Entries by Terri Mommsen

4th of July SAFE Swim Scholarship Giveaway

As we prepare to celebrate the 4th of July, a time for family, friends, and fun in the sun, we’re excited to announce ANOTHER SAFE Swim Scholarship Giveaway!! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1-4. For every child under age 18 who dies […]

2024 Step Into Swim Scholarship Giveaway

CONGRATULATIONS TO ELIZABETH EDGE, OF BLYTHEVILLE!! Elizabeth is our most recent scholarship winner! Many thanks to the Step Into Swim program for sponsoring this scholarship!! —ORIGINAL POST— We’re continuing to celebrate NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MONTH this May by giving away ONE MORE scholarship, made possible by a grant from the Step Into Swim program. Drowning […]

National Water Safety Month Scholarship Giveaway

UPDATE: Congratulations to Sara Sullins, of Dell!! She is our newest scholarship winner! —Original Post— We’re celebrating NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MONTH this May with another scholarship giveaway!!! Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death worldwide, and many of these incidents are preventable with proper water safety measures. National Water Safety Month helps educate people […]

Levi Nash Potts: A celebration of life

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!!! Due to generous donations, we’ve been able to give away FIVE SAFE Swim Scholarships in memory of Levi Potts instead of just one. Congratulations to the following parents: – Sara Russell, of Kennett– Candace Johnson, of Brookland– Heather Schrader, of Lake City– Casey Dawson, of Lepanto– Jessica Rickman, of Bono Thank you so […]

Toddler swim lessons are worth it

By now, you’ve probably figured out that we offer toddler swim lessons. I’ve heard the service we offer get called everything from essential life-saving skills to torture and waterboarding.  I get it. To onlookers – sometimes strangers and sometimes family – infant/toddler swim lessons appear cruel and uncalled for. The new student is “taken” from […]

Announcing new bright swimwear line!

Hey there, water lovers! We’ve got some exciting news to share. We’ve teamed up with The SAFE Swim Foundation to bring you the coolest, bright swimwear line around — BRIGHTSwim! Imagine your little ones rocking bold, ’90s-inspired colors and patterns that not only look awesome but also keep them visible in the water. With BRIGHTSwim, […]

Swimming lessons can be a game-changer for kids with Autism

Alright, let’s talk about something cool: swimming lessons for children with autism. You know, it’s not just about having fun in the pool; it’s a fantastic way to help kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) thrive. So, why are swimming lessons such a big deal for these awesome kids? Let’s break it down. Splashin’ into […]

Sometimes we have to do hard things

“Sometimes we have to do hard things.” One of our mommas gently reminds her child of this during each lesson. I know these survival swim lessons are not easy for parents to watch, and some of our students start out not liking the process, but these lessons are crucial. They could save a life. According […]

Their swimsuit needs to be bright in color!

As the temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, it’s time to gear up for some serious water fun! But before you hit the waves, let’s talk about an important aspect of swim safety that often goes unnoticed: swimsuit colors. Did you know that the color of your child’s swimsuit could affect their visibility in […]