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[quote=Anonymous]I disagree with PP who said it isn't worth your time. Yes, your toddler and infant aren't going to learn how to swim at these ages, but there is still value in swim lessons depending on what your goals are. These are great ages to introduce your children to the water so they aren't afraid of it when they are older and phsyically ready to actually learn how to swim for real. If you are comfortable doing this on your own, then sure you don't need the lessons. Most parents don't actually know how to introduce very young kids to water in a way that is safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate.

I spent 8 years teaching swim lessons (babies   throgugh tweens) when I was in HS and college and trust me when I say it is a huge headahce for parents when their kids start lessons too late. You will waste a lot of money and feel a lot of frustration trying to coax a 4 or 5 year old into the water. Depending on your lifestyle, it is also really annoying to have a kid who is old enough to do some swimming but can't/won't do it. It limits your vacation and summer activities options.

PP is correct that you'll definitely need to be in the water with the infant though. My recollection is that most parents really enjoyed that special 1:1 time, but everyone is different.[/quote]

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