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Swimming is considered a life skill, and for a good reason! 😄 Not only is it fun, but it saves lives in emergency situations. While many people associate swim lessons with the summertime, there are plenty of reasons to consider taking year-round swim lessons. In this...

We love hearing about Little Fish swimmers who have gone on to do big things in the world of swimming! That's where Nora comes in. Nora's swim journey began at the age of 3 with hesitant steps into the world of swimming. What started as a reluctant endeavor for her...

Swimming is not only a refreshing and enjoyable activity but also a crucial life skill that every child should learn! Pool games can make the learning process even more exciting and engaging. These games not only encourage children to develop their swimming abilities...

Swimming is not only a popular recreational activity but also a valuable life skill 🏊🏽‍♂️ By enrolling children in swim lessons, parents can provide them with a multitude of benefits that promote physical, mental, and social well-being! 😀 Let's dive into some reasons...

Pool toys are an essential component in any swim lesson! They provide a fun and interactive way for students to learn basic swimming skills, while also building confidence in the water. Let's take a closer look at the role of pool toys in swim lessons and explore some...

5 Ways to Make Your Pool Safer This Summer ☀️ Pool safety is essential! As we all know, accidents can happen in an instant. We do not want that to happen to any of our little fish families, and we know you don't want any accidents either. Edgarsnyder.com notes, "From...

Setting goals is an important part of growth - both in and out of the pool! Setting goals is not enough! you must also take the necessary steps to meet those goals. In this post, we'll discuss some key strategies for meeting your goals 🙌🏼   1. Set specific,...

Self-Care Steps for Kids Being a parent is not the most straightforward job in the world. Many would argue it’s probably one of the hardest! 😅 There are so many little things that parents need to stay on top of to ensure our children grow up well. Merely growing up is...

Goal setting is an important aspect of any activity, and swimming is no exception. Whether you are a beginner who is just learning to swim 🏊🏼‍♀️ or an experienced swimmer looking to improve your times, setting goals can help you stay motivated and focused on your...

Christmas makes the heart glad. It is a time of laughter, beauty, deep joy, and sensations. Perhaps part of what makes Christmas so special is its unique ability to bring out the little kid in all of us. Our hearts are drawn to it, and it invites us to a magical time!...

Do you ever feel like time is racing by faster than you can handle? Over the past few years it has seemed to be that type of season. We recently hit 15 years that we have been providing swim lessons to Fredericksburg, Stafford and the surrounding areas here in...

5 Hikes for Our Little Fish Families to Enjoy in the Fall Fall is here and we are super excited! While we love the summer and being outside, now is the time folks start thinking about fall and what lies ahead. Generally speaking, this includes a lot of pumpkin-related...

This just in: "Swimming is NOT just a summer activity!" We know, what a shock! 😱 A lot of our little fish families are already rocking it with keeping their swimmer in lessons all year, but we want to make sure everyone knows that swimming can be a year-long, fun, and...

We all want our children to do well in school. Through planning and active involvement, we hope to guide our children to be the best they can be when it comes to academics. One way many might not consider is the effect swimming can have on a student’s school...

Summer is synonymous with vacations. Most families start planning their summer vacations a year in advance. Regardless of where you vacation, we know it is a magical time for families where memories are made, and batteries are recharged. Everyone loves a good holiday,...

Summer ☀️ is here, and that means that everyone wants to go swimming! Honestly, can there be a better summer activity? Children and adults alike love being able to play and relax in the pool. There is something for everyone at the pool. Fortunately, Fredericksburg...

Would it surprise you that almost half of the people worldwide do not know how to swim? That’s the planet! Planet Earth 🌎 … Many do not have access to the water sources we are blessed with here in the West. But still, what a staggering number. Gallup tells us that in...

We are gearing up for one of the best summers ever at Little Fish Swimming! If you didn't already know we are going to be opening a 4th location for our Fredericksburg families at Dixon Park. This will be an outdoor summer location where there will be both camps and...

We are excited to be gearing up for our Spring Break Camp at Little Fish this month. This get's all of our swim instructors and staff excited because it signals the turn of a season. Most of our cold winter days are behind us and we are all looking forward to warmer...

Do you believe that everything happens for a reason? I don't know where I stand exactly on the subject, but when things like this happen, it's hard not to at least consider. Nine years ago I started working with Little Fish Swimming full time after a season where I...

If you are like us, you have set your new year’s resolutions and are working hard toward your  goals already. Lucky for us, our swim goals include both physical fitness and life-saving skills.  Learning to swim is a great idea year-round, but we are keeping it in our...

It is easy to think that swimming is only for warm weather. True, swimming in the hot summer months is incredible. However, did you know that you can swim all year long? It’s true, and we’ve done it! Not only can you swim year-round, but you can have a lot of fun...

It's that time of year again! We are all gearing up to gather around the table and celebrate all of the reasons that we are thankful! This year seems a bit different for us over at Little Fish! That last couple of years has been tumultuous for not only us but...

As we swim into the Fall 🍁, we are proud of our swimmers, who are making progress toward their swim goals. Parents often ask, “How long will it take for my swimmer to learn how to swim?” and to that, we like to reply, “How often are you available?” It may sound silly,...

Fall is quickly approaching, and that means change. Change can be a scary thing, or it can be an exciting opportunity. Fortunately, Fall 🍂 is a great and exciting change that brings with it many new ways to enjoy life and our beautiful Virginia. We know this to be...

Summer is in full swing, and boy, is it hot out there. Fortunately, no amount of summer is going to deter kids from enjoying the pool 🏊‍♀️ ! Not only does it feel good, but there are many health benefits to swimming. With school 🏫 right around the corner, maintaining...

We have been blown 🤩 away by the number of kids passing their level in swim lessons both in Fredericksburg and Stafford. Summer time  is one of the best times to get efficient in the water. Since school is out our swimmers can come every day Monday - Friday for our...

Any day now, the pools will open, and our lives will be filled with cheerful laughter and sounds of splashing as our childern 👶 enjoy the water. It is an excellent time of the year and a fun pastime. Rightfully so, our children should enjoy it. As with most...

Who doesn't love spending time in a great park over the Summer months? Well, we sure do! We have a lot of fun with our families being outside and enjoying nature. To top it off, Fredericksburg has some beautiful parks tree 🌳 where we get to do just that. Whether you...

Swimming is awesome! We love it, and we know you love it. Summer is right around the corner, and we already have a lot of families who have joined us for year-round lessons and our summer swim camp. Besides being a ton of fun, we know that learning to swim 🏊 with...