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Water Safety Tips for Safer Summer Parties

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Vacation Water Safety Checklist: Tips for a Safer, Stress-Free Getaway

Vacations are all about relaxation, fun, and making memories with your loved ones. But when your getaway includes water—whether it’s a hotel pool, a...

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Prevent Drowning with the 5 Layers of Protection

At SwimLabs, water safety is the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re proud to officially partner with the National Drowning Prevention...

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Water Safety for Kids: How to Have a Non-Scary Conversation

Streamline Brands: Sep 16, 2024 3:47:23 PM

Drowning is a leading cause of death among children, a fact that worries many parents. Some may feel tempted to keep their kids away from the water...

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From the Pool to the Field: How Swim Lessons Give Your Child the Edge in Fall Sports

Streamline Brands: Aug 16, 2024 11:04:50 AM

As the summer comes to an end and the excitement of the new school year begins, many parents are gearing up for their kids to dive into fall sports....

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CAN SWIMMING LESSONS MAKE YOUR CHILD SMARTER? THE COGNITIVE BENEFITS OF SWIMMING

Learning to swim goes beyond just water safety—it can also enhance your child's cognitive development! Swim lessons offer your child a great mix of...

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DOES YOUR CHILD KNOW THESE 12 WATER SAFETY RULES?

Water play, pool parties, and beach days are some of the many joys of summer. We all crave a refreshing dip when the weather is humid and warm, but...

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OCEAN, BOATING, AND POOL SAFETY TIPS FOR A FUN AND SAFE 4TH OF JULY!

As summer heats up and the July 4th holiday approaches, it's time to dive into a world of water adventures while keeping safety at the forefront. As...

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7 Life-saving Pool Safety Rules: Your Guide to Safer Swimming!

Whether you're an experienced swimmer or just learning how to swim, knowing the ins and outs of pool safety is key for a fun and accident-free time...

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WINTER FAMILY FUN: OUTDOOR ADVENTURES FOR EVERYONE!

Winter is here, and it's time to embrace the magic of the season with outdoor adventures the whole family can enjoy. From snow-covered landscapes to...

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SWIM BEYOND THE SUMMER MONTHS

When the leaves begin to change, and the air becomes crisp, many people assume it’s time to pack up their swimsuits and say goodbye to the pool. We...

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Tips for Fine-Tuning your Swim Stroke

Swimming is a challenging sport that offers numerous physical and mental benefits. Whether you're a competitive swimmer or someone who enjoys...

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How to Prepare for Swim Team Tryouts

To train for swim team tryouts, it’s important to focus on both your physical fitness and swimming technique. Set specific goals for yourself that...

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Positive Discipline Raises Happy, Healthy Kids; Here's How

Picture this: you're at a restaurant with your kiddo, they refuse to eat and start throwing a tantrum. What do you do? Mortifying, right?

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ADAPTIVE AQUATICS

Everyone should learn how to swim. That goes for children AND adults that may require specialized or adapted swim instruction. Swimming doesn’t come...

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10 Reasons Your Child Should Join a Swim Team This Spring

Sally Chaffin Brooks: Apr 18, 2022 1:27:57 PM

As a parent, you are cautious of over-scheduling your child (and yourself). Any activity you commit to, you want to make sure is adding value to your...

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How to Respond to a Child Who is Lying to You

The fact that kids lie probably won’t come as a shock to many parents.

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How Your Children Can Help the Elderly

Caring for the elderly is important for their well-being, but children don't necessarily understand its importance unless they see the adults in...

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How to Encourage Children to Love Reading

Sally Chaffin Brooks: Nov 1, 2021 9:37:03 AM

So much has been written about the benefits of reading to your child from a very young age (if you don’t already, definitely do it, it’s basically...

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How to Connect with a Shy Child

Every child is unique. They all have different personalities and different needs. Such stark differences often occur between siblings. One kid talks...

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A Guide to Setting Boundaries with Your Kids

Ask a group of parents or caregivers what their biggest challenge is with their kids, and setting boundaries will probably be a common pain point....

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Empower and Encourage A Nervous or Fearful Child

As children grow and learn about the world around them, it’s only natural for them to develop fears about different situations. As parents and...

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Missy Franklin Visit to SafeSplash + SwimLabs Louisville for National Water Safety Month

The SafeSplash + SwimLabs location in Louisville (Springhurst) was excited to host a special event for five time Olympic gold medalist and brand...

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Swimmer Highlight: Oliver Learns to Swim!

Since the age of three, Oliver has found the water fascinating. Like many parents, Oliver’s Mom was determined to find the best resource for swim...

SwimLabs Celebrates MLK Day

To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we wanted to share a few of our favorite MLK quotes.

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US Nationals on NBC 2019

Who is ready to see the best of the best? NBC has announced their broadcast schedule for the 2019 Phillips 66 National Championships. In preparation...

