Just Enough Flotation for Beginner Swimmer

After adding an additional flotation pad from the previous effort you saw called, "Just Enough Flotation vs. Too Little," you can see how the proper amount of buoyancy affords Nolan with the ability to practice the "pop-up breath" with confidence. As his skills improve to where this is automatic, then you can remove a flotation pad. As long as the child doesn't resort to a "survival swimming" mode, you can continue to remove flotation until he/she is swimming independently without it. The flotation not only increases confidence and a child's willingness to try, it increases "quality practice time" and promotes "good body positioning and technique." Last but not least, it make learning to swim enjoyable, creating a life long love affair of the water vs. fearing it!

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[swimprofessor]

Look at both videos I posted today. If a child is comfortable putting his face in the water at the side of the pool is swimming in a "survival position," he needs more flotation. When do you take it out? In this video, Nolan is almost ready. You want you learner to be competent and confident in swimming with his face in the water and getting his breath as needed, returning to the swimming position without hesitation. I'd recommend the Swim Lessons University Swim 101 DVD for details.

[GsoPRO]

When should u remove floatation for someone at his size and ability? What signs should i look for?