Why Year-Round Swimming Could Save Your Child’s Life 💔 The Statistics Every Parent Should Know

 Why Year-Round Swimming Could Save Your Child’s Life

💔 The Stark Reality: Drowning Statistics Every Parent Should Know

  • Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1–4 in the U.S.

  • An average of 10 children drown every day—and 80% of child drownings happen in residential pools while an adult is present

  • For every fatal drowning, 5–10 children suffer non-fatal incidents, often resulting in long-term health issues

  • Children with limited swimming skills are 5.5 times more likely to drown, especially in communities with lower access to swim education

“It only takes 20 seconds and 2 inches of water for a child to drown. That’s how fast and silent it can happen.”

What Can You Do To Help Save Your Child's Life

Get Swimming Lessons On Your Schedule

  • Formal swimming lessons lower the risk of drowning by 88%

  • Swimming is a sport that engages both sides of the brain simultaneously. 

  • Exercise helps with mood and sleep. 

  • Children spend an average of 6.5 hours sitting while in school each day, and swimming provides a full-body workout. 

Little Fins Swim School has 2 locations and is open 7 days a week, allowing for flexible scheduling options.