Baby will start to swim through the water using primitive actions like a dolphin wriggle or the crawling action. Baby is starting to become increasingly independent in the water. Between 12 to 18 months, baby becomes very mobile. They will have mastered crawling, walking and will begin running. Baby’s ability […]
Baby’s First Swim in the Pool – Teaching Tips
Learning to swim can start at any age. However, 4-8 months is the perfect time to start formal learn to swim lessons. Parents are more confident interacting with their baby. In addition, baby is gaining better neck control and a real interest in new and exciting situations. Baby’s growth and development will […]
Building Breath Control in the Water
Breath control is an essential element in the learn to swim process. By teaching children breath control, we make the first submersion, free from fuss and trauma. Teaching breath control to babies from 0-2 years is best done by conditioning. Here, we prepare baby for their first under water experience. […]
Is it too Late to Start Swimming Lessons with my Child
Not all parents will get an opportunity to introduce their baby to the water from birth. It is a common misconception that if children do not start from birth, then they are incapable of catching up. And therefore, cannot achieve great swimming skills. Forty years teaching experience has shown that […]
Children’s Swimming Lessons: What to Teach
At children’s swimming lessons, children should learn to swim! It sounds basic but I have people who e-mail, join my swim school and approach me on the street and tell me that they have attended lessons for X years and their child doesn’t know how to swim. Tips for Children’s […]