Parent Stories

Giovanni – 5 years

I have been wanting Giovanni to go to ISR lessons since he was a newborn. Actually, I think it was about 4 years from the time I requested the info to the time I was contacted by you. I was always concerned about Giovanni because he had a gripping, immobilizing fear of being in the water. His first bath was a total cryfest! I knew that once he overcame that fear that he would develop a love for swimming.

I thought that ISR classes were going to be like regular swim classes but with 'float.' I knew it was going to be a huge commitment emotionally, financially and time-wise. But, it was something that I believed in from the day I heard about it. I still can't watch an ISR baby float without crying.

I will shout from the rooftops my belief in ISR classes. May no child sink to the bottom because their caregivers didn't recognize the value of this program. I hope that this program becomes a natural, routine conversation between pediatricians and parents. I'd like to see it in park district programs, on billboards and bumper stickers.

And to those who can't stomach crying, I'd rather have a screaming floater than a calm sinker ANYDAY!

–IL

Luke – 8 months

ISR lessons for our 8 month old son, Luke have proved to be invaluable! He is comfortable in the water and is now able to self-sustain a floating position. We are truly amazed and completely supportive of ISR goals and mission. Our instructor is very skilled at making parents and their children feel at ease and comfortable! He is truly the best!

– OH

Siena – 3 years

Our experience with ISR was another 'Great' and 'Sucessfull' one. Siena accomplished her 'Rollback to Float' and 'Swim-Float-Swim' and has built up her confidence and self-esteem -- It's Amazing to see! Thank you ISR!

– AZ

Cassina – 2 years

My daughter had no prior swim experience. At the end of her ISR lessons she is now able to swim under water and hold her breath and safely reach the side of the pool. Additionally, she can float on her back and uses the roll/back to reach the edge of the pool. I would say the program is a complete success!

– FL

Eva – 2 years

I am so impressed with what Eva has accomplished in six weeks! She's never been afraid of water, but seeing her confidence build as her skills increased was wonderful. Our instructor has an excellent way of handling children in the water and I'm so glad we heard about this class and were able to participate. I'm a lifetime supporter of ISR. It really is amazing what Eva has learned!

– MD

Dakoda – 2 years

The progress my son made in 5 weeks is amazing! Dakoda can now swim the length of the pool, rest and breathe, and resume swimming to safety. ISR helped my son to have fun in the water and not be scared. I am forever thankful!

– Cynthia, FL

Kelylah – 2 years

The moment I saw the video with Miles, I knew I had to get ISR lessons for my daughter. I knew drowning accidents happen daily, and I did not want my daughter to be a victim of a water incident, that could turn into a fear or phobia of the water or even worse, drown. Knowing there is a way to reduce the chance of a horrible aqua accident happening to her is a blessing. Our instructor was understanding and worked with my busy work schedule. When I look back to the beginning of the classes and then to my daughter at the end complete the swim-float-swim technique fully clothed; I was amazed, excited and overjoyed! I know I will be contacting Infant Swim Resource for my future children. During this program, I have watched my child fall in love with the water, and use problem solving techniques while swimming. This program is very successful and everything I expected and more. If I could make a wish, I would wish for every child could go through this program, because it‘s one day it may have saved my child’s life.

– Melody, FL

Nathan – 4 ½ years old

Nathan came to ISR with sensory integration issues and was terrified of being in the water. I was a bit skeptical at how well lessons would go due to Nathan’s challenges. By the end of week one, my once-shrieking, clinging child had turned into a calm little fish that looked forward to his lessons. He steadily progressed under his instructor’s sensitive and encouraging guidance. Now Nathan is able to float beautifully, roll to a swim, and then roll back to a float. I am awed at how far he has come since our first day when we could barely get him to go in the water. Thank you ISR!

- Cari, FL

Catalina – 4 years, Mila – 2 years

Both my daughters are now able to swim and float to save themselves should they fall in a body of water. Their instructor took as much time as my daughters needed in order to be confident enough that they could perform the self-rescue techniques right. She had tons of patients! Thanks for keeping my daughters safe!

- Jessica, FL

Jill – 3 ½ years

It was a wonderful experience. My child’s instructor is very caring and shows great concern for each student. Jill was able to swim to the roll over and float, and then swim to the side of the pool. She is now able to swim and float with light clothes and heavy clothes if she were ever to fall in. Kudos to ISR!

- Ashley, FL

Haley – 6 ½ years, Emily – 2 ½ years

Our children were both fearful of the water prior to their introduction to ISR. The program has given our children the confidence, knowledge and skills that they need in and around the water. We would highly recommend the program to anyone with children.

- Marie, CT

Paisley – 9 months

Paisley learned to roll back and float during her lessons with ISR. She did well at both floating and rolling back. Our instructor was great and took great care of Paisley in the water. Overall, we were very pleased with our self-rescue swim lessons.

- Audrey, FL