Miss Scarlett's Swimming Class

Miss Scarlett had her first swimming class today and she did great! 

The water was nice and warm and she didn't mind going in at all.  I'm not sure what the class size is supposed to be, but Scarlett and I were the only people in the class this week, so it was like we had our own private lesson, which was nice!

This first class was just about getting her used to being in the water so we'd do things like lifting her out of the water and going back in, moving her though the water in large circles, taking her to the edge and putting her hands on the edge so she knows that is her "safe spot,"  pouring water on her head through a cup with holes in the bottom, etc.

The last thing we did in class was to put Scarlett on a foam platform that floated on the water.  She was put down on her tummy and after a few moments, started to protest, as she's still not a fan of being on her tummy.  But she was content longer than I expected.

Christian was in his own class in the lane next to us.  His class then moved to the other side of our lane and when he noticed us nearby, he'd tell his classmates and teacher, "LOOK!  It is my baby sister, Scarlett!"  He's still so proud of her!

The classes are each Sunday for 1/2 hour and are held year-round (the pool is indoors), so the kiddos will be in the classes as long as we'd like - we're not just limited to the summer season.  And I'm so glad we're able to do this with Scarlett at such a young age!