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SwimLabs Team Nights

It’s the beginning of high school swim season and local teams hurry to schedule their Team Nights at SwimLabs Highlands Ranch. “As a high school...

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USA Swimming and Streamline Brands Sign Multi-Year Agreement

Streamline Brands: Dec 4, 2018 11:26:58 AM

A partnership focused on growth and development of grassroot swimming opportunities in the U.S. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – USA Swimming, the national...

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Case Study: Can Open Water Swimming Help Treat Depression?

A recent case study reported in the British Medical Journal and subsequently made into an episode of the BBC documentary series, “The Doctor Who Gave...

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SwimLabs' Mike Mann Breaks World Records!

August’s Missy Medal for Achievement went to SwimLabs co-founder Michael Mann for setting not one, not two, but three world records at the Masters’...

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Swim Across America Follow-up: Tara Friedman, Heather Rodriguez

SwimLabs was a sponsor of the inaugural Swim Across America - Denver event which raised over $200,000 for Children’s Hospital Colorado. A grand total...

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Out in Front: Mary Carey's Ultra 520k, Penticton, British Columbia

We ask Mary Carey how she prepared for her 3-day ultra-endurance event in the Ultra 520k in what was recently held in Canada. Mary Carey is a USA...

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Define Success

“It’s one thing to inspire all these little girls by winning a bunch of medals. That’s easy. But it’s another thing entirely to be an inspiration...

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Top 5 things I learned from U.S. Swimming Nationals

Karin Olmsted: Aug 9, 2018 6:27:28 PM

On the return to “desk -life” from the “deck-life” after a week in Irvine, CA, watching US Swimming Nationals, I reflected on five life-long and...

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Swim Across America, Denver

Swimlabs & Children's Hospital of Colorado Team Up to Raise Money for Pediatric Cancer Research SwimLabs Highlands Ranch is proud to be a sponsor of...

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Missy Franklin Gives Heartfelt Interview After U.S. Nationals Swim Meet

SwimSwam interviews an emotional Missy Franklin still determined and focused on Tokyo 2020! As a 5-time Olympic gold medalist who has broken multiple...

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SwimLabs Highlands Ranch Awarded USA Swimming Foundation Grant

USA Swimming Foundation awards a number of grants to learn-to-swim programs around the country in efforts to bring swimming lessons and water safety...

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Don't Miss the 2018 U.S. National Championships!

The 2018 U.S. National Championships begin this Wednesday, July 25th! Whether you are rooting for Missy Franklin, Katie Ledecky, or your local hero,...

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IRONMAN + SwimLabs Event at SwimLabs Westchester

SwimLabs Westchester (Elmsford, NY) hosted an IRONMAN + SwimLabs Event on June 16, 2018, with professional triathlete Laurel Wassner and local...

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Swim Lessons: Finding the Right Fit For You and Your Swimmer

Summer is in full swing and swim lessons are in demand! Some parents begin their methodical search in March and others frantically search for any...

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CPR: History and How To - Part 2

Though there are many organizations that review the steps of CPR and ECC (Emergency Cardiovascular Care), the basic steps are consistent. Training is...

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SwimLabs Stories: Forty Minutes

Why SwimLabs? Forty minutes. I cut forty minutes off of my 10k swim after working at SwimLabs. My stroke dramatically improved as I eliminated...

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Ironman & SwimLabs: Introduction to the Triathlon Part II

To celebrate SwimLabs’ partnership with Ironman, we’re posting a series of blogs on triathlon training at SwimLabs. The first blog is an interview...

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Ironman & SwimLabs: Introduction to the Triathlon

To celebrate SwimLabs’ partnership with Ironman, we’re posting a series of blogs on triathlon training at SwimLabs. The first blog is an interview...

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Mike Mann Mondays: Taking Care of Your Body

Dorian Capers: May 21, 2018 1:20:08 PM

In this segment, we ask Master's Swimmer, World Record Holder, and humble SwimLabs Co-Founder, Mike Mann his insight on the sport and swimming news...

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SwimLabs Celebrates: May is National Water Safety Month!

Summer is almost here! Vacations are on the horizon and summer activities are just around the bend. Growing up, we loved our water balloon fights,...

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Mike Mann Mondays: Katie Ledecky & Going Pro

Dorian Capers: May 7, 2018 5:00:00 AM

In this segment, we ask Master's Swimmer, World Record Holder, and humble SwimLabs Co-Founder, Mike Mann his insight on the sport and swimming news...

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Swim Skill Tips: Start Now For Race Performance This Season

In my work, teaching and coaching go hand in hand. I teach skills and coach how to apply them over time to reach your goals and dreams. When asked...

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SwimLabs Interviews: An ADHD Behavior Specialist

SwimLabs Orange County had an ADHD behavioral specialist come out to speak to our staff a couple weeks ago. We interviewed her afterwards for some...

