a previous unpleasant experience, or there is the fear of the unknown and the new. It can be challenging to help if your child feels anxious or fearful around water. As funny as that sounds, one of the best ways to help your child overcome a fear of water is to encourage them to learn swimming. Here are some strategies to make the learning process less intimidating.
Many people may not know this, but children who take swimming lessons often perform better in other sports as well. When you combine regular swimming lessons with other activities, your child can excel and stay ahead of the competition. Swimming is unique and offers numerous health and fitness benefits, including improved coordination skills.
Each year as the temperature drops, parents often wonder if their children should continue swim lessons during the colder months. Contrary to popular belief, the notion that children should avoid swimming in cold weather to prevent sickness is a common misconception. In fact, children who swim throughout the year are less likely to get sick! So why is it so important to continue swimming when the weather is colder outside?
Drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1–4 in the USA. It can occur quickly (in as little as 20 seconds), it’s silent and it can happen even in very shallow water. Toddlers and children under five are especially at risk because they are small, inquisitive about water, and have limited understanding of the dangers.