Having done thorough research on the different methods that traditional swimming schools in my area follow, I felt the most comfortable with the ISR approach for my own then 12-month-old baby. The main reason for my decision was that ISR (Infant Swimming Resource), a USA-based company, focuses purely on drowning prevention as no floating devices are being used to assist the child in the water. When an accident happens, it is more than likely that the child will be fully clothed, without any floating device to prevent a tragedy.

When registering for the programme, each child’s medical history will be assessed by registered USA-based Nurses and Paediatricians.  Individual lessons will be adapted as deemed necessary by them.  An important consideration for me was the fact that ISR follows the stringent guidelines set out by the AAP (American Academy of Paediatrics). This provided me with additional comfort about the safety of the programme.  I was very excited about how my baby responded to the lessons. After completing the programme, he was fully equipped with the necessary skills to save his own life by rolling back, floating and breathing until help arrives.

I can with confidence assist you to provide your child with water safety skills, by reaching your child before he or she reaches the water!