Goldfish Swim School - Puyallup

You might have noticed that we're pretty passionate about celebrating here, and for good reason! 🎉 Ribbons are one of those little ways we like to go Above and Beyond to make our swimmers feel seen and supported.

Whether it's a ribbon for accomplishing a new skill, being a good listener, swimming the length of the pool or following the golden rules - every ribbon is a chance for kiddos to feel recognized, encouraged, and cheered on - and we can't get enough of that! 🤗

A recent study from the CDC shows that tragically drowning deaths are on the rise. Goldfish Swim School brand ambassador and world champion swimmer, Cullen Jones, joined CBS News to discuss the importance of water safety and learning how to swim. From having a near-drowning experience to becoming an Olympic medalist - Cullen shares his story and why he's made water safety his mission. 💙

Watch the full interview here

Olympian Cullen Jones shares swimming safety tips A recent CDC study shows drowning deaths are on the rise in the U.S. World champion swimmer and four-time Olympic gold medalist Cullen Jones is hoping to bring those numbers down. Jones joins CBS News to discuss how to stay safe in the water.

Happy Sunday from some of our Lifeguards during Lifeguard Training!

Safety is our top priority here

Last week while we were closed we did a lot of training.

Did you know we have a certified lifeguard on duty to ensure your swimmers are always safe in and around the pool!?!?

Today is National Best Friends Day!!!

Share your swim Besties with us!!👯‍♀️🧡🫧

Whether you met or brought each other here, swim besties are the best besties!!!

At Goldfish Swim School, we say “the proof is in the Progressions” because we know that’s how each individual child is able to truly learn and thrive. 🧡

A progression for some children might look like them feeling scared or anxious their first few swim lessons, but then becoming more comfortable as they continue with their lessons. For other students, it might look like completing a skill unassisted or attempting a skill unassisted. As children begin to make waves in their lessons, they’ll progress through different skill and lesson levels.

The thing to remember is that every single progression matters, and it’s all proof of a kiddo’s learning and growth! 💫

WOW, Thank you Ashley for taking the time to leave not one, but TWO fintastic testimonials! We are doing backflips for joy knowing that you and your kids are having a swimsational time at Goldfish!

May 13th, 2024
Well.. .I'm pretty really annoying saying this again..but we started here last September 2023 (when they first opened)..and my kids are going strong. I have my oldest and youngest in glider 2. And my middle in glider 3. All staff have been exceptional and have been absolutely the best on helping my kids succeed in swim. My oldest was very very scared of water..and now he is finally swimming!!!!! If anyone has a child like that...please come here. It may take time...but they are worth it. They feel like family here. I also still don't have to fight for a spot ever to get my children in. And if we miss class we still can make it up easily. I have gotten teary eyed with how wonderful they are.

This summer and beyond, we're on a mission to help as many children as possible learn how to swim and become safer when in and around the water. Swim and swim lessons aren't just a fun activity or sport, they're a way to learn critical life-saving skills every child should have. 🧡

Let's make a difference together by sharing the importance of water safety and swim lessons! ✨

THANK YOU!!!

Our Splash and Dash and Safer Swimmer Pledge have come to an end. We just want to give a BIG Thank You to all of you for participating and supporting every child a swimmer! An extra special thank you to for partnering with us!
It takes a village to make a difference and we couldn't have done it without all of your help.

We will reach out to the winners this week, so keep your eyes peeled!

We can't wait to see you in the POOL 💦 💦 💦 !!!

June is here, which means it's time for a new monthly celebration! 🎉 From those that like to stick to dry land to our fishy friends in the sea, this month we invite you to Celebrate Animals with us!

Does your kiddo have a favorite animal? Share it with us in the comments below! 🦀

Today is the LAST day to take our Safer Swimmer Pledge, Win Prizes, and be a Wavemaker for Water Safety!!!!!

Check out the images below for the Top 5 Reasons for you and your family to take the Safer Swimmer Pledge!!!

