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Teaching Children to Swim

by Richard Hill www.swimalot.com

The most important thing when teaching a child to swim is to gain his or her trust in the water. Many children are afraid of the water and need to be reassured that everything will be ok. A big first step in teaching your son or daughter to swim is getting them familiar with the water.
Take your child to the pool often and concentrate more on being in the water than the mechanics of swimming. Often, children need the extra reassurance provided by a flotation device. Allowing the child to play in the pool often will boost his or her confidence.
Teaching your son or daughter to float is also useful. You can do this by laying the child in the water with your arms underneath his or her body. Gradually remove your arms, but replace them if your child begins to sink. Nothing can drown all hopes of a child learning to swim than sinking under the water. Once fear has been established, the road to swimming will be much longer.
Once the child is comfortable, a kick board is a good tool to use. This will show the child how to kick without them having to concentrate on their upper body. Once they have perfected their kick, it is time to start showing them the mechanics of swimming. Show your child how to paddle his arms effectively in the water using cupped hands to propel him or herself through the water. When your child has accomplished this, swimming is right around the corner.

1-2-3 Swim Flotation Swim Suit (Size 2) - 51002

1-2-3 Swim Flotation Swim Suit (Size 2) - 51002

The 1-2-3 SWIM Flotation Swim Suit The 1-2-3 SWIM Flotation Swim Suit is a one piece tank style swimsuit with outside pockets, into which are inserted 6" polystyrene tubes. The swimsuit is made of polyester/spandex which stretches for fit and comfortable wear. The square leg prevents "ride-up" and keeps the tubes in place around the middle of the body. The 1-2-3 SWIM Flotation Swim Suit is a flotation aid specifically designed to teach swimming and water safety to toddlers. Your child will be swimming safely and with great pleasure after just one or two sessions in the pool, benefiting from the quality time spent exercising in the water. The swim sessions are a BONUS gift to your toddler. Not only is your child learning the basics of how to swim, but the therapy of water exercises encourages motor skills, coordination, balance, and water safety discipline. If your toddler is not toilet trained, the use of a throw away swimmers diaper is recommended. Hold your child's hands and hold them upright, head out of the water at all times, as you encourage them to use their legs by "running or pedaling" in the water. Show your child how to pull the water by moving his or her hands in a circular dog paddle movement. Your child will soon realize that they control the upright position by continuously running in the water. As your child's swimming strengthens, remove one tube at a time starting with the four tubes in the FRONT of the swim suit. your child safely jump or water-slide into the pool with the 1-2-3 SWIM Swim Suit. The poly foam tubes are machine molded. The will not absorb water, will not chip, and will not rot. For toddlers weighing 18-30lbs. 100% polyester Unisex prints
Boy's Flotation Suit

Boy's Flotation Suit

Introductory swim aid designed to promote confidence and security within the water while teaching basic swim skills.