About Sierra Swimming
Then
Being in, on, and around the water was a regular part of my childhood - swim team, grandparents' pools, weekend sailing, summers at the lake, then lifeguard certification in high school.
Now
Why do I teach swimming? It is fun and rewarding, but I am also a mom of active boys and know the importance of water safety. Red Cross certifications have included: WSI, CPR, First Aid.
In my grandparents' pool with my mother.
The lesson pool.
Swim Team
I strongly encourage every child to join a summer swim team. Even just one season builds confidence and takes swimming skills to the next level. It is a potentially life-saving extracurricular activity. Ideally, kids will participate on a summer team for a number of years. If your kids enjoy the experience, they might decide to try USA Swimming.
Quick tip: If you are seeking stroke instruction or refinement for a child already swimming on a team, ask your team coaches about private lessons. This allows at least one team coach to get to know your swimmer better and vice versa.
Oldest son - breaststroke.
Youngest son - backstroke.