Foss Swim School Partners with Every Child A Swimmer
Foss Swim School is excited to announce its collaboration with Every Child A Swimmer, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making swim education accessible to all children. This partnership aims to tackle the urgent issue of childhood drowning by providing swim lessons at significantly reduced rates.
The Importance of Swim Education
"We are thrilled to partner with Every Child A Swimmer to make swim education available to more families," stated Jon Foss, Co-Founder of Foss Swim School. Teaching children to swim transcends mere safety; it equips them with essential skills that build confidence and ensure their safety around water.
Drowning continues to be the leading cause of unintentional death among children aged 1 to 4. Research indicates that participation in formal swim lessons can lower the likelihood of drowning by as much as 88%. For over 30 years, Foss Swim School has established itself as a trusted leader in swim education through its developmentally appropriate curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
Expanding Reach with Every Child A Swimmer
Since its inception in 1993, Foss Swim School has expanded to operate 29 schools across several Midwest states. With plans for further expansion in the upcoming year, the school aligns closely with the mission of Every Child A Swimmer to provide water safety education to underserved communities.
"Partnerships like this are critical in broadening our reach and saving lives," explained Casey McGovern, the Executive Director of Every Child A Swimmer. "With the support of Foss Swim School, we can equip more children with the life-saving skill of swimming and make significant progress in reducing drowning rates across the country."
How Families Can Get Involved
Families interested in enrolling in these affordable swim programs or learning more about this initiative can explore more options through Fossswimschool or Every Child A Swimmer.
About Foss Swim School
Founded by Jon and Susan Foss in 1993, Foss Swim School offers a welcoming and child-centered environment where children as young as six months can gain crucial water safety skills. With a fun approach to learning, Foss has successfully taught thousands of children and continues to broaden its reach within Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Colorado, and Wisconsin.
About Every Child A Swimmer
Every Child A Swimmer is a nonprofit organization devoted to lowering childhood drowning rates by providing swim education opportunities for children nationwide. Relying entirely on donations, the organization guarantees that every dollar raised goes directly towards funding life-saving learn-to-swim programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main goal of the partnership?
The partnership aims to make swim education accessible to more children and reduce the risk of childhood drowning.
Who is involved in this initiative?
The initiative is a collaboration between Foss Swim School and Every Child A Swimmer, with both organizations committed to improving water safety education.
How can families enroll in the swim programs?
Families can learn more about enrolling in swim programs by visiting the respective websites of Foss Swim School and Every Child A Swimmer.
What age groups does Foss Swim School cater to?
Foss Swim School provides swim lessons to children as young as six months, ensuring that water safety skills are learned from an early age.
Why is swim education important?
Swim education is vital as it significantly lowers the risk of drowning, which remains a leading cause of unintentional death for young children.