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College Searches – Keeping Your Sanity

Susan Rapp-von der Lippe: Feb 13, 2018 7:00:00 AM

This mom knows all too well the stresses of helping a son and daughter with their college decision. Academics, location, swim program, division...

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Straight from the Source: Why Moms Love SwimLabs

Day one – “I love the SwimLabs! When can I come back?” Lance started taking lessons atSwimLabs Littleton in the summer of 2017. The amount of...

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SwimLabs El Dorado Hills Featured in Dorado Living Magazine

Dorian Capers: Dec 13, 2017 4:37:00 PM

Meet Darin and Kristin Mai, the husband and wife team behind the newly opened SwimLabs, a swim school in El Dorado Hills. The Mais have lived in...

Good Day Sacramento visits SwimLabs El Dorado Hills

The team from Good Day Sacramento stopped by SwimLabs in El Dorado Hills this morning. Check out their videos here!

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Swimlabs Vienna & Machine Aquatics Featured on SwimSwam.com

Dorian Capers: Nov 8, 2017 2:54:58 PM

SwimSwam is one of the leading swimming news organizations in the world “Seeing kids improve their skills and creating this community space is a...

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100 Days Until the 2018 Winter Olympics!

Dorian Capers: Nov 1, 2017 5:28:11 PM

The Olympics are a time when the entire world unifies under the common love of sport and competition. An ode to the city states of ancient Greece,...

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SwimLabs Science: An Interview with Swimlabs co-founder, Mike Mann

Dorian Capers: Oct 11, 2017 12:36:28 PM

Swimming Questions: Answered I had a few questions for SwimLabs co-founder, Mike Mann. What better litmus test for swim success than a tried and true...

SwimLabs El Dorado Hills on Local News!

Dorian Capers: Oct 5, 2017 10:04:59 AM

Our new location in El Dorado Hills was on the local news this weekend! Check out the news clip below!

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Meet Olympic Gold Medalist Missy Franklin

Join us on Monday, June 19 from 12-3 p.m. at our SwimLabs facility in Sandy, Utah and meet 5-time Olympic Gold Medalist Missy Franklin! SwimLabs Utah...

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Advice from the Best: Improve Your Sprinting

By Dillon Virva (2016 Olympic Trials 50 Free Finalist, 22.06 lcm) When talking with sprinters, you will hear them describe swimming and racing as if...

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Olympian Jason Lezak Visits SwimLabs

“I did not have a smooth journey to the top. I made plenty of mistakes- but I always learned from them.” Jason Lezak, eight-time Olympic medalist and...

Mountain Swim Series

Are you looking for more opportunities for open water swimming in Colorado? SwimLabs is partnering with the Mountain Swim Series on several open...

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TRIATHLETES – ENTER OUR I SWIM BECAUSE CONTEST & SWIM WITH MISSY FRANKLIN!

TRIATHLETES – ENTER OUR I SWIM BECAUSE CONTEST & SWIM WITH MISSY FRANKLIN! Triathletes – it’s your turn! Why do you get up for those early morning...

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HELP US WIN A VISIT FROM OLYMPIAN MISSY FRANKLIN!

HELP US WIN A VISIT FROM OLYMPIAN MISSY FRANKLIN! Time is running out – don’t delay! We want to hear what swimming means to our youngest swimmers and...

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I Swim Because...Missy Campaign

TELL US WHY YOU LOVE TO SWIM AND YOU COULD SWIM WITH MISSY FRANKLIN!

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Celebrate National Water Safety Month in May

CELEBRATE NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MONTH IN MAY! Not only does May offer longer days with more sunshine and warmer temps, but this is also National...

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Missy Franklin Joins All-Star Lineup of Mentors for LEAD Sports Summit

LEAD announced Franklin as the Special Guest Speaker and Mentor for the LEAD Sports Summit in Austin, Texas, September 2-4, 2017.

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Speedo USA and Streamline Brands Partner

Speedo USA and Streamline Brands Partner to Drive Expansion of Swim Schools and Swim Instruction Partnership includes exclusive endorsement of the...

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Dryland: Before You Dive In

The Five Best Exercises to do Before Training Most of us swimmers know that when it comes to practice, if you’re not early, you’re late. Arriving...

Aquatics International Covers Streamline Brands

Swim School Franchise Acquires High-Tech Competitor A formidable force in the learn-to-swim industry, Streamline Brands grabs more market share with...

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Searching for the Perfect Freestyle

Searching for the Perfect Freestyle - The Key Technique Components and the Best Ways to Improve Freestyle—it’s the foundation of swimming and usually...

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Customer Stories: Improving Technique and Gaining Confidence

Hello everyone and welcome to the SwimLabs blog! Over the course of the next few months we will be bringing you some fun content, featuring articles...