Swimming Class - Volume 1

Brandon had first swimming lesson and for the first time in his short life he didn't take to a new experience like a duck to water!! ;-) In fairness to Brandon the pool was pretty loud and busy, not to mention about 10,000 times bigger than his bathtub so the experience was probably a little overwelming.

The tears started even before we got in the water.

And continued once we were in there.....

He didn't even enjoy the ride on the pontoon!

Ahh, maybe a ride down the slide would put a smile on his face...............?

Nope.....he didn't like that either!

I decided to sit Brandon on the edge of the pool and talk to him a little about his Australian roots and our strong traditions as some of the world's best swimmers.

That seemed to do the trick, and although still a little nervous he started swimming.

First on his back.....

And then on his front!!

A little I love you Dad and thanks for the Pep Talk was whispered in my ear!

Brandon even managed to finish off the class with a small but reserved grin!!! What a Brave Boy!