*13 months and older - Once your child has been walking for at least 6 weeks, he/she will learn the swim-float-swim sequence. They will learn to propel themselves through the water, independently, in a head-down position for approximately 3 to 5 seconds. When they feel the need to breathe, they will be trained to roll to their back in a floating position, float independently for 3 to 5 seconds, then flip over and swim for another 3 to 5 seconds. They can continue this sequence several times until they are able to reach safety. Our Instructors will teach the basic skills, and with some reinforcement at home, your child will have all the needed confidence to potentially save themselves from an aquatic accident. It is a motor skill that will improve with consistent repetition and practice. You may notice that your child will learn some skills quickly, but then be hesitant to learn other new skills. This is perfectly normal for children. The initial primary focus of lessons is the rotation from face-down to face-up, which will provide even the youngest “swimmers” a lifesaving skill while they are becoming developmentally ready for other swimming behaviors. Students generally master these skills in approximately 6 to 8 weeks. Students are required to attend all lessons each week. Parents, guardians, or caretakers can observe lessons from the pool deck chairs.