\r\nHow early can my child start lessons?
\r\nSun Devil swim school offers lessons for children beginning at 6 months of age. These are called Water Baby classes in which a parent is in the water participating with the child. We find that children who begin swim classes before they reach 1 year of age generally accept the water more readily than older children.

\r\nHow quickly will my child learn to swim?
\r\nThere are many factors that determine how quickly your child will learn to swim, including the child\'s developmental stage, any previous experience in and around the water, as well as the child\'s ability to adjust to a new environment. Please be patient in your child\'s learning process as it is normal for your child to have up\'s and down\'s. With proper instruction and continual support every child can ultimately learn to swim successfully.

\r\nWhat do we need to bring to class?
\r\nYour child needs to attend class with a pair of goggles. If your child has long hair, we ask that you tie it back in a ponytail or wear a swim cap. Children in Water Baby and Transition classes are required to wear reusable cloth swim diapers which are available for purchase.

\r\nWhat if my child is not feeling well?
\r\nIf your child has a cold, but is eating well and acting as normal, you may bring them to class. Please do not bring a child who has a fever, is not eating, or shows signs of bacterial infection.

 

Do you offer make-ups or credit for a missed class?
\r\nWe do not offer refunds, credits, or make-ups for missed classes. If your child is unable to attend, we look forward to seeing them at the next scheduled lesson. We ask that you do your best to bring your child regularly to swim lessons.

\r\nWhen is my child going to get their next ribbon?
\r\nThe instructor administers the evaluation but if you would like your child to be evaluated that can be done through the Deck Supervisor. If you ever have any questions or comments for your student\'s teacher please speak with the Deck Supervisor. A \'Parent-Instructor Communication Form\' is available upon request as instructors are not allowed to converse with parents while they are teaching classes.

\r\nDoes everyone need to shower before they get in?
\r\nYes. In an effort to ensure the sanitation and cleanliness of our new facility we ask that anyone who will be getting in the pool rinse off in the showers beforehand. Unless you have been directed by a doctor; sun guards, band aids, and Vaseline are not to be used as they all come off in the pool.
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Where should I sit?
\r\nOnce your child has entered the pool please proceed to any of the provided benches.
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