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Humpty Dumpty sat on the wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall…

by Brad Crump | Jul 20, 2016 | Lesson Guide for Parents

Many of you have heard the Humpty Dumpty song during your time with us at the pool. This jingle is a fun distraction for swimmers to sing while they are practicing “simulate falls” also known as “slide-ins”. It also helps overcome fear! A great way to introduce...

Beware of Big Arms!!

by Brad Crump | May 4, 2016 | Lesson Guide for Parents

The floating foundation vs. arm circles One very frequently asked question by parents is, “when is my child going to learn big arms and swim with their arms out of the water?” Please keep reading for our answer. “Learn to float,” Njswim’s philosophy and approach to...

Say YAY for Substitutes!!!

by Brad Crump | Feb 16, 2016 | Lesson Guide for Parents

Why substitutes are good for your swimmers progress? We love all of our teachers because each teach brings a unique perspective to the lessons. As weeks roll on, each teacher develops a special relationship with the swimmers in their classes and gets to know their...