Swim Lessons

Last week we started Hallie's 1st set of swim lessons by herself(we have done a couple sets of mommy and me). I was really excited that she could do them alone so I wouldn't have to worry about what to do with Gracie. She was very excited. They start each session with what they call "Whale Tales" where they talk about water safety followed by a 30 minutes session in Hallie's age group(everyone else is a hour).

 They have a bunch of toys for the kids to throw and retrieve. They have also learned to float on their backs, beginning of leg and arms for swimming, getting their face wet, and jumping in. Hallie has been timid for about the 1st 5 minutes of each session and then seems to warm up and love everything.

 

Weber State does a great job and has four kids to one teacher at Hallie's level and 3 kids to one teacher until they are competent swimmers. I also like that there are only 4-5 groups it equals decreased ciaos. But a note for next time M-Th for 2 weeks is too much I think we will try the 2x a week for a month this fall and see if we like it better.