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How To Teach A One Year Old To Swim

ByMerritt Muter February 22, 2023February 22, 2023

In this article, we will explore techniques for how to teach a one year old to swim that I have learned as a swim instructor. We will begin by gently introducing them to the water and the sensation of getting their faces wet. We will work our way towards what I call a ‘big swim’,…

How To Tread Water Better

ByNeva Fairfield February 12, 2023August 29, 2023

I passionately believe that just about everyone could benefit from knowing how to tread water better. Being able to stay afloat by treading water is vital in any water survival situation, and in some cases, it’s more important than swimming ability. Treading water is all about using as little energy as possible to stay buoyant….