About Us

• Baldwin Backyard Pool was created when Joy was discouraged by large classes and short class times. 
• I have taught at the old downtown YMCA, for the YWCA at the Alma College Pool, for the City of St. Thomas at Lions Pool and Jaycees Pool. 
• Through experimentation I discovered that 4 was a nice number to work with.
• This gave me the time to give each child lots of individual attention. 
• Children feel more comfortable in a small group and quite frequently will be challenged by the accomplishments of others. 
• The warm temperatures allows them to focus on the task at hand.
• Before I (Joy) married Patrick I was a Baldwin (Ron & Doreen) 
• My father Ron was a long time Police Officer (34 years) in the city. 
• My mom's role was at home raising 4 daughters. 
• Both my parents were very dedicated to volunteering in the community. 
• I have named this program as a dedication to my parents as my way of thanking them for providing me with my lessons and opportunities to teach in this community.