Swimrific

23/01/2026

In swim lessons, it’s common to see children who can float or copy movements — yet still struggle to adjust when their balance or body position changes.

Learning to swim isn’t just about staying afloat. It’s about developing body awareness, balance, and control in the water.

This article looks at how children actually learn to swim, and why freedom of movement and buoyancy placement matter more than we often realise.

Why freedom of movement, balance, and buoyancy placement matter more than flotation when children learn to swim.

17/11/2025

I remember thinking just last week, “It’s so hot for November — the monsoon’s late.”
The very next day, Singapore gave us overcast skies and heavy rain. Classic. 😅

During these sudden weather shifts, parents often ask us:
“Will the pool be cold today?”

The interesting thing is — the water hardly changes.
But we do.
And that’s exactly why the same pool can feel cold on a sunny day and warm when it rains.

One of our favourite parts of teaching is connecting everyday experiences (like shivering toddlers and rainy-day lessons) with the actual science behind how our bodies sense temperature.

We put together a new blog post explaining why swimming pool water feels warm or cold, and why your child might find rainy-day swims surprisingly cozy.

Read it here 👇
https://www.swimrific.com/post/why-swimming-pool-water-feels-warm-or-cold

Feel free to share this with a parent who always asks about pool temperature! 💙

Cold one day, cozy the next? The pool didn’t change — you did. Discover the science (and a real-life rainy-day story) behind why some pools feel warmer when it rains.

06/09/2025

🧊 Why does the pool feel freezing… even when the sun is out?
You’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone. Even in hot, humid Singapore, outdoor pools can feel icy. 🥶

We dove into the science (yes, real research!), building design, seasonal weather, and even how kids feel the cold more than adults.

If you’ve ever:

💬 Shivered at the pool despite 34°C sunshine
💬 Cancelled a swim because of the rain last night
💬 Wondered why your child won’t stop complaining it’s “too cold”…

This one’s for you. And it might change the way you think about swimming pools forever.

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Tap here to read -> https://www.swimrific.com/post/swimming-pools-cold-singapore

From monsoon winds to rooftop design, here’s why Singapore pools can drop to 24°C — and what it means for swimmers.

26/07/2024

Please welcome Coach / Teacher Menno to the team!

Originally from the Netherlands, he has made Singapore his home for 17 years and counting. Menno believes that children learn best through play. Watching him teach, you’ll see he truly engages his students bringing lots of love and laughter to both his students as well as their families teaching all to be safer in and around water.

25/07/2024

At Swimrific, we’re dedicated to making a difference one splash at a time. As swim teachers, we believe in the power of swimming education to save lives. Today, I stand with swim schools and swimming associations around the world in advocating for water safety and drowning prevention.



It’s not just our motto; it’s our mission. By teaching swimming and water safety skills, we empower individuals and families (especially children), to navigate water safely and confidently. Join us in promoting water safety awareness and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn this vital life skill.

Together, we can create a world where everyone is safer in and around water. Let’s make waves in drowning prevention and save lives globally.

Anyone can drown, no one should.

17/07/2024

20 July 2024 - 9 am to 12 pm - ActiveSG Jalan Besar Swimming Complex

Mark it on your calendar. Wear blue that day and join us to learn more about drowning prevention and water safety as we commemorate World Drowning Prevention Day 2024. Participate in Swim Buddy event, learn CPR and AED, safe land-based rescue and float for life station. There are educational booths by our partners, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore Heart Foundation, Singapore Aquatics, Singapore Life Saving Society and ZOLL Medical Singapore Pte Ltd.

This is also the first time in the history of total defence that we are bringing emergency preparedness exercise in an aquatic setting to the community.

Not only are we educating our people on water safety and drowning prevention, but we also want you to do good as you learn to be safe by donating to our adopted charity - Singapore Aquatics. Scan the QR Code on the poster and do your part so that Singapore Aquatics can continue to conduct free swimming lessons for children and youth from underprivileged backgrounds. Learning to swim and be water-safe is part of the multi-layer of drowning prevention.

