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How old does my child need to be to start learning to be safe in the water?

Created OnJune 11, 2020

Last Updated OnNovember 27, 2020

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As young as 3 months old, we have taught babies to float independently in the water.

As young as 4 months, we have taught babies to complete the ISA’s key Sequence “Rollback-and-Float”. Most of the babies are able to perform this skill once they are strong enough to be able to roll over by themselves on land.

From around 1 year old, when toddlers start to walk on land, they can learn the ISA’s Key Sequence Kick-Float-Kick (Guided). Guided jumps and divings can be introduced.

From 2-3 years old, children can learn the ISA’s Key Sequence Kick-Float-Kick (Independent). Independent jumps and divings are taught.

From 3-5 years old, or when the child is physically strong enough, they can learn traditional swimming strokes.

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