1️⃣ Build Excitement & Set Positive Expectations

Before lessons begin, talk to your child about the fun they’ll have and what they’ll learn. Stay positive and reassuring, especially if they feel nervous. Avoid pressure—every child progresses at their own pace!

✅ DO: Hype up swim day with excitement.

❌ DON’T: Compare their progress to others.

2️⃣ Let the Instructor Take the Lead

It’s natural to want to step in, but trust the swim instructor’s expertise. Allow them to guide your child while you observe and encourage from a distance.

✅ DO: Let the instructor give directions and corrections.

❌ DON’T: Call out instructions from the sidelines—it can confuse your child.

3️⃣ Offer Encouragement, Not Pressure

A simple thumbs-up, smile, or “You’re doing great!” can boost your child’s confidence. Even if they struggle with a skill, acknowledge their effort rather than focusing on perfection

.✅ DO: Praise their effort: “I love how hard you’re trying!”

❌ DON’T: Say things like, “Why can’t you float like the other kids?”

4️⃣ Create Opportunities for Practice

Reinforce what they’re learning with fun water play outside of lessons. Visit a pool for extra practice and encourage them to show you their new skills in a relaxed environment.

✅ DO: Make water time fun and stress-free.

❌ DON’T: Turn practice into a high-pressure test.

5️⃣ Stay Consistent with Lessons

Regular attendance is key to steady progress. Skipping multiple lessons can make skills harder to retain, so try to stick to a schedule.

✅ DO: Keep lessons consistent for ongoing progress.

❌ DON’T: Take long breaks that could cause skill regression.

6️⃣ Be Patient & Celebrate Small Wins

Every child learns at their own pace. Some may be hesitant at first, while others dive right in. Recognize small victories, whether it’s blowing bubbles or swimming independently for a few seconds.

✅ DO: Celebrate progress, no matter how small.

❌ DON’T: Rush them through the learning process.

7️⃣ Model Water Safety at All Times

Show your child that water safety is important by practicing it yourself. Always follow pool rules, use proper flotation when necessary, and demonstrate safe behaviors around water.

✅ DO: Teach by example—always follow safety guidelines.

❌ DON’T: Assume they’ll just “figure it out” on their own.

By taking an active but balanced role in your child’s swim lessons, you’re setting them up for a lifelong love of swimming and essential water safety skills. Encourage, support, and trust the process—before you know it, they’ll be swimming with confidence!