Snorkeling can look simple from the outside. You put on a mask, breathe through a snorkel, float on the surface, and look underwater. But if you are new to the water, it is normal to wonder: do you need to know how to swim to snorkel? The short answer is yes, it is strongly recommended … Continued
Falling into a swimming pool can happen quickly. A child may slip near the edge, an adult may lose their balance, or someone may accidentally step backward without realizing how close they are to the water. So, what happens when you fall into a swimming pool? The answer depends on the person’s age, swimming ability, … Continued
For many parents, summer swim lessons and pool time come with the usual questions: goggles, towels, sunscreen—and sometimes, lice. A common worry is whether kids can catch head lice from swimming in a pool. The good news: it is very unlikely to get lice from swimming pool water. Head lice mainly spread through direct head-to-head … Continued
Making Waves Swim School is proud to announce that we will be attending and sponsoring the BAPS Charities Walk | Run 2026 in Robbinsville, NJ. This meaningful community event brings families, neighbors, local businesses, and volunteers together in support of service, wellness, and giving back. The Robbinsville event is scheduled for Sunday, May 31, 2026, … Continued
Swimming feels cool and refreshing, so it is easy to assume your body is not sweating while you are in the water. But here is the surprising answer: Yes, you can sweat while swimming. You may not notice it because the sweat mixes with pool water right away, but your body still sweats during swim … Continued
If you love your eyelash extensions, it’s only natural to wonder if they can hold up in the pool—especially if you or your child are taking swim lessons. The good news? Yes, you can swim with eyelash extensions. But there are a few important things to know to help them last as long as possible … Continued
When thunderstorms roll in, it’s natural for parents to wonder whether swim lessons should still go on—especially when those lessons are indoors. The good news is that, in most cases, swimming in an indoor pool during a thunderstorm is considered safe. Unlike outdoor pools, indoor facilities are typically protected by the building’s structure, plumbing, and … Continued
The answer is yes — not because cold water itself causes illness, but because exposure to cold water can place stress on the body. When the body becomes cold, it has to work harder to maintain its core temperature. This stress response can temporarily weaken the immune system, making it more difficult to fight off … Continued
Mr Eric’s Underwater Adventures: Swimming with Manatees Hello everyone! A late welcome to 2020 to all. I hope the winter break treated everyone well. Further, I hope everyone got to do some adventuring during their time off. I got to visit family in Florida during my break and traveling to Florida means lots of swimming … Continued
All About Polar Plunge 2020 …and why you should join me this time. So. Last January. I decided to do something a little crazy and very silly. I decided to jump in the 42 degree ocean water wearing only my swim trunks and a t-shirt. It was cold. Really, really, cold. It was also really, … Continued