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The Importance of Staying Consistent with Swim Lessons
Our instructor “D” with one of our swimmers.
Why Consistent Swim Lessons Are a Must
"Sure, they teach my child to swim, but isn't it a one-time thing? Don't I just buy the package, maybe I buy another one, and then they just know how to swim?" Well, not exactly.
Yes, some kids only need a few swim lessons to learn to swim, and then they're good to go, but that doesn't mean you should all of a sudden stop. Stopping swim lessons all together can actually do more harm than good, as kids tend to forget the skills and lessons learned by their swim instructor. This makes it more dangerous if they accidentally fall in the pool. Not only does it come as a surprise to them, leading to increased anxiety and heart rate, but their brain immediately goes into fight or flight mode, making it harder to make rational decisions and recall what they learned months ago.
Swim lessons for children are like reading for adults. What would happen if you didn't read anything for a month or two? Chances are, you'd forget how to put all the letters together to make words. It might not seem like a big deal at first, but not being able to read when driving would be hazardous. Just like reading for adults, swim lessons for children will lose their effectiveness if the skills are not practiced regularly, leading to a very long, hazardous road in the future.
We're On a Budget, and I Have To Work All The Time. How Do I Stay Consistent with Swim Lessons?
Like anything, Swim lessons can become expensive and time-consuming, and let's face it...adulting is costly and time-consuming. So, how can you make sure you're keeping your children safe while not risking becoming too overbooked? Budget your time and money by spreading out lessons and going once or twice a week instead of daily. This ensures that the swim lessons for kids can keep them safe, work effectively, and continue longer, without any added stress of scheduling. You can sleep well at night knowing that your kids are taking the time to learn how to be safe in the water.
Where Do I Sign Up for Swim Lessons?
So, now that you know the importance of staying consistent with swim lessons, how do you get signed up? At Worden Aquatics, we've made it easy for you to get signed up from wherever you are. Simply click on the button below, or email Kat Ivey at info@wordenaquatics.com, or call the office at (615) 241-1179 to set up your kid's swim lessons!