Send us a textGuest: Karissa (Be Swim Happy)What actually makes swim instruction effective—especially when a student is scared, parents are watching, and staff are stretched thin?In this episode, Nicole and co-host Wes King sit down with Karissa from Be Swim Happy (25+ years in aquatics) for practical, usable guidance for aquatic pros and parents. This isn’t theory. It’s what you can apply next shift, next lesson, and next staff meeting.We cover:• The biggest misconceptions about “progress” in swim lessons (from both parents and staff)• What strong programs do differently: culture, standards, and consistency• The difference between a program that runs on a system vs. a program that runs on a hero• Non-negotiables every instructor should understand—regardless of curriculum• How to train instructors without burning everyone out (even with limited time)• What quality looks like in the first few lessons for nervous kids• Green flags and red flags parents can use right away• A rapid-fire “Lightning Toolkit” for directors, instructors, and teamsShare this episode with one pool manager, one instructor, or one parent who needs it.Connect with Karissa / Be Swim Happy: https://beswimhappy.com/Support the show🔴 Follow Your Host on TikTok: Stay connected and see behind-the-scenes content by following me on TikTok at @NicoleFairfield. 💬 Find Wesley King on Facebook: Get expert insights and connect with Wesley at Wesley King Consulting on Facebook. ❓ Got Questions?: Have questions about today’s episode or upcoming topics? Reach out to me at [email protected]. 📚 Check Out My Books: As an author, I have books available on Amazon under Nicole Fairfield. 📲 Follow Me on TikTok: You can also find me on TikTok at @NicoleFairfield for more content! 🔔 Show Support: Enjoy the podcast? Please come back each week, or add Lifeguard Life: Certifications, Careers, and More to your favorites so you never miss an episode!

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