Kristy Squire- ISR Master Instructor

I normally do not share stories of drowning because I never want it to seem like I am fear mongering but when I see a headline like this, if I don't share it, I am not doing my job.

Drowning is an EPIDEMIC! The number of drownings recently is heartbreaking and staggering. This is a very preventable tragedy and we all need to do better.

As parents it is not possible to watch a child every moment of every day and yet that is all it takes...a moment.

Be sure that ANYONE you know that has young children are taking these steps because it is going to take a village to fix this.

1) Have CONSTANT EYES ON when in or around the water. Because this can and will breakdown...

2) Have a pool barrier and fencing around any bodies of water- not just at home but at caregivers, grandparents homes, vacation rentals

3) Get children in high quality swimming lessons that teach self-rescue skills. It is NOT enough to be able to swim to a wall because what happens when the wall is out of reach or there isn't one?

4) Learn CPR and have every caregiver and grandparent that cares for your child do so as well

Many programs offer scholarships or sliding scales to make lessons affordable to any family. Help the babies and toddlers to not become a statistic. Please share these tips because you never know who you can help.

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Fourth child drowns in 3 weeks in South Florida. See link below ⬇️

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Summer is such a great time for swimming but did you know that great swimmers are also made in the fall, winter, and spring? If your child didn’t get into lessons yet- it is not too late. Please reach out to learn what ISR can do to help your family enjoy the water more.

My Fall session begins 8/17. Contact me now to get on the interest list. Reservations open to new families on Monday!