What Are Mommy and Me Swim Lessons, and Does My Baby Actually Need Them?
I get this question a lot. A parent finds us online, sees that we offer a parent-and-child program, and asks something like: “Is this just for fun, or is it actually doing something?” It’s a fair question. And the answer is both. But the doing something part is what I really want to talk about, […]
Are Floaties Actually Dangerous? What Parents Should Know
I get asked about floaties constantly. “Are floaties okay for my child?” Whether it’s water wings, puddle jumpers, swim vests, or arm floaties, parents want to know the same thing: Do these devices help keep children safe around water? My answer is always the same, and it surprises people every time. No. But the answer […]
Tomorrow, Colorado Springs Joins the Whole World in the Water
From the desk of Lauri Tomorrow morning, something extraordinary is going to happen — and not just here on our deck in Colorado Springs. At the very same time our Little Fins families are blowing bubbles, practicing back floats, and learning to find their way to the wall, more than 40,000 swimmers in 25 countries […]
FREE Swim Lessons in Colorado Springs
We’re Hosting the World’s Largest Swim Lesson Again — Join Us June 25th in Colorado Springs From the desk of Lauri Armstrong There’s a moment every summer that gives me chills — and not the kind from jumping in a cold pool. It’s the moment our deck fills up. Hundreds of little feet, hundreds of […]
Parent Involvement in Swim Lessons & How to Support Your Baby in Infant Survival Swim (ISS)
Why Parent Involvement in Infant Survival Swim Matters Parent involvement in swim lessons plays a critical role in helping children build confidence, safety skills, and long-term success in the water. When parents search for swim lessons, they often focus on one question: “Will my child learn how to swim?” But with Infant Survival Swim (ISS), […]
The Reality of Drowning: What Every Parent Needs to Know (And How ISS Is Changing the Outcome)
Drowning Doesn’t Look Like You Think When most people picture drowning, they imagine splashing, yelling, and obvious distress. The truth? Drowning is silent. Drowning is fast. And it often happens when adults are nearby. At Little Fins Swim School—and through our Infant Survival Swim (ISS) program—we spend every day educating families on what drowning really […]
🌊 Wave Maker of the Month: Mr. Orion April 2026🌊
Let’s hear it for our Little Fins April Wave Maker… MR. ORION! 🐠💙 Orion has been stepping up in a BIG way this month — saying yes, showing up, and doing whatever it takes to support our team and our swimmers. 👏 Subbing wherever needed👏 Stepping up both in AND out of the pool👏 Earning […]
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 […]
How Do I Know If My Child Is Ready for Swim Lessons?
An Expert Guide for Parents in Colorado Springs The Question Every Parent Asks One of the most common questions we hear at Little Fins Swim School is: “How do I know if my child is ready for swim lessons?” It’s a thoughtful question — and the right one to ask. Most parents assume readiness starts […]
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 […]