Baby Swim | Evie 11 Months Swimming At The Public Pool

Exploring shallow water is a vital stage in the learn to swim process. Here baby can learn the difference between deep and shallow water. They can learn to submerge, float and recover on a shallow ledge, step or ramp. All exploratory play must be done under active adult supervision. Remember babies can easily topple over and struggle to recover. Babies love to crawl, play and explore different depths of water with encouragement from their parent who is ready to respond if necessary.

Building baby's confidence and developing trust is vital for positive learn to swim outcomes. It’s important for baby to feel safe and in control as they progress according to their individual readiness. when they are ready. Using positive praise, reward small achievements and use parental demonstrations to encourage learning.

Giving baby a regularly opportunity to play and explore while following the learn to swim progressions of water familiarization, breath control, submersion, floating and propulsion will lead to positive outcomes.
• Build confidence through play and exploration
• Actively supervise even during shallow water play
• Follow the learn to swim process and have fun

All baby swimming classes must be conducted in a safe and positive learn to swim environment. Each Baby and Toddler should be encouraged to learn to swim according to their individual readiness. The learn to swim process should follow a step by step process including water familiarisation, breath control, submersion, floating and propulsion. Adult supervision is always required when in and around the water. To learn all about how to teach swimming to babies visit my website and get my online program at babyswim.info