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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Water Independence is Critical for Swim Lesson Success
Water independence is one of the most important milestones in a child’s swim journey — and it’s critical for swim lesson success. But what exactly does water independence mean, and how can parents help their children achieve it? What Is Water Independence? Water independence means a child can safely navigate water situations without relying on […]
What Is the Swim–Float–Swim® Method?
The Swim-Float-Swim® method is one of the most effective approaches to teaching water safety and survival swimming skills to young children. But what exactly is it, and why does it work so well? How It Works The Swim-Float-Swim® technique teaches children a sequence of survival skills: swim a short distance, roll onto their back to […]
How Early Swim Lessons Help Build Lifelong Water Safety and Confidence
Starting swim lessons early gives children a critical advantage when it comes to water safety and confidence. Research consistently shows that early exposure to structured swim education helps children develop essential survival skills that stay with them for life. Young children are naturally adaptable and can learn water safety concepts more easily when introduced at […]
Water Safety Starts at Home
While swim lessons are essential, water safety truly begins at home. Here are 7 ways Colorado Springs parents can create a safer environment for their children around water. 7 Ways to Practice Water Safety at Home 1. Never Leave Children Unattended Near Water This includes bathtubs, buckets, toilets, and any standing water. Drowning can happen […]