Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring to the lesson?
- All students under the age of 3 are required to wear a swim diaper regardless of whether or not the student is potty-trained
- Swimsuit and Towel
- Wetsuits or rash guard are nice if your child gets cold easily but are not required
- Change of clothes
Should my child eat before a lesson?
Please do not feed your child or give him/her milk or juice one hour before his or her float lesson. If your child is frightened or cannot hold his or her breath, no eating 3 hours before is preferred. Nervous children often swallow lots of air and sometimes water which may cause a student to throw up.
Can parents stay and watch the lesson?
Absolutely! Parents are welcome to be by the pool to watch. However, in order for me to effectively teach I need the child's full attention and trust. Breathing and concentration are two critical components of water safety training. I kindly ask to move to an area where your child cannot see you if you see that they are distracted.
What if my child does not like float lessons?
Floating like many activities, generates anxiety in some children. This anxiety may be most evident on the first few lessons. As each class progresses, your child’s anxiety should be less and less evident. Time, familiarity and consistency ease the anxiety. Remember this is a skill for life that you are giving your child.
How long will it take for my child to learn how to float?
The goal is to teach your child how to fall or jump in the water and recover to a back float without assistance from me. The number of lessons it will take to accomplish this will depend on:
- How consistent you are with scheduling lessons
- Your child's comfort level
- Your child's ability to trust their instructor
- Your child’s individual personality (some children have a cautious personality and others jump into everything without a thought)
- Your child’s coordination and physical development