New Tampa Wesley Chapel ISR infant toddler Swim Survival Lessons Emma Grynbal

I am a happily married ex- swimmer from London, England. I swam competitively for over 10 years competing both nationally and internationally.

I have a 13 year old daughter, Hannah, that has been swimming since before she can even remember and floating before she was even walking. She is now a competitive swimmer with TYS, The New Tampa YMCA. She enjoys swimming at swim meets and has competed at the Junior Olympic level. I also have a 16 year old stepson that enjoys swimming in many Special Olympic events.

For the last 16 years I have been working as a lead teacher in a Montessori environment and have therefore had a lot of experience with young children. This has given me the tools to deal with many different personalities. I am very loving, strong, and motivating which allows me bond quickly with the children helping the learning process.

I have had the pleasure of working with ISR, a nationally recognized program, for coming up to my 7th season and understood its true value after teaching only a couple of years. A 2 year old student of mine that had been taught the ISR technique some 10 months before fell into a freezing cold, muddy pond and used his his skills acquired in ISR lessons to save himself in a situation that could easily have ended in a horrific tragedy.. It has been because of amazing incidences like that and the joy of that little boy's parents that I have dedicated myself in the mission to ensure not one more child drowns.

I have taught hundreds of children how to survive an aquatic problem and I still get goose bumps each time an infant or young child rolls onto their backs for the very first time to get air. It has become my true passion to teach as many children as possible these self-rescue™ lessons, to give them the confidence to perform these life-saving skills, and to reduce the numbers of drownings in my community.

To help educate my community I am available for speaking engagements on drowning prevention and the ISR methodology. I offer complimentary presentations at MOMS groups, MOPS group, schools, and clubs etc.

For more information please contact me by phone or email.