Click the link below to take the pledge!!!

https://goldfishswimschool.com/safer-swimmer-pledge

Employee of the Month, Meet Colin!

Help us give Colin a big round of applause 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Congratulations, Colin!

Make a SPLASH with a Jump Start Clinic this SUMMER ☀️

Four reasons to sign up for a Jump Start Clinic:

1. Get swim ready for summer. JSCs are a great way to jump-start learning and get your kids swim-ready for summer!

2. Test the waters. Are you thinking of enrolling your child in perpetual lessons but aren't sure? This low-commitment program is a great way to get your feet wet!

3. Master a skill. Give your kiddo a boost to hone their skills and achieve their goals!

4. Bust boredom. Give your child a fun activity to look forward to each day of the week: swim lessons!

Our Jump Start Clinics are a great way to get that extra boost of swim knowledge. You can add a Jump Start Clinic in addition to your usual weekly lesson for a boost on skills, or if a week of lessons works better with your schedule this is the perfect solution!

For more information or to register please give us a call at 253.242.2483

Why are the water safety skills we teach during swim lessons so important?

The short answer is that every skill we teach plays a critical role in drowning prevention. 🧡

Practicing these skills every week is key so that these skills become part of children's muscle memory. Depending on the water safety situation they might find themselves in, the goal is that they will instinctively know what to do. This is why repetition and continuation both matter a great deal when it comes to swim lessons for kids! 🐠

What else would you like to learn more about? Let us know in the comments!

In remembrance of our nation's heroes this Memorial Day, we'd like to pay our respects, and thank all those who so bravely fought and gave their lives for our country. 🇺🇸

While many also mark this day as the start of summer, it's important to remember the true meaning of this day, and what it means to so many. Never forget, ever honor. 💙

Attention Families, Just a Friendly Reminder!

We will be closed May 27, 2024-June 2, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day as well as staff training and continued education.

Our front desk will be open!!

Please call us at 253.242.2483 or email at [email protected] with any questions!

We can’t wait to see you back in the pool soon!!

Miss Sabrina’s Student brought her this adorable Bubbles and Friends cup!

We thought it was too cute not to share!

Have a fabulous weekend 🧡

Did you know we offer mini lessons for babies! We sure do!

Benefits of Mini Lessons:
💦Expands cerebral communication
💦Strengthens social confidence
💦Enhances neurological development
💦Deepens the parent-infant bond
💦Reduces the risk of drowning by up to 88%
💦Boosts overall development of the child
💦Improves motor development
💦Increases memory capacity

Get started by heading to our website, we can’t wait to see you in the pool!!

https://goldfishswimschool.com/puyallup/?y_source=1_MTAxNDU5OTQyNy03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D

Star Student of the Month, Meet Henry!
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We are so incredibly proud of the progress Henry has made!

Congratulations!!!

It's time for Water Safety Wednesday - the Safer Swimmer Pledge edition! 🤩

As we splash our way toward the end of the month the countdown to get as many Safer Swimmers as possible is o-fish-ally on. Will you help us?! To take the pledge, swim over to goldfishswimschool.com and follow the steps. ✨

Once you've taken the pledge you'll receive an exclusive promo from LEGOLAND for a Buy One, Get One admission offer for any LEGOLAND Amusement Park or Discovery Center! Plus, you’ll be entered to win the GOLDEN Family Getaway to LEGOLAND, along with $2,024 in GOLD-HARD Cash! - amongst other swimsational prizes! 🎉

Here's to making waves for water safety and having fun while doing it!! 🧡

Make a SPLASH with a Jump Start Clinic this SUMMER ☀️

Four reasons to sign up for a Jump Start Clinic:

1. Get swim ready for summer. JSCs are a great way to jump-start learning and get your kids swim-ready for summer!

2. Test the waters. Are you thinking of enrolling your child in perpetual lessons but aren't sure? This low-commitment program is a great way to get your feet wet!

