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Registration process for ISR of Hendersonville

How to Sign Up with ISR of Hendersonville

Pre-Registration with ISR of Hendersonville
- Use the Sign Up Today/Contact Us form to submit an inquiry to your instructor.
- Your instructor will respond via email with program information and current time slot availability.
- Once a time slot is confirmed, a deposit will be requested to reserve your time slot. The deposit will be applied to the 1st and last week lesson fees.
ISR National Registration
- Approximately 1 month prior to lessons starting, your instructor will send a unique URL to submit the National ISR Registration form. This form will ask for a brief medical history.
- The National Registration fee is $105 that is paid directly to ISR. This is separate from lesson fees.
- The National Registration must be received by the posted deadline, approximately 2 weeks prior to lessons starting. All deposits will be forfeited if the registration is not received by the posted date.
Approval and Scheduling
- Wait for confirmation from ISR. Upon approval, your child will be cleared to begin lessons in the agreed upon session and time slot.
Pre-Lesson Communication
- Approximately 1 week prior to lessons, you will receive an email from your instructor with directions, BUDS information, ISR Policies, and a welcome letter with tips.

FAQs

Why does it take an average of 6 weeks for my child to learn this?

The 6-week average is an estimate that is based on the average time in which it takes most children to learn these survival skills. Every child is unique and ISR’s Self- Rescue program is specifically designed based on your child’s individual strengths and needs. It is important to realize that this is an average which means that some children will actually finish more quickly while others will need more practice. ISR is dedicated to safety and, therefore, we want to provide your child with the time and best opportunity to become proficient in his/her survival skills. We will always honor your child’s needs.

Why are lessons 5 days per week and for only 10 minutes?

The reason for this is multifaceted. First, repetition and consistency are crucial elements of learning for young children. Research shows that short, more frequent lessons result in higher retention. Second, most children have fairly short attention spans and will not be able to focus on the task for longer and we want to take advantage of the best time for learning. A third reason is that, though the pool temperature is maintained at 78-88 degrees, the temperature is still lower than your child's body temperature. Lessons are work and therefore will also be losing body heat. Instructors check students regularly for temperature fatigue since this is an indicator of physical fatigue.

Do parents have to leave during the lessons?

No. You are truly the best cheerleader your child could have. Your positive support and encouragement are invaluable to creating an effective learning environment for your child.

Will my child fear the water because of lessons?

There is an important difference between being fearful and being apprehensive because you are not yet skilled in a new environment. ISR is not like traditional swim lessons; it is a drowning prevention program that teaches survival swimming. Sometimes as a parent, you make choices for your child’s safety, like sitting in a car seat, because you know they are important. The same can be said for ISR. Fun can be defined as when skill meets challenge. Once competent in their skills, many children cannot be dragged away from the pool. They are having entirely too much FUN.

Download ISR's Family Aquatic Safety List to help protect your family from the hazards of an aquatic environment

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