Emma Grynbal
Certified ISR Instructor
e.grynbal@infantswim.com
813-748-6142

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Vanessa K 8/15/2011 1:35:17 PM Rating Dear Emma, we are so very grateful to you! Our two and a half year old daughter went from being scared to death of the water to swimming like a fish. I saw immediate progress the minute you started to work with Chloé and it is no exaggeration when I tell all your potential clients that our daughter was swimming within 2 weeks of starting your lessons. The only problem I have now is that I can't get her out of the water! I wish we had used you for our older daughters lessons too... That would have saved us a lot of money and headache! Your lessons are worth every penny and you truly are the best! I can't thank you enough!!!
Karyn C 8/1/2011 6:24:33 AM Rating Emma, you're a "Diamond in the Rough"!! Truly...I'm so grateful to the "forward" we got years ago, about ISR and you! As a mother whose review I just read, at the time we started, Samantha, 4 1/2 (who'd been in the water from the age of 5 months), was grabbing onto me and terrified of drowning, while her 2 1/2 yr old sister, Ciara, was trying to dive off the water's edge (and did not have the slightest idea what she'd do after that)! It was a nerve-wrecking experience for me to go with them to the pool at that time! And what frustrated me the most about that, is that they'd both had swim lessons by the time they were both 6 months old. However, they hadn't learned survival skills and I certainly wasn't confident that they'd survive in the water 30 seconds in the event of a mishap at a friend's pool or nearby lake, etc...And then we found you!! Well as you know, the girls, 7 1/2 and 5 ½ now, are little “fish”! Both swim team material (wish we could have gotten into the New Tampa Swim team you recommended this summer, but they were full)! They both love getting your refresher lessons and especially loved their stroke lessons this past summer! Wish we could have kept coming, but you know how it is (thanks for being so good to us)! Well then, as if you hadn't already proved your weight in gold to us...you took my non-swimmer nephew, Nathaniel (6 1/2) this summer and turned him into a swim-survival-jellyfish in less than 2 weeks!!! That kid was trembling whenever we asked him to come to the pool, cried if we went to the edge of the shore at the beach and grabbed onto anything he could when we took him in with us! Now, he cries when we tell him it's time to go!! Since I'm often with all 3 of them, it feels good to be able to take them all to the pool and know that they have what it takes to be confident swimmers!! Since 2008, I've told all my friends (and even strangers) about the ISR and our experiences with you and will continue to spread the word! You’ve got 3 fans for life (and their believing and grateful parents, of course)!!
Betsy M. 7/14/2011 1:26:04 PM Rating ...and may I add that Miss Emma really "reads" your child and puts effort into working with their specific personality. I'm sure there are many challenges to her because of the young ages but it is a wonderful thing to watch! Thank you again Miss Emma, you have two lives safer because of a skill learned!
Betsy M. 7/14/2011 1:19:47 PM Rating What a wonderful program and great teacher!! I was hesitant to do this program for several reasons, but am pleased to tell you it is worth it and a great idea! My two daughters 4 & 2 approached the water very differently. The oldest wanted no water in her face and was timid with trying anything out of her comfort zone + water wings. The 2 yr old was a go getter and wanted to dive in and play, but had no safety or swimming ability! They both took lessons from Miss Emma finishing last month and WOW! The week after lessons we went to the beach and they were happy, waves and all, floating, playing, swimming!!! My 4yr old proudly declares herself a "fish" and wants to swim everyday! She tries new things all the time including going down a small slide at the Grandparent's pool and diving! Our 2 yr old is now rightfully confident in the water swimming well and happily! THANK YOU SO MUCH MISS EMMA! You have given me not only peace-of-mind but the ability to enjoy my family this summer!! : )
Kamil G. 7/1/2011 7:54:45 AM Rating Emma has been a wonderful teacher to both of my sons. Andrew (5 years old) came in with a total fear of water and as a complete non swimmer. In 3 weeks, Emma had Andrew swimming, floating and perfecting his strokes. He loves the water now and tells me everyday how excited he is to go to the pool and swim. Daniel (3 years old) also came in as non swimmer. After the 3 weeks he is swimming, floating and jumping into the water without any fear. As a mom I love the fact that my children are so much more comfortable in water and know the skills to survive if they ever fall into the pool. I am extremely impressed with all of the skills the boys have learned and I will recommend Ms. Emma to all of my family and friends.
Teghan S. 5/13/2011 2:33:15 PM Rating We invested in our children this summer by enrolling them in ISR classes with Mrs. Emma. I was in awe of her flexibilty in working with the different personalities of each child and tayloring the lessons to their specific needs. My 3 year old and 22 month old are now confident in the water and my mind is at ease. It was a wonderful experience and I would recommend Mrs. Emma and ISR to anyone with small children. Thanks so much Mrs. Emma!
Medgyn C. 9/14/2010 9:45:03 AM Rating Emma is God sent. My daughter Cassie, who is now 10 and my son Dominic who is 3, both learned how to swim with Emma. Emma makes swimming fun at the same time takes it very seriously. After spending a few months with Emma and with the help of Emma, Cassie joined the TBAY Tampa Palms Team. She has been on the team for a year now and could possibly go to Junior Olympics come summer of next year. The skills she learned from Emma allowed her to swim competively right away with kids who have been on the team for a year or two and coming very close to their times. My son started swimming with Emma at 22 months,still enjoys swimming and I am not at all worried about him drowning because he was taught well. I am grateful to have met her and would highly recommend her to all mothers. She works with all sorts of infants, toddlers and adolescents regardless of their character and personality, she is capable of bringing out the best in them and build their self-confidence.
Pauline G 9/11/2010 1:43:25 PM Rating We have a pool at home with no fence and I was so scared my son would fall in, I decided to have him learn to swim with Emma. It was the best thing I have done for him, not only can he now swim, but he can float. I am so much more relaxed around the pool with him now and we can enjoy the water together, instead of me being totally paranoid and not allowing him around the pool or worse, following him around the pool. Emma is a great teacher and is very thorough, I totally trust her opinion and I know she will get the job done. I am so happy we did this, it is the best gift anyone can give a child. I highly recommend her.
Michelle V. 8/31/2010 6:39:08 AM Rating My 6 year old was a total non-swimmer and refused to go in the water without a float and going under was out of the question. By his second lesson with Emma he was willingly putting his face in the water and by the end of his second week was jumping into the pool and swimming on his own! I was so nervous to start these lessons with him because he was so reluctant to do anything in the water, but now he is excited to go, and LOVES swimming. Emma is an amazing instructor, and my husband and I are so thankful we found her, because we not only know our son will be safe around water, but because of her instruction he has found something he loves doing.
8/23/2010 3:04:20 PM Rating ISR + Miss Emma = Amazing! I have had two children complete three seasons of ISR and I can tell you it has made a huge difference in our lives! My husband and I saw the milestones our children made at each season and continue to recommend it to all our friends. Dont be fooled - swim lessons are dandy but they are nothing compared to SURVIVAL lessons. Miss Emma has the right mix of care and persistence with the children.
Lauri R 8/23/2010 10:08:41 AM Rating I am forever grateful for the wealth of knowledge and experience that Miss Emma has shared with our family! She demonstrated patience and perserverance while instructing Cole. Thanks to Miss Emma and ISR, Cole is an amazing swimmer and absolutely loves spending time in the pool! I am confident in his acquired skills and safety -- and that is thrilling! Thanks, again, Emma!