Water Safety is a Shared Responsibility.
I pledge to do my part.

Personal Responsibility Towards Water Safety and Drowning Prevention.
Prevention Made Possible.

Anyone can drown, no one should.
Sesiapa sahaja boleh lemas, tiada siapa yang harus.
珍爱生命, 预防溺水。
யார் வேண்டுமானாலும் மூழ்கலாம், யாரும் மூழ்கக்கூடாது.

15/05/2024

Did you know that drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children aged 1-4? It's a sobering statistic that we cannot ignore. That's why we're all about making swimming the first sport your child learns — it's more than a sport; it's a lifesaving skill!

🏊‍♂️ Why Swimming?
Swimming is the only sport that can save your life. Early swim lessons equip kids with essential skills like entering and exiting water safely, floating, and basic movement techniques. These skills are vital for reducing the risk of drowning and promoting a lifelong enjoyment of water activities.

👶 Start Early:
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends beginning swim lessons as early as one year old. Early exposure builds water comfort and critical skills needed for safety.

🛡️ 5 Layers of Protection:
Learning to swim is part of the 5 Layers of Protection which also includes barriers and alarms, adult supervision, life jackets, and emergency preparedness. Together, these layers enhance safety and reduce drowning risks.

Make Swimming Your Child's .

If you care about children's safety, join us in spreading this life-saving message and share it on your profile to create awareness. Let's make a splash in promoting water safety together!

Together, we can create a safer environment for our children around water. Swim lessons save lives, and it's never too late to start. Dive into water safety with us and be a champion in our community!

Much thanks to our friends at National Drowning Prevention Alliance for coming up with this video!

19/02/2024

Join our founder and International SwimFin Ambassador Shirlyn as she shares more about SwimFin in this Swim England accredited CPD.

Are you a swim teacher? Want to increase the amount of fun in your classes multifold? Join me for this session of continual professional development to learn more about SwimFin and the science behind it.

Get PD points toward your Swim England and CIMSPA renewal if you hold those licences. If not, you're still most welcome to join us for a couple hours of interactive learning.

This course runs at:
UK Time: 9.30am (GMT)
Singapore Time: 5.30pm (GMT+8)
Sydney Time: 7.30pm (AEST)

Slots are limited. Book now to avoid disappointment.

(Ps. I'm psyched to be back!)

26/01/2024

Meet the newest addition to the Swimrific team, Brandon!

Don’t let his default status of being Shirlyn’s bub fool you into thinking that he’s gonna be resting on his laurels. Brandon’s looking forward to help us advocate for baby swimming while he himself learns to swim, love, enjoy and respect water!

We think the number of in-pool attachment hours he’s clocked while in his personal submarine (mom’s tummy) is impressive. 🤣

Having said that, we’re happy to announce that Shirlyn is back to her classes!

01/08/2023

If you missed the it live last night...

Have a sneak peak into Swimrific's adapted aquatics class in Episode 3 of the CNA and SG Enable 4-part documentary "Live Free" as our founder Shirlyn helps a dear friend, Sheldon back into the pool for the first time after he was diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease.

https://www.mewatch.sg/episode/Live-Free-E3-Turning-Dreams-To-Reality-395264

28/07/2023

Get to know the latest edition to the Swimrific team, Sheldon, as he and four other inspirational individuals share their lives with us through the CNA x SG Enable documentary “Live Free” premiering tomorrow, 29th July 2023 at 9pm on Channel News Asia.

Credits to CNA & Ochre Pictures for allowing us to you this trailer.

25/07/2023

Wow! 102! If that isn’t passion, we don’t know what is.

Anybody want to start teaching babies? Always looking out for individuals who want to make a difference!

Multiple times a week, you can find Peggy Konzack at the Roseburg YMCAAt 102 years old, she continues to teach a class where she helps babies 6 months to 3 year