In this episode of Navigating Neva, we head across the pond for a joyful and imaginative conversation with Helen Hughes, founder of Mini Water Adventurers and creator of the Orca Swim Trainer.

Helen joins Nicole and Wes to share how she blends purposeful play with swim skill development—especially for little ones. From her unique tools and playful approach to cultural differences between swim instruction in the UK and US, Helen offers powerful insights for instructors, parents, and swim leaders alike.

🎉 Plus, Helen is a featured sponsor of the All Things Aquatics event happening September 20 in Georgia—and she’ll be hosting a special in-person training in South Florida this November.

✨ Learn more about Helen’s work: [miniwateradventurers.com]
📲 Follow her on Instagram: @orca_swimtrainer

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In this special episode of Navigating Neva, host Nicole Fairfield shares a deeply personal and powerful story for the first time—her own experience with a water rescue. Recorded in honor of International Water Safety Day, this episode goes beyond standard safety tips and dives into the emotional and transformative moments of a real rescue. Join Nicole as she shares what she learned, how it changed her, and why water safety is more than just a topic—it's a mission. Don’t miss this heartfelt and eye-opening episode.

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In this week’s episode of Navigating Neva, we’re kicking off something new and exciting. Host Nicole is joined by co-host Wes and our special guest, Phil Waggott. Phil is a familiar name in the aquatics world, known for his work with Navigating Aquatics. But today, we’re exploring his next chapter with Splash Save.

🔹 Phil’s Backstory: We dive into Phil’s journey, from his early days in aquatics to his experience with Navigating Aquatics. What did he love? What did he learn? And why is he shifting gears with Splash Save?

🔹 The New Collaboration: Nicole and Wes are excited to announce that Phil will be joining Navigating Neva as a regular guest, bringing fresh insights, honest conversations, and global perspectives on water safety, swim training, and industry trends.

🔹 What’s Next: We preview upcoming episodes and topics you won’t want to miss—everything from swim culture and leadership to drowning prevention and the latest in aquatic safety.

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