FAQs

1. Why is learning to swim important?

The skill of swimming not only can save a life but can significantly increase an individual’s overall well-being. Swimming is known to produce a variety of health benefits such as reducing stress, decreasing heart problems, and improving lung capacity. Furthermore, it is considered a life-long sport as it can be practiced by individuals from a relatively young age to a considerable age.

2. Are private or group swimming lessons better?

It is best to teach learn-to-swim lessons one on one (teacher to swimmer) versus with a group of swimmers. Private lessons will allow the swimmer to receive more direct instructor feedback which is important in learn-to-swim lessons. Some swimmers learn best with a buddy, however it is best to start with private lessons.

3. I want to learn more about drowning prevention, where can I go?

The following organizations provide additional information concerning drowning prevention as well as pool and water safety.
- American Red Cross (U.S.)
- National Drowning Prevention Alliance (U.S.)
- International Drowning Research Alliance (Global)
- International Life Saving Federation (Global)

4. I’m a parent or guardian and I want to teach my kids to swim, how do I know if I’m qualified?

5. Where can I get a First Aid/AED/CPR Certification? How long will it take?

A simple web search will provide information from credible organizations which offer courses both online and face-to-face. Online courses can be completed in about a few hours. After completion, your e-certification will be provided immediately.

6. What if my student is afraid of the water?

Take baby steps. Some kids are naturally afraid of the water and some have had experiences which lead them to develop a fear of water. Never pressure your student to advance his or her skills; being forceful toward your student will likely result in anxiety and, or stress which can decrease his or her progress. Hence, it is important to progress the lessons at the pace in which your student is comfortable.

7. Should I allow my student to swim with floaties?

After your student begins lessons, it is best to refrain from using floaties because this can give false hope. Furthermore, the absence of floaties can further push the student to practice new skills while swimming for fun.

8. My student is having trouble with some of the drills, what should I do?

1. Practice each drill slowly
2. Separate arms and kick. Practice swimming with arms
only; then practice kick; finally, put the two together (if
applicable)
3. Try using fins. This helps swimmers focus on perfect
ing specific, individual stroke mechanics versus the overall
stroke.

9. Where should I purchase my swimming equipment?

Any sports or swimming store will supply the equipment needed for learn-to-swim lessons.

10. What kind of swimsuit should my student wear?

Boys
Boardshorts or jammers. However, boardshorts create
extra drag, so as your swimmer begins to advance, it is
best to wear body shaping suits like jammers, swim briefs, or one pieces, which are made with tight-gripping material.
Girls
A standard one piece will be best

11. What time of the year is best to begin swim lessons?

Indoor pools: Any time of year
Outdoor pools: Spring - Fall (depending on where you live), as long as weather and pool temperature is warm enough. Outside temperature should generally be at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit/ 30 Celsius and up). For all swimmers, pool temperature should be at least 80 degrees Fahrenheit/ 27 Celsius (give or take 1 or 2 degrees) during the Spring and Fall seasons to accommodate body temperature. Your child should be comfortable with both the outside temperature and pool temperature.

12. Where can I get a First Aid/AED/CPR Certification? How long will it take?

A simple web search will provide information from credible organizations which offer courses both online and face-to-face. Online courses can be completed in about a few hours. After completion, your e-certification will be provided immediately.

13. Should my student continue lessons and, or swimming after the 13 lessons or beginner learn-to-swim lesson package is complete?

Absolutely! The more time spent swimming, the better one’s skills will become. The longer one goes without swimming, the more likely he or she will forget and even possibly lose certain skills.

14. What is a good age for someone to begin learn-to-swim lessons?

4 +. Interested younger children are encouraged to enroll in lessons with an experienced professional and, or swim school.

15. My student is having a hard time focusing. What should I do?

Remind them that if they complete each drill, they will be rewarded with an end of lesson game. If your student persists by not listening, skip the end of lesson game, if necessary.
Introduce option to choose certain drills and games if listening skills are improved.
Try 2 (swimmers):1 (instructor) lessons versus 1:1 lessons. Some swimmers learn best with a buddy.

16. Can the beginner learn-t0-swim lesson package be taught to older students, such as teenagers and adults?

Of course! Instructors may appropriately adjust lessons per swimmer level as well as per age. However, lessons should not be taught to children younger than 4 years old.

17. Why does the pool need to be a certain temperature?

For the safety of all swimmers, it is important that the pool temperature not be too cool, nor too warm. For children and beginner swimmers, a temperature of around 78 - 80+ degrees Fahrenheit / 25+ - 26+ degree Celsius is best to accommodate work out level and body temperature. For advanced swimmers, a pool temperature of around 75 - 78 degrees Fahrenheit / 23+ - 25+ degrees Celsius is recommended.

18. In reference to the pool games, what are the different swim levels?