A common question asked amongst parents is at what age should my child commence swimming lessons?

The recommendation of the Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association is that infants can start a formal swimming program at 4 months of age.

Swimming and water familiarisation from 4 months of age lays a solid foundation for a lifelong love of water. The foundations are laid and the child is building a skill for life when introduced to water in a gentle and nurturing way, with age appropriate activities.

Babies are less restricted in the water and as such they can exercise more muscles.

Starting swimming lessons early, means your child will accept the water easier than children who are kept away from the water until they are older. This reduces the likelihood of them developing a fear of water.

Water familiarisation enhances parent and child bonding, confidence and trust. Starting classes early will ensure that your child has the fundamental building blocks to develop a life time love of water and skills to ensure they are forever able to Swim, Survive and enjoy the water.

Don’t let your baby become a tragic statistic, enrol today!