About SwimID and The IRIS Companies

       SwimID is proud to be part of The IRIS Companies, a trusted leader in identification solutions serving businesses of all sizes since 1981. Founded by Ned and Susan Gehris, IRIS is a family-owned Pennsylvania business specializing in a wide range of identification products—including lanyards, ID cards, badge printers, badge reels, event credentials, badge holders, wristbands, and much more.

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       SwimID was created as a highly visible alternative to traditional swim bands like anklets or wristbands, which can be difficult to see underwater. Our unique necklace design stays clearly visible while swimming, enhancing safety and swimmer classification. Designed with durability and comfort in mind, SwimID features a flexible, soft vinyl material paired with a secure plastic breakaway—modeled after IRIS’s popular breakaway lanyards—for repeated use and long-term cost savings.

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       Our exclusive stoplight color-coding system sets SwimID apart in the swim band industry. Rated highly by customers, these swim bands are easy to spot on swimmers in the water, safe for children, simple to sanitize, and reusable. For over a decade, SwimID has been trusted by YMCAs, aquatic programs, swim clubs, and summer camps nationwide.

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For all your identification needs, choose IRIS! Explore our full range of products at our affiliate sites: irisltd.com, lanyards.com, and lanyardsandcredentials.com.