My kids are 9 and 10, and we've had the pool for 9 years. They've had formal swimming lessons as well. So I started wondering at what age it's reasonable to start giving them some freedom.
I figure that by the time they're highschool age, 15+, then can probably swim without adult supervision at all. Maybe require that they complete a lifeguard class if they want to have friends over.
But earlier than 15, is it reasonable to let them swim with an adult nearby, but no direct supervision? I'm confident in their ability to swim; the real question is if there's an accident, i.e. someone bumps their head.
Anyone have any thoughts or experiences?
I figure that by the time they're highschool age, 15+, then can probably swim without adult supervision at all. Maybe require that they complete a lifeguard class if they want to have friends over.
But earlier than 15, is it reasonable to let them swim with an adult nearby, but no direct supervision? I'm confident in their ability to swim; the real question is if there's an accident, i.e. someone bumps their head.
Anyone have any thoughts or experiences?