Toddler Swimming Lessons in North York Promote Water Safety & Fun

Many parents wonder when to sign up for toddler swimming lessons in North York. If your child seems ready for water play and splashing, it’s probably the right time. Every child is different, but we encourage parents to teach their children water survival and swim readiness skills as early as possible. Formal swimming lessons between ages 1 and 4 can reduce the risk of drowning by 88%, according to a recent case-control study.

Most kids under the age of 4 aren’t ready to swim on their own, but they can begin acclimating to the water and learning lifesaving survival skills. It’s important to know how to navigate in the water, roll over, and float safely at the water’s surface. These skills build a foundation for future lessons. More importantly, they prepare children to survive an accidental fall into the water. Every second counts in a water-based emergency.

It’s never too early to get your child in the water. Look for parent-and-child programs with trained professionals and a curriculum-based approach. You’ll love splashing around with your child while learning to be safe.

Our Approach to Toddler Swimming Lessons in North York

Water safety is the foundation of everything we do, beginning in our toddler swimming lessons and reinforced at every subsequent level. Our program teaches first-time swimmers through gentle and safe techniques. We incorporate songs, splashing, and educational playtime to make learning fun and reduce the fear commonly associated with learning to swim.

A parent or caregiver will accompany each swimmer in the pool. Having an adult nearby helps inexperienced swimmers feel safe and provides reassurance as they learn new skills. You’ll receive a unique parent-child bonding experience while our instructors use a supportive approach to build confidence. Then, we introduce water survival skills that improve safety and set a foundation for long-term success. Our goal-oriented program creates safer, stronger swimmers—one step at a time.

What can you expect from our toddler swimming lessons in North York?

• A lot of singing, splashes, and smiles
• An introduction to the water in a safe and gentle manner
• Confidence-building while working towards independence from the parent or accompanying adult
• Instruction on how to jump in, roll over, and float independently
• An introduction to basic water survival and swim readiness skills

Ready? Find a Nearby Pool

Are you ready to introduce your soon-to-be swimmer to the water? Children can enroll in our parent-assisted water acclimation classes as early as 3-months! Enrollment is available year-round, and lessons are held in warm, indoor pools to make swimming as comfortable of an experience as possible. Find a nearby location and sign up today!