Sooooo, Amelia and Kathryn each had some swimming lessons. It was interesting to watch my kids be the worst at something. There were times I just wanted to get them out of the pool and take them home and tell them they never have to swim again. Kathryn cried a few times and I just about cried!
Amelia was in the three year old class. I waited for the class that started the day after her birthday. Because the two year old class needs a parent and there was no way I could do that with the other kids and I don’t like the hassle of getting a babysitter. I think Amelia’s only fear is water. The first day she sat at the edge of the pool and the teacher tried to get her to come in the water with her. Her teacher’s name was Amanda, and I’m pretty sure that was what tipped the scale to finally get into the water.
Kathryn was in the 4-6 year old class, which had 10 lessons. I look forward to both girls being in the same class next year. She was also afraid to get into the water and clung to her teacher’s neck. I don’t think she ever actually blew bubbles, but she did put her face in the water. She made a lot of improvement. And now she will float in the bathtub on her back, even letting her ears get wet. Big step!
If it’s any consolation, a good friend of mine put her girls in swimming lessons for the first time last year and experienced the same teary-eyed moments. It only took a couple of lessons and they were starting to ask when they’d go swimming again and they’re loving it this summer. I’m sure after a little exposure they’ll have a great time!
Left by Joanne on July 28th, 2010