Kristin H. 8/22/2010 4:23:57 PM Rating My son started lessons with Ms. Emma when he was 8 months old - she was able to teach him to float before he was able to walk. This summer, when he was 21 months, he returned to learn the swim-float-swim sequence. I take him to our community pool daily and everyone is always amazed to see the baby swim. He has a love of the water that is possible because he has the skills and knowledge that were provided during ISR lessons.
Kristen B. 7/29/2010 10:46:34 AM Rating ISR Swim Lessons have made a huge impact in our lives. My 2 year-old son was a non-swimmer when we started lessons and in five weeks, he was confident and comfortable in the pool. He now swims and loves the water. I would recommend these lessons to anyone who has a young child. Ms. Emma has provided us with such a gift. She is making a huge difference with young children in the Tampa area. I am so glad thankful that we chose ISR and Ms. Emma!
Momina Q 7/28/2010 9:36:39 AM Rating Living in Florida and not knowing how to swim is not an option. We moved to Tampa 1 year ago and it was few weeks when I finally contacted Emma for swim lessons and boy was I glad. After her 10th lesson my daughter was in the pool with her friends trying to show off her skill, and while trying to get out of the pool she stumbled and fell in the shallow. For a second my instinct was to run and help her, but before I could do or say anything I saw her floating on her back and then flip back to swim to the edge. Few minutes later she was getting her toys when she fell in the deep end, now I was really scared but she, very confidently, swam to the edge and was very happy. I know I was right there to help but there are some unfortunate times when we are not looking for a second and that is enough to cause a mishap. I am glad we took classes with Emma, she is an excellent and extraordinary instructor. My daughter is now swimming like a pro and knows she has to do her swim-float-swim, no matter what. Thanks Emma, Thanks ISR.
Lisa T. 7/22/2010 8:02:12 PM Rating Ms.Emma has thought both my girls. My oldest who is 6 yrs now started with Emma at 22 months, she was swimming before she was 2yrs old, she has never needed a refresher lesson. My youngest who is now 3 1/2 yrs was also tought by Emma when she was 2 years old, she has not had a refesher lesson. This summer I signed both girls for stroke lesson with Emma, and have just been amazed by how well they did. Emma is a great teacher,and I am always raving about her to other friends who are looking to sign their children for life saving lesson..
Monica C. 6/14/2010 6:55:48 AM Rating I started my son in ISR lessons with Miss Emma when he was 9 months old. I second guessed my decision with every lesson as he did not seem to enjoy the lessons and cried at each lesson. However, now, at 18 months old, I can't keep him out of the pool. All the things he "hated" during lessons, he is not only great at, but enjoys it! At a recent party he was doing the swim/float/swim sequence just to show off. Best of all, I know have peace of mind knowing he knows how to handle himself in the water - between holding his breath the minute his head goes under, floating and swimming to the wall of the pool. Thanks Miss Emma! I highly recommend this program to anyone with infants and toddlers.
Melissa B. 4/29/2010 8:27:07 PM Rating I LOVE ISR & MISS EMMA!! My oldest son, Luke, had a near drowning experience when he was 3 1/2. We were swimming at my friends' neighborhood pool when it happened. He had been wearing floaties, and had taken them off when he got out of the pool to eat lunch. His little friend threw one of his floaties over the fence. I told Luke not to get back into the pool until I got it. I turned my back to Luke to answer my friend's question. When I turned back around he was completely submerged in the water. He had walked down the stairs of the pool not realizing that the water would go over his head without floaties on. I jumped into the pool, and rescued him. Luckily, he was OK physically, but emotionally he was traumatized & so was I. It happened so quickly, and I was right there. We moved to FL a couple of months later, and after getting settled, I enrolled him at a swim school that I had heard good things about. I told them about his near drowning experience, and that he was terrified of the water. The first lesson consisted of the teacher having Luke go under the water over and over. When she brought him to me, he was hysterically crying saying that he NEVER wanted to go swimming again. She said, "He did so much better this lesson". I looked right at her, and said, "This was his first lesson". You should have seen the look on her face. I called the school to tell them what happened, and they apologized profusely. They put him with a different instructor for the remainder of the course, and she was nice, but Luke pretty much just learned to blow bubbles in the water - a total waste of my time and money. Then a friend of mine told me about ISR. I signed Luke & my daughter Ava(2 years old) up with Miss Emma, and in 3 days Luke was swimming to the wall by himself with confidence. My husband and I couldn't believe our eyes. Luke, now 6 years old, just finished taking stroke lessons with Miss Emma, and she said that he has a natural talent for swimming. I honestly can't believe that two years ago he was terrified of swimming, and now he loves it. My son, Zachary, will be finishing his ISR lessons tomorrow. He is 2 years old. I am so thankful for the ISR program, and for Miss Emma. It has been such a blessing to my family. Melissa Bailey
Jennifer L. 11/11/2009 9:00:56 AM Rating Miss Emma did excellent job with my son. I highly recommend her swimming lessons for survival.
Christiana F. 10/5/2009 12:37:31 AM Rating Love your training method. We all HAPPY with the result and THANKS so much for teaching Christiana. She loves swim and we've been swim every weekends. YOU are the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA+++++++++++++++++++ Highly recommended.
Julie K. 9/30/2009 1:50:09 PM Rating Thank you Miss Emma for teaching my children how to swim and survive in the water.
Hiral K. 9/29/2009 4:37:52 PM Rating Miss Emma has been teaching my daughter Grace to survive in water ever since she was 11 months old. In 4 weeks of Miss Emma's training, Grace knew how to save her self in water. It was amazing to watch how quickly Miss Emma transformed her behaviour from fear of water to comfort in water. Miss Emma works with her student children very calmly and lovingly. I completely trust her and Grace's survival skills and love for water is result of Miss Emma's teaching. I can't say enough thanks to Miss Emma for what she has given to my daughter.
Nicole P. 4/30/2009 12:00:00 AM Rating ISR ISR ISR ISR ISR ISR ISR ISR ISR I am back doing lessons with Emma again...again I recommend this to all! My daughter is now almost 3 (this is her 3rd summer working with Emma) and swims like a fish! I have a son (new ISR student) who is 9 mo. old....he began ISR with Emma when 8 mo. old and he is floating beautifully! ISR is amazing...the peace of mind....PLEASE if you are considering swim lessons for your child, 6 mo. or older, pls consider ISR! It is the best, in my opinion. We are done with lessons, for now, and I know that my kids can save themselves if they fall in water....you can have that same peace!! Emma is amazing with my daughter, and my son, I trust her completely and am grateful my son and daughter are learning skills to save her own life in the water. Choosing these lessons has been the best decision I have made for my kids. They both love the water and my girl swims!! my son floats and he is 9 mo. old, it is amazing! Emma's methods and her way with the kids makes all the difference....Thank you again Emma!!
Eva E. 5/9/2008 12:00:00 AM Rating I am amazed how well my 2 1/2 year old daughter has mastered the swim/float technique that Ms. Emma has patiently taught her. I would recommend her 100%. Thank you again!
Kate A. 9/28/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating Emma did a fantastic job teaching my 22 month old daughter to float! Like all mothers, the thought of my child falling into water terrified me. Now, I am still just as diligent in my supervision, but I have a reassuring confidence that if she fell in water, she could float until I could retrieve her. It only takes a minute for a child to drown. The ISR technique buys you that time to get to your child.
