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Life Time Swim

jordan raglund diving into the pool

From Splashing in the Family Pool to Breaking Swim Records

Inside the training, mindset, and support system that help swimmer Jordan Ragland compete and succeed at the highest junior levels.
By Tina Nguyen
Aqua FitnessMember Stories
child swimming in a pool

What Is the Best Age to Start Swim Lessons?

Recommendations for when to start your kids in swim lessons and how to progress as they become comfortable in the water.
By Tina Nguyen
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
A young bowl swimming under the water in a pool with a swim instructor by his side.

5 Reasons to Keep Your Kids Swimming All Year Long

Learn why swimming is a beneficial activity no matter the season.
By Sophie Lunda
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
A young child jumping into the air with swimming gear on.

5 Swimming-Gear Essentials to Keep Kids Safe in the Pool

A checklist for getting your child ready to jump in the water.
By Emily Ewen
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
Three kids swimming in the pool

The Power of a Positive Coach

A Q&A with a Life Time Swim coach and swim-team members on the importance of leadership, building community, and instilling lifelong passion for young athletes.
By Emily Ewen
Aqua FitnessFitness Tips
Tommy Blake standing in front of a pool at Life Time.

Diving for the Win: A Life Time Member Story

Longtime member and veteran Tommy Blake competed in his first-ever swim meet at 81 — and surprised himself with his ability.
By Callie Fredrickson
Member StoriesMotivation & Inspiration
person jumping off diving board

7 Life Lessons of Competitive Swimming

What kids acquire between swim lanes can be used to navigate the waters of life.
By Nancy Brenden
Aqua FitnessFitness Tips
A young boy underwater in a pool giving a thumbs up next to an instructor.

Everything You Need to Know About Life Time Swim Lessons

Learn the best time to enroll your child, what you can expect throughout, and how lessons progress as your child advances.
By Lindsey Frey Palmquist
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
young boy with goggles peaking out of water

Life Time Swim 101

This expert Q&A explains all the swim programs Life Time has to offer, including lessons and activities.
By Life Time Editorial Team
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
One kid about to jump off a diving board into a pool next to two other kids on swim team.

What You Need to Know About Life Time’s Swim Team

How this sport can help transform young swimmers into lifelong athletes — and why it could be a beneficial activity for your kiddos.
By Molly Kopischke
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
a Life Time swim instructor helps a child float on her back

Your Questions, Answered: How is Life Time Keeping its Pools and Swimmers Safe?

See what we’re doing to maintain clean pools and safe swim programming so you can feel confident bringing your little swimmers to learn and splash.
By Molly Kopischke
Aqua FitnessMembership
Young boy with swimming goggles and towel wrapped around his shoulders.

At-Home Swim Exercises for Kids of All Ability Levels

Maintain and even improve your child’s swimming abilities outside of the pool with these practice tips and exercises.
By Lindsey Frey Palmquist
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
A young girl holding onto a rail while walking into the shallow end of a pool.

Pool Safety Essentials

Seven expert tips for keeping kids safe in and near water.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
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