COACH JACOB

Short burst of learning in between play is the ideal learning environment. You should constantly be getting them exposed to water on their face. Dont have a pool? Do it in the BATH! . . #swimlessons #swiminstructor #swimcoach #forparents #swimlessonsforkids #parents

Watching this incredible boy, who is autistic and has physical disabilities, master swimming skills like back floating is truly inspiring. But beyond the achievement, this highlights a critical fact: drowning is the leading cause of death for children with autism. Research shows children with ASD are 160 times more likely to drown than their neurotypical peers. This elevated risk is often linked to wandering/elopement and a natural, sometimes unaware, attraction to water sources. Teaching water safety skills, like staying afloat, is not just a recreational activity; it's a life-saving intervention. Let's raise awareness and prioritize water safety for all autistic individuals. #AutismSafety #WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention #AutismAwareness #SpecialNeedsSwim #LifeSkills

The clean up game works… if they want to go inside or be done they just need to clean up the toys and it’s over! . . . #swimlessons #swiminstructor #swimcoach #forparents #swimlessonsforkids #parents

He wasn’t happy BUT HE MADE IT ALL THE WAY ACROSS! #swimlessons #swimcoach #swiminstructor #survivalskills #survivalswimlessons

The 3 best skills to practice with your 1-year-old in the pool: ✅ Going underwater ✅ Back floating ✅ Learning how to hold them safely ⁠ These simple steps build water confidence and set the foundation for safe swimming. 💙 ⁠ 👉 Got questions about baby swim skills? Drop them in the comments — I’m here to help! ⁠ #SwimTips #WaterSafety #LearnToSwim #ParentingHacks #SwimCoach #SurvivalSwim #swiminstructor

Regulating emotions is always step one. ⁠ This little swimmer was upset on the stairs, so I slowed down, sang to him, and let him play until he felt safe. Only then could we move forward with swim drills. 💙 ⁠ ✨ If you have questions about helping your child regulate in the water, drop them in the comments! ⁠ #SwimTips #bigemotions #EmotionalRegulation #ParentingHacks #SwimCoach #LearnToSwim

PLAYING is a tool! We need to be using that tool strategically to bong and build confidence with the children. Putting them underwater and getting them comfortable in the pool is so much easier when the child is enjoying the process. . . #swimlessons #swimcoach #swiminstructor #forparents #swimlessonsforkids #parents

Teaching a 3 year old to swim should be fun! As they get older it’s very important they want to be there! Take it slow build up that confidence and watch them flourish in the water! #SwimTips #SwimCoach #SurvivalSwim #swiminstructor #SwimmingLessons #ParentingTips

A little crying and frustration is normal when teaching these skills. Bringing a parent in the water to help ease the frustration is A FANTASTIC IDEA! Some children want to do only what they want to do! It’s important when practicing to be the adult and guide as necessary. . . #WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention #survivalswim #babyswim #LifeSkills #swimcoach #swiminstructor

Teach your child to enjoy going under the water by building confidence! Have questions? Just ask! . . #SwimTips #SwimCoach #swiminstructor #SwimmingLessons #LearnToSwim #swimlessons