You and your child will have the opportunity to experience water play and water safety. The following information will help create a safe and positive experience for you and your child. There are many things that you can do to prepare your child for his or her first aquatic experience. Depending on his or her age and ability, begin talking to your child about swimming lessons, perhaps during bath time. Your attitude can help your child have a fun and positive experience.
Children copy parental attitudes.
What you say, do, and your facial expressions will influence your child. Praise you child. Reinforce all skills you want your child to repeat. Reward effort as well as accomplishments. Ignore or minimize negative reactions such as crying and temper tantrums.