3. Master a skill. Give your kiddo a boost to hone their skills and achieve their goals!

4. Bust boredom. Give your child a fun activity to look forward to each day of the week: swim lessons!

Our Jump Start Clinics are a great way to get that extra boost of swim knowledge. You can add a Jump Start Clinic in addition to your usual weekly lesson for a boost on skills, or if a week of lessons works better with your schedule this is the perfect solution!

For more information or to register please give us a call at 253.242.2483

How do we keep our kids safe while swimming? We partnered with Good Inside founder and clinical psychologist Dr. Becky at Good Inside to share some tips for talking to kids about water safety.

The big idea: A parent's number one job is to keep their kid safe. If a child is having a hard time following the rules, keeping them safe means validating their feelings *and* holding firm boundaries. ( : A boundary is something a parent says they will do… it actually requires a kid to do nothing!)

Want to learn more about swim safety ahead of summer? DM us to find a Goldfish Swim School near you, and follow Dr. Becky at Good Inside for more tips on sturdy parenting!

Attention Families, Just a Friendly Reminder!

We will be closed May 27, 2024-June 2, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day as well as staff training and continued education.

Please send us an email at [email protected] with any questions!

Today, we Celebrate a day that's all about what we do best - it's !! 🤩

This is a day dedicated to passing down the life-saving skill of swimming to young children. It's also a day that aims to spread awareness for water safety and the importance of learning how to swim to children and adults alike.

In many ways, you could say that we're celebrating this day all year long. 😉 Get into the spirit of the day by going over these 5 basic swim skills and sharing them with your community!

Does your little fish know all 5 of these skills? 🐠

Congratulations to our GOLDEN Guard of the Month, Kloey!

Thanks for all you do here !!!

Make sure to give her a high five next time you see her!!!

Today's Water Safety Wednesday is particularly special because it just so happens to be ! This day aims to increase awareness of drowning and the critical need for water safety education. As you probably already know, this is a mission we're deeply passionate about and pursue every single day. 🧡

Take this day as an opportunity to have a conversation with your family, friends, and kiddos about the importance of water safety. Start the conversation by going over these tips, and if you haven't already signed the Safer Swimmer Pledge - today is the perfect day for it!

Together, we can all play a role in minimizing the risk of drowning. Let's see just how big of a difference we can make! 🤗

We took the Pledge and so should YOU!!!

Take the Safer Swimmer Pledge with your kiddo to remind them of the 5 water-safety must-knows before you hit the pools, lakes and beaches this summer!

THE SAFER SWIMMER PLEDGE

🛟 Whether I’m at home, the beach or pool, I will play it cool and follow the rules.

🛟 When it comes to swimming, water safety is key, that’s why I will always have an adult with me.

🛟 When I’m around water or on a boat, I can wear a life jacket to help me float.

🛟 No matter how deep the water may be, I’ll jump in with my feet.

🛟 If I see a swimmer in need, I’ll throw them something to float, and then I’ll go and get an adult.

By taking the Safer Swimmer Pledge, you’re impacting children around the country! Your pledge has allowed us to donate $1 to the USA Swimming Foundation, helping them to provide life-saving swim lessons to children in need.

Head to the link below to take the pledge online because you can WIN awesome prizes too!!

goldfishswimschool.com/safer-swimmer-pledge

For many of us, anxiety might be something that we think about more concerning adults than children, but the truth is that many children deal with anxiety or anxious tendencies.

We know that trying new things, like swim lessons, can sometimes cause that anxiety to rise for little ones. So we teamed up with board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Molly O’Shea, to create some tips for parents and caregivers who have children that are experiencing some anxiety around swim lessons. 🧡

Swim lessons provide children with life-saving water skills, so we want as many children as possible to learn these crucial skills. If your child is experiencing some fears or anxiety with swim lessons, know that our team is fully prepared to kindly and patiently support you and your kiddo so that they can confidently move forward with their swim lessons.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all of our Mom's 🧡 🧡 🧡

We know you're truly the BEST!!!!