Can my child wear “floaties” or wear a suit with flotation devices?
I definately think that, safety wise, the built in floatation device is much safer than "floaties". A flotation device built into their swimming suit provide protection all around. Just be sure to always monitor them closely to make sure that they don’t get stuck underwater if they turn over. If you go to this website and click on pool floats, you will see a "swim tee trainer". That would be what I suggest that you use.
• For the safety of the child, flotation devices are not permitted at Gath Pool, Crystal Lake or the Newton North Indoor Complex. • The swim facilities are built in such a way that young children are able to touch the ground in the shallow sections, and learn to creatively use their bodies to move in the water. • Flotation devices give children a false sense of security in their abilities. • Parents can also become too confident in the security of the flotation device. • There are some children with disabilities that need flotation devices to assist their bodies in the water. • In those instances, the parent/guardian may speak to the Supervisor on duty to receive permission for use of the flotation devices.