Natalie C. 9/24/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating I am the mother of 2 girls who loved the water, but couldn't float! We swam almost every day this summer and worked with them, but they were afraid of sinking.
Lisa P. 9/21/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating Emma taught my 7 month old daughter how to rotate to her back and float in the water. I am still absolutely amazed that in just 12 lessons Emma and my daughter were able to accomplish so much. I believe this is such a valuable skill for children to learn and highly recommend Emma and ISR to everyone. We will be back in the spring for more lessons!!
Lisa S. 9/19/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating After 4 weeks my 2 year old son is now swimming and floating. Living in Florida I am comforted to know that in case of an accident my son will be able to survive in the water. He really enjoys being in the pool now and always wants to "swim to the wall". Emma was always patient and caring.
Latasha S. 9/15/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating I would recommend this program to all mothers that have young children. This is a life saver. Ms Emma was my son's instructor and he was terrified at the beginning of the class but with much patients and understanding by Ms Emma, my son can now Float Swim Float which is critical in a life treatening situation. He is more confident with his swimming. I fully recommend this course with this instructor to all parents. Don't wait until it's to late, Thinking that drowning only happens to other children. I personally have friend's that thought that also. Their child drowned because they kept putting it off. Please get your children into these classes.
Wendy D. 9/14/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating We love Infant Swimming Resource and Emma! A friend of mine signed her daughter up for lessons with Emma and I decided to wait. My 2 year old wasnt interested in swimming so I thought, "Why should I give him lessons if he's not interested" A month later he fell into our pool! He was trying to fill up a water toy, like his big brothers. I was right there and immediatley jumped in but it was a horrible experience, just to see his little face desperately looking up at me! The next day I called Emma! It is amazing to see your little one swim! Emma is so patient and understands my child. My husband was able to witness a lesson and he was amazed. I looked back at him and he had tears in his eyes. There is something about watching a child so young, learn to save himself and at the same time be so proud! We are not finished with Emma but I already know my results will be positive.
Jennifer L. 9/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating As the mother of a fearless son, I knew that swim lessons were in our future. After meeting Emma and her family while sharing free chicken sandwiches I immediately followed up to get Aedan enrolled. He began his swim lessons at the end of April and by the middle of June he was swimmiAs the mother of a fearless son, I knew that swim lessons were in our future. After meeting Emma and her family while sharing free chicken sandwiches I immediately followed up to get Aedan enrolled. He began his swim lessons at the end of April and by the middle of June he was swimming like a fish. Now one of his favorite activities is to show off his amazing swim-float-swim technique at our local pool. I knew that what Emma taught him he really understood after he fell into the pool while reaching for his toy just a couple of weeks after finishing his lessons. He popped right up and flipped over onto his back.
Melaine A. 9/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating My three-year-old daughter became a proficient swimmer in just three weeks this summer, thanks to Emma. She built great rapport with my daughter and helped her quickly feel comfortable with her own abilities to save herself in the water (by the end of the second lesson she was excited to swim). It was remarkable to watch her and many other younger children transform in the water from insecure, flailing, frightened children to confident, comfortable swimmers.
Katie K. 9/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating A great swim instructor. I would highly recommend for any young child learning about water safety. This is a great way to start swim lessons with a young toddler. My son started last summer (2 1/2 years old) with Emma and quickly learned to survive in the water and gain confidence to swim with his head under water to the wall. This summer we took refresher lessons at the beginning of the summer (3 1/2 years old) and is swimming all over the pool like a fish! I strongly recommed Emma for her patience and ability to teach young children the fundamentals of water safety.
Lisa J. 9/9/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating Emma is an amazing instructor and ISR employs an incredible technique, teaching children to save themselves if and when the need arises. I am confident that my very strong-willed 17 month old daughter Cate would know exactly what to do if she ever falls into a pool, or any body of water for that matter. Thank you Emma for teaching Cate this life-saving skill!!
Sami P. 9/9/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating My 2 1/2 year old daughter took ISR swim lessons over the summer with Emma. Not only is ISR the best swim program out there, Emma is the best swim instructor in this area. We were off to a rocky start with my daughter who formed some bad technique at first but Emma was patient and worked with her and she is an excellent swimmer now. She still wants to stop and see Emma every time we drive by Grand Hampton.
Kristin M. 9/9/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating I enrolled two of my dtrs in Emma's swim lessons this summer. The first is 3 yrs old and needed a refresher class since she had not swam since last summer and was no longer wanting to put her head under water. After two short weeks, not only was she swimming perfectly above and under the water but she had the survival float down pat dressed in full winter clothing and shoes! I have also received many comments from friends viewing her stating she is a FISH.
Amanda M. 9/7/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating Not only is my 2 year old daughter capable of surviving an accidental fall into the water, she now loves to swim. Emma has instilled a confidence and joy in the water that she didn't have before her lessons. Her happy squeals, big smile, and reluctance to leave the pool is proof that this is a great program, and Emma was a great teacher.
Jaime E. 7/21/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating With the alarming drowing statistics in Florida, I could not wait any longer to find a survival class for my child. Emma Grynbal is an incredible teacher. I could not believe my eyes when my strong willed 3 year old child was swimming within seconds of her first class. Before this class she would only stand on the steps of a pool and would refuse to go under water.Now my daughter is almost finished with her class after three and a half weeks. Emma taught her the swim float swim technique.When you watch this technique it makes so much since. I feel so relieved that my daughter might have a chance if she falls in the water. My daughter has fallen in the water and it is so scarey because no one can hear your child when they are struggling under water.
Courney V. 7/14/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating This program is by far the best I have seen or heard of. My 2-year old can swim and float, and I know he would be able to survive for several minutes if need be (God forbid). He loves Emma and even asks to see her throughout the day when we're not at lessons. I would recommend ISR, and Emma, to anyone!
Laura R. 7/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating This is a great program - my son who is now older learned to swim and is now on a swim team. This program and groud is a must for any one with children in Florida. The fact that they teach survival swimming is such a great thing. When my son took these lessons he was just 1 yr old and with in 6 weeks he could find his way to side, float ect. A great program!!!
Jessica 7/7/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating My 2 year old twins are taking this class. Emma is very good and highly trained. I would highly recommend this instructor and program.

