by Haley Whatley | Apr 2, 2023 | Blog
Whether your family is headed to the pool or beach this summer, it’s important to remember that keeping swimsuits clean and in good condition is a must. Not only can proper care of swimwear help protect your children’s skin from bacteria (both in and out of the... by Haley Whatley | Mar 26, 2023 | Blog
Taking your family swimming is a great way to make lasting memories and keep your kids active during the summer months. But all that chlorine can wreak havoc on their skin! That’s why it’s important to learn how to enjoy the pool without having it affect your child’s... by Haley Whatley | Mar 19, 2023 | Blog
Swimming is a such a fun summer activity, but chlorine can damage your hair if you’re not careful. If you or your children take regular trips to the pool, there are steps you can take to protect your hair from chlorine damage. In this blog, we’ll provide tips on how... by Haley Whatley | Mar 5, 2023 | Blog
Sun damage can wreak havoc on your hair, leaving it dry and brittle. It is especially important to take care of the hair of young children, as they are extra vulnerable to the sun’s rays. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to protect your family’s... by Haley Whatley | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog
Summertime is here and that means it’s time to hit the pool! Whether you’re lounging poolside or taking a dip to cool off, it’s important to protect your skin from the harmful effects of the sun. In this blog post, we’ll give you some tips on... by Haley Whatley | Jan 19, 2023 | Blog
Welcome back, today’s core value is SAFETY. This one is simple, but so foundational. Safety is the biggest reason anyone learns to swim: to keep themselves safe, to keep their children safe, to be able to save others if something goes wrong in the water. While... by Haley Whatley | Aug 20, 2022 | Blog
Welcome back to our Core Values Series! We are breaking down our core values to give you a better idea of the purpose behind Whatley Swim, or why we do what we do. We strive to incorporate these values into our biggest decisions down to our smallest ones. One thing we... by Haley Whatley | Jun 1, 2022 | Blog
At Whatley Swim, one of the most important parts of being a great swim instructor has nothing to do with swimming and everything to do with connecting with our students. How can we build trust with them? Encourage them when they are scared or timid or feeling alone?... by Haley Whatley | Apr 5, 2022 | Blog
From our end, we take things seriously. We work hard to maximize the time your child is in class with us by teaching engaging and fun lessons that build your children’s swimming skills. Our instructors are trained and prepare for each lesson by writing a lesson plan.... by Haley Whatley | Mar 1, 2022 | Blog
Last month, we talked about the techniques we use when teaching visual and aural learners, the first two letters in the VARK acronym. Make sure to check out that post here! The VARK model is a popular method used to categorize learning styles, and the acronym stands...