Swimming Blog
Welcome to the Bear Paddle Swim School Blog. Our results-focused story-based approach to teaching lessons builds confident and skilled swimmers, so parents can rest assured that their child is having fun while learning to swim.
Kids Crafts to do During Your Quarantine
Are you thinking about all the things you won’t take for granted once this quarantine is over? We can’t wait to see all our families and swimmers and have the...
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COVID-19 – Bear Paddle Temporary Closures
Bear Paddle Families, The safety of our families, teams, and communities is paramount. As you know, COVID-19 continues to spread across the country and around the world. With that said,...
Read MoreCOVID-19 (Coronavirus) Swim School Closings
Good Afternoon Bear Paddle Families, In an effort to ensure the safety of our families, teams, and communities, we are temporarily closing all Bear Paddle Swim School locations. This closure...
Read MoreImportant Information Surrounding COVID-19
Bear Paddle Families, At Bear Paddle, the safety of our swimmers, their families, and our team members is of the utmost importance. We continue to monitor the CDC as well...
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Indoor Games For Kids That Are Fun
Winter can make us all feel a little lazy. In many cases, curling up on the couch seems a lot more tempting than getting exercise. It’s the same for your...
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Keep Kids From Getting Bored This Winter
The first snow of the year is always exciting. Children can’t wait to go out and play. As winter goes on, however, keep kids from getting bored can seem like...
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Great Winter Activities For Kids In New Jersey
Winter has been in full swing for a while, and by now, your children may be getting a little stir crazy. The cold weather doesn’t have to hamper their fun,...
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Best Places To Keep Kids Active In Chicago In Winter
Here are some of the best places to keep kids active in Chicago during the winter months. Winter in Chicago is known for being brutal. It’s tempting to spend the...
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Helping Children Overcome A Fear Of Water
You’ve read the articles, and you understand that helping children overcome a fear of water is important to your child’s growth. You know that drowning is a leading cause of...
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Helping Your Child’s Confidence Grow In The Water
Some of the earliest skills taught in swim lessons are designed to help children feel comfortable and confident in the water. That’s because a child who feels comfortable in the...
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The Best Age To Teach Your Child To Swim
Drowning is a leading cause of death for children, and the number of children needing emergency care for submersion injuries is five times higher. The good news is swimming lessons...
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How You Can Help Your Child Master The Fundamentals Of Swimming
As with all activities your child attempts, your unconditional support is necessary for your child when he or she is learning to swim. Here’s how you can help your child...
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