Liam's Swimming Lessons...

Liam started swimming lessons at Sandgate public pool In November 2011 he had to change swim schools when we moved but has continued here at a new school. In the beginning I was in the pool with him doing all the fun songs and teaching him to swim to the edge if he fell in, This year Liam was advanced to the next class where he is in the pool with the Teacher and 2 other children. At first I was a little worried as Liam has a little trouble sitting still and following instructions so I sat close ready to spring into action when he wasn't doing as he was told, It has taken some time but he is getting allot better at sitting on his bottom with his back to the wall, waiting for his turn. We have a little talk in the car on the way to swimming I ask him... Mummy:- what are you going to do at swimming today Liam:- Kick My Legs Mummy Mummy:- What else... Liam:- Paddle my arms Mummy:- what else... Liam:- Blow my Bubbles Mummy:- Are you going to Listen to the teacher and sit with your back to the wall and play with your toy...? Liam:- Yep mummy! I am also pleased to report that he has started kicking his legs when he goes under the water, Instead of relying on grabbing for the teachers shirt or my shirt... This is a big step and I could not be more proud of our little man.