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WELLNESS THROUGH WATER!

Teddy Bear Pools & Spas has been building backyard fun since 1975. Our expert staff will guide you through Pools, Spas & Swimspas to help you find which will bring wellness to your life. Our articles focus on “Wellness Through Water”! Wellness Through Water will focus on 6 key dimensions, including Health, Recovery, Therapeutic, Tranquility, Social & Experience

Aquatic exercise is an excellent way to engage in a fun and effective workout.

By StephenOtto | June 2, 2023

Aquatic exercise, is an excellent way to engage in a fun and effective workout Aqua fitness, also known as water aerobics or aquatic exercise, is an excellent way to engage in a fun and effective workout while enjoying the benefits of water resistance. If you own an above-ground pool from Teddy Bear Pools, you can…

Alkalinity: The Backbone of Balance

By Conor Otto | May 24, 2023

Alkalinity: The Backbone of Balance Welcome to Water Care Wednesday! Today, we will be discussing the importance of maintaining proper alkalinity levels in your swimming pool or spa. Alkalinity is a crucial factor in water chemistry, as it helps to regulate pH levels and protect your pool or spa from damage. Alkalinity is measured in…

Pool Opening: Timing Matters

By Conor Otto | May 10, 2023

Pool Opening: Timing Matters As the weather gets warmer, many homeowners start thinking about opening their pools for the season. While there’s no one “perfect” time to open a pool, May 1st is a great choice for above ground pools. Here’s why: Consistent temperatures: In most regions, May 1st marks the beginning of consistently warm…

How a hot tub can be a great addition to your social life!

By StephenOtto | May 6, 2023

How a hot tub can be a great addition to your social life! According to the Office for National Statistics 5% of adults say they feel lonely “often” or “always.”  Being around other people has a very positive impact on the human brain, which is why a healthy social life is so important. Hot tubs are renowned…

Designed with a powerful current system that can be adjusted to suit swimmers.

By StephenOtto | May 1, 2023

Designed with a powerful current system that can be adjusted to suit swimmers. Teddy Bear Pools & Spas take pride in our “Wellness Through Water” philosophy which is why we offer the Endless Pool Fitness System. The Endless Pool Fitness System with the Swim Machine is not just a versatile and convenient way to enjoy…

Importance of Maintaining a Correct pH in your Pool and Spa

By Conor Otto | April 19, 2023

Why pH Matters Welcome to Water Care Wednesdays! As a pool or spa owner, it is essential to maintain a balanced pH level in your water to ensure that it stays clean and healthy. pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a substance, and a balanced pH level in a pool or…

Eco-Smarte Salt Free, Chlorine Free Pool System

By StephenOtto | April 16, 2023

Wellness Through Water in a Chlorine Free, Salt Free Swimming Pool! Earth Day is April 22nd. This Earth Day lets discuss Eco-Smarte Chlorine Free Pool System. We are excited about this revolutionary product that will not only improve the quality of your pool water but also protect the environment. The Eco-Smarte Chlorine Free Pool System…

Multitude of health as well as other benefits in an Endless Pool

By StephenOtto | April 10, 2023

Multitude of health as well as other benefits in Endless Pool. An endless pool swim spa is a compact, self-contained pool that creates a current that allows you to swim in place. It’s often used for swimming, aquatic exercise, and hydrotherapy. Endless pools are typically smaller than inground pools, making them a great choice for…

Building Blocks of Balance

By Conor Otto | April 5, 2023

Building Blocks Of Balance Welcome to Water Care Wednesdays! In today’s post, we’ll dive into the importance of balancing pH, alkalinity, calcium, and chlorine/bromine in pools and spas. pH: measures the water’s acidity or alkalinity, and it should be kept within a specific range of 7.4-7.6. A low pH level can damage pool surfaces, pumps,…

Stress Relief through Chromotherapy, also known as color therapy.

