Swim Vest 1 Year
Safe and comfortable in the water, with both arms free to move. Our swim vest 1 year comes in the 1 to 2 years size, for approximately 11 to 15 kg.
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Has your little one just turned 1 and are they ready for their first water adventures? Then our swim vest 1 year is the ideal choice. This swim vest is designed for children aged 1 to 2 years and fits from approximately 11 kg, up to 15 kg. That means your child can enjoy safety and comfort in the water right away, and keep using the same vest for another full year. Made from foam, the vest spreads its buoyancy across the chest and back, which keeps your child stable in the water while leaving their arms completely free to move and practise. Looking for a different size? Explore our swim vests for every age:
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Choosing the right size swim vest 1 year
When you are choosing a swim vest, your child's weight matters more than their age. Age is a useful guideline, but every child grows at their own pace. The swim vest 1 year covers 11 to 15 kg, which suits most children between 1 and 2 years old. Body shape plays a role too: at the same weight, a child with a slimmer build may need a different size than a child with a broader build. Please keep in mind that the vests in the 1 to 2 years size run small, so if your child is close to 15 kg it is worth moving up to our swim vest 2 years, which covers 15 to 19 kg. Prefer a different kind of support? Our arm bands are worn around the upper arms and come in two sizes: up to 15 kg for approximately 0 to 2 years, and 15 to 30 kg for approximately 2 to 6 years. Our Swim Jumpers combine arm bands with a chest piece and are made for children from 15 to 30 kg.
How the swim vest should fit
A good swim vest fits snugly while still giving your child plenty of room to move and play. It should never feel too tight, but it also should not be so loose that it rides up once your child gets into the water. Close the safety zip fully and fasten the safety strap between the legs, and check the fit before every water adventure. Do keep in mind that a swim vest gives extra support but is not a life jacket. It never replaces swimming skills or adult supervision, so always stay close and within arm's reach of your one-year-old.
Get your swim vest 1 year at Swim Essentials
Our swim vest 1 year comes in cheerful colours and trendy prints, so you can pick one that suits your child. Choose the red and white crabby, the orange wild flower, the orange surfer or the beige roamer. Do you prefer flowers? The red and white daisy flower and the yellow florish are lovely options, and there is an orange Bluey design as well. Besides the design, we pay close attention to safety and comfort: the foam construction, the secure zip and the strap between the legs keep the vest in place while your little one is splashing and practising.
You may also like: arm bands 1 year, baby floats.
Frequently asked questions: Swim Vest 1 Year
Which swim vest fits a 1-year-old?
For a 1-year-old, choose the 1-2 years swim vest, made for children from 11 to 15 kg. A child of around 12 kg fits it well. Does your child weigh less than 11 kg? Then the vest is too big and a baby float with a seat is the better choice. The vest should fit snugly without pinching and should not ride up to the chin in the water.
Swim vest or baby float for a 1-year-old?
Look at the weight first: if your 1-year-old weighs less than 11 kg, the baby float 0-1 year (up to 11 kg) is the better fit. From 11 kg you can choose between the swim vest 1-2 years and the baby float 1-2 years, both for 11 to 15 kg. In a baby float your child sits upright in a seat with leg holes. A swim vest gives more freedom of movement and leaves the arms free. Always stay within arm's reach.
Up to what weight does the swim vest 1-2 years fit?
The swim vest 1-2 years fits up to 15 kg. Once your child weighs 15 kg or more, the next size is the swim vest 2-3 years, for 15 to 19 kg. Age is only a guideline: weight decides which size fits. If the vest rides up or feels tight, check your child's weight and the fit again before the next swim.
What size swim vest does my child need?
Choose by weight first, as age is only a guideline. Swim Essentials swim vests come in three sizes: 1-2 years (11-15 kg), 2-3 years (15-19 kg) and 3-6 years (19-30 kg). Body shape also plays a role. The vest should fit snugly and should not ride up over the chin when your child is in the water.
From what age can a child wear a swim vest?
Swim Essentials swim vests start at the 1-2 years size, for children weighing 11 to 15 kg. For younger babies, a baby float with a built-in seat is the usual choice. Whatever you choose, an adult should always stay within arm's reach, because a swim vest supports your child but does not replace supervision.
Is there a difference between a swim vest and a life vest?
Yes. A swim vest is a swimming aid: it helps your child float and move in the pool or at the beach, under supervision. A life vest or life jacket is a rescue device for boating and open water, usually with a collar that keeps the head above water. Swim Essentials swim vests are swimming aids, not life jackets.
Does a swim vest keep a child afloat?
A swim vest gives extra buoyancy: the foam helps keep your child's upper body at the surface while they kick and paddle. It does not guarantee that your child's face stays above the water, and it is no substitute for swimming skills. Your child still needs to move actively in the water, with an adult close by at all times.
Can my child learn to swim with a swim vest?
A swim vest can help your child practise their first strokes and gain confidence, because the arms stay free. Real swimming skills, however, are learned in swimming lessons. See the vest as support while playing and practising in the water, not as a way to learn to swim on its own.
Is a swim vest safe for children?
A swim vest helps your child float and gives support with the first swimming strokes, but it is not a life jacket and never replaces supervision. Our swim vest is made of foam, so it cannot deflate. It closes with a safety zip and a safety strap between the legs, so it does not ride up. Always stay within arm's reach of your child.
How many newtons should a child's swim vest have?
A newton rating mainly applies to life jackets and buoyancy aids for open water, such as when boating. For a swim vest your child plays in at the pool, you look at the weight class instead: it makes sure the buoyancy matches your child. Our swim vests come in 11 to 15 kg, 15 to 19 kg and 19 to 30 kg. For boating, choose a life jacket.