Swimming Myths, Tips & Tricks

Who hasn't heard the rule that you have to wait 30 minutes after eating to swim? It's a rule that some follow religiously. This and other myths about swimming have a way of creeping into our belief systems. Unfortunately, many of these so-called facts can prevent you from achieving your best as a swimmer. At [...]

There's nothing quite like swimming in the open water. Unlike a pool, the open water has no defined boundaries, allowing you to stretch your limits and genuinely swim your heart out. However, with open water comes its own unique set of challenges. In a contained pool, you know what to expect. In the open water, [...]

Swimming isn't just a fun summer activity—it's a low-impact, high-reward exercise with surprising physical and mental benefits. From boosting brain power to improving gross motor skills, here's how swimming transforms the body and mind. 1. Swimming Boosts Cognitive Function by Increasing Blood Flow You've probably heard that physical activity is good for your brain, but [...]

Call us biased. You can't call us wrong! We think swimming is hands-down one of the best activities for physical and mental well-being. This isn't just our opinion — numerous studies bear testament to the incredible benefits of swimming. And when it comes to getting the most out of your swim sessions, private lessons hold [...]

It’s never too late to learn how to swim - but what about too early? Like watching your child ride a bicycle without training wheels, seeing them swim across the pool is very rewarding. Swimming is an excellent activity for any age group but should be done with proper precautions. This is the main reason [...]

For many, the process of selecting the perfect gift can be difficult. No one wants to give a gift that’s anything but perfect for the recipient, and oftentimes our desire to please leads to us overthinking things. Of course, the more you know about someone, the easier gift buying is. For example, if you are [...]

Here at Blue Buoy Swim School, we craft our classes so they are naturally rewarding to you or your child. However, we know that not everyone lives close enough to learn with us, and even if you do, you might want some tips to help get even more out of your lessons. We love the [...]

Swimming is one of the most competitive solo sports in the world. To be the best, swimmers always look for an edge to swim faster and more efficiently. One critical element of competitive swimming is breathing quickly and effectively. Professional athletes often use bilateral breathing to enhance performance. What Is Bilateral Breathing? The word "bilateral" [...]

Whether you swim for personal recreation or have competitive goals in mind, you'll almost certainly benefit from improving your existing set of skills. For recreational swimmers, improved skills translate into increased confidence and a more relaxed attitude in the water. For competitive swimmers, improvement in the pool often proves essential for meeting specific objectives, such [...]