So Cal Water Babies

Specialties

Specialized swimming lessons for children 6 months — 6 years old. Self rescue and drowning prevention for infants as well as strokes and competition preparation for children 6 and under.

Meet the Business Owner

Cathryn V.

Business Owner

My husband and I have two young children. I had our first child in 2007 and this is how I found ISR. We, like many families, have a pool in our backyard and I was aware of the drowning risk this presented to my child. My nearest infant instructor was 40 minutes driving distance but I was determined to make the commitment to ensure my daughters safety. After completing lessons I realized how amazing the program was and decided to leave my career in marketing to teach these lifesaving lessons in my community. While visiting a friend in April 2009, 16-​month old Claire fell right in the pool. As her mommy, I wanted jump right in and «rescue» her but I knew she could rescue herself. The water was cold and she was in her pajamas but she rolled over, came right up to the surface and floated on her back. She was safe. 6 years and several hundred students later I still am choked up every time a baby rolls to their back for the first time because I know how life saving this skill can be.