The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released updated guidance on drowning prevention in children, emphasizing the importance of early swim lessons, parent involvement, and continued water safety education.
At King’s Swim Academy, we believe learning to swim is one of the most important life skills a child can develop.
The updated AAP recommendations encourage aquatic experiences for infants with a parent and swim lessons beginning after a child’s first birthday. The guidance also highlights that water competency develops gradually through ongoing practice, repetition, and instruction over time.
At King’s Swim Academy, our progressive curriculum helps swimmers build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and become more comfortable in the water through year-round lessons focused on safety and skill development.
“Water competency takes time, consistency, and family involvement,” said Ashley Sheetz. “The updated AAP guidance reinforces how important it is for families to view swim lessons as an ongoing investment in their child’s safety and confidence.”
The AAP guidance also emphasizes:
At King’s Swim Academy, our instructors work to create encouraging, positive experiences that help swimmers feel successful while continuing to strengthen important safety skills.
As children spend more time around pools, lakes, and beaches this summer, consistent swim lessons can help them build stronger confidence and safer habits around water.
Learn more about programs and swim lessons available at King’s Swim Academy.
