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Meet Therace Pollard - ISR Master Instructor in Chandler, Arizona

Hello! My name is Therace Pollard, and I teach ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) lessons from my home in Chandler, Arizona. I was inspired to become an ISR Instructor by my greatest blessings - my husband and our three amazing children.

I couldn't have asked for a more supportive and loving partner. As a firefighter, my husband deeply understands the importance of aquatic survival skills. Together, we treasure knowing that our children have the tools to be safer around the water. They are my biggest fans, and they truly love what their mom does!

Each season the children I teach continue to inspire me to be the best Instructor I can be. Watching their confidence grow and seeing the joy and gratitude in their parents' eyes is nothing short of priceless. I feel truly blessed to make a difference in the lives of these families.

I am a proud graduate of Arizona State University, and I am certified in CPR and First Aid. As an ISR Master Instructor, I maintain annual recertification through continuous education and training. .

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FAQs
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 you have children that just can’t learn the skills?
No. Every child can learn. It is my job to find the best way to communicate the information so that it makes sense to the child. I set your child up to be successful every time you bring them to me. I start where they are and through consistent lessons, we see progress.
What other benefits does the ISR lesson experience provide students?
Every child is unique. However, many parents report that once their young children have mastered learning to swim, the resulting confidence in their abilities engenders a positive self-concept that is often demonstrated in other aspects of their personalities. There are also obvious health and other psychological gains.
Can you really teach a child who is not verbal how to swim?
Yes. Consider that children learn to sit, crawl and walk before they learn to speak. Because we teach through sensori-motor learning, verbal skills are not required for a child to acquire Self-Rescue skills. We are able to communicate with our students through touch and positive reinforcement while striving to set our students up for success every step of the way.

Give Your Child the Skills to Survive and Thrive in water!

Lessons are personalized to each child's unique needs and pace. Whether your little one is just starting out or already loves the water, I am here to help them feel safe, capable, and empowered. I meet each child with patience, encouragement, and a commitment to their growth.

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