Lined up across pool Child push off wall and glides/kicks on back Parent supports
Emphasize to parents that push-off should start with feet in water and should be gentle.
Parent support Child push off wall and glide on back
Back hold progressions: 1. cheek to cheek 2. parent hold under both arms, child's head at parent's chest 3. parents' hands under neck or back of head and lower back 4. parent's hand under neck or back of head, release support of lower back 5. parent's hand under neck or back of head, release support of lower back, then release completely