Swimming learning has 3 major segments.-
Aqua orientation,
Basic Swimming learning.
Technique Improvement and Strengthening.
Toddlers and babies need to first be oriented into water. As they participate in tailored aqua orientation programs, they learn to stay afloat. This is called swimming in babies.
The actual swimming strokes are taught when the limbs become a little stronger and the mind is receptive to instructions.
Your baby can start of with orientation modules in 10 to 12 months age also. But these are very customised programs. And they must be good. Till 3 years of age, the mother must be in the water with the baby as the baby only trusts his mother.
If no good orientation programs are running, then expose him to water at home, yourself. And enrol him into formal training at around age 4. This is ideal and removes stress from the learning process. Because if the child develops fear by being forced, he will say NO !
I have dealt with many cases that went awry because of forced and misinformed learning . Take the process step by step. And your baby will learn beautifully :)
Thank you so much for taking out time and posting this in detail. I am ever so thankful!☺️ You are a star!
He loves his tub so far. Has never cried and seeming loves playing in water so hopefully the future looks good!
Of course :) We are "paharis" , @swati-s ;).
Highlander genetics overcome all demons ! :D :D :D
You son will learn well.
It is my pleasure. I am happy to be of help to you.
Children must never suffer .
If your baby is happy in water, encourage him to splash water on his face and enjoy the feel of water on his face. :)