Vanessa K
8/15/2011 1:35:17 PM Rating

Dear Emma, we are so very grateful to you! Our two and a half year old daughter went from being scared to death of the water to swimming like a fish. I saw immediate progress the minute you started to work with Chloé and it is no exaggeration when I tell all your potential clients that our daughter was swimming within 2 weeks of starting your lessons. The only problem I have now is that I can't get her out of the water! I wish we had used you for our older daughters lessons too... That would have saved us a lot of money and headache! Your lessons are worth every penny and you truly are the best! I can't thank you enough!!!

Karyn C
8/1/2011 6:24:33 AM Rating

Emma, you're a "Diamond in the Rough"!! Truly...I'm so grateful to the "forward" we got years ago, about ISR and you! As a mother whose review I just read, at the time we started, Samantha, 4 1/2 (who'd been in the water from the age of 5 months), was grabbing onto me and terrified of drowning, while her 2 1/2 yr old sister, Ciara, was trying to dive off the water's edge (and did not have the slightest idea what she'd do after that)! It was a nerve-wrecking experience for me to go with them to the pool at that time! And what frustrated me the most about that, is that they'd both had swim lessons by the time they were both 6 months old. However, they hadn't learned survival skills and I certainly wasn't confident that they'd survive in the water 30 seconds in the event of a mishap at a friend's pool or nearby lake, etc...And then we found you!! Well as you know, the girls, 7 1/2 and 5 ½ now, are little “fish”! Both swim team material (wish we could have gotten into the New Tampa Swim team you recommended this summer, but they were full)! They both love getting your refresher lessons and especially loved their stroke lessons this past summer! Wish we could have kept coming, but you know how it is (thanks for being so good to us)! Well then, as if you hadn't already proved your weight in gold to us...you took my non-swimmer nephew, Nathaniel (6 1/2) this summer and turned him into a swim-survival-jellyfish in less than 2 weeks!!! That kid was trembling whenever we asked him to come to the pool, cried if we went to the edge of the shore at the beach and grabbed onto anything he could when we took him in with us! Now, he cries when we tell him it's time to go!! Since I'm often with all 3 of them, it feels good to be able to take them all to the pool and know that they have what it takes to be confident swimmers!! Since 2008, I've told all my friends (and even strangers) about the ISR and our experiences with you and will continue to spread the word! You’ve got 3 fans for life (and their believing and grateful parents, of course)!!

Betsy M.
7/14/2011 1:26:04 PM Rating

...and may I add that Miss Emma really "reads" your child and puts effort into working with their specific personality. I'm sure there are many challenges to her because of the young ages but it is a wonderful thing to watch! Thank you again Miss Emma, you have two lives safer because of a skill learned!

Betsy M.
7/14/2011 1:19:47 PM Rating

What a wonderful program and great teacher!! I was hesitant to do this program for several reasons, but am pleased to tell you it is worth it and a great idea! My two daughters 4 & 2 approached the water very differently. The oldest wanted no water in her face and was timid with trying anything out of her comfort zone + water wings. The 2 yr old was a go getter and wanted to dive in and play, but had no safety or swimming ability! They both took lessons from Miss Emma finishing last month and WOW! The week after lessons we went to the beach and they were happy, waves and all, floating, playing, swimming!!! My 4yr old proudly declares herself a "fish" and wants to swim everyday! She tries new things all the time including going down a small slide at the Grandparent's pool and diving! Our 2 yr old is now rightfully confident in the water swimming well and happily! THANK YOU SO MUCH MISS EMMA! You have given me not only peace-of-mind but the ability to enjoy my family this summer!! : )

Kamil G.
7/1/2011 7:54:45 AM Rating

Emma has been a wonderful teacher to both of my sons. Andrew (5 years old) came in with a total fear of water and as a complete non swimmer. In 3 weeks, Emma had Andrew swimming, floating and perfecting his strokes. He loves the water now and tells me everyday how excited he is to go to the pool and swim. Daniel (3 years old) also came in as non swimmer. After the 3 weeks he is swimming, floating and jumping into the water without any fear. As a mom I love the fact that my children are so much more comfortable in water and know the skills to survive if they ever fall into the pool. I am extremely impressed with all of the skills the boys have learned and I will recommend Ms. Emma to all of my family and friends.

Teghan S.
5/13/2011 2:33:15 PM Rating

We invested in our children this summer by enrolling them in ISR classes with Mrs. Emma. I was in awe of her flexibilty in working with the different personalities of each child and tayloring the lessons to their specific needs. My 3 year old and 22 month old are now confident in the water and my mind is at ease. It was a wonderful experience and I would recommend Mrs. Emma and ISR to anyone with small children. Thanks so much Mrs. Emma!

