Kids Alive

IGA are proud to support Laurie Lawrence's Kids Alive program

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under five in Australia.

This summer to combat drowning, Laurie Lawrence (pictured left) will use the internet, to give five free water safety lessons to all parents across Australia.

Laurie said “This year let’s reach our target of zero preschool deaths. I am going to make five free online water safety lessons available to all parents across Australia”.

The five free lessons are designed for parents with children under the age of five and are communicated via an online interactive learning program.

The interactive learning program features video footage of Laurie demonstrating swimming techniques and text documents that parents can download.

Over five lessons, parents will be educated on important elements of the learn to swim process like independence, conditioning children for submersion and free floating.

Parents will also learn more about his “do the five” message – Fence the pool, shut the gate, teach your kids to swim - it’s great, supervise – watch ya mate and learn how to resuscitate.

The Kids Alive water safety lessons will be available for all via the Kids Alive website from December 3rd, www.kidsalive.com.au .

Laurie said “Just visit the Kids Alive website, become a free member and then anyone can gain access to the five free water safety lessons”.

Important Questions Answered

Are the free lessons part of a competition?
No they are available to all parents and people interested in teaching children under 5 to swim.

What do you have to do to get the free lessons?
To access the free lessons, visit www.kidsalive.com.au , become a free member, and the lessons are yours free of charge.

What will I learn from the lessons?
Users will learn how to teach important elements of the learn to swim process including, independence, breath control, submersion and free floating. Safety tips for around the water will also be covered.
How will the lessons be delivered?
The lessons are communicated by an interactive learning program. The learning program uses video streaming, quizzes and text downloads. The interactive program is streamed via the Kids Alive website onto your computer. It is not permanently downloaded onto your computer.

Who are the lessons suitable for?
The water safety lessons are designed specifically for parents, carers and teachers of children under the age of 5. Infants, toddlers and preschoolers are featured in the program.

Contact Details
Emma Lawrence
0412 812 915
emma@laurielawrenceswimschool.com.au