By StephenOtto | April 3, 2023

Stress Relief through Chromotherapy, also known as color therapy. When most people think about Stress Relief in a Hot Tub, they think of the soaking in the hot water, the massage of the jets. But did you know that the light also plays a part in Stress Relief. Chromotherapy, also known as color therapy, is…

Kids Safety

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Splashing, wading, and paddling – it must mean a great day in the water. Playing at the beach, at a water park, by a lake, or in a pool can be a real treat on a hot day. Swimming is a lot of fun, but drowning is a real danger. Let’s find out how to…

Home Water Hazards

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Each year many young children drown in swimming pools, other bodies of water, and standing water around the home: Bathtubs, even with baby bathtub “supporting ring” devices Buckets and pails, especially 5-gallon buckets and diaper pails Ice chests with melted ice Toilets Hot tubs, spas, and whirlpools Irrigation ditches, post holes, and wells Fish ponds,…

For Your Community

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

From CPR, first aid and automated external defibrillator (AED) training to injury prevention courses, bloodborne pathogens training and community disaster education, you can team up with the most trusted name in health and safety training for nearly a century – the American Red Cross. Red Cross training offers complete, flexible programs that help you, your…

Drowning Prevention Tips

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

There is no substitute for adequate supervision. Pools and spas are attractive to children, and children must be kept away from them in the absence of adequate supervision. A fence, wall or natural/artificial barrier should completely enclose your pool or spa. All gates or doors with access to the pool or spa should have a…

The Hot Spring Aria™ Was Selected as a Consumers Digest Best Buy!

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Great News… Consumers Digest, a highly respected authority on value in the consumer marketplace, recently completed a study on portable spas which is featured in the March/April 2007 issue. We are delighted to announce that the Hot Spring® Aria™ was selected as a Consumers Digest Best Buy!  The Aria was recognized in the Premium category…

New Sub-Structure

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Plastic Sub-structure and Base Pan for 2009 HotSpring® Aria™ and Vanguard® models The new ABS plastic sub-structure and base pan provide tremendous benefits. Strong, recycled ABS plastic provides excellent structural support\Removing all wood from these models eliminates the potential for rot and warping Weight is reduced by approximately 150 lbs. Easy snap-in panel attachment –…

Western, MA Counties and Towns

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Teddy Bear Pools & Spas Pools Service Area for Western Massachusetts is made up Berkshire, Franklin,  Hampden,  Hampshire. Building and Servicing In ground Pools, Aboveground Pools and Hot Tubs/Spas in this area. Berkshire County, MA Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Dalton, Egremont, Florida, Great Barrington, Hancock, Hinsdale, Lanesborough, Lee, Lenox, Monterey, Mount Washington, New Ashford, New Marlborough, North Adams, Otis,…

Tuna Car Show and Swap in Springfield, MA to Benefit Shriners Hospital Tuna Car Show to Help Shriners Hospital

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

A whole new “catch” of classic, hot rod and custom cars and trucks in competition and on display await car lovers at Sunday’s 24th Annual Tuned by Tuna Car Show and Swap Meet held at Smith & Wesson in Springfield.  The annual event, organized by Charles “Tuna” Sumares, is a fund-raiser for Shriners Hospital for…

The Graduate’ Landing Onstage

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

For many people, Anne Bancroft is Mrs. Robinson.  Actress Christine De Lisle knows that only too well. “It is a bit daunting. Everybody identifies Mrs. Robinson with her,” she said.  Yet De Lisle said she put her own stamp on the part in the Theater Project’s production of “The Graduate,” running through May 27 at…

Rain Poses Challenge for Some Area Businesses in Agawam, MA

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

AGAWAM, Mass. (abc40) — It seems as though every day we’re trying to make our plans around a pending shower or thunderstorm. For most of us we can just cancel whatever we have planned but for some area businesses that live and die by the weather its not quite that simple.  Whether your trying to…

Northern Western Connecticut

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Teddy Bear Pools & Spas Pools Service Area for Northern Western Connecticut is made up Litchfield, Hartford, Tolland CT. Building and Servicing In ground Pools, Aboveground Pools and Hot Tubs/Spas in this area. Litchfield County Barkhamsted, Canaan, Colebrook, Goshen, New Hartford, Norfolk, North Canaan, Torrington, Winchester Hartford County Avon, Bloomfield, Burlington, Canton, East Granby, East Hartford,…

Majestic Theater West Springfield, MA Sponsored by Teddy Bear Pools & Spas

By DIFDESIGN | February 24, 2015

Teddy Bear Pools & Spas is very proud to be a season sponsor of the Majestic Theater in West Springfield, MA. The Majestic is now in its 13th season and going strong, with a great line up of shows this year. Starting with The Miracle Worker from Sept 4th – Oct 12th. Next is Jerry…