British Swim School Announces Exclusive Partnership with the International Swim School Association (ISSA)
January 28, 2025
British Swim School Announces Exclusive Partnership with the International Swim School Association (ISSA)
Elevating Standards, Ensuring Safety, and Delivering World-Class Swim Lessons
British Swim School, North America’s leading “learn to swim” provider, is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with the prestigious International Swim School Association (ISSA), becoming the only full franchise in North America to achieve this distinction. This partnership underscores British Swim Schools unwavering commitment to providing the highest-quality swim instruction, built on a foundation of safety, expertise, and continuous improvement.
Being part of the ISSA is more than just an accolade—it's a validation of British Swim School’s dedication to excellence. The ISSA recognizes organizations that adhere to internationally recognized standards of instruction, business management, and safety. For British Swim School families, this means that every lesson is not only fun and engaging but also carefully designed to meet the highest benchmarks in the industry.
Parents and caregivers may not always know what to look for in a quality swim lesson. Through British Swim Schools partnership with ISSA, this ensures that every lesson includes:
- Highly Skilled Instructors: The team of British Swim School instructors at every location regularly undergo advanced training, equipping them with new skills and techniques. This commitment to ongoing professional development ensures they are always "leveling up" to provide the best possible experience for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
- Unmatched Safety Standards: Safety is at the forefront of everything British Swim School does. ISSA accreditation ensures their instructors and programs consistently meet and exceed industry best practices.
- An Elevated Learning Experience: British Swim School's association with ISSA assures parents that their children are receiving more than an average swim lesson—they are benefiting from a program globally recognized for its excellence.
Operating a swim school business involves more than just teaching children how to swim; it also focuses on building confidence, promoting water safety, and fostering a lifelong love of swimming. The partnership with ISSA solidifies British Swim School’s status as a leader in the industry, bringing international credibility and recognition to the brand.
"We are thrilled to partner with the International Swim School Association," said Melissa McGarvey, Vice President of Aquatics at British Swim School. "This collaboration reflects our dedication to providing the highest quality swim instruction and reinforces our mission to ensure that every swimmer can learn to be safer and more confident in the water."
Whether you're a first-time parent or a long-time participant, you can trust that British Swim School is delivering a world-class experience with safety and quality at its core.
About British Swim School
British Swim School, the nation’s most established swim school franchise, with over 40 years in business, believes that every individual, regardless of age or ability, should have the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer. Offering lessons for infants, children, and adults, the brand is dedicated to its mantra, “Survival of the Littlest,” focusing first on the survival skills needed to survive a water accident, before progressing to stroke development and more advanced skills. Not only does British Swim School give peace of mind to countless families who seek the essential life skill the brand offers their children but the purpose-driven franchise also offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs who seek a fulfilling business venture with a sound foundation, low investment, and an easily scalable model. Part of the Buzz Franchise Brands family, British Swim School currently operates over 450 schools across the United States and Canada.
For more information about British Swim School, visit britishswimschool.com.
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About the International Swim School Association
The International Swim School Association (ISSA) is a globally recognized accrediting body dedicated to elevating standards in swim instruction, water safety, and business operations. ISSA members represent the best of the best, offering programs that meet the highest levels of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
