In the tiny but mighty state of Connecticut, an enchanting place known as the "Nutmeg State," countless kids participate in water activities, turning its numerous lakes, rivers, and coastline into their personal playgrounds. Amongst them is our hero, a 10-year-old speedo-clad daredevil named Max 'Mermaid Maneuver' Murphy who has a knack for aquatic adventures. Max, with his quirky rubber duck floaties and vibrant rainbow goggles, is famous for his legendary cannonballs into the Atlantic Ocean, causing waves that could be felt all the way to Rhode Island. His water-shooting superpower adds to the hilarity, as he launches surprise water attacks on his unsuspecting friends. He is crowned as the "Splash King" and even the mischievous river nymphs can't outsmart him in a water fight. In the pristine lakes of Connecticut, Max is the undefeated champ of the thrilling paddleboat races. Even the geese cheer for him. And when he is on the Connecticut River, he becomes the 'Mighty Master of the Mystic,' performing sea-shanty worthy kayaking stunts, leaving the river otters in awe. But the funniest spectacle of all is when Max goes fishing. As the saying goes in Connecticut, "Max doesn't find the fish, the fish find Max". It’s a hilarious scene as fish of all sizes comically leap into his bucket, voluntarily surrendering themselves. In Connecticut, the sun shines brighter, water feels fresher, and laughter bounces louder, all because of these spirited water-loving kids, led by Max 'Mermaid Maneuver' Murphy, the ultimate water adventurer. So, if you ever find yourself in the Nutmeg State, you know where the real fun is - in the enchanting waters with Max and his merry band of aquatic enthusiasts.
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
At Infant Aquatics CT, we have developed a unique, research-based program to teach infants, toddlers, and young children the vital skills of survival swimming and floating. Our program goes beyond traditional swimming lessons by ensuring that children can master the skills necessary to survive if they ever reach the water alone. With the right instruction, your child will be able to demonstrate age-appropriate survival skills, including a roll from a face-down position to a face-up survival float and/or a swim-float-swim sequence.