With the hot and humid St. Louis summers, one of the only places people want to be is in the pool. While this is a relaxing space for most swimmers, the pool can be incredibly dangerous for smaller kids. The best way to prevent tragedy is to teach your child how to swim as early as possible. Not only will this help them learn how to navigate the waters, but it could also save their life if they accidentally fall in. If you want to keep your little one safe in the blazing heat, I’d love to tell you about several places where you can find St Louis swim lessons!
For years, Barron has been known for providing specialty classes to kids. Their mission is to “build skills for life.” During their swim classes, they work with children to teach them all about water safety. The classes are divided up into three groups. In the Parents and Tots class, you’ll get in the water with your child and introduce them to swimming. The Juniors class is for children starting at age 3 and going up to kindergarten age. These lessons are broken into 4-levels that will take them from swimming to learning various strokes. Their School Age program extends from beginner lessons and goes up to intermediate moves. The courses keep the ratio of students to teachers low to give your child individualized help.
Foss Swim School is a chain that has locations in six states, including Missouri. Across their five St. Louis area locations, your child will learn from skilled instructors who will take the time to turn them into a confident swimmer. The teachers get to know their students and let them learn at their own speed. The classes are broken into various ages, starting at 6 months old. Your child will learn everything from basic water safety to advanced skills. Foss even has lessons for adults so you can learn to love the water as much as your child will!
For over 40 years, Super Swimmers Academy has provided lessons to kids all across the St. Louis area! During each class, at least one teacher stays present as a Water Safety Instructor skilled in CPR. The classes use low ratios, starting with private 1:1 classes and stopping at 3:1 small group classes. For 30 minutes, your child will work with an expert to master the art of swimming. The school features levels separated by age, starting with toddler courses. On top of their exceptional child lessons, the school provides adult classes.
Teaching your child how to be a confident swimmer is one of the best ways you can keep them safe. With these St Louis swim lessons, your family will be ready for those summer pool parties!
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