We all know how busy family life can be, and fitting in a weekly swim lesson is already a commitment. In reality, though, one 25- or 30-minute lesson a week isn’t enough for most children to make consistent progress. Learning to swim is a skill, and just like learning to play an instrument, ride a bike or skateboard, children need opportunities to practise between lessons for those skills to become comfortable and automatic. This doesn’t mean you have to turn every pool visit