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May is National Water Safety Month - Tips for Parents

May is recognized across the swimming community as National Water Safety Month. Given that pools across the country have been closed for several weeks due to COVID-19, there is heightened concern about the risks of drowning and water safety as summer approaches.

Cottonwood Heights, UT

Safer Swimming: Flotation Devices and More

Parents of growing children spend time each Spring seeing what swimsuits still fit, looking for the goggles, and ensuring the sunscreen hasn't expired. If you have newer swimmers, this is also a great

Sterling Heights

What to Expect When You're Expecting a Big Blue in Your Community!

What is Big Blue? How is it different from other swim lesson choices in my community?Big Blue Swim School teaches kids ages three months to 12 years how to be safe, happy,

Breathing Techniques for Swimming

‌‌While kicking and arm strokes may be the first things that come to mind when you think about learning to swim, much of what makes a swimmer safer and more efficient in the

Swim Lessons for Babies

Research from the National Institute of Health (NIH) shows that formal swimming lessons reduce the risk of accidental drowning in children ages 1-4 by 88%. That kind of statistic may be enough for

COVID-19

COVID-19 Prevention & Cleanliness Practices at Big Blue Swim School

The safety of our Big Blue swimmers, families, and staff is our number one priority. Here are the steps we are taking to keep our pools safe from COVID-19.

spring break

Six Water Safety Tips for Spring Break

As families across the country prepare to embark on spring break adventures, here at Big Blue Swim School, we want parents and caregivers to have all the knowledge they need to ensure a

resilience

How Swim Lessons Teach Your Kids Resilience

Every day at Big Blue, our Swim Associates help kids learn new swimming skills in the pool and are right by their side as they reach new milestones. But every swimmer has to

Big Blue Benefits

Five Reasons Why Kids Should Swim for Heart Health

Learn how swim lessons can help create healthy habits at an early age to ensure children maintain a healthy heart as they age.February is American Heart Month, and while heart disease is

Big Blue Benefits

4 Reasons to Start Swim Lessons...Now!

Here at Big Blue, it’s always a great time to get into the water. Curious about why January is the perfect time to get started with swimming lessons? We have answers!

Ann Arbor

Meet the Owner of Big Blue Ann Arbor: Hiag Avsharian

One of the fastest growing swim school franchises, Big Blue Swim School announced its expansion into Michigan with franchise partner and Ann Arbor local, Hiag Avsharian. Hiag Avsharian was born and raised in

Fairfax, VA

Big Blue Swim School is Coming to Fairfax, VA in Early 2022

Big Blue Swim School's newest Fairfax location (located in the Fair City Mall at 9650 Main St. Fairfax, VA 22031) will offer weekly swim lessons year-round for children ages three to six months to 12 years of age.

Big Blue Benefits

Three Reasons to Believe in Big Blue

At Big Blue Swim School, our goal is to encourage transformations in kids - to go from the development of swim skills to the development of life skills. The swim associates strive to get every kid to make progress towards a BIG moment at every swim lesson.

Fairfax, VA

Personality in the Pool: How to Prepare Different Swimmer Types for a Big Blue Lesson

While thousands of swimmers have been in the water learning at Big Blue, we know every child is unique. Each child brings past experiences, potential fears, a wide range of learning styles and,

swimming

Five Ways the Big Blue Swim School Mobile App Makes Swim Lessons Even Better...

At Big Blue, we are passionate about teaching children to swim. We’re equally passionate about supporting busy families. We designed our mobile app to make it even easier to have a swimmer enrolled at Big Blue.

swimming

Olympic Swimming 101: Preparing to Cheer on Team USA

The 2021 Olympic Games are being held in Tokyo, Japan, and swimming events begin on Saturday, July 24th. We pulled together some basics for watching swimming in the Olympic Games to help your family cheer on Team USA in the pool and to put into context what your swimmers are learning at Big Blue!

Chantilly, VA

Meet the Chantilly Manager: Greg Johnson

Greg Johnson is the General Manager at Big Blue Swim School Chantilly. At any given time, you may see him on the pool deck, behind the front desk, in the lobby talking to families, or in the pool teaching the students.

Chantilly, VA

We're Making a BIG Splash with our Pre-Opening Special in Chantilly

Big Blue Swim School Chantilly is excited to be opening on June 14th! Local families can lock in low prices on swimming lessons by taking advantage of our Pre-Opening Special available through opening day.

Safety

Getting Summer Ready Includes Water Safety

May is National Water Safety Month! We've developed a helpful acronym for water safety. Whenever you're around the water with kids, keep our swimming LAPS reminders top of mind.

Northern Virginia

Letters from Tom Dolan and Chris DeJong on Big Blue Swim School Acquisition

Big Blue Swim School acquired Tom Dolan Swim School in the spring of 2021 to expand the swim lessons brand to Northern Virginia with schools in Dulles and Falls Church. Read the letters from both founders on the new partnership.

Centennial, CO

Meet the Managers of Centennial: Jamie & Sandy

Jamie Hammond and Sandy Mayer are the Senior Managers at Big Blue Swim School Centennial. At any given time, you may see them on the pool deck, behind the front desk, in the lobby talking to families, or in the pool teaching the students.

Johns Creek, GA

Meet the Johns Creek General Manager: Travis Hughes

Travis Hughes is the General Manager at Big Blue Swim School Johns Creek. Travis may be new to the team, but at any given time, you can find Travis on the pool deck, behind the front desk, in the lobby talking to families, or sometimes in the pool lending a helping hand.

Big Blue Answers Your Big Questions: What should I look for when my child starts swim lessons?

Parenthood is full of questions and seemingly endless decision making. When it comes to learning to swim and water safety, we’re your partner in getting answers. We’ll share our thoughts and

Big Blue Answers Your Big Questions: What to Expect When Your Child Starts Swim Lessons at Any Age

Parenthood is full of questions and seemingly endless decision making. When it comes to learning to swim and water safety, we’re your partner in getting answers. We’ll share our thoughts and

Johns Creek, GA

Meet the Johns Creek Assistant Managers: Ashley and Gabby

Ashley Mudrey and Gabby Campos are the Assistant Managers at Big Blue Swim School Johns Creek. At any given time, you may see them on the pool deck, behind the front desk, in the lobby talking to families, or sometimes in the pool lending a helping hand.