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Kaffy Marks 25th Anniversary With New Creative Agency
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Popular dancer, choreographer, author and entrepreneur, Kafayat Shafau, aka Kaffy, has commemorated 25 years of being in the creative industry by launching Kaffy Incorporated, a multi-platform company aimed at bridging structural gaps in Nigeria’s creative and wellness sectors. Speaking at a press event in Lagos, Kaffy announced the formation of Kaffy Kreative Agency and her personal brand, I Am Kaffy, under the new corporate umbrella. The move, she said, is about building sustainable business platforms for creative talents who have historically lacked such opportunities. “I’ve built this for 25 years from personal funding. Imagine what we could do with real backing. This is an investable vision.” She added that the agency will provide a suite of services, including choreography, talent management, project execution, and corporate engagements, while also training and employing young talents at competitive wages. Speaking on the importance of setting standards, she said, “Let’s say 15 years ago, I was collecting N500,000 for choreography. I don’t collect 500,000 anymore. But for a young person starting now, N500,000 is a good pay to start with. But if I didn’t collect N500,000, it would be difficult for someone to charge that.” She also stated that her agency doubles as a job-matching and representation platform offering real-time job opportunities and contract support. Her upcoming wellness event, Transform with Kaffy, will debut on August 9, focusing on holistic transformation and personal growth.
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Swimming Lessons Save Lives: What Parents Should Know
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Swimming lessons help prevent drowning — the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4.
Before going any further, here's the main thing parents should know about swimming lessons: all children should have them.
Every year, over 4,500 people die from drowning in the United States — and, in fact, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4. Swimming lessons can't prevent all of those deaths, but they can prevent a lot of them. A child doesn't need to be able to swim butterfly or do flip turns, but the ability to get back to the surface, float, tread water, and swim to where they can stand or grab onto something can save a life.
10 things parents should know about swimming lessons
As you think about swimming lessons, it's important to know:
1. Children don't really have the cognitive skills to learn to swim until they are around 4 years old. They need to be able to listen, follow directions, and retain what they've learned, and that's usually around 4 years old, with some kids being ready a little earlier.
2. That said, swim lessons between 1 and 4 years old can be useful. Not only are some kids simply ready earlier, younger children can learn some skills that can be useful if they fall into the water, like getting back to the side of a pool.
3. The pool or beach where children learn must be safe. This sounds obvious, but safety isn't something you can assume; you need to check it out for yourself. The area should be clean and well maintained. There should be lifeguards that aren't involved in teaching (since teachers can't be looking at everyone at all times). There should be something that marks off areas of deeper water, and something to prevent children from getting into those deeper areas. There should be lifesaving and first aid equipment handy, and posted safety rules.
4. The teachers should be trained. Again, this sounds obvious — but it's not always the case. Parents should ask about how teachers are trained and evaluated, and whether it's under the guidelines of an agency such as the Red Cross or the YMCA.
5. The ratio of kids to teachers should be appropriate. Preferably, it should be as low as possible, especially for young children and new swimmers. In those cases, the teacher should be able to have all children within arm's reach and be able to watch the whole group. As children gain skills the group can get a bit bigger, but there should never be more than the teacher can safely supervise.
6. There should be a curriculum and a progression — and children should be placed based on their ability. In general, swim lessons progress from getting used to the water all the way to becoming proficient at different strokes. There should be a clear way that children are assessed, and a clear plan for moving them ahead in their skills.
7. Parents should be able to watch for at least some portion. You should be able to see for yourself what is going on in the class. It's not always useful or helpful for parents to be right there the whole time, as it can be distracting for children, but you should be able to watch at least the beginning and end of a lesson. Many pools have an observation window or deck.
8. Flotation devices should be used thoughtfully. There is a lot of debate about the use of "bubbles" or other flotation devices to help children learn to swim. They can be very helpful with keeping children safe at the beginning, and helping them learn proper positioning and stroke mechanics instead of swimming frantically to stay afloat, but if they are used, the lessons should be designed to gradually decrease any reliance on them.
9. Being scared of the water isn't a reason not to take, or to quit, swimming lessons. It's common and normal to be afraid of the water, and some children are more afraid than others. While you don't want to force a child to do something they are terrified of doing, giving up isn't a good idea either. Start more gradually, with lots of positive reinforcement. The swim teacher should be willing to help.
10. Just because a child can swim doesn't mean he can't drown. Children can get tired, hurt, trapped, snagged, or disoriented. Even strong swimmers can get into trouble. While swimming lessons help save lives, children should always, always be supervised around water, and should wear life jackets for boating and other water sports.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has helpful information on preventing drowning. The American Red Cross offers an online water safety course for caregivers and parents and water safety videos for children. Many public pools and organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs and the YMCA offer swimming classes for all ages.
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Swimming Lessons Save Lives: What Parents Should Know
~4.0 mins read
Swimming lessons help prevent drowning — the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4.
Before going any further, here's the main thing parents should know about swimming lessons: all children should have them.
