Colorado Springs Swim School Hosts "Jammie January"

Pajama-clad swim lessons aim to teach kids vital water safety skills.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 1:55pm

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A swim school in Colorado Springs is hosting a special "Jammie January" event, where children are encouraged to come to their swim lessons wearing their pajamas. The goal is to make the lessons more fun and engaging for kids, while also teaching them important water safety skills that could one day save their lives.

Why it matters

Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for children, so getting kids comfortable and confident in the water from a young age is crucial. The "Jammie January" program aims to make swim lessons more approachable and less intimidating for young students.

The details

The swim school is allowing and even encouraging kids to wear their pajamas to their lessons throughout the month of January. Instructors say the pajama-clad classes create a more relaxed, playful environment that helps put the students at ease. The lessons still focus on key skills like floating, kicking, and water safety.

  • The "Jammie January" program runs throughout the month of January 2026.

The players

Colorado Springs Swim School

A local swim school in Colorado Springs that provides lessons and water safety education for children.

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What they’re saying

“We want the kids to feel comfortable and have fun, because that's when they're most receptive to learning these critical skills.”

— Sarah Johnson, Swim Instructor

What’s next

The swim school plans to continue the "Jammie January" program in future years to encourage more kids to get involved in swim lessons.

The takeaway

By making swim lessons more fun and engaging through creative programs like "Jammie January", swim schools can help get more kids comfortable in the water and teach them vital water safety skills that could one day save their lives.