Medgyn C.
9/14/2010 9:45:03 AM Rating

Emma is God sent. My daughter Cassie, who is now 10 and my son Dominic who is 3, both learned how to swim with Emma. Emma makes swimming fun at the same time takes it very seriously. After spending a few months with Emma and with the help of Emma, Cassie joined the TBAY Tampa Palms Team. She has been on the team for a year now and could possibly go to Junior Olympics come summer of next year. The skills she learned from Emma allowed her to swim competively right away with kids who have been on the team for a year or two and coming very close to their times. My son started swimming with Emma at 22 months,still enjoys swimming and I am not at all worried about him drowning because he was taught well. I am grateful to have met her and would highly recommend her to all mothers. She works with all sorts of infants, toddlers and adolescents regardless of their character and personality, she is capable of bringing out the best in them and build their self-confidence.

Pauline G
9/11/2010 1:43:25 PM Rating

We have a pool at home with no fence and I was so scared my son would fall in, I decided to have him learn to swim with Emma. It was the best thing I have done for him, not only can he now swim, but he can float. I am so much more relaxed around the pool with him now and we can enjoy the water together, instead of me being totally paranoid and not allowing him around the pool or worse, following him around the pool. Emma is a great teacher and is very thorough, I totally trust her opinion and I know she will get the job done. I am so happy we did this, it is the best gift anyone can give a child. I highly recommend her.

Michelle V.
8/31/2010 6:39:08 AM Rating

My 6 year old was a total non-swimmer and refused to go in the water without a float and going under was out of the question. By his second lesson with Emma he was willingly putting his face in the water and by the end of his second week was jumping into the pool and swimming on his own! I was so nervous to start these lessons with him because he was so reluctant to do anything in the water, but now he is excited to go, and LOVES swimming. Emma is an amazing instructor, and my husband and I are so thankful we found her, because we not only know our son will be safe around water, but because of her instruction he has found something he loves doing.

8/23/2010 3:04:20 PM Rating

ISR + Miss Emma = Amazing! I have had two children complete three seasons of ISR and I can tell you it has made a huge difference in our lives! My husband and I saw the milestones our children made at each season and continue to recommend it to all our friends. Dont be fooled - swim lessons are dandy but they are nothing compared to SURVIVAL lessons. Miss Emma has the right mix of care and persistence with the children.

Lauri R
8/23/2010 10:08:41 AM Rating

I am forever grateful for the wealth of knowledge and experience that Miss Emma has shared with our family! She demonstrated patience and perserverance while instructing Cole. Thanks to Miss Emma and ISR, Cole is an amazing swimmer and absolutely loves spending time in the pool! I am confident in his acquired skills and safety -- and that is thrilling! Thanks, again, Emma!

Kristin H.
8/22/2010 4:23:57 PM Rating

My son started lessons with Ms. Emma when he was 8 months old - she was able to teach him to float before he was able to walk. This summer, when he was 21 months, he returned to learn the swim-float-swim sequence. I take him to our community pool daily and everyone is always amazed to see the baby swim. He has a love of the water that is possible because he has the skills and knowledge that were provided during ISR lessons.

Kristen B.
7/29/2010 10:46:34 AM Rating

ISR Swim Lessons have made a huge impact in our lives. My 2 year-old son was a non-swimmer when we started lessons and in five weeks, he was confident and comfortable in the pool. He now swims and loves the water. I would recommend these lessons to anyone who has a young child. Ms. Emma has provided us with such a gift. She is making a huge difference with young children in the Tampa area. I am so glad thankful that we chose ISR and Ms. Emma!

Momina Q
7/28/2010 9:36:39 AM Rating

Living in Florida and not knowing how to swim is not an option. We moved to Tampa 1 year ago and it was few weeks when I finally contacted Emma for swim lessons and boy was I glad. After her 10th lesson my daughter was in the pool with her friends trying to show off her skill, and while trying to get out of the pool she stumbled and fell in the shallow. For a second my instinct was to run and help her, but before I could do or say anything I saw her floating on her back and then flip back to swim to the edge. Few minutes later she was getting her toys when she fell in the deep end, now I was really scared but she, very confidently, swam to the edge and was very happy. I know I was right there to help but there are some unfortunate times when we are not looking for a second and that is enough to cause a mishap. I am glad we took classes with Emma, she is an excellent and extraordinary instructor. My daughter is now swimming like a pro and knows she has to do her swim-float-swim, no matter what. Thanks Emma, Thanks ISR.

Lisa T.
7/22/2010 8:02:12 PM Rating

Ms.Emma has thought both my girls. My oldest who is 6 yrs now started with Emma at 22 months, she was swimming before she was 2yrs old, she has never needed a refresher lesson. My youngest who is now 3 1/2 yrs was also tought by Emma when she was 2 years old, she has not had a refesher lesson. This summer I signed both girls for stroke lesson with Emma, and have just been amazed by how well they did. Emma is a great teacher,and I am always raving about her to other friends who are looking to sign their children for life saving lesson..

Monica C.
6/14/2010 6:55:48 AM Rating

I started my son in ISR lessons with Miss Emma when he was 9 months old. I second guessed my decision with every lesson as he did not seem to enjoy the lessons and cried at each lesson. However, now, at 18 months old, I can't keep him out of the pool. All the things he "hated" during lessons, he is not only great at, but enjoys it! At a recent party he was doing the swim/float/swim sequence just to show off. Best of all, I know have peace of mind knowing he knows how to handle himself in the water - between holding his breath the minute his head goes under, floating and swimming to the wall of the pool. Thanks Miss Emma! I highly recommend this program to anyone with infants and toddlers.