Every year, over 4,500 people die from drowning in the United States — and, in fact, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4. Swimming lessons can't prevent all of those deaths, but they can prevent a lot of them. A child doesn't need to be able to swim butterfly or do flip turns, but the ability to get back to the surface, float, tread water, and swim to where they can stand or grab onto something can save a life.
10 things parents should know about swimming lessons
As you think about swimming lessons, it's important to know:
1. Children don't really have the cognitive skills to learn to swim until they are around 4 years old. They need to be able to listen, follow directions, and retain what they've learned, and that's usually around 4 years old, with some kids being ready a little earlier.
2. That said, swim lessons between 1 and 4 years old can be useful. Not only are some kids simply ready earlier, younger children can learn some skills that can be useful if they fall into the water, like getting back to the side of a pool.
3. The pool or beach where children learn must be safe. This sounds obvious, but safety isn't something you can assume; you need to check it out for yourself. The area should be clean and well maintained. There should be lifeguards that aren't involved in teaching (since teachers can't be looking at everyone at all times). There should be something that marks off areas of deeper water, and something to prevent children from getting into those deeper areas. There should be lifesaving and first aid equipment handy, and posted safety rules.
4. The teachers should be trained. Again, this sounds obvious — but it's not always the case. Parents should ask about how teachers are trained and evaluated, and whether it's under the guidelines of an agency such as the Red Cross or the YMCA.
5. The ratio of kids to teachers should be appropriate. Preferably, it should be as low as possible, especially for young children and new swimmers. In those cases, the teacher should be able to have all children within arm's reach and be able to watch the whole group. As children gain skills the group can get a bit bigger, but there should never be more than the teacher can safely supervise.
6. There should be a curriculum and a progression — and children should be placed based on their ability. In general, swim lessons progress from getting used to the water all the way to becoming proficient at different strokes. There should be a clear way that children are assessed, and a clear plan for moving them ahead in their skills.
7. Parents should be able to watch for at least some portion. You should be able to see for yourself what is going on in the class. It's not always useful or helpful for parents to be right there the whole time, as it can be distracting for children, but you should be able to watch at least the beginning and end of a lesson. Many pools have an observation window or deck.
8. Flotation devices should be used thoughtfully. There is a lot of debate about the use of "bubbles" or other flotation devices to help children learn to swim. They can be very helpful with keeping children safe at the beginning, and helping them learn proper positioning and stroke mechanics instead of swimming frantically to stay afloat, but if they are used, the lessons should be designed to gradually decrease any reliance on them.
9. Being scared of the water isn't a reason not to take, or to quit, swimming lessons. It's common and normal to be afraid of the water, and some children are more afraid than others. While you don't want to force a child to do something they are terrified of doing, giving up isn't a good idea either. Start more gradually, with lots of positive reinforcement. The swim teacher should be willing to help.
10. Just because a child can swim doesn't mean he can't drown. Children can get tired, hurt, trapped, snagged, or disoriented. Even strong swimmers can get into trouble. While swimming lessons help save lives, children should always, always be supervised around water, and should wear life jackets for boating and other water sports.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has helpful information on preventing drowning. The American Red Cross offers an online water safety course for caregivers and parents and water safety videos for children. Many public pools and organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs and the YMCA offer swimming classes for all ages.
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Respect Opened Doors For Me In Nollywood Oluwafemi Adekanye
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Actor and model, Oluwafemi Adekanye, aka Big Z, is fast becoming a standout name in Nigeria’s vibrant film industry. A graduate of Performing Arts from the University of Ilorin, the entertainer has been making bold moves on screen, and his growing fan base proves that the spotlight is finding him. Speaking about his journey into Nollywood, Adekanye told Saturday Beats, “One of the biggest challenges I faced when I started was not speaking Yoruba fluently. But, I worked hard to improve, and today, I can confidently take on Yoruba-speaking roles.” He also stated that as a new face in the industry, he had to convince producers and directors of his talent, especially when some assumed his fluency in English would be a barrier. “They didn’t know what I was capable of. But I kept showing up, giving my best, and over time, they saw it too. “Another early challenge was mobility. Getting from one set to another without a personal car made things difficult. It was stressful then, but things have changed now,” he stated. Despite these hurdles, Big Z maintained that his entry into the Yoruba movie space was smoother than most. He said, “In the Yoruba film industry, respect matters a lot. I made sure I showed respect to everyone—regardless of age or status—and that made it easier for people to accept me.” According to him, his most challenging but fulfilling role came in the epic movie ‘Afesona’, where he played a prince-turned-king. The role demanded deep mastery of traditional Yoruba, including proverbs and incantations. “It was tough, but after a lot of practice, I nailed it. Even the directors and producers were impressed,” he noted. On what drives his creativity and keeps him pushing forward, Big Z said, “My thirst for success and my hunger for greatness inspire me. I want to be the best at what I do. And my mother is a big motivation too; I want to make her proud.”
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