How do you become an Olympian? For Missy Franklin, the journey to the top of her sport was made possible by the support of her parents, her faith, grit, determination and resiliency. This is a book, not only for aspiring Olympic hopefuls…but for their families a well. Shipping/Handing Fee: $8.50 * Book must be ordered by 11/30/2017 for delivery the week of Dec 11, 2017. No refunds, no returns. https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/product/relentless-spirit/
Swim Strong is proud to present these beautifully hand crafted and handmade distinctive jewelry items…just in time for Holiday giving! Wear your Swim Strong Swimmer with pride and know that you are a vital supporter of our mission to save and change lives through the teaching of water safety and strong swimming skills. *Shipping and handling (only if being mailed) $8.50 *Orders must be made by 11/30/2017 to be delivered to you the week of December 11th *No refunds, no returns. https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/product/sterling-silver-pins/ https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/product/14k-gold-pins/ https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/product/earrings/ https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/product/sterling-silver-bracelet/
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Shawn Slevin Executive Director Swim Strong Foundation shawn.slevin@SwimStrongFoundation.org Swim Strong Foundation received a $5000 grant from PepsiCo, the second investment to support our youth volunteer mentoring program. Swim Strong will provide job readiness skills that transcend the pool and can be applied from the school room to the board room. These skills include resume writing, networking, the professional use of social media and interviewing skills. PepsiCo has made a substantial investment in the youth of New York. Through their leadership, PepsiCo continues...
Swim Strong Foundation Butterfly Bootcamp TOMORROW Saturday, 10/28/2017 9:00-11:00am Flushing Meadows Aquatic Center Featuring: Joep (Jay) van Grunsven Fee: $75 per participant Last opportunity to swim with Coach Jay!! Coach Jay has swum with the Royal Dutch Swimming Federation. He is a 37 times State Champion. He holds 18 State records. He is an 8 times Dutch Champion and holds one Dutch record for the 4x100 Medley, Breaststroke leg. Breaststroke and the IM are his specialties. He has competed in not only his home country of the Netherlands but...
Get Ready Get Wet: Build comfort and confidence in preparation for actual swim instruction. (30 Minutes) The class introduces new swimmers to the water. Children as young as 3 years old can participate if an adult family member joins them in the water. Learn to Swim: Learn proper breathing and streamlining techniques, freestyle and backstroke. (1 Hour) Learn to swim advanced class teaches freestyle and backstroke. Stroke Enhancement Program: Learn skills in preparation for joining a competitive team. (1.5-2 Hours) For swimmers who have...
Swim Strong Foundation is ahead of the curve. We NEVER teach swim skills with flotation devices of ANY kind! Referenced from Newsday No more Guppies and Polliwogs: YMCA revamps child swim courses Updated September 27, 2017 9:52 AM By Beth Whitehouse beth.whitehouse@newsday.com Billy Russo of East Northport gets a lesson from YMCA instructor Jill Graham. (Credit: Steve Pfost) Parents may notice that the YMCA of the U.S.A. — which has taught generations of children to swim at facilities nationwide — has updated its swim program methodology this fall for the...
Thank you Modell’s for supporting our Treading Water event on 9/27/17. It’s Fall…time to shop Modells! Please feel free to share this Modell’s Coupon with your family and friends.
We are still waiting to hear if the record was broken. All of the Swim Strong team from ages 8 through 66 successfully completed the tread!!! https://youtu.be/oRzHl5k-MUw Posted on NET TV
Swim Strong Foundation will be joining the teams across the country in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for most people treading water at the same time in multiple locations. Proceeds raised will support our scholarship program and International Water Safety Association’s Cambodia Project. On September 27, 2017, we will attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Records: “Most People Treading Water at the Same Time in Multiple Locations”. The record currently sits at 805 people. Of the money we...
When you challenge yourself, you change your own life. When you challenge yourself on behalf of an organization you believe in; you save and change other people’s lives as well. Thank you Alexis Puhan. You truly make a difference in many lives! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJPIcsYFqEE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CvDrhE4A0c
Greetings all! Summer is over, but the water’s still fine! Swim Strong has activities in AND out of the pool this month. JOIN US New classes start this week: Win tickets for the Broadway play, Anastasia: https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/celebration-nickelodeans-worldwide-day-play-sept-30th-not-attend-play/ Be part of the team to BREAK A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD! https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/event/treading-water Participate in our SURF CLINIC: https://www.swimstrongfoundation.org/shop/classes/surfing-clinic/ See you in the pool! Coach Shawn
Swim Strong is raffling off two seats to the musical production of ANASTASIA, playing at the Broadhurst Theatre 235 W 44th Street, Manhattan, on Thursday 9/28/2017. The seats are in the Mezzanine Left Row A 1 and 3 and valued at $284.00 Raffle cost $10 per ticket. Drawing to be held on Monday Sept 25th. Inspired by the beloved films, ANASTASIA transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman...
