An in-depth study* showed children in swim lessons performed significantly better than the typical population in every major milestone.
Major milestones achieved | Typical child | Child enrolled in swim lessons | Improvements shown |
Separates easily from parents | 37-72 months | As early as 19 months | 18 months earlier |
Separates easily from parents | 37-72 months | As early as 19 months | 18 months earlier |
Speaks clearly enough for strangers to understand | 61-72 months | As early as 25 months | 36 months earlier |
Follows a two- or three-word command and simple instructions | 25-72 months | As early as 13 months | 12 months earlier |
Climbs well | 37-72 months | As early as 13 months | 24 months earlier |
Runs easily | 37-72 months | As early as 19 months | 18 months earlier |
Correctly names some colors | 49-72 months | As early as 25 months | 24 months earlier |
Understands the concept of counting | 49-72 months | As early as 25 months | 24 months earlier |
Interested in new experiences | 49-72 months | As early as 19 months | 30 months earlier |
Cooperates with other children | 49-72 months | As early as 25 months | 24 months earlier |
Says several single words | 25-72 months | As early as 13 months | 12 months earlier |
Identifies common objects and pictures | 25-72 months | As early as 13 months | 12 months earlier |
Learns water survival skills | 37-72 months | As early as 3 months | 34 months earlier |
British Swim School – East Valley offers premier swimming lessons for babies, kids, adults, starting from three months. We also teach Adapted Aquatics and proudly serve the communities of Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Ahwatukee, Mesa and Queen Creek. Call (480) 725-9292 to enroll, or find a class online.