January 29, 2014. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says taking swim lessons can greatly reduce the risk of drowning, as much as 88% among young children from Ages 1 – 4. There is a clear (life-saving) benefit to introducing your child to the water at a very young age, younger than you may have previously considered. Splash Babies Class introduces your child to the water in a safe and nurturing manner. This is a Child / Parent class, so you will be with your child the whole time, experiencing this introduction to the swimming pool together. We keep the pool at 90 degrees, so the water will feel very comforting to your child. (and you!)