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Could Your Warnings Be Hindering the Success of Swimming Lessons?
by Elizabeth Dohm – Waterworks On Wheels Instructor When a child starts to swim, we generally have him/her in the shallow end. This is mostly because we like to keep beginning swimmers on the steps of the pool in a semi-confined area. Most children become comfortable with swimming in the shallow end within a few..
read moreIntroducing Bindi, The Waterworks Mascot!
The Crested Gecko (Rhacodactylus ciliatus) is a species of gecko native to southern New Caledonia (located in the Southwest Pacific, about 750 miles east of Australia). The species was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in 1994 after a tropical storm. The name Rhacodactylus is Greek in origin: Rhakos, meaning “spine” andDactylus meaning “finger”. The specific name, ciliatus, is Latin: Cilia means “fringe” or “eyelash” and refers to the crest..
read moreAugust’s Drowning Prevention Campaign Kick-Off
by David Rookhuyzen – Aug. 1, 2012 09:42 PM The Republic | azcentral.com At the height of the summer swim season, Phoenix Children’s Hospital will take the next 31 days to remind everyone of the consequences of leaving children unattended near water. The hospital kicked off its ninth annual Drowning Impact Awareness Month with a..
read moreWelcome Carol!
Welcome to my first-ever blog! Yes, I am one of those people who does not use Facebook and has never blogged. (I wasn’t even sure what a blog was for that matter…but with Gretchen’s expertise, I WILL be a blogger!). I’m super excited! I am not exactly a ‘techie’ and my small “brick” cell phone..
read moreSwimmer Spotlight: Ethan
I just love this video that Ethan’s family made of him in their backyard pool. It is so cool and so fun! My friend Jake, Ethan’s step-dad, made the video and shared it with me. When he was interviewing him in his chair eating breakfast he realized that Ethan had his Waterworks On Wheels tee..
read moreSafety Day at Waterworks On Wheels
If your child falls into the pool while unsupervised, the chances are high that they are going to be fully clothed. Although an adult should be in the pool area with a child at all times, we are aiming to provide children with tools that could potentially save their lives in the few minutes it..
read moreHow to Establish Healthy Exercise Routines in Children
by Maggie McCormick via ModernMom.com The American Heart Association recommends 60 minutes of daily physical activity for children. This does not have to be all at the same time — you can split it up into several sessions. Children aren’t likely to follow a typical adult’s exercise schedule. Instead, you should look for activities that..
read moreBreaking Down the Freestyle
by Elizabeth Dohm – Waterworks On Wheels Instructor & Office Assistant At Waterworks On Wheels, we offer lessons for children who are non-swimmers, those who can swim and want prepare for swim team, and every level in between. While we do not have a competitive swim team, we do offer our competitive swimming class which..
read moreJust a Spoonful of…Swimming!
If you’ve paid for swimming lessons, keeping your child out for a lesson due to a cold is sometimes a tough call. You know your child best, and if he or she should be bundled up in bed with a bowl of chicken soup – you’re the expert! However, we can offer a few pointers..
read moreSet ‘Em Up for Success
One of the biggest issues we encounter each year with swim lesson scheduling is that parents often wait until the warmer months to get their children started. While it does make sense that we’re not thinking about swimsuits, beach vacations or days at the water park in January, waiting until March or April to introduce..
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