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title: "My Journey with Azai: Infant Swimming Lessons & Tips | Mumbai"
description: "Follow the swim journey of my son, Azai, from 4 months old. Learn how consistent, playful parent-child swimming builds water safety and confidence for babies."
canonical: https://mytribe.in/nappy.nemo/parent-child-swim-lessons/my-journey-with-azai
last_updated: 2025-09-30
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# My Journey with Azai: Early Swimming Lessons

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By [Nappy Nemo](https://mytribe.in/nappy.nemo) · Travels to your home or building pool across Mumbai · ₹1,500 per child / session (estimate)

Part of [Parent & Child Swim Lessons](https://mytribe.in/nappy.nemo/parent-child-swim-lessons). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/nappy.nemo/parent-child-swim-lessons/gallery)

See how consistent water exposure builds confidence. Follow my personal journey of teaching my son, Azai, from 4 months old to independent swimming.

## Photos and videos

- [Video: A quiet, nurturing moment with my son Azai in the pool. This is the foundation of my teaching philosophy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1aea63c1-1a77-452f-96eb-cbb38834c2af)
- [Video: Teaching my son Azai about back floating and the cognitive benefits of starting to swim early.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/137c2de8-369f-4bca-b340-d18da9e8cce7)
- [Video: My son Azai is proof that starting early leads to a more confident swimmer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/20e8cd59-2826-4341-bf32-ee68abe19e51)
- [Video: Teaching my son Azai with his dad present, showing how a parent-child class works.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/19468b68-6c47-4c5f-9326-f17300d70bcf)
- [Video: Demonstrating the importance of a wetsuit to keep my son Azai warm in the pool.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/313787f0-e631-4046-a615-5e927bb97f5f)
- [Video: A swim lesson with Azai at 8 months old, showing how quickly young children can learn.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3136f6e1-bef0-43dc-a3c4-5849bada0a51)
- [Video: When my son Azai is in a bad mood, I don't force him. We take time to splash and play first.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44c09e6f-02c5-464d-a77e-d335a5ab0b77)
- [Video: A personal moment with Azai, showing the deep bond that swimming together creates.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67011cdf-46be-4b4a-a2bd-d669b07ff87c)
- [Video: A controlled practice where Azai learns to recover after an accidental fall, a crucial safety skill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16007f56-f81e-4145-98dc-ff1b1528c5f2)
- [Video: Enjoying free play in the water with Azai and his dad, a critical part of every lesson.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e95428f9-4441-42a3-bc21-40edffb91e4c)
- [Video: Proof that starting young works. Azai is completely comfortable and relaxed during his lesson.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8a13ac85-a4f4-467d-a14b-c7054cb33242)
- [Video: Tracking Azai's journey to swimming independently from 7 to 9 months old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a059aa1-00b3-4485-8d11-850b48426833)
- [Video: Using water conditioning techniques with Azai and his dad to make pool time fun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/853a1e98-3634-44fb-8fd5-e414ef75b645)
- [Video: Pre-conditioning Azai for swimming during his bathtime at home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/399fa369-1135-4b6a-b4e1-c741f5ea30ad)
- [Video: Showing Azai's gradual water conditioning progress from 4 to 9 months.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53396cda-e135-4e04-aac8-4720b123bfe7)
- [Video: Starting Azai's swim journey at home during bathtime, making him my first student.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff492f08-efab-42b0-aae9-5a5768ab508c)
- [Video: Demonstrating the gradual process of water acclimation with Azai in the bathtub.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33a12997-7303-43b7-ac24-3b695dfa4221)
- [Video: Behind the scenes of Azai practicing an underwater dunk with his dad there for support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0c03984-b6fd-4df3-bfeb-2d30194a82f7)
- [Video: A personal video of me with my son Azai, sharing lots of hugs and kisses during our swim time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d345ef3-2cc2-48a8-b774-b3b598fbd44f)
- [Video: A funny "day in the life" video of my cranky 7-month-old son's swim class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e251524b-08cc-4190-8ca5-12a7f1a6628b)
- [Video: Singing to Azai while he practices floating to help with his cognitive development.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/584ed41b-fd0e-435b-9702-5f6a3707d18d)
- [Video: My son Azai in a state of pure bliss, floating on his back.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df15c38c-a68c-4f3f-bb2e-eacb8a661ba7)
- [Video: Showing how I know Azai is ready to go under the water by watching his cues.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1556faf-ab66-48b6-801f-8e9050ffc8ef)
- [Video: A moment where Azai swallows some water, and I show how to comfort him with his dad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51851cb9-2742-4eef-b89b-63987bc40829)
- [Video: My 4-month-old son Azai on his survival swim journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3859e961-4f5d-4691-8a22-e7e5f8834ccd)
- [Video: Using the verbal cue "Azai, Ready, Go!" consistently to build his confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b454f85-9359-4e33-9292-9ed31c461da7)
- [Video: It's okay when Azai swallows water. I show how we comfort him and bring him back to the activity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1b78e00-60a6-4643-968d-96f39a1781f8)
- [Video: A major milestone: Azai's first independent swim from me to his dad.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59e15b79-15e7-4a10-9890-10079966fdf2)
- [Video: Building Azai's water comfort by gently pouring water over him.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c10cc3d4-9c70-43bd-848c-9ae34df5bc34)
- [Video: A playful moment between Azai and his dad in the pool.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd6a0482-9fbf-48fe-aa01-54d79cb55fc2)
- [Video: My husband, a non-swimmer, confidently participating in Azai's swim class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab7c2f53-8f65-43ec-96cf-51f5fcf66b3d)
- [Video: Introducing my son Azai to submersions at 4 months old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a96e03da-fa41-4e9f-9827-04da8787f6ee)
- [Video: Putting a wetsuit on Azai and explaining its benefits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9b425af-e096-4bad-a61a-83ef7e12427f)
- [Video: Showing how I read Azai's cues to ensure he is ready and not being forced.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18831ecb-ae26-46cf-bef2-e6f3dee19fd5)
- [Video: Celebrating Azai's successful underwater dunk at 4 months old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8eae6063-baa2-4582-ae90-3a81914164ad)
- [Video: A pool safety reminder showing a common accident where papa drops the baby, and explaining why it's okay.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e33075d-bdff-4b8a-83b7-48f3f1951e50)
- [Video: Teaching my 4-month-old son Azai survival swimming and self-rescue techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1fd9867-2af7-47d9-938b-23377435c1b3)
- [Video: A full-face underwater moment with Azai at 4 months old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f76537b-2fb5-4bc2-b175-dc8393945b0e)
- [Video: Practicing half-face submersion with Azai at 4 months.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b942aea-1934-49d1-b6b0-8db031681fc9)
- [Video: Getting my son Azai comfortable with water on his face.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0068a51-63bd-4ec4-b635-e317c7a8e57a)
- [Video: How I introduce Azai to a cold pool gradually.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53436567-2c77-467d-85ac-5a6e087907f7)
- [Video: Getting Azai ready for his swim class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2015eadc-5af5-447a-a71a-fb918a138833)
- [Video: Introducing my baby Azai to the pool at 4 months old.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb1cdfc2-d87f-459f-9823-18e275f1fbde)
- [Video: Using my own 4-month-old son as proof that it's safe and beneficial to start swimming early.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f93a1494-e107-451f-abbe-8987ca6fdc0b)
- [Video: Day 2 of swim class with my 4-month-old son Azai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/56d6574e-bc92-4114-b2d4-739e18a99136)
- [Video: Showcasing Azai's natural survival instincts in the water.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc5a5b2e-d6a1-4727-8a25-afcf191aafa5)
- [Video: My very first class teaching my own son, Azai, with my husband.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a57f0005-a203-4561-a123-74646b647259)

