AURORA, CO - 27 April, 2026 - For millions of adults, the simple joy of enjoying a pool or beach remains out of reach. Whether due to never learning how to swim or a past negative experience, fear of water continues to impact confidence, safety, and quality of life.
As the 2026 swim season approaches, many families are beginning to think about pool safety, but often wait until they are already in or around the water to address fear and skill gaps.
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, drowning remains a preventable cause of injury and death, reinforcing the importance of water safety education before entering the water.
To help address this gap, veteran swim educator, Lotta D. Todd, who brings more than 25 years of experience and has taught over 3,500 students, has launched Building Water Comfort – Online a self-paced course designed to help adults build confidence in the water—starting at home.
At the core of the program is the Home-to-Pool Path, an approach focused on mastering what Todd calls the true starting point of swimming: “Step 0” to breath control and relaxation.
Rather than beginning in a pool, students first learn foundational skills using a simple home practice setup with everyday items like bowls and cups, allowing them to practice breathing, breath-holding, and submersion without the pressure of a public setting.
“Many people think they need to start in a pool to overcome their fear, but that can actually be the most intimidating place to begin,” says Todd. “In Colorado, we value an active lifestyle, yet many adults still avoid water activities because they never had the chance to build comfort and confidence. What I’ve seen is that it’s not always ability that holds people back, it’s often fear. When someone learns to control their breathing and relax, everything changes. The Home-to-Pool Path gives them a safe, private way to build that confidence before stepping into a pool.”
After personally overcoming a lifelong fear of water, Todd now helps others do the same through a step-by-step approach focused on comfort, control, and confidence.
The program is designed to serve as a foundational first step before traditional swim lessons, or for individuals who want to build confidence before practicing in a shallow pool.
The course includes:
- Home Practice Station — Build breath control using simple household items
- Breath Awareness Training — Master nose and mouth breathing techniques
- Relaxation Exercises — Reduce anxiety and build calmness in water
- Family Water Safety — Learn essential safety principles
- Personalized Support — Includes a free one-on-one consultation
Designed with accessibility in mind, the course removes common barriers such as cost, location, and fear of public learning environments.
With swim season approaching, now is the ideal time for individuals and families to begin building water comfort—before stepping into the pool.
For more information, visit: https://www.digitalcourse.splashrite.net/p/swim-101
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Company Name: Splash Rite Swim School This course is through our digital program.
Contact Person: Carlotta Todd
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Country: United States
Website: https://splashrite.net/
