September is National Baby Safety Month, and Aqua-Tots is calling attention to the crucial need for families to be practicing water safety skills all year long.
Did you know that:
- Drowning is the leading cause of death for children one to four years old and the second leading cause for children five to 14, according to the CDC.
- “Residential locations, such as a child’s home, a family or friend’s house or a neighbor’s residence, made up 71 percent of the reported fatal drowning incidents,” according to the National Consumer Product Commission.
- Drowning is not limited to the summer season and continues to be a year-round occurrence.
- Drowning is silent, and a person can drown in as little as 20 seconds!
- Often other people are nearby during a drowning incident but distracted by phones, books, tasks or friends.
Fortunately, drowning is preventable!
Aqua-Tots offers easy-to-remember ABCs of Water Safety to give parents manageable steps that make year-round water safety achievable. These steps include:
- Adult Supervision
- Barriers
- Classes — swimming classes, of course!
In fact, formal swim lessons can reduce the risk of drowning by 88% in youth under the age of four, and water safety classes can start as early as four months old in Parent & Tot classes.
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ABOUT AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools was founded in 1991 by Ron Sciarro and Paul Preston in Scottsdale, Arizona. The inspiration behind Aqua-Tots stemmed from their desire to provide quality swim lessons in a safe and nurturing environment for children. Recognizing the importance of water safety and swimming skills, especially in Arizona's desert climate where pools are common, they set out to create a program that focused on both skill development and water safety education. Drawing from their own experiences as parents and recognizing the lack of comprehensive swim programs at the time, Sciarro and Preston developed a curriculum that catered to children of all ages and skill levels. They established Aqua-Tots Swim Schools with a commitment to providing high-quality instruction in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools stands out from the rest through our dedication to creating a safe, fun, and educational swimming experience for children and adults alike. Our structured programs, professional instructors, and commitment to water safety make us a trusted choice for families seeking high-quality swim instruction. Start your swim journey today!
