Baby Blue

Baby Swimming Lessons

There's nothing like giving your kids comfort and confidence in the water — something that can start even during infancy! At Big Blue Swim School, we have baby swim classes for even the youngest swimmers, ages three months to three years.

Learn More About Our Fun & Safe Baby Swim Lessons!

Our Baby Blue Program Offers Baby Swim Lessons

Introducing children to the water can help them become confident and skilled adult swimmers, and their journey can start as early as infancy! At Big Blue Swim School, we have baby swim lessons for even the youngest swimmers, ages three months to three years.

Our Baby Blue program helps build the foundational skills your child needs for a lifetime of swimming safety. A parent or caregiver must accompany the child in the water, and our instructors guide the baby and adult through fun, skill-building activities. Our baby swim curriculum is mainly focused on teaching infants swim safety and improving your child’s comfort level in the pool.

Baby lessons feature techniques such as breath control, back floating, crawling out of the pool, and more. Our goal is to prepare your little one for a lifetime of water enjoyment and gradually gain more independence as a swimmer.

Our Exceptional Instructors

Our caring instructors are highly trained and provide first-class education for water safety and skill development. Certified through our rigorous training program, all instructors have more than 75 hours of training and complete ongoing training to enhance their skills and expertise. Even when it comes to a swimming class for infants, they know the correct steps to take to ensure your child learns at a comfortable and progressive pace. On top of that, our team is passionate about what they do and goes above and beyond to demonstrate new skills and truly engage with swimmers.

Using hands to move across the ledge of the pool

How to roll over to start moving or get a breath

Assist in teaching the students how to reach for safety

Weekly 30-Minute Lessons

The Baby Blue program includes 30-minute swim lessons with six kids, along with their parent or caregiver, per instructor. This helps instructors focus more on each child and maximizes young swimmers' opportunities to progress. Although you’ll start in the water with your child, our goal is to get your little one ready for parent-less participation. From holding their breath to pushing off the wall, our curriculum is geared to slowly phase young swimmers into their next tier of water skills development. Once children are old enough and ready for their next chapter in the water, they will graduate to our Bright Blue program to continue learning the foundational skills they need for a lifetime of water safety.

Learning skills first with parents ensures no hindrances to learning while the child is acclimating to the new environment.

Lessons follow the same curriculum from week to week creating consistent progress opportunities.

Benefits of Early Swimming Lessons

Enrolling your infant in swim lessons offers many developmental advantages. Early exposure to water helps improve motor skills, coordination, and balance. Research shows that kids who start swimming classes early often hit developmental milestones sooner than their peers who don’t learn to swim.

Moreover, swimming is a great way to boost your child’s cognitive function. The challenge of learning to adjust their breathing, sightline, and movement to reach the other end of the pool stimulates their brain development. The physical benefits of swim lessons are numerous, including strengthening muscles, improving cardiovascular health, and promoting better sleep patterns.

Detailed Curriculum

Our Baby Blue program offers a comprehensive curriculum that meets the needs of young swimmers at various stages. For infants, we focus on basic water comfort and introductory skills like back floating and breath control. As they progress, toddlers learn more advanced techniques such as moving independently and crawling out of the pool.

Each swimming class for infants is structured to ensure gradual and consistent skill development, incorporating fun activities and games to keep children engaged and excited about learning. By the time your child completes our program, they will be well-prepared for more independent swimming and ready to join our Bright Blue program.

Parent and Child Bonding

One key aspect of our Baby Blue program is the emphasis on parent-child bonding. These shared experiences in the water create long-term memories and strengthen the emotional bond between you and your child.

During the lessons, parents are actively involved, providing comfort and support while learning valuable techniques to help their child succeed. Our instructors also offer tips and guidance for parents to practice at home, reinforcing the skills learned during class. Many parents have found that participating in our swim lessons not only boosts their child's confidence but also enhances their own comfort and enjoyment in the water.

Safety Measures

At Big Blue Swim School, safety is always a priority. We follow strict safety guidelines so that all young swimmers have a secure environment in which to develop their skills. Our instructor-to-child ratio is also carefully managed to provide personalized attention and supervision during each lesson.

Our pools are equipped with state-of-the-art safety features, and our facilities adhere to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. We also offer guidance on water safety practices that parents can follow at home to reinforce what their children learn in class. When you choose our swim lessons, you can rest easy knowing that your child's well-being is always at the forefront of our program.

FAQs About Infant Swim Lessons

We understand that parents have many questions when considering swim lessons for their little ones. Here are some common questions and answers to help you feel more prepared:

What should I expect at the first lesson? Our instructors will focus on making your child comfortable in the water through gentle introduction and fun activities.

How should I prepare my child for lessons? Make sure your child is well-rested, fed, and wearing the appropriate swim gear, including a reusable swim diaper, if needed.

Are the lessons suitable for different ages? Yes, whether you’ve searched online for 6-month-old swim lessons near me, swim lessons for 1-year-olds, or swimming lessons for 2-year-olds, we have excellent curriculums for kids in these age groups.

Important: Every child not completely potty trained must wear a snug fitting reusable swim diaper over a disposable swim diaper every time they are in the pool. If you do not already have a reusable waterproof swim diaper or if you were to forget the reusable or disposable diaper, we have them available for sale in our pro shop. Please make sure to always check your child’s diaper or have your child visit the bathroom before the lesson starts.

Interested in Learning More

Big Blue Swim School is a welcoming, supportive, kid-focused environment. We offer no-risk free trial lessons, so you can try us and see for yourself!