
As part of a national expansion, Goldfish Swim School Franchising in Troy has opened a new swim school in Brighton. The company is owned and operated by co-founders Jenny and Chris McCuiston, and President Andrew McCuiston.
The brand is currently prioritizing franchise growth in California, Colorado, Tennessee, and Texas.
The new school in Brighton, located at Green Oak Village Place, serves children aged 4 months through 12 years in a warm, 90-degree indoor pool.
Goldfish Swim School’s play-based Science of SwimPlay curriculum combines guided play with instruction from trained team members. Small class sizes, including a 4-1 student-teacher ratio in many classes, give children personalized support to build on their safety skills and make meaningful progress with every lesson.
This swim school is operated daily by General Manager Katie MacCulley and Assistant General Manager Nikki Wattles. The opening coincides with Goldfish Swim School’s 20th anniversary. Overall, Goldfish has more than 200 locations across North America, including 13 locations in Michigan.
“As a Brighton-area parent and mother of five, I understand how important it is to find swim lessons that feel safe, welcoming, and convenient,” says MacCulley. “Our team is honored to become part of this community and help children develop skills that can support them in and around the water for years to come.”
To celebrate the new location, Goldfish Swim School – Brighton will host a grand opening party on Sept. 26, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The free public event will feature two hours of open pool time, face painting, a balloon artist, refreshments, an appearance by the Goldfish Swim School mascot, Bubbles, Kona Ice, raffles to win one month of free swim lessons, and more. Register to attend via Eventbrite.
“Opening our newest Goldfish Swim School in Brighton reflects our family’s continued commitment to bringing essential water safety education to more communities,” says Chris McCuiston, co-founder and CEO of Goldfish Swim School Franchising.
“We see tremendous potential to expand the Goldfish Swim School mission, and we look forward to welcoming more entrepreneurs who want to make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve.”
As the brand continues to grow, Goldfish Swim School Franchising is seeking qualified candidates to bring its proven water safety and swim instruction model to more families nationwide.
Visit goldfishswimschool.com/franchise-opportunities or call 248-801-1850 for detailed Goldfish Swim School franchise opportunities.


