Swim Vest 5 Years
Safe and comfortable in the water, with both arms free to move. Our swim vest 5 years comes in the 3 to 6 years size, for 19 to 30 kg.
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Discover the swim vest 5 years by Swim Essentials
Is your child 5 years old and do they love swimming, boating or playing near the water? Then our swim vest 5 years is exactly what you need. The 3 to 6 years size fits perfectly at this age and covers 19 to 30 kg, so it keeps working reliably until your child is around 6. At five, most children want to be in the water on their own terms: jumping in, swimming a stretch, climbing back out and going again. The foam spreads the buoyancy across the chest and back, which keeps your child stable without holding them back, and leaves their arms completely free. Looking for a different size? Explore our swim vests for every age:
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Choosing the right size swim vest 5 years
Weight decides the size, not age. The 3 to 6 years vest runs from 19 to 30 kg, and nearly every five-year-old sits comfortably inside that range. Is your child already approaching 30 kg? Then check the weight on the packaging before you buy, because that is the upper limit of this size. Body shape counts as well: at the same weight, a child with a slimmer build may need a different size than a child with a broader build. Prefer a different kind of support? Our arm bands are worn around the upper arms and are available from 15 to 30 kg for approximately 2 to 6 years, and our Swim Jumpers combine arm bands with a chest piece across the same range. Many children at this age move between aids depending on where they are: a vest on the boat or at the lake, arm bands during a pool afternoon.
How the swim vest should fit
A good swim vest sits snugly without restricting your child. It should never feel tight, but it also should not be so loose that it rides up once your child gets into the water. Check this carefully with an older child: a five-year-old grows fast, and a vest that fitted last summer may no longer sit properly this year. Close the safety zip fully, fasten the safety strap between the legs, and check the fit before every water adventure. Do remember that a swim vest offers extra support but is not a life jacket. Many five-year-olds swim a fair distance already, but a vest never replaces swimming skills or adult supervision, so stay close and keep watching.
Get your swim vest 5 years at Swim Essentials
Our swim vest 5 years comes in trendy designs and cheerful colours, so your child can pick a favourite themselves. That works well at this age, because a vest a child likes is a vest they will actually keep on. There are bold options such as the orange and green vivid clash, the multicolour abstract and the lila leopard, playful ones such as the red and white crabby, the orange seastar, the red and blue catch of the day and the multicolour summer fruits, and floral prints including the yellow flower market, the green florish, the red and white daisy flower and the orange and purple flower. For a calmer look there is the brown and white softlines. 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.
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Frequently asked questions: Swim Vest 5 Years
Which swim vest fits a 5-year-old?
For a 5-year-old, choose the 3-6 years swim vest, made for children from 19 to 30 kg. This is the largest Swim Essentials size and fits most children aged 3 to 6. Check the weight above all: if your child still weighs less than 19 kg, the 2-3 years size fits better. The vest should sit firmly and must not ride up. A Swim Jumper (15-30 kg) is an alternative.
How can I tell if my 5-year-old's swim vest still fits?
The swim vest 3-6 years fits up to 30 kg. Before every swim, check that the safety zip closes fully, the safety strap between the legs is fastened and the vest fits snugly without pinching. If the vest rides up or your child weighs more than 30 kg, it no longer fits properly. A larger swim vest is not available in our range.
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.
How do you put a swim vest on correctly?
Put the vest on, close the safety zip fully and fasten the safety strap between the legs. A good fit is snug while your child can still move and play freely. The vest should never feel too tight, but it should not be so loose that it rides up when your child gets into the water. Check the fit before every water adventure and always stay within arm's reach.