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Fact or Fiction: My kids are water competent BECAUSE they go to swim lessons. (Part 2 of 3)

10/11/2021

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FICTION!

This is a tricky one. While it's true water competency develops in swim lessons, it's important to remember that participation and engagement are essential parts of helping your children become water competent. Just attending swim lessons is not enough. Check out our tips for how to stay actively engaged before, during, and after swim lessons.
​​How do I support my kids in becoming water competent?
  1. Complete ALL Learn-To-Swim Levels
  2. Be active and engaged before, during, and after lessons
  3. Practice swimming with your swimmer in a variety of aquatic environments
Be active and engage before, during, and after lessons
Before lessons...
  1. tell your swimmer what they can expect during lessons
  2. read stories about swim lessons
  3. pack their swim bag with all the essentials
  4. ensure they have a good meal before lessons
  5. arrive to class a few minutes early already dressed in their bathing suit

During lessons...
  1. actively watch the lesson
  2. be patient when your swimmer maybe struggle up with a skill
  3. leave the constructive feedback to the instructor
  4. provide words of encouragement
  5. praise your swimmer for mastering complex skills and trying something new

After lessons...
  1. check-in with your instructor
    1. what are some of the skills my swimmer is working on during lessons?
    2. how is my swimmer progressing during lessons?
    3. what can I do to support my swimmer at home?
    4. what are some conversations can we be having at home to support my swimmer?
  2. ask your child about their lessons:
    1. what skills do you feel you have improved?
    2. what skills do you feel you need more practice with?
  3. practice with your swimmer outside of class
Check out our Water Competency Questionnaire to determine if your swimmers are Water Competent!
Water Competency Quiz
Stay tuned for part 3 or 3!
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    Meet Sabrina Keller,
    Founder and CEO of The Aquatic Connection– a family of swim, lifeguard, and instructor education corporations. Sabrina believes in the importance of educating families, communities, and organizations about water safety. Pulling from her years of teaching, aquatic instructor training, mentoring, and motherhood experiences, Sabrina shares tips and tricks to teach your little one about water safety at home.

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