Prince William ISR

07/29/2026

Your family has invested so much, and your child has worked hard to build their ISR skills. Please don’t undo that progress with a puddle jumper.

Puddle jumpers reinforce unsafe habits and put children in a drowning position that works against the self-rescue skills they’ve learned.

If you aren’t able to actively supervise your child in the pool, the splash pad may be the safer choice that day. 💙

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07/12/2026

(PLEASE KNOW THIS CHILD SURVIVED)

14 seconds.

That's how long this child was in the water before anyone realized what had happened.

This image is a powerful reminder of how quickly and silently drowning can occur.

1- The children were supposed to be out of the pool.
2- One adult was actually in the pool.
3- One adult was tending to another child.
4- One adult was sitting just feet away.
YET NO ONE HEARD THE CHILD ENTER THE WATER!

Notice the flotation device left on the deck. Many children who regularly wear flotation devices have not yet developed the skills to save themselves if they enter the water without one.

Thankfully, this child survived. Tragically, many others do not.

We are not posting this to shame anyone. It's about understanding that drowning doesn't look or sound the way most people expect. It is often silent, and it can happen in seconds—even when adults are nearby.

That's why we stress layers of protection: self-rescue swim lessons, barriers, active adult supervision when children are in or near the water, and never relying on flotation devices.

It only takes as little as 21 seconds to lose a child to a drowning. PLEASE DO NOT LET YOUR CHILD BECOME A STATISTIC.

07/09/2026

Hi! Welcome to Prince William ISR! I’m Abby, a survival swim instructor teaching lifesaving skills to little ones. I’m passionate about water safety and LOVE what I do!

I found ISR more than a decade ago as a mom looking for the best way to keep my rambunctious toddler boys safe. Their mischief-making was next-level, they were constantly running in opposite directions and, of course, they loved the water. ISR gave us peace of mind and another important layer of protection. I was blown away by the lifesaving skills they learned.

When my third baby started lessons, her ISR instructor asked if I had ever thought of becoming an instructor…and the rest is history!

My favorite part of teaching ISR is watching a child—and their parents—realize they're capable of doing hard things. There is nothing better than seeing that proud "I did it!" smile after weeks of hard work.

ISR is a big commitment, and I'm so thankful to every family who puts their trust in me. Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1–4. Helping children gain the skills to self-rescue is truly the greatest privilege.

Whether you’re already part of the Prince William ISR family or just found my page, I’m so glad you’re here! 💙

07/09/2026

My August ISR self-rescue swimming lessons are filling up fast. Snag one of the remaining spots for before it’s too late! Ages 6 months to 6 years. Reach out now to learn more.

07/08/2026

Summer is swim season but great swimmers are also made in the fall, winter, and spring! If your child didn’t get into lessons yet- it is not too late. Please reach out to learn how ISR can help your family enjoy the water more.

06/18/2026

Why do we celebrate face-in swimming? 🥳

Because swimming with the head lifted high above the water (otherwise known as doggy paddling 🐶) is tiring and inefficient! When the head comes up, the hips and legs tend to drop. When the hips and legs drop, the body creates more resistance. More resistance means more effort just to get to the air 😮‍💨 For children, that extra effort can quickly lead to fatigue which compromises their safety.

Learning to swim with the face in the water promotes a more streamlined body position and helps children move farther while using less energy 🤍🧘

That’s not just better swimming…it’s safer, smarter swimming. 🤗

Learn more about ISR lessons and find a Certified ISR instructor near you by visiting www.infantswim.com ✨

05/11/2026

04/27/2026

Every time a young child enters the water—whether it’s a bath, a pool, a lake, or even a backyard kiddie pool—it’s an opportunity to start building life-saving water safety habits. The earlier we begin teaching them what to do in and around water, the better we prepare them to respond if they ever find themselves in danger.

For toddlers, water safety education should include age-appropriate, repetitive practice of the following:

1. Getting in and out safely

Teach children to wait for an adult before entering, and to always enter feet first—ideally from a sitting position. Practice climbing out of the pool using the wall or steps.

2. Holding onto the wall and “monkey walking”

One of the most basic yet crucial skills: teach toddlers how to grab the wall and “monkey crawl” or hand-over-hand move themselves to the nearest exit.

3. Rolling onto their back to float

Survival swim lessons often teach this vital skill—if a child falls into the water, being able to roll over and float can buy them the precious seconds needed to cry for help or breathe until rescued.

4. Knowing how to respond

Even small children can learn to stay calm, look for help, or reach for a wall or float. Practicing these responses through play-based learning makes them more natural during emergencies.

5. Following pool rules

Start early with teaching boundaries—no entering the water without an adult, no running near the pool, and always asking for permission.

6. Understanding that floaties aren’t safety devices

While puddle jumpers and arm floaties might seem convenient, they give a false sense of security. Toddlers should never rely on them and should always be within arm’s reach of an adult.

7. Ongoing supervision and repetition

Education doesn’t happen in one lesson. Every swim session should reinforce safety.

And most importantly—nothing replaces active, adult supervision.

The goal isn’t to create little swimmers overnight—it’s to equip them with foundational skills that can reduce panic, increase awareness, and potentially save their lives.

Drowning is fast, silent, and preventable. Let’s teach our toddlers not just how to enjoy the water, but how to respect it.

Start early. Practice often. Stay close.

03/07/2026