Little Fins Swim School Partners with Stop Drowning Now to Expand Water Safety Education Across Southern Colorado
At Little Fins Swim School, our mission has always been bigger than teaching children how to swim. Our goal is to help eliminate childhood drowning through education, awareness, and life-saving swim instruction. Today, we are proud to announce an exciting new partnership. Little Fins Swim School is now an official member of Stop Drowning Now, […]
Why Swim Lessons Should Push Kids Beyond Comfort
Colorado Springs Swim School Believes Growth Happens Outside a Child’s Comfort Zone By Kory Skalsky, Infant Survival Swim Certified, Lead Instructor Colorado Springs, CO As a Lead Instructor and Infant Survival Swim–certified coach at Little Fins Swim School in Colorado Springs, I’ve walked thousands of children through one of the most important milestones of their […]
🌊 Wave Maker of the Month: Kayla 🌊 March 2026
March Recognition | Little Fins Swim School, Colorado Springs 💙 Meet Our March Wave Maker At Little Fins Swim School, we believe Wave Makers don’t wait to be asked — they step forward. This March, we are proud to recognize Ms. Kayla as our Wave Maker of the Month. Kayla is absolutely killing it — […]
5 Layers of Protection from Drowning
Layers of Water Safety: Stay Safe & Swim Smart! 🌊💦 🚧 Barriers & Alarms – Keep the Pool on Lock! Think of this as your pool’s security system! Install a layer that makes it difficult for kids to access water. Hot tub covers need to be locked, four-sided fencing with self-closing, self-latching gates to keep […]
Here’s to Love That Moves Quietly But Changes Everything
In the world of swim lessons, there’s a kind of love that often goes unnoticed — the quiet, steady love of parents and caregivers who show up week after week, rain or shine, to give their children the gift of water safety. It’s the mom who sits poolside during every lesson, even when her to-do […]
From Little Fins to Big Wins
At Little Fins Swim School, every splash tells a story. From the first nervous dip of a toe to the triumphant moment a child swims across the pool independently, these are the milestones that matter. Our journey started with a simple mission: to give every child in Colorado Springs the gift of water safety and […]
Holiday Recipes from the Little Fins Family
The holidays are a time for family, warmth, and delicious food! The Little Fins Swim School family is excited to share some of our favorite holiday recipes that are perfect for fueling your little swimmers during the festive season. Energy-Boosting Gingerbread Smoothie A festive twist on a protein-packed smoothie — perfect for a pre-swim snack […]
Why Winter Swimming Matters: The Benefits of Year-Round Lessons at Little Fins Swim School
When temperatures drop in Colorado Springs, many parents consider pausing swim lessons until spring. But winter is actually one of the most important times to keep your child in the water. Here’s why winter swimming matters. Skill Retention Taking a break from swim lessons during winter months can result in significant skill regression. Children may […]
Spooky Myths About Swimming — Busted!
Busting Common Swimming Myths There are plenty of spooky myths floating around about swimming and water safety. Let’s bust some of the most common ones! Myth: You should wait 30 minutes after eating before swimming This is one of the most persistent swimming myths out there. While it’s true that digestion diverts some blood flow […]
Strong Moms, Strong Families: Remember to Schedule Your Breast Exam
At Little Fins Swim School, we care about the well-being of our entire swim family — and that includes the amazing moms who bring their children to lessons every week. This October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we want to remind all the strong moms in our community: don’t forget to schedule your breast exam. […]