Reed had his first swim lesson last week. He isn't as comfortable in the water as we would like him to be and this is an easy way to keep him in the water throughout the fall. Optimally, we would have spent a lot of time at the pool this summer and swim lessons would not be necessary, but life has definitely got in the way. So, Reed and I are making time for him to swim during the week.
Last week, he was excited about being in the water for the first five minutes and then he didn't want to listen to anything the instructor said. So she requested that I leave the room. After that, he did a good bit better. He did not, however, want to go under the water. Thankfully, the instructor made him do it anyway. And today, he did somewhat better, but I was still asked to leave the room. I don't mind at all, considering he definitely seems to listen better if I am not around. He did so well today kicking, moving across the wall and then finally jumping in (with a little coaxing required). I am definitely excited about watching him get more comfortable in the water. I am going to try to get us to the pool at least once a week before the pool closes for the year to aid in his progress! Can't wait for him to be a little fish!
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| He was very excited at the beginning of his first lesson. That is, until he decided that he just wanted to do his own thing versus listening to his instructor. |
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| Kicking away in swim class the second week. |
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| Getting a ride on the turtle from Coach Drew. |
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