WHAT TO EXPECT
It’s okay to
have big feelings.
Crying or feeling unsure during swim lessons is completely normal for infants and toddlers.
They are adjusting to a new environment, a new instructor, and new experiences in the water.
Giving children the time, space, and support to emotionally regulate helps build trust, confidence, and important safety skills that last a lifetime.
It’s completely normal
Time, space & support
Building skills
that last
Taught with
care
Even when crying,
they are still learning.
They are taking in everything—the sounds, the movements, the feeling of the water, and seeing their instructor.
Awareness and exposure lead to adaptation.
If we stop the lesson, we also stop learning.
Parents can support this process
by staying calm, confident, and encouraging during lessons. We ask parents to remain on the sideline, while helping reassure their child that their instructor is there to keep them safe and support them in the water.
Giving children the time and space to adapt, emotionally regulate, and build trust with their instructor helps develop self-confidence, resilience, and comfort in the water over time.
It also reinforces they can receive assistance outside of mom and dad, in the appropriate environment.
We’re honored to be part of
your child’s journey
and can’t wait to celebrate
their progress with you!