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British Swim School Bringing Award-Winning Safety to Lehigh Valley
New Franchisee Andrew Wieder Opened New Location this Week
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Allentown, PA. – (August 9, 2024) – British Swim School, the nation’s leading “learn to swim” franchise company, is excited to announce its newest Pennsylvania location. British Swim School of Lehigh Valley opened on August 5th with lessons taking place at the Allentown Park Hotel located at 7471 Keebler Way, Allentown, PA 18106. Lessons will be held on Mondays and Wednesday from 3pm-7pm as well as Sunday from 1pm-4pm.
Andrew Wieder brings a background rich with business development experience throughout his career. He’s worked in developing corporate sponsorships for collegiate and professional sports, and most recently has worked on the medical side of business development. While searching for a better work-life balance, the Lehigh Valley native said British Swim School offered a unique opportunity to make an impact on his community.
“I’ve always had a healthy respect for the water, but I never fully understood some of the statistics around drowning, which really surprised me,” Andrew said. “From an overall perspective, I think being able to run a successful business while also giving back to the community in several different ways really appealed to me.”
For over 40 years, British Swim School has been dedicated to teaching water survival skills by teaching infants, children, and adults of all ages the skills needed for water acclimation, water survival, and stroke development. Its mission — ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer. ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.
Across the nation, eleven people die every day from unintentional drownings, with nearly 4,000 deaths occurring each year. Research shows that participation in formal swim programs, such as those offered by British Swim School, can reduce the risk of drowning by 88% among children who are most at risk for deaths caused by drowning. However, the risk of drowning isn’t limited to children: a Red Cross survey found that more than half of all Americans (54%) either can’t swim or don’t have the basic swimming skills needed to save themselves in the event of a water emergency.
“My goal is to serve the Lehigh Valley community by combining British Swim School's high-quality curriculum with the convenience of multiple locations throughout the region. As we grow, we aim to make expert swim instruction accessible to all,” Andrew said. “We really want to offer that education and help people.”
“Andrew was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley and his commitment to the community stands out,” said Ashley Gundlach, President of British Swim School. “When you combine that passion with his knowledge and business skills, we couldn’t be happier to have him bring vital water safety knowledge to the area. We’re excited to help him grow and succeed.”
For more information about the British Swim School of Lehigh Valley, please visit https://britishswimschool.com/lehigh-valley/allentown-park-hotel/.
To learn more about the benefits of British Swim School’s franchising opportunities, visit www.britishswimschoolfranchise.com.
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 babies, 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, then moving on to stroke development and more advanced skills. Not only does British Swim Schools 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 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 www.britishswimschool.com. To learn more about the benefits of British Swim School’s franchising opportunities, visit www.britishswimschoolfranchise.com.
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