Our Parent and Me program begins at 6 months old. At this age, babies are ready to explore water safely with a parent's support. We focus on water acclimation and building positive water experiences rather than formal swimming instruction. Every baby develops at their own pace, and our instructors tailor lessons to your baby's comfort level and developmental stage.

Yes, parent participation is a core part of our Parent and Me program. For the first 4 baby levels, an adult family member accompanies your child in the pool. This serves multiple purposes: your baby feels secure with you present, you learn water safety techniques you can practice at home, and the one-on-one interaction creates a strong bonding experience. Once your child progresses to our Super Baby program (typically around 24-30 months), they transition to swimming with an instructor while you observe from the side.

Class duration is structured specifically for young children's attention spans and learning needs. Exact length may vary slightly by program level, but all classes are designed to keep your baby engaged without overwhelming them.

This is completely normal and expected. Our instructors are trained in infant and toddler behavior and know how to build trust gradually. We never force a baby into the water or push them beyond their comfort level. Some babies take a few classes to warm up—and that's okay. Your reassuring presence and the instructor's patient, gentle approach help build confidence over time. Most babies who start hesitant become excited swimmers within a few weeks.

We recommend that all of our families swim at least twice a week for progress, when possible. This allows your baby to build comfort progressively. Many families eventually add a second class per week as their baby becomes more confident. We'll help you find the schedule that works best for your family.

Life happens! We offer flexible makeup lessons so your baby can stay on track with their progression. You can schedule a makeup class that fits your schedule through our app.

Yes. Our instructors receive extensive training in water safety, age-appropriate teaching methods, and infant/toddler development. They understand how babies learn, how to build trust, and how to create positive water experiences. Many of our instructors specialize in working with young children and are passionate about introducing babies to water confidently and safely. All instructors are certified in CPR/Water Safety Instructor/ Lifeguarding.

Parent and Me Plus is for children 15-36 months who are already comfortable swimming 3 feet independently. You remain in the water as support, but your child works on longer swimming distances and independent breathing. Parent and Me Super is for children 20-36 months with the same comfort level, but with more focus on separation anxiety and independence, while still having you present in the pool. 

Our instructors monitor your baby's progress and confidence level continuously. They'll let you know when your baby shows readiness to progress to the next level. Progression is based on skill development and comfort, not age alone. Every baby develops at their own pace, and we never rush the process.

For the Parent and Me program levels, you're in the water with your baby, so you're experiencing their progress firsthand. For Super Baby (independent) classes, we have observation areas where you can watch your child learn and grow. Many parents love seeing their little ones' accomplishments and confidence-building. We also complete progress reports for all of our levels periodically, and they are available on the app for the families to see. If they have any questions, we are here to help.