Thistledown Swim Academy! Tracy holds a USSSA certification in infant and toddler instruction.
With over 30 years of swim instruction experience, Coach Tracy patiently, lovingly, and skillfully guides students of all ages to learn how to swim.
09/01/2026
‼️ATTENTION‼️
Due to Mtn Brk new ordinance- we are only allowed to sit in our cars, inside the pool house or in the living room.
Thank you so much for understanding & helping us follow the new rules!
Happy Birthday to the one & only
Coach Tracy🎉🎂🎊
We love you🩷
07/04/2026
Happy 4th of July🇺🇸
06/25/2026
Lessons canceled Friday afternoon until Monday. Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!
06/24/2026
Saturday Lessons are canceled for June 27th
06/22/2026
Happy Father’s Day💙
06/06/2026
Please be aware of 280 shut down starting tonight at 11pm until Monday am.
06/01/2026
lessons are canceled for Monday June 1st due to trees down!
Choosing a bright colors vs. a non bright color is one of easiest and best ways to improve water safety, as choosing a neon colors such as pink, orange, yellow and green are much easier to see (as you can see in the video the difference of visibility) on both the surface and underwater, helping parents and lifeguards quickly locate children. While no swimsuit can replace active supervision, increased visibility can make a critical difference in and around the water.
“But why does matter what color swimsuit my child wears into the water”
💛 Bright colors like neon pink, orange, yellow, and lime green:
* Stand out against blue pool water.
* Are easier to spot from a distance.
* Help parents and lifeguards quickly locate a child.
* Remain more visible underwater if a child slips beneath the surface.
🖤 Colors to avoid when possible:
* Blue, light blue, gray, and white can blend into pool water.
* Dark colors like black and navy can be harder to see in shadows or deeper water.
For swim safety, visibility matters. Drowning is often silent and can happen in seconds, so a brightly colored swimsuit can provide an extra layer of protection by making it easier to keep eyes on your child.