What Not To Teach Your Child When They're Learning To Swim | Bear Paddle Swim School

We believe every child should learn how to swim, and we also want every child to enjoy swimming. However, it’s still important to have fun safely. That means knowing what not to teach your children when they’re learning to swim is just as important as what you should teach them.Relying Too Much On Floatation DevicesWhile some instructors may incorporate floatation devices at times during lessons, it is dangerous to rely too much on them, particularly water wings. Such devices can give both children and parents a false sense of security. Parents may not watch children quite as closely because they’re counting on the device to keep their child safe. Similarly, children may try things they shouldn’t because they feel safe with the devices.Additionally, floatation devices like water wings can slip off, leaving your child in danger if he or she does not know how to swim. They also may not keep your child in the correct position, so your child could be struggling in the water, and you may no...