Parented programs are for children up to age 3 and require active participation with an adult aged 18 or older. Parent & Tot classes provide an opportunity for parents and children to enjoy in-water interaction in a fun and social setting. Focusing on the importance of play and developing water positive attitudes and skills, children gain valuable exposure to being in and around the water. Parents will learn to be Water Smart to keep themselves and their child safe in any aquatic setting.
Parents and babies ages 4-12 months will explore the water together under the watchful eyes of their instructor. They will learn how to safely enter and exit the water and work on getting ready to discover the water safely. Parents will learn how to safely support their child while they play. Parent & Tot participants can enjoy 15 mins of hot tub time after their lesson. Siblings or family members registered in other lessons are not entitled to hot tub time after class.
Instructors will lead sessions to help parents with children ages 12-24 months learn basic water safety skills in a welcoming environment. Parents are taught how to support their child with assisted entries and exits into water and support them in learning to float and kick. They can celebrate together when the child can get their face wet and blow bubbles for the first time. Parent & Tot participants can enjoy 15 mins of hot tub time after their lesson. Siblings or family members registered in other lessons are not entitled to hot tub time after class.
Parents will work towards supporting their toddlers, ages 2-3 years, in becoming more independent in the water. Getting in, getting out, going under, and floating, parents and toddlers will be introduced to different iterations of these fundamental skills. Parent & Tot participants can enjoy 15 mins of hot tub time after their lesson. Siblings or family members registered in other lessons are not entitled to hot tub time after class.
