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National Drowning Prevention Week July 21-27

Water safety should always be at the top of parents minds in the summer months. Every year, avoidable and tragic drowning deaths occur in communities across Canada. NDPW aims to raise awareness to the risks and also to what parents can do to stay safe around water. Lifejackets are for everyone For it to be effective, a #lifejacket must fit right and be worn properly. Be sure everyone is geared up this summer for safety 80% of people who drowned while boating were either not wearing a #lifejacket or weren’t wearing it properly. Make sure everyone is wearing a...

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Fall Session Info & Registration Dates!

Start the school year off with good habits. Secure your spot for our busiest session of the year. The fall session will run September 3 – December 16. 15 weeks long no lessons Sunday October 13 & Monday October 14 (ThanksGiving) and Thursday October 31 (Halloween). Registration Dates: For current summer clients: if your same spot is available for fall, you will get an email with the option to renew your same spot on August 13 or 14. Click on the link in the email to renew your spot if your same spot is not available, or if you...

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Summer Session Info & Registration Dates!

Summer is coming! And it’s always cool in the pool! Have a pool? We’ll come to you! That’s right! In the summer season, you can book at-home swim lessons where our professional instructors will come right to your pool and teach in the comfort of your own home!   The summer session will run June 24 – August 25. 9 weeks There will be no lessons July 1 (Canada Day) Registration Dates: For current spring clients: if your same spot is available for spring, you will get an email with the option to renew your same spot on May 28 or 29....

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Why Become a Swim Instructor

SWIM INSTRUCTORS ARE AWESOME – 6 REASONS WHY Becoming a swim instructor can be a rewarding and fulfilling career or hobby for several reasons: Helping others: As a swim instructor, you will be helping people of all ages learn a valuable life skill and potentially save their lives in the event of an emergency. It’s a rewarding job: Seeing your students progress and gain confidence in the water can bring a great sense of satisfaction and purpose. Physical activity: Teaching swimming requires you to be active and in the water, which can be a fun and healthy way to stay in shape....

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The Advantage of Doing Swim Lessons in a Hotel

There are several advantages of doing swim lessons in a hotel swimming pool: Convenience: The abundance of hotels (compared to aquatic centers) usually means a hotel is available close to you. Warm water: Hotel pools typically keep their water warmer compared to municipal pools, woohoo! Privacy: Hotel pools are typically less crowded than public pools, which can provide a more private and intimate setting for swim lessons. In fact, surveys show that hotel pools are empty 80% of the time. This can make it easier for students to focus and receive one-on-one attention from the instructor. Amenities: Many hotel...

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Spring 2024 Registration Dates!

It might be cold out, but it’s always warm in the pool! The spring session will run March 18 – June 16. 13 weeks There will be no lessons March 29 – April 1 (Easter) and May 20 (Victoria Day) Registration Dates: For current winter clients: if your same spot is available for winter, you will get an email with the option to renew your same spot on February 20 or 21. Click on the link in the email to renew if your same spot is not available, or if you wish to instead book a new spot, you can...

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Why it’s Never Too Late for Adults to Learn Swimming

Swimming is an essential life skill that can bring numerous benefits to people of all ages. Whether you are a young adult or a senior citizen, learning to swim can enhance your physical and mental health, as well as increase your confidence and sense of independence. In this article, we will explore the reasons why you should consider taking up swimming, especially if you are an adult non-swimmer. 1. Improved Physical Health Swimming is a low-impact and full-body workout that can improve your cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and endurance. Swimming regularly can help you lose weight, tone your muscles,...

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Tips When Doing Swimming Lessons in Winter (or when it gets cold out)

If you’re taking swimming lessons in the winter, here are some tips that can help you make the most of your experience: Wear a wetsuit: If the water is cold, wearing a wetsuit can help keep you warm and provide extra buoyancy, which can make it easier to swim. Invest in a swim cap: A swim cap can help keep your head warm and reduce the amount of heat your body loses to the water. Use earplugs: If the water is cold, it can be uncomfortable to swim with water in your ears. Wearing earplugs can help prevent this....

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Installments, make up lessons, and more – Why Choose CSS

In an era where costs are rising, and where fixed commitments now seem more fluid than ever, it is important to choose services for your children that are readily adaptable to the ever-changing world we live in.

That’s why at Canada Swim School, we strive to offer aquatic programs that allow parents to are flexible, affordable, and above all all fun and challenging for their swimmers.

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Winter 2024 Registration Dates!

It might be cold out, but it’s always warm in the pool! The winter session will run January 6 – March 3. 8 weekdays and 9 weekends There will be no lessons on Family Day, Monday February 19 Registration Dates: For current fall clients: if your same spot is available for winter, you will get an email with the option to renew your same spot on December 5 or 6. Click on the link in the email to renew if your same spot is not available, or if you wish to instead book a new spot, you can do so on December...

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LIVE

Explore the health benefits of swimming and how to teach your child a “safety first” approach in the pool.

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LOVE

Learn how to create a love of swimming through a variety of fun and interactive games and activities.

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SWIM

Discover the success stories in competitive swimming from both children and young adults.

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