This is a water adjustment program where children learn and adjust to being in the water.

Prerequisites:

• Ability to control head movement

Compare to: 

• American Red Cross - Parent Child Program
• Foss - Backfloat Baby 1*

A Typical Class

Certified instructors guide parents in teaching their children fundamental safety and aquatic skills. Class is held in our heated indoor pools. Children get comfortable with the water through games, songs and activities and begin work on basic swimming skills. 

Class Length: 30 minutes

Outcomes/Benefits

• Positive adjustment to the water
• Pure enjoyment of a positive parent/child experience
• Readiness for future swim instruction level – Sea Lion

Tips & Preparation

Children will adjust to the water more successfully when their parent is calm, smiling and having fun. 

• Plan to arrive with enough time to change into swimming attire and stow away items in the locker room. 
• Adults should keep a positive attitude and stay relaxed before, during and after class.
• Our pools are heated, but kids who chill easily may benefit from a swim shirt or ear bands.
• You and your child must shower with soap before entering the pool.
• Tight-fitting rubber or plastic pants are required for children who are not yet potty-trained
• We suggest you save open swimming for after class so children are prepared and not worn out before classes begin.  

Attire and What to Bring

• Come to class dressed and ready for the pool.
• Clothes, street shoes, diaper bags and other personal items can be stored in the locker rooms; bring your own lock and leave your valuables at home.
• Family appropriate, clean swimsuit and swim attire is required for you and your child.
• Tight-fitting rubber or plastic pants are required for children who are not yet potty-trained.
• Sandals or flip-flops are permitted in the pool area; No street shoes permitted.
• Towels, goggles if desired. Masks and snorkels are not allowed.