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Category: Swim Lessons For Kids

Man in a white swim cap doing the butterfly stroke

How to Do the Butterfly Stroke for Beginners

The butterfly stroke is a swimming technique that showcases gracefulness and power. It requires strength, coordination, and proper form, making it one of the most challenging strokes as it utilizes
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Man in a white swim cap doing the butterfly stroke

Splashing through the Snow: Benefits of Winter Swimming for Kids

Temperatures are dropping, and commonly, so do swimming lesson registrations, with the belief that cold weather makes swimming less enjoyable or beneficial for kids. Did you know that by continuing
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7 Backstroke Drills for Young Swimmers

Swimming is not only a fun and rigorous sport, but also a valuable life skill for people of all ages. Children as young as six months old can learn the
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How Kids Can Master the Sidestroke

If you’re thinking of a fun and educational activity for your kids, look no further than swimming. More than just splashing around and having fun in the pool, there are
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Ultimate Guide to the Breaststroke

Swimming is an excellent exercise and a competitive sport demanding technical finesse and endurance. One swimming stroke that has endured the test of time is the breaststroke. It’s a favorite
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Goggles or No Goggles?

Learning to swim is an important life skill that not only promotes physical activity, but also instills confidence. At Bear Paddle, our central mission is to build confident swimmers, one
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What is the Fastest Swimming Stroke?

Swimming is a fantastic activity that provides an enjoyable experience and promotes physical fitness and water safety skills. Beginner swimmers will be exposed to various swimming strokes designed to help
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toddler using a kickboard in the pool

How to Teach Toddlers How to Swim

Swimming is an essential life skill that will benefit your child for years to come. Not only will it keep them safe in the water, but it also helps improve
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7 Benefits of Parent-Child Swimming Lessons

For kids without much experience in the water, starting swim lessons can feel scary, but a parent’s involvement can make the experience much more enjoyable.  Read on to learn more
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How to Prepare Toddlers for Swimming Lessons

Toddlers will often get scared of things they don’t know or understand. Unfamiliar environments, new faces, and uncomfortable scenarios can make most children scared. This is where the comfort of
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infant in a pool floatie

Infant Survival Swim Lessons: Why Swimming is More Important Than You Think

Infant swimming lessons have become more popular than ever over the years, and for a good reason. The American Academy of Pediatrics claims that swimming lessons help reduce the risk
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Adaptive Swim Lessons: 7 Ways to Teach a Special Needs Child to Swim

Swimming is a great life skill for children of all ages and abilities. Not only does it help kids become safer in the water, but it’s also a fun activity
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