Did you know that May is recognized as National Water Safety Month, to raise awareness and promote the importance of water safety? While safety is our #1 priority every single day, here at Big Blue Swim School, we want to ensure as many families as possible understand how to be safer around water, whether you’re at the water park, beach, or your own backyard pool. After all, drowning is sadly one of the leading causes of death for children under the age of 14, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ([CDC], 2024). To prevent drowning and help families follow some simple sa ..read more

Learning to swim can open a world of opportunity for your little one. Skills learned during swim lessons can benefit your child for the rest of their life! These lessons can also be lifesaving, as kids who take formal swim lessons have an 88% less chance of drowning. Children are more likely to establish a healthy relationship with exercise and fitness, too. Safety is a parent’s top priority, but children who learn to swim at a young age enjoy many other benefits, including superior mental and physical health. The following are 10 benefits of swimming for children! 1. Safety The Centers for D ..read more

It’s no secret that consistency is key, no matter what new skill you’re learning, whether it’s a musical instrument, a language, or a sport. Swimming lessons are no exception, even for children! In case your family is planning an upcoming vacation to the beach, lake, water park, or hotel pool, you might need to consider whether your child has made enough progress to feel safe and confident in the water. Fortunately, that’s where second weekly lessons come in. While regularly attending lessons once a week is a fantastic start, your child is more likely to experience faster progress if they att ..read more

At Big Blue Swim School, we are proud to have countless members of our team, who radiate passion and joy, and are ready to face the day with a smile on their face. Lindsay Pennella, the general manager (GM) of Big Blue Watchung exemplifies just that, as our second Big Blue Staff Member of the Month feature. We are thrilled for you to learn about her dedication to families at the pool and why we are so lucky to have her! Background With experience in hospitality and managing full-service restaurants, Lindsay quickly found Big Blue to be a great change in her career. In fact, she started as on ..read more

If you have ever walked into one of our Big Blue Swim School locations, you might immediately notice our large pool or spacious lobby. As you look around more and more, though, you’ll quickly find beautiful custom murals and branded artwork. You might even wonder how we came up with such unique designs to welcome families and help children feel comfortable during lessons. To celebrate World Art Day, annually recognized on April 15th, we are excited to dive into the artwork that so many of our families and teams have grown to love! Across all our pools, you will find some key artwork, such as ..read more

While it might feel like spring has only just started, summer will be here before we know it. With the warmer months quickly approaching, you might be planning some fun family trips to the local pool or even preparing your own pool in the backyard after a season or two of being closed. To help you prep for summer, we provided this handy guide to cover all things pool toys, from the best options to smart storage solutions, so your family will officially be ready for some ultimate fun in the sun! How to Choose Safe and Hygienic Pool Toys Safety and hygiene are paramount when it comes to swimmin ..read more

While our Big Blue swim instructors make swim lessons extra special for your kids, it's the managers who keep our swim school operations running smoothly day-to-day. Anna Hussey is our General Manager at Big Blue Swim School Apex. Let's dive into Anna's background, as she provides insight into what it's like to work at Big Blue Swim School. We also encourage you to say hi to her when Big Blue Apex officially opens! What is your background? I was born and raised in RTP. The Cary area is my home, but I just moved to the Apex community, and I love getting to know the area, and everyone has been ..read more

While our Big Blue swim instructors make swim lessons extra special for your kids, it's the managers who keep our swim school operations running smoothly day-to-day. Teresa Bostic is our General Manager at Big Blue Swim School Concord. Let's dive into Teresa's background, as she provides insight into what it's like to work at Big Blue Swim School. We also encourage you to say hi to her when Big Blue Concord officially opens! What is your background? I was born and raised in Charlotte, NC, and I currently reside in Cornelius, NC. I attended Western Carolina University, where I received a BSBA ..read more

At Big Blue Swim School, we are proud to have countless members of our team, who are full of passion and joy, and are ready to face the day with a smile on their face. Larry Cuesta, the assistant manager (AM) of Big Blue Pembroke Pines is certainly no exception, which is why he’s our first Big Blue Staff Member of the Month feature. We cannot wait for you to learn about his dedication to families at the pool and why we are so lucky to have him! Background Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Larry has worked in various customer service roles throughout his career, from hospitality to healthcare ..read more

As a parent, we understand you might be busy juggling multiple after-school activities, sports, work, and more for your family. The thought of adding swim lessons to the mix might even feel overwhelming. We get it! That’s why we broke down some of the ways Big Blue Swim School makes things easier for your family, so you’ll always know what to expect and will never feel like a fish out of water. Ultra-Clean Facilities When we mention “clean,” we mean CLEAN. From the pool itself, which uses an extensive water filtration system, to our fall-proof, antimicrobial flooring, we maintain strict clean ..read more