Ben took beginner swimming lessons over the summer through the rec center. They were held at Victor’s new pool (wow!) and his teachers did a fantastic job with the little ones in his class. They used a tot dock that let the kids play in a sectioned off part of the pool with shallow water. A lifeguard watched the kids the whole time while two teachers went back and forth with different kids, having them jump in, learn how to kick, try getting their heads and faces wet, etc.

We did it for 2 weeks and I loved seeing the difference it made in his confidence and enjoyment of the water. He went from being super clingy with his teacher and scared to kick his feet…to jumping into their arms, getting his entire head wet and even jumping from the diving board to a teacher who caught him below. Although I don’t think he knew exactly what he was getting himself into with the diving board, because afterwards when I was praising him for being brave he told me he was never doing that again, haha.

Cassidy did a really good job of hanging out during Ben’s lessons. As long as I had elmo coloring books and some snacks!

I’m so proud of Ben for trying something new. We’ll definitely sign him up for lessons again when they’re offered!