Aqua-Tots Swim School has recently opened two new locations in Panyaintra-Ramintra and Gia Lam. These additions bring the total number of Aqua-Tots schools to seven in Thailand and five in Vietnam. This expansion supports the organization's continued mission to save lives by teaching as many children as possible how to swim. For over 30 years, Aqua-Tots’ renowned curriculum has earned the approval of parents. Founded in 1991 by Ron and Jane Sciarro to address childhood drownings in Arizona, Aqua-Tots later partnered with Paul and Heather Preston. Together, they developed the concept of a comprehensive, year-round, indoor swim school franchise.
“Our southeast Asia team is passionate about water safety, and they have been working hard to expand this year, motivated to help more families learn how to be safe in and around water,” Aqua-Tots CEO Craig Wright said. “Everyone wants to keep their family safe and that is what really ties us all together, no matter where in the world we are. We are fortunate to be collaborating with this amazing team and grateful for the sense of community we have found through this business”.
Franchise owners of the newest international schools include Krish Wilawan and Piyachat Chosriluachar of Aqua-Tots Panyaintra-Ramintra and the ASC ownership group of Aqua-Tots Gia Lam. “While our franchises’ primary purpose is to teach swim lessons, it also serves another: generational financial stability,” said Co-Founder and President Paul Preston. “Because our owners invest a great deal in constructing an Aqua-Tots Swim School, we ensure that each one is wholly committed to the cause of teaching water safety. This allows owners to build a business that will last and a legacy that they can pass on to future generations, creating financial security for our franchisee families around the world for years to come”.
Operating in 14 countries, Aqua-Tots Swim School delivers over five million swim lessons each year. Their dedication to providing outstanding swim instruction for children of all ages and skill levels, starting from four months old, remains a top priority. Each modern facility features a large indoor pool maintained at 90 degrees, with multiple swim zones. The fully equipped changing rooms include swimsuit dryers and baby changing tables for convenience before and after lessons. While their children are in the pool with their instructors, parents can enjoy a 30-minute break in the lobby, relaxing in cozy red armchairs and watching their child’s swim lessons.
