frequently asked Questions

ISR's goal is for your child to become an "aquatic problem solver" with the ability to self-rescue in any depth of water. ISR skills will greatly increase your child's chance of surviving an aquatic accident, even when fully clothed.

The reason for this is multifaceted. First, repetition and consistency are crucial elements of learning for young children. Research shows that short, more frequent lessons result in higher retention. Second, most children have fairly short attention spans, and we want to take advantage of the best lesson length for learning. Third, though the pool temperature is maintained at 82-88 degrees, that temperature is still lower than your child's body temperature which causes them to lose body heat. Instructors check students regularly for temperature fatigue since this is an indicator of physical fatigue.

As your child goes through lessons, you will learn what activities may interfere with their Self-Rescue skills. Children who are confident in their skills, begin to explore and test their limits. They may pick up bad habits by watching other children or by interference like floating in a bathtub or playing on the steps of a pool. Contact your instructor to ask about any swimming behaviors that are concerning.