## About My Journey with Azai

My sessions with Azai are the exact blueprint for the classes I teach. We focus on water conditioning, starting with gentle splashes during bathtime at 4 months, moving to breath control, and eventually independent swimming by 9 months. It is not about forcing skills; it is about creating a consistent, positive routine where your child feels safe enough to explore the water at their own pace.

When I first took Azai into the water, I wasn't just being a swim coach; I was being a parent navigating the same worries you might have. Is it safe? Will he cry? These are valid concerns, and my method is built on answering them with patience. 

My approach to infant swimming in Mumbai is based on consistency rather than intensity. We start at home with simple, daily bathtime activities—this is the foundation of water conditioning. By the time we enter a pool, your child is already comfortable with the feeling of water on their face, eyes, and ears. This drastically reduces fear and makes the transition to the pool fun.

Here is what our process looks like:

* **Water Conditioning:** We start small, using toys and songs to get comfortable with splashes. This is vital before we introduce more complex survival skills.
* **Breath Control:** Using gentle cues like 'ready, go,' we teach babies to hold their breath and prepare for submersion, helping them learn to stay calm underwater.
* **Survival Skills:** We work on 'turn and grab' techniques, teaching your child how to recover and find the wall if they ever fall in.
* **Parent-Child Bonding:** My classes are designed for you to be in the water too. You provide the security, and I provide the professional guidance to make these moments count.

Every child develops differently. Azai had days where he was crabby, and we just played instead of practicing. That flexibility is key. My goal is to make sure your child develops a lifelong love for the water, not just a set of skills.

## About Nappy Nemo

Hi, I'm Prateeksha. Teaching isn't just a job for me—it’s how I spend my time with my own son, Azai. As India’s first Australian Swim Institute certified instructor, I combine professional safety standards with the patience every parent needs.

[See all of Nappy Nemo's services](https://mytribe.in/nappy.nemo)

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