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Exciting Updates at the Swim School! - Behind the Scenes at Russell Aquatics
You may have noticed that our fall session started a bit later than usual this year. Why? We were making some exciting upgrades to our...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Nov 1, 20232 min read
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Expert Tips for Beginner Swimmers
Learning to swim is a vital lifesaving skill. We’ve been honoured to be featured on Toronto Pool Supplies here. We recognize that...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20231 min read
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Why Sticking with One Swim School is Beneficial
You’ve heard us talk about the importance of consistency. Taking year-round lessons is the most effective way to ensure success in your...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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Owners Angle - Why Year Round Swimming is Non-Negotiable...
As the owners of a swim school, it’s not surprising that we insist our children swim year-round. It’s not just convenience that keeps...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20234 min read
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Summer Fun Amidst Covid-19 Closures
As the weather gets warmer, families begin opening backyard pools, visiting beaches and trying to find ways to keep cool. This year,...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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From Backyard to Boxgrove
In 2004, Kerri Russell heard about a program offered through the City of Markham called the Summer Company program. This program created...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Swim Lessons - Why They Should be a Family...
Every day, we have the pleasure of providing swim lessons to hundreds of families. There is truly no greater pleasure than watching our...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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Winter Swim Myths Busted
Every year, we hear from many families of their choice to take the winter session off. Sometimes, it’s for extended travel plans, broken...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Skipping Winter Swim Lessons Might Cost You More
This blog post about winter swim lessons has been shared to us by one of our swim school parents: Jennifer Wu. Thank you, Jennifer. Okay...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20234 min read
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What to Expect for First Time Swimmers
We’ve all seen (or rather heard) it. The screaming, crying and uneasiness of first time swimmers who just don’t seem to be enjoying their...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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Meet the Team: Cassidy
Meet Cassidy – our General Manager at Russell Aquatics! Cassidy oversees facility operations, scheduling, backyard lessons, manages...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Backyard Pool Safety
Make backyard pool safety a priority this summer, as we know, the amount of time that our children spend in pools, lakes, and oceans...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20233 min read
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Why Choose Russell Aquatics?
Let us tell you why you should choose Russell Aquatics Swim School for your learn to swim program this summer: Safety is key!! At Russell...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Watch Me, NOT Your Phone
Children can submerge and silently drown in less than 25 seconds – just long enough for you to answer that text, like a few photos on...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Why It's Important to Start Swimming Early
At a young age, we teach our children about the importance of being safe. We teach them not to run onto the street and to keep their...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Progress Trumps the Badge
Working hard to reach a goal and not achieving the results you were hoping for is frustrating to say the least. It can be especially...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Why Choose a Private Swim School
Whether we do so from childhood or a little later on in life, swimming is an essential life skill to teach and be taught. In Canada,...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20234 min read
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Continuous Swimming
After reading the title you might think this blog would be about continuously swimming lengths for distance. Continuous swimming is much...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Tips for Water Safety and Drowning Prevention
The water is an amazing place to have fun with your children this summer but it’s so important to remember water safety and be aware of...

Russell Aquatics Swim School
Jun 16, 20231 min read
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