Your Child's Water Safety Journey Starts Here

How ISR Lessons with Callie are Different:

Emotions: we are indeed learning a NEW and difficult skill at first. If your child has a fear of water, please reach out before lessons so we can prepare together. If your child is fearless around water, I’d love to know that as well! We’ll focus on building essential safety skills that not only strengthen their abilities but also give you greater peace of mind and teach your little one their natural boundaries in the water.

Confidence: Many parents share that the skills their child gains in the water extends far beyond swimming—enhancing confidence in sports, school, and everyday life. Hearing these success stories is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.

Lifelong Skills: Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under four—a statistic I take very seriously. By introducing water safety skills early, we empower children to respond effectively in emergencies and lay the foundation for a lifetime of confident, capable swimming.

A dedicated instructor who puts your child first. Safety is at the heart of everything I do. Beyond teaching essential water skills, I’m committed to equipping families with the knowledge and confidence to enjoy the water safely together long after lessons end. I serve as an ongoing resource for parents—offering personalized recommendations, from selecting the right life jacket and fun water toys to finding the next instructor once your child has progressed beyond ISR and is ready for more technical strokes. Many families continue to stay in touch, seeking advice and guidance as their children grow into stronger, more confident swimmers.

Swim Instructor Image
FAQs
Why are lessons 5 days per week and for only 10 minutes?
The reason for this is multifaceted. First, repetition and consistency are crucial elements of learning for young children. Research shows that short, more frequent lessons result in higher retention. Second, most children have fairly short attention spans and will not be able to focus on the task for longer and we want to take advantage of the best time for learning. A third reason is that, though the pool temperature is maintained at 78-88 degrees, the temperature is still lower than your child's body temperature. Lessons are work and therefore will also be losing body heat. Instructors check students regularly for temperature fatigue since this is an indicator of physical fatigue.
Do parents have to leave during the lessons?
No. You are truly the best cheerleader your child could have. Your positive support and encouragement are invaluable to creating an effective learning environment for your child.
Why do you have the children swim in clothes?
Because 86% of children who fall in the water do so fully clothed, we want our students to have experience with such a situation. If a child has experienced the sensations of being in the water in clothing prior to an emergency situation, he/she is less likely to experience panic and be able to focus on the task at hand. If you have ever jumped in the water with clothes on, then you know that there is a significant difference in weight and feel with clothes as opposed to a bathing suit.
Why does it take an average of 6 weeks for my child to learn this?
The 6-week average is an estimate that is based on the average time in which it takes most children to learn these survival skills. Every child is unique and ISR’s Self- Rescue program is specifically designed based on your child’s individual strengths and needs. It is important to realize that this is an average which means that some children will actually finish more quickly while others will need more practice. ISR is dedicated to safety and, therefore, we want to provide your child with the time and best opportunity to become proficient in his/her survival skills. We will always honor your child’s needs.
Download ISR's Family Aquatic Safety List to help protect your family from the hazards of an aquatic environment

Ready to Get Started?

Check out our programs and get started today!

Learn More