British Swim School

British Swim School

Consumer Services

Virginia Beach, VA 2,204 followers

Survival of the Littlest

About us

British Swim School is the premier survival and stroke development swim lesson provider, utilizing highly-trained swim instructors to teach lessons that focus on safety, fun and skill development to infants (as young as 3 months), toddlers, children, teens and adults, across all ability levels - including children and adults with special abilities. With the core mission of “Survival of the Littlest” we utilize water survival programs that enable children to survive a water accident, countering the troubling statistic that drowning is the #1 cause of accidental death for children under 5 years old. Started in the basement of founder and prior CEO Rita Goldberg’s Manchester home in 1981, the British Swim School business was brought to the U.S. ten years later, and began franchising in 2011. Most recently, British Swim School was acquired in early 2019 into the Buzz Franchise Brands family, which includes Pool Scouts, a pool cleaning and maintenance company and Home Clean Heroes, a residential cleaning company. What sets British Swim school apart? Our owners operate their schools out of existing facilities, such as fitness centers, health clubs, and hotels, taking advantage of an often-underutilized space and reducing the barrier to entry for many potential owners. The advantage to our swimmers is their ability to select from multiple locations based on proximity and class schedule. Regardless of the location, our one-of-a-kind gentle and fun techniques and curriculum-based program is focused on achieving prescribed goals before advancing to the next level in the program.

Website
https://britishswimschoolfranchise.com/
Industry
Consumer Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Virginia Beach, VA
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1981
Specialties
Swimming Lessons and Franchise System

Locations

  • Primary

    2829 Guardian Lane

    Suite 100

    Virginia Beach, VA 23452, US

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    If a child is missing, look at the water first! Did you know? 69% of kids who are found in pools weren’t expected to be there. That’s why it's super important to check the pool or any water spot first if you can't find a child. Water safety is everyone's responsibility! Here are a few quick tips to enhance safety for children around water: 1. Constant Supervision: Always keep an eye on children when they are near water, even if they are not swimming. 2. Secure the Area: Ensure pools have proper barriers and gates that children cannot bypass. 3. Educate Early: Teach children about the dangers of water and enroll them in swimming lessons from an early age. Thank you to our friends at Stop Drowning Now for inspiring this post!

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    We are thrilled to welcome our two newest owners, John and Jean Kiphart, to the British Swim School family! The couple purchased one territory in Columbia, South Carolina. After learning about a number of brand opportunities, they were delighted to connect with our franchise development team, especially Rita Iglesias, who guided them along the process! John brings 18 years of experience in medical sales and Jean has had a successful career in real estate. As new parents, they understand the importance water safety and are passionate about bringing survival skills to their community. John is a lifelong swimmer and swim coach, well-versed in the world of aquatic safety. They are excited about this opportunity and are committed to making a significant impact by promoting water safety to those who need it most. Welcome to the British Swim School family, John and Jean! We look forward to seeing your success and helping you along the way! And we want to thank Conor Godfrey at FranChoice for the introduction!

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    Today, we continue the release of The Clothes They Wore in partnership with Doner and feature Gunner Martin. “This is my cry to parents to urge you to learn from our pain and our heartache. We share this message for others.” Christina Martin. Drowning is the leading cause of death in children ages 1- 4, and most happen when children aren’t even wearing a swimsuit. Go to TheClothesTheyWore.com to hear her son Gunner’s story and learn how you can prevent this tragedy. #swimming #safety #DrowningPrevention #ndpa #drownalliance #SafetyFirst #WaterSafety #BeWaterAware #5LayersOfProtection #summer #beach #ocean #lake #pool #parenting #swim #SwimmingPool #LakeLife #beaches #ParentingTips

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    We are excited to welcome Greg and Melissa Hladik to the British Swim School Family! The Hladik's purchased one territory in the Arlington-South Grand Prairie, Texas area. From the beginning of their discovery process, they felt our purpose-driven mission would allow them to give back to their community in a major way. Greg comes with a background of working in higher education and Melissa with much experience as a business executive. They saw British Swim School as more than a business opportunity, but a chance to make a real difference in their community. The mission of drowning prevention hit close to home for them as they have seen friends and colleagues suffer losses. With a business model that suits them well, allowing growth and scalability, they are excited to get started! They hope to also involve their four children as part of the business when they're older. Welcome aboard, Greg and Melissa! We're excited to help you on your journey in bringing water safety to those around you! And a HUGE shoutout to Dru Carpenito Carpenito at FranChoice for the introduction!

