Welcome to Infant Aquatics Perth
Committed to Drowning Prevention
Welcome to Infant Aquatics Perth, your partner in drowning prevention! Our survival swim instructor holds the international Infant Aquatics℠ Survival Swim instructor certification (among other swimming qualifications) providing toddlers and small children with the revolutionary swim-float-swim survival swim technique - ensuring your child has the skills not only to survive, but to thrive in the water - we want you and your children to experience all the joys of confident swimming and the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your children are equipped with life saving aquatic skills .
We are committed to drowning prevention - this philosophy governs all that we do and guides our instruction through all the programs we offer.
"This school is amazing and I would recommend anyone wanting their child
to have survival swim skills to enrol today!!!
~ Trish van der Merwe, mother of 3 year old Logan, Survival Swim Graduate
Why We Do What We Do
Facts about swimming safety are not always what they seem
Drowning is the number one cause of accidental death in children 0 - 5 in Australia
Many parents feel that lessons for very young toddlers or infants are not necessary because they are always watching. And although supervision is the most important deterrent to drowning, who can say they constantly keep their eyes on an active two-year old? That's why it is so important to make sure that your child is equipped with survival swimming training and skills - it could save their life!
Flotation Devices are NOT the Answer!
Water wings, floaties, swim sweaters, and the like - these devices put the child in a vertical posture, opposite of the proper posture for swimming, they cause panic when removed, can interfere with learning an efficient swimming stroke, and may cause a false sense of security in both the child and the parent. They seem to sanction a lack of supervision. Even a life jacket is no substitute for supervision or for knowing how to survival swim.
"Best decision we made was to enrol our 8 month old with Infant Aquatics Perth. They do an amazing job
and incredibly had Bub floating on her first lesson. Can't recommend highly enough to anyone with kids!"
~ Belinda Kearney, Survival Swim mum
But what is Infant Aquatics Survival Swim?
Learn all about the revolutionary Swim-Float-Swim survival swim method
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The Need
Did you know that drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury death in children aged 1–3 years. Sadly one child under the age of 5 drowns in Australia every week - and many others suffer permanent injuries as a result of near drownings. . .
What is Survival Swim
The most essential survival swimming skill we will teach your child is to roll from a face-down position in the water to a face-up independent back float. If your child falls face down into the water, knowing how to roll onto a face-up back float can save a life...
The Benefits
Infant Aquatics℠ Survival Swim system is an extraordinary program . Your child will learn life saving aquatic survival skills in just 3 to 6 weeks! The are many benefits of the program, both for your little one, as well as for you as a parent. Lets take a look at some...
Why Infant Aquatics℠
Highly trained and skilled Infant Aquatics℠ Survival Swim instructors accomplish close to 160 hours of in-water training and education in child development and behavior before receiving their registered Infant Aquatics℠ certification...
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The Program
Lessons are 10 minutes each. Children need to attend a minimum of 3 days a week, 5 is ideal. Most students need approximately 20 - 30 lessons to complete the program. The more lessons they can do in a week, the faster they will get skilled...
What to Expect
The first few lessons will be about your child and instructor getting to know each other. Don’t expect too much progress in the first week, it takes time for your child to trust a new person in the water. Your child will be submerged so they can...
Frequently Asked Questions
As a concerned parent, we know that you must have some questions swimming around your head as to whether or not Infant Aquatics Perth’s Survival Swim program is right for your child and worth the investment. These FAQs will answer...
Meet Our Instructor
Our lead instructor Stacy has undergone the Infantaquatics™ training and certifications course, qualifying her to use the revolutionary Swim-Float-Swim method to teach babies and toddlers this excellent drowning prevention technique...
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Our Location
Our private, heated, indoor facility was custom built in 2017. We have lessons 7 days a week during school terms and run holiday programs too. Our 15.5 m long pool is kept at a constant temperature of 32.5 degrees, making it suitable for year-round...
Parent Testimonials
Deciding if Infant Aquatics℠ is right for you and your little one? Then take it from other parents that have been through the course with us and read through these testimonials taken from parents of past and current Survival Swim students ...
Survival Stories
Read these harrowing real life stories of how the Infant Aquatics℠ Survival Swim system saved the lives of these children that found themselves in trouble, written by grateful parents who were spared the most dreadful nightmare scenario...
Survival Swim Videos℠
Watch these incredible videos of Infant Aquatics℠ Survival Swim in action. It really is quite something seeing these little tots swim-float-swim all on their own. Not convinced? These videos of survival swim in action will put your mind at ease...
View All 'About Survival Swim' Information, CLICK HERE!
"The best thing I could and did ever do for my daughter!
I would never suggest anything else other than this"
~ Hayley Rhodes, mother of Zayla now 3, Survival Swim graduate
Find Out More
Find Out More About Infant Aquatics Perth and What We Do
Read All About Us
Did you know Infant Aquatics Perth is a division of Waterwise Swim School Perth? Visit our 'About Us' page to read all about what we including the programs we offer, our swim school facility and location, meet our instructors, view our certifications & endorsements and read our client testimonials!
Learn About Infant Aquatics
Visit our Infant Aquatics℠ Survival Swim learning centre index to learn all about the revolutionary swim-float-swim drowning prevention system. We cover all aspects of the program and address some of the common questions that new parents have when coming across the Infant Aquatics Survival Swim program. . .
Survival Swim Instructor Training
If you think you have what it takes to teach survival swim to infants and young children and are looking to open your own swim school, contact us today about Instructor Training. Training requires a commitment over 12-24 weeks on at least 4-5 days a week. In this time, you will help train a minimum of 12...
Blog Splash!
Visit our Blog for loads of interesting articles and information about swimming and Swimming Safety and always stay up-to-date on how and why you and your family can stay Waterwise! Our blog is regularly updated with fresh new content and downloads to help you stay informed in water safety!
If you would like to find out more about Infant Aquatics Perth's parent company - Waterwise Perth Swim School - please visit the website, CLICK HERE!
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All Infant Aquatics swimming lessons
take place at Waterwise Perth Swim School in Willetton