Jennifer’s Swim School

03/08/2026

Here is a list of swim instructors I recommend:
Lady Dietrich
Brianne Kent
Ali Wozniak Cane

*These are new instructors to the area I am unfamiliar with, but they may have openings:
Natalie McGrew
Blair Bailey
Courtney’s Swim Academy

And of course, Westgate/Dothan Aquatics

03/03/2026

It is with mixed emotions that I am letting you all know that I will NOT be teaching swim this summer.

I will be taking college classes because I am close to being finished with my bachelor’s degree.

📌 Helpful tips below 👇🏼

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My 5 Water Safety Rules I teach at every lesson:

1. If a grown-up says, “No!”, then we don’t go. Ask a grown up first before you go to any water.

2. NEVER swim alone!

3. Walk and don’t run if you wanna have more fun!

4. Walk around the pool (or any water) and make sure it’s clear. We don’t want to jump on anyone or anything.

5. Go in the water feet first!
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🏊🏻‍♀️ If your child has taken lessons in the past, remind them to:
🏊🏽 “Out and around” (arms)
🦵 “kick, kick, kick” (legs)

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🫣 If you have a baby/toddler/fearful child of water…
• Start NOW drizzling water down their head for them to get used to the sensation of water in their face.
• Get small toys that sink that they can play with in the tub. Encourage them to put their face in to see the toy.

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🚤 🏝️ ALWAYS WEAR A LIFE JACKET IN OPEN WATER!!! 🛶 🏖️

Wear BRIGHT colored swimsuits.

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*I will try and get a list of other trusted swim instructors to share in the comments.

**If I have any time available in May, June, or July I will post LIMITED openings that will be first come. 🙂

Please reach out to me if you have any questions or if I can give pointers about learning how to swim!!!

I love y’all & thank you for trusting me to teach you and/or your child how to swim. 🩵

01/02/2026

08/26/2025

Grieving Mom’s Viral Post Warns Parents of the Silent Killer That Took Her Son’s Life

*TW: Child loss. This article was originally published in August 2020.

Anytime I hear of a child passing away, it is like a punch to the gut. Sometimes I can look it in the face and read a fellow mom’s tragic story, and other times I have to click away because I just can’t go there. Last night I read the story of fellow mom Cassandra Free as she shared the tragic cause of her 9-year-old son Andy’s death. I didn’t look away, though it was hard because I also have a 9-year-old son. I didn’t look away because I knew the story of Andy’s death will save other lives. That is why Cassandra shared it, and why I felt compelled to share it with you.

In her now-viral Facebook post dated August 28th, this heartbroken mom says her family hadn’t shared the details of Andy’s June 6th death until now because “we hadn’t been fully willing to publicly share until we had autopsy answers.”

Continued in comments…

07/23/2025

We are excited to he hosting another Autism Safety water day with our adaptive swim coaches July 23rd from 11am-1pm!

Reach out to us to register, We will be covering the $5 cost for participants!
Ozark Parks and Recreation
Everything Ozark
Swim Angelfish

06/30/2025

If you’ve taken lessons this summer, check your email for reminders & make-up information. 🩵🏊🏽

06/23/2025

THERE WILL BE NO SWIM LESSONS TODAY.
We have had a tragedy within our family.

06/17/2025

Wondering how I monitor the weather for lessons? ⛅️ ☀️ ⚡️ ⛈️

Here’s a peek at all the weather apps I switch between throughout the day.

I also have PC Beach flag system alerts fort when we go for fun in the sun! 🏖️ 🌊

06/16/2025

Text PCBFLAGS to 888777 for daily updates of the flags in Panama City Beach.
Be safe and stay out of the water when it is red flags! 🚩 🚩

Pensacola Beach lifeguards pulled 58 people out of the Gulf/Rip Currents last weekend...all survived...School everyone about what to do in a rip current and obey the FLAGS!

05/20/2025

04/05/2025

03/07/2025

Exciting event coming to Westgate Wellness!

This summer, Westgate Wellness is partnering with the Dothan Houston County Library System to bring the Wiregrass Splashing Storytime!

📖💦 Event Details:
🗓️ Dates: Last Saturday of each month (April - July)
👶 Ages: 0-8 years old
💰 Cost: Includes storytime, swimming, a snack, and a drink. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the library. Each Saturday must be purchased separately.

📚 Book Donation Box: We will have a collection box in the lobby for gently used or new books to support the library.

⚠️ Important: Only one parent/guardian will be permitted per child.

Register today and join us for a fun-filled summer of stories and splashes at dothan.org/registration 🌊📚