Planning a Family Vacation to the Ocean? Essential Water Safety Tips
Planning a Family Vacation to the Ocean? Family trips to the beach, ocean, or lake create unforgettable memories, but water safety should always be a priority to prevent accidents. The ocean’s beauty can be deceiving—it’s unpredictable, powerful, and can pose risks to swimmers of all ages. Each year, tragic drowning incidents occur, making it crucial […]
How Swim Lessons Boost Confidence in Children
How Swim Lessons Help Build Confidence in Children Swimming is more than a valuable life skill. It’s a powerful way to help children build confidence that carries into school, friendships, and everyday life. From overcoming fear of the water to mastering new skills, swim lessons give children repeated opportunities to succeed, try again, and grow. […]
The Four Main Swim Strokes: Why Your Child Should Master Them Through Year-Round Swim Lessons
The Four Main Swim Strokes: Why Your Child Should Master Them At Emler Swim School, we believe swimming is a life skill every child should master, and a big part of that mastery comes from learning the four primary swim strokes. Each stroke offers unique benefits and challenges, and learning all of them helps build […]
How Swimming Supports Physical and Mental Health in Children
In today’s tech-dominated world, where screen time often replaces outdoor play, finding activities that support the physical and mental well-being of children is crucial. Swimming stands out as one of the best ways to promote holistic health, offering not just fitness benefits but also mental and emotional support. Whether your child is a beginner or […]
Introducing Emler Swim School of Tanasbourne: Our Newest Location in Portland, Oregon
Introducing Emler Swim School Tanasbourne Are you looking for a way to keep your kids active and build their confidence in the water? Emler Swim School of Tanasbourne offers year-round swim lessons near you, in the heart of Portland, Oregon designed to help children of all ages and skill levels master essential water safety and […]
Supporting Your Swimmer’s Dreams: Q&A with Cullette Sommers
Preparing for Competitive Swimming: A Q&A With Cullette Sommers For families with advanced swimmers, the transition from lessons to competitive swimming can feel like a big leap. Understanding when a child is ready, what preparation looks like, and how to ease that transition matters. That’s why we sat down with Cullette Sommers, longtime swim professional […]
