Understanding the Swim-Float-Swim Survival Sequence

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At PhD Swim School, we believe that water safety is a fundamental life skill that begins with competence, not just comfort. Our curriculum is rooted in behavioral neuroscience, focusing on how children actually learn motor skills through repetition and positive reinforcement. The cornerstone of our approach is the swim-float-swim sequence, a proven method for aquatic […]

4 Major Benefits of Early Infant Swimming

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Deciding when to start your child’s aquatic journey is a significant milestone for any parent. While many families view the pool primarily as a place for summer recreation, early exposure to water offers a profound range of developmental advantages that extend far beyond simple splashing. At PhD Swim School, we approach instruction through the lens […]

Coach Katie Blalock

SENIOR INSTRUCTOR, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Katie B. is a former sprint triathlete and triathlete coach. She also has experience teaching fearful adult beginners how to swim. Katie is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. She also has prior accounting and business administration experience with Raleigh Brewing Company and Charles & Colvard.

Katie has two boys herself and loves working with young children. She is a gifted teacher with special strengths in class organization, maintaining structure in a fun environment, and establishing a relationship of trust with her students. Katie has undergone over fifty hours of intense in-water and academic training to learn our method. She primarily manages all day-to-day business activities and is also an instructor. She currently teaches Survival, Kicks & Tricks, and, FUNdations.