What are the pros and cons of using flotation aids?
Although we use some aids, such as hand floats and kickboards in some of our classes, we advise using other flotation aids, such as arm bands and bubbles, with caution. It is easy to develop a false sense of security when using them and this can be dangerous. They also tend to keep a child’s head and body in a semi-vertical position, which we feel develops bad habits. If you do use flotation aids, make sure that you still watch your children at all times.