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    British Swim School is happy to welcome Maureen Brown to the family with the purchase of a single territory in Brighton, Michigan! Maureen is lifelong friends with British Swim School of Northwest Detroit owner Christine Schultz, and the two have purchased this new territory together. After seeing the success of Christine's nearby territory, Maureen was more than happy to "dive into" business with British Swim School! Maureen currently works as a purchasing manager and before her current role worked as a controller for 23 years. With this experience, she is posed to manage the business extremely well. She also comes with a background in swimming, and she still holds the record for the 400m Freestyle relay from her high school! Seeing Christine's passion from the beginning of her franchising journey, she knew British Swim School would be a great business venture for her as well. We are excited to see the positive impact Maureen and Christine will have on the Brighton community, bringing essential water safety education and contributing to the success of British Swim School. Welcome aboard, ladies!

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    British Swim School is delighted to welcome Laksmi Ramanathan as our newest franchise owner in the Eastside Seattle area with the purchase of one territory. She found British Swim School while looking for swimming lessons for her kids and thought we were a great fit for a potential business venture. In her career as a senior accountant, Laksmi has gained valuable experience in leadership and managing large accounts. Along with her professional experience, she and her husband are active in South Indian communities where they are passionate about child development and teach the South Asian language of Tamil. Her passion for teaching children life skills fits perfectly with our mission. Once her school is up and running, Laksmi plans to run the business full-time. She is excited about the opportunity to bring our effective methods to her communities and looks forward to the impact she can bring to families looking to be safer swimmers! Please join us in welcoming Laksmi Ramanathan to the British Swim School family! We look forward to supporting her as she unites her community through safer swimming! And of course a HUGE thank you to Lisa Rios at International Franchise Professionals Group - IFPG

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    We're excited about our growing partnership with Peppa Pig/Hasbro! Our recent Peppa Pig Sweepstakes was a hit, with nearly 13,000 entries for an all-expenses-paid trip to the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Florida. Thanks to everyone who shared and supported the sweepstakes! We're excited to announce the winner next month. Stay tuned for more fun and water safety with Peppa Pig throughout 2024! Read our story: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d38jRidb

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    The Today Show recently shared a story about a family's near-drowning experience. This incident highlights why swim lessons are so important. According to the CDC, swim lessons are a crucial layer of protection against drowning. At British Swim School, we are dedicated to teaching children and adults how to stay safe in the water year-round, helping to prevent such tragic incidents. Watch the segment here: https://lnkd.in/eDEW6F48

    Dramatic video shows a family save 2-year-old during pool rescue

    Dramatic video shows a family save 2-year-old during pool rescue

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    Chairman & CEO at Buzz Franchise Brands

    What an incredible weekend at the US Swimming Olympic Trials! Watching my daughter Kayla compete in the trials was a proud moment that I will never forget. The energy at the trials was electrifying, and a great reminder of the heights that dedication and passion can reach. The weekend was a perfect convergence of two worlds I care deeply about: competitive swimming and water safety. The energy in Lucas Oil Stadium this weekend is what we strive to bring to every British Swim School swim lesson. British Swim School is on a mission to promote water safety awareness and instill a love for swimming in children everywhere. Our recent partnership with the beloved global brand Peppa Pig is a testament to this commitment. By combining the magic of Peppa Pig with our proven water safety curriculum, we're making a real difference in the lives of countless children and their families. Here's to a future where every child can experience the joy of swimming safely, and to all the parents, coaches, and young swimmers who inspire us every day. #OlympicTrials #WaterSafety #BritishSwimSchool #PeppaPig #Swimming #Family #ProudDad #MakingWaves

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