Category: Parenting Tips

As parents, we constantly seek ways to empower our children with essential life skills. While sports, arts, and academics play vital roles, few skills are as universally important—and potentially life-saving—as swimming. At Felix Swim Schools, we believe swimming education goes far beyond learning how to float or do a front crawl. That’s where the Bronze...

When people think about lifeguard training, they often focus on physical fitness, rescue skills, and CPR techniques. And while all of those are vital, there’s something just as important that develops during a lifeguard course—confidence. At Felix’s Swim Schools, our National Lifeguard (NLS) graduates frequently tell us that lifeguard training didn’t just prepare them for...

Breathing might seem like the most natural thing in the world—until you’re in the water. For children learning to swim, proper breath control is not just a technical skill. It’s the foundation for staying calm, moving efficiently, and building real confidence in the pool. At Felix’s Swim Schools, we recognize the critical role breathing plays...

How Parents Can Help Their Child Overcome It. Learning to swim is one of the most important life skills a child can develop—but for many, it’s not as simple as jumping in and having fun. One of the most common (and often overlooked) obstacles to swim progress is fear of water. This fear can range...

When it comes to child development, the earlier you start building healthy habits, the better—and that includes swimming. While baby swimming lessons may seem like just cute water play, they actually provide powerful developmental benefits that support your child’s physical, cognitive, and emotional growth. At Felix’s Swim Schools, we’ve been helping Toronto families build strong...