Little Otter Swim School

10/01/2026

🐄🌽🎃 October’s Theme: FARM FUN! 🎃🌽🐄

This month, we’re bringing a little farm fun to Little Otter Swim School! 🦦💦 From pumpkins and hayrides to corn mazes and friendly farm animals, October is the perfect time to explore the farms around our community.

And there’s plenty happening near both of our Little Otter locations!

🍂 Near Matthews:
🎃 Visit Hunter Farm in Weddington for pumpkins, wagon rides and a petting barn
🌻 Head to Wise Acres in Indian Trail for fall farm fun and pumpkins
🌽 Get lost in the Country Days Corn Maze in Indian Trail
🐄 Check out the fall pumpkin patch and barnyard fun at Hodges Family Farm in Charlotte

🍁 Around Lake Norman:
🌽 Take on the giant corn maze at Rural Hill in Huntersville, with hayrides, pumpkins and Highland cows
🎃 Head to Carrigan Farms in Mooresville for pumpkin picking and fall farm activities
🐑 Make some farm memories at Sweetwater Farms in Huntersville

There’s something about fall on the farm that makes kids want to explore, discover and try something new — and that’s exactly what we love about swim lessons, too! 💙

From learning a new swim skill to navigating a corn maze, every new experience is a chance to build confidence, independence and a little courage.

So grab those boots, find a pumpkin patch and make some memories this October! 🎃🐄🌽

What farm adventure is on your family’s fall bucket list? 👇

09/29/2026

Children who swim demonstrate more advanced cognitive and physical abilities than other children, according to groundbreaking research led by Griffith University.

The findings of a four-year project by the Griffith Institute for Educational Research, Laurie Lawrence’s Kids Alive Swim Program and Swim Australia have surpassed expectations and indicate that swimming children have many advantages when starting school.

Read more here:

Research led by Griffith University indicates that early years swimming may give children a cognitive and physical advantage over others when starting school

09/25/2026

🎶 Working 9 to 5… and making a difference that will last far beyond it. 💦🩷

Today, on Dolly Day — 9/25, we’re remembering the one and only Dolly Parton and the incredible legacy she left behind.

Dolly passed away on Aug. 25, but her work to help children and families continues to make an impact. From her Imagination Library to the family-focused mission of Dollywood, Dolly believed in giving children opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.

And for our swim family, we especially love the water-safety work carried out through Dollywood’s Splash Country, which has hosted an annual Water Safety Day and participated in the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson to help children and families learn how to be safer around water. 🏊‍♀️💦

At Little Otter, we believe swimming is more than a fun activity — it’s an important life skill.**

So today, we’re celebrating Dolly’s memory with what she did best: putting children first, spreading a little joy and leaving the world a little better than she found it. 🌸

Thank you, Dolly, for the legacy. We’ll keep making waves. 🦦💕

09/23/2026

🍂🧡 Hello, fall! 🧡🍂

As of 8:04 p.m., we are officially in first day of fall! While the leaves may be starting to change, water safety is always in season. 🏊‍♀️💦

Keep those swim skills strong all year long so your little otter can feel confident and safe in and around the water—whether it’s pool time, bath time or the next summer adventure.

Here’s to crisp mornings, cozy evenings and lots of happy, water-loving little otters! 🍁🦦

09/22/2026

🌟 September is Self-Improvement Month! 🌟

What better way to grow than by learning something new? 🏊‍♀️💦

Learning to swim is about so much more than becoming a stronger swimmer. It helps kids build confidence, courage, patience and perseverance — one lesson, one skill and one splash at a time!

Maybe your little one is working on floating independently, mastering a new stroke or simply becoming more comfortable in the water. Every small step is a big accomplishment. 💙

At Little Otter, we believe progress isn't about being perfect. It's about trying, learning, celebrating the wins and getting back in the water to try again.

This September, let's celebrate the little improvements that add up to BIG growth! 🌊✨

09/19/2026

🏴‍☠️🦦 Ahoy, little swimmers!

It’s Talk Like a Pirate Day, and our Little Otters are ready to make a splash! 🌊

Whether you’re practicing your best pirate “ARRR!” or imagining yourself sailing the seven seas, remember: the greatest treasure is knowing how to be safe in and around the water! 💙

So grab your imaginary treasure map, put on your best pirate voice and get ready for some swashbuckling fun!

Ahoy, mateys — let’s make some waves! 🏴‍☠️⚓🦦

09/15/2026

Water safety starts earlier than many people think! Bath time is often a baby’s first experience with water, making it an important opportunity to begin building safe habits at home and preparing for healthy water acclimation as your child grows. This checklists was designed to support safer bath time routines, increase water safety at home and spark early conversations about lifelong water safety.

09/12/2026

🍎🍯 Shanah Tovah from Little Otter! 🦦💙

Wishing all of our little swimmers and their families a sweet, happy and joyful Rosh Hashanah! May the year ahead be filled with lots of laughter, family fun, new adventures and plenty of reasons to smile.

Here’s to making a splash into a wonderful new year! 🌊✨

Shanah Tovah u’Metukah! 🍎🍯

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 Patriot Day

Today, we remember the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, honor the heroes who stepped forward, and recognize the strength and unity that carried our nation through.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/10/2026

🏊 Never Swim Alone!

Water safety applies to everyone — adults and children alike. No matter how confident or experienced a swimmer you are, never swim alone.

Always have a buddy nearby and make sure a responsible adult is actively watching children around the water. Emergencies can happen in seconds, and having someone there could make all the difference.

💙 Swim together. Stay together. Stay safe.