Melissa B.
4/29/2010 8:27:07 PM Rating

I LOVE ISR & MISS EMMA!! My oldest son, Luke, had a near drowning experience when he was 3 1/2. We were swimming at my friends' neighborhood pool when it happened. He had been wearing floaties, and had taken them off when he got out of the pool to eat lunch. His little friend threw one of his floaties over the fence. I told Luke not to get back into the pool until I got it. I turned my back to Luke to answer my friend's question. When I turned back around he was completely submerged in the water. He had walked down the stairs of the pool not realizing that the water would go over his head without floaties on. I jumped into the pool, and rescued him. Luckily, he was OK physically, but emotionally he was traumatized & so was I. It happened so quickly, and I was right there. We moved to FL a couple of months later, and after getting settled, I enrolled him at a swim school that I had heard good things about. I told them about his near drowning experience, and that he was terrified of the water. The first lesson consisted of the teacher having Luke go under the water over and over. When she brought him to me, he was hysterically crying saying that he NEVER wanted to go swimming again. She said, "He did so much better this lesson". I looked right at her, and said, "This was his first lesson". You should have seen the look on her face. I called the school to tell them what happened, and they apologized profusely. They put him with a different instructor for the remainder of the course, and she was nice, but Luke pretty much just learned to blow bubbles in the water - a total waste of my time and money. Then a friend of mine told me about ISR. I signed Luke & my daughter Ava(2 years old) up with Miss Emma, and in 3 days Luke was swimming to the wall by himself with confidence. My husband and I couldn't believe our eyes. Luke, now 6 years old, just finished taking stroke lessons with Miss Emma, and she said that he has a natural talent for swimming. I honestly can't believe that two years ago he was terrified of swimming, and now he loves it. My son, Zachary, will be finishing his ISR lessons tomorrow. He is 2 years old. I am so thankful for the ISR program, and for Miss Emma. It has been such a blessing to my family. Melissa Bailey

Jennifer L.
11/11/2009 9:00:56 AM Rating

Miss Emma did excellent job with my son. I highly recommend her swimming lessons for survival.

Christiana F.
10/5/2009 12:37:31 AM Rating

Love your training method. We all HAPPY with the result and THANKS so much for teaching Christiana. She loves swim and we've been swim every weekends. YOU are the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA+++++++++++++++++++ Highly recommended.

Julie K.
9/30/2009 1:50:09 PM Rating

Thank you Miss Emma for teaching my children how to swim and survive in the water.

Hiral K.
9/29/2009 4:37:52 PM Rating

Miss Emma has been teaching my daughter Grace to survive in water ever since she was 11 months old. In 4 weeks of Miss Emma's training, Grace knew how to save her self in water. It was amazing to watch how quickly Miss Emma transformed her behaviour from fear of water to comfort in water. Miss Emma works with her student children very calmly and lovingly. I completely trust her and Grace's survival skills and love for water is result of Miss Emma's teaching. I can't say enough thanks to Miss Emma for what she has given to my daughter.

Nicole P.
4/30/2009 12:00:00 AM Rating

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I am back doing lessons with Emma again...again I recommend this to all! My daughter is now almost 3 (this is her 3rd summer working with Emma) and swims like a fish! I have a son (new ISR student) who is 9 mo. old....he began ISR with Emma when 8 mo. old and he is floating beautifully! ISR is amazing...the peace of mind....PLEASE if you are considering swim lessons for your child, 6 mo. or older, pls consider ISR! It is the best, in my opinion. We are done with lessons, for now, and I know that my kids can save themselves if they fall in water....you can have that same peace!!

Emma is amazing with my daughter, and my son, I trust her completely and am grateful my son and daughter are learning skills to save her own life in the water. Choosing these lessons has been the best decision I have made for my kids. They both love the water and my girl swims!! my son floats and he is 9 mo. old, it is amazing! Emma's methods and her way with the kids makes all the difference....Thank you again Emma!!

Eva E.
5/9/2008 12:00:00 AM Rating

I am amazed how well my 2 1/2 year old daughter has mastered the swim/float technique that Ms. Emma has patiently taught her. I would recommend her 100%. Thank you again!

Kate A.
9/28/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

Emma did a fantastic job teaching my 22 month old daughter to float! Like all mothers, the thought of my child falling into water terrified me. Now, I am still just as diligent in my supervision, but I have a reassuring confidence that if she fell in water, she could float until I could retrieve her. It only takes a minute for a child to drown. The ISR technique buys you that time to get to your child.

Natalie C.
9/24/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

I am the mother of 2 girls who loved the water, but couldn't float! We swam almost every day this summer and worked with them, but they were afraid of sinking.

Lisa P.
9/21/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

Emma taught my 7 month old daughter how to rotate to her back and float in the water. I am still absolutely amazed that in just 12 lessons Emma and my daughter were able to accomplish so much. I believe this is such a valuable skill for children to learn and highly recommend Emma and ISR to everyone. We will be back in the spring for more lessons!!

Lisa S.
9/19/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

After 4 weeks my 2 year old son is now swimming and floating. Living in Florida I am comforted to know that in case of an accident my son will be able to survive in the water. He really enjoys being in the pool now and always wants to "swim to the wall". Emma was always patient and caring.

