The Colorado Springs Parent’s Guide to Pool Birthday Parties
If you’ve ever tried to plan a kid’s birthday party in Colorado Springs, you already know the problem. One week it’s 70 degrees and sunny, and the next week there’s snow on the ground. You book a park pavilion and pray. You rent a bounce house place and end up standing in a corner for […]
🌊Wave Maker of the Month: Ms. Emily August 2026 🌊
Every month, we get to brag on someone at Little Fins who goes above and beyond for our swimmers, our families, and our team — and this month, the choice wasn’t even close. Our management team unanimously nominated and voted for Ms. Emily as August’s Wave Maker of the Month. If you’ve spent any time […]
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 […]
🌊 Wave Maker of the Month: Ms. Eva June 2026🌊
Celebrating Ms. Eva at Little Fins Swim School At Little Fins Swim School, our Wave Maker of the Month recognizes team members who go above and beyond to create positive momentum for our swimmers, families, team, and community. This month, we are so excited to celebrate Ms. Eva as our June 2026 Wave Maker of […]
🌊 Wave Maker of the Month: Ms. Deana May 2026🌊
Celebrating Deana at Little Fins Swim School At Little Fins Swim School, our Wave Maker of the Month recognizes team members who go above and beyond to create positive momentum for our swimmers, families, team, and community. This month, we are so excited to celebrate Ms. Deana as our May 2026 Wave Maker of the […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]