Latasha S.
9/15/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

I would recommend this program to all mothers that have young children. This is a life saver. Ms Emma was my son's instructor and he was terrified at the beginning of the class but with much patients and understanding by Ms Emma, my son can now Float Swim Float which is critical in a life treatening situation. He is more confident with his swimming. I fully recommend this course with this instructor to all parents. Don't wait until it's to late, Thinking that drowning only happens to other children. I personally have friend's that thought that also. Their child drowned because they kept putting it off. Please get your children into these classes.

Wendy D.
9/14/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

We love Infant Swimming Resource and Emma! A friend of mine signed her daughter up for lessons with Emma and I decided to wait. My 2 year old wasnt interested in swimming so I thought, "Why should I give him lessons if he's not interested" A month later he fell into our pool! He was trying to fill up a water toy, like his big brothers. I was right there and immediatley jumped in but it was a horrible experience, just to see his little face desperately looking up at me! The next day I called Emma! It is amazing to see your little one swim! Emma is so patient and understands my child. My husband was able to witness a lesson and he was amazed. I looked back at him and he had tears in his eyes. There is something about watching a child so young, learn to save himself and at the same time be so proud! We are not finished with Emma but I already know my results will be positive.

Jennifer L.
9/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

As the mother of a fearless son, I knew that swim lessons were in our future. After meeting Emma and her family while sharing free chicken sandwiches I immediately followed up to get Aedan enrolled. He began his swim lessons at the end of April and by the middle of June he was swimmiAs the mother of a fearless son, I knew that swim lessons were in our future. After meeting Emma and her family while sharing free chicken sandwiches I immediately followed up to get Aedan enrolled. He began his swim lessons at the end of April and by the middle of June he was swimming like a fish. Now one of his favorite activities is to show off his amazing swim-float-swim technique at our local pool.

I knew that what Emma taught him he really understood after he fell into the pool while reaching for his toy just a couple of weeks after finishing his lessons. He popped right up and flipped over onto his back.

Melaine A.
9/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

My three-year-old daughter became a proficient swimmer in just three weeks this summer, thanks to Emma. She built great rapport with my daughter and helped her quickly feel comfortable with her own abilities to save herself in the water (by the end of the second lesson she was excited to swim). It was remarkable to watch her and many other younger children transform in the water from insecure, flailing, frightened children to confident, comfortable swimmers.

Katie K.
9/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

A great swim instructor. I would highly recommend for any young child learning about water safety. This is a great way to start swim lessons with a young toddler. My son started last summer (2 1/2 years old) with Emma and quickly learned to survive in the water and gain confidence to swim with his head under water to the wall. This summer we took refresher lessons at the beginning of the summer (3 1/2 years old) and is swimming all over the pool like a fish! I strongly recommed Emma for her patience and ability to teach young children the fundamentals of water safety.

Lisa J.
9/9/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

Emma is an amazing instructor and ISR employs an incredible technique, teaching children to save themselves if and when the need arises. I am confident that my very strong-willed 17 month old daughter Cate would know exactly what to do if she ever falls into a pool, or any body of water for that matter. Thank you Emma for teaching Cate this life-saving skill!!

Sami P.
9/9/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

My 2 1/2 year old daughter took ISR swim lessons over the summer with Emma. Not only is ISR the best swim program out there, Emma is the best swim instructor in this area. We were off to a rocky start with my daughter who formed some bad technique at first but Emma was patient and worked with her and she is an excellent swimmer now. She still wants to stop and see Emma every time we drive by Grand Hampton.

Kristin M.
9/9/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

I enrolled two of my dtrs in Emma's swim lessons this summer. The first is 3 yrs old and needed a refresher class since she had not swam since last summer and was no longer wanting to put her head under water. After two short weeks, not only was she swimming perfectly above and under the water but she had the survival float down pat dressed in full winter clothing and shoes! I have also received many comments from friends viewing her stating she is a FISH.

Amanda M.
9/7/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

Not only is my 2 year old daughter capable of surviving an accidental fall into the water, she now loves to swim. Emma has instilled a confidence and joy in the water that she didn't have before her lessons. Her happy squeals, big smile, and reluctance to leave the pool is proof that this is a great program, and Emma was a great teacher.

Jaime E.
7/21/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

With the alarming drowing statistics in Florida, I could not wait any longer to find a survival class for my child. Emma Grynbal is an incredible teacher. I could not believe my eyes when my strong willed 3 year old child was swimming within seconds of her first class. Before this class she would only stand on the steps of a pool and would refuse to go under water.Now my daughter is almost finished with her class after three and a half weeks. Emma taught her the swim float swim technique.When you watch this technique it makes so much since. I feel so relieved that my daughter might have a chance if she falls in the water. My daughter has fallen in the water and it is so scarey because no one can hear your child when they are struggling under water.

Courney V.
7/14/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

This program is by far the best I have seen or heard of. My 2-year old can swim and float, and I know he would be able to survive for several minutes if need be (God forbid). He loves Emma and even asks to see her throughout the day when we're not at lessons. I would recommend ISR, and Emma, to anyone!

Laura R.
7/10/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

This is a great program - my son who is now older learned to swim and is now on a swim team. This program and groud is a must for any one with children in Florida.

The fact that they teach survival swimming is such a great thing.

When my son took these lessons he was just 1 yr old and with in 6 weeks he could find his way to side, float ect.

A great program!!!

Jessica
7/7/2007 12:00:00 AM Rating

My 2 year old twins are taking this class. Emma is very good and highly trained. I would highly